What Is A Retainer Agreement?
A retainer agreement with a lawyer is like a down payment, it can be used to guarantee that the lawyer will be readily available to work on your particular case, which could mean that they would …
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What Does A Flat Fee Agreement With An Attorney Cover?
A flat fee is used most often by legal clinics and some law firms or lawyers for routine legal matters, like drawing up a simple will or handling an uncontested divorce. When you agree to a …
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What Is A Contingency Fee Agreement?
In a contingency fee agreement the client is not charged an up front fee but agrees to give the lawyer a certain percentage of the money received if you win or settle your case out of court. …
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What You Need to Know When Hiring a Lawyer
Under what circumstances should I hire a lawyer? If you are accused of committing a crime, charged with drunk driving (DUI), or party to a law suit, you definitely need a lawyer. You should contact a lawyer right away, especially if there are witnesses to interview and/or evidence to gather. A lawyer can also help you avoid legal problems, as well. For example, you can file for a divorce or …
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All About Affidavits
Affidavits are commonly used legal instruments. Your attorney may suggest that you provide an affidavit that may be used as evidence in a lawsuit. You may also need to execute an affidavit in order to complete a legal document such as a voter registration card or a name change. As with any legal instrument, it is important to understand exactly what an affidavit is and how it is …
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How To Hire a Lawyer
How do you know when you need to hire a lawyer? What kind of lawyer should you hire? What kinds of things should you look for in a lawyer? What should you expect from your lawyer? These are very common questions. If you are accused of committing a crime, charged with drunk driving (DUI), or party to a law suit, you definitely need a lawyer. You should contact a lawyer …
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