Sentencing
Sentencing If the defendant is convicted in a criminal case, the judge will set a date for sentencing. Before that time, a pre-sentence investigation will take place to help the […]
Appeals
Appeals A popular misconception is that cases are always appealed. Not often does a losing party have an automatic right of appeal. There usually must be a legal basis for
What is a Lawyer?
Outside of television shows or movies, you may have no knowledge of what lawyers are or what they do. While fictional depictions can be helpful, they are not always accurate. The following are a few commonly asked questions about lawyers.
When Do I Need a Lawyer?
Some problems are not really legal—or are not exclusively legal—and can be handled, at least in part, with the help of psychologists, the clergy or other counselors. But many problems do have a legal dimension and require a lawyer’s help. The following questions and answers provide guidance.
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How Do I Find a Lawyer?
Most people don’t have a “regular” lawyer, in the sense that they have one or more doctors that they see at least annually. So how do you find the lawyer who’s right for you? Where do you turn for recommendations?
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How Do I Know if a Lawyer is Right for Me?
How Do I Know if a Lawyer is Right for Me? Choosing a lawyer can seem daunting if you have never done so before. The following are few helpful questions
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How Do I Settle on a Fee with a Lawyer?
How Do I Settle on a Fee with a Lawyer? Lawyers can be expensive. We all know that. But you can take a few steps to ensure that you avoid
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What if I am unhappy with my lawyer?
What if I am unhappy with my Lawyer? When you agree to hire a lawyer and that lawyer agrees to legally represent you, a two-way relationship begins in which you
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