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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 … more
What is a Short Sale?
A short sale is where a homeowner sells their home for less money than they owe on the property. The owner of the home negotiates a discounted payoff with their mortgage company without having to … more
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 … more

Common Contract Terms Explained
In every contract there are invariably a slew of legal terms and conditions that, regardless of the contract’s purpose, go unchanged and often unchecked by the contracting parties. These terms and conditions are often referred to as the contract’s “boilerplate” language. Most people don’t give these sections a second thought, and it’s typically a … more
How do Depositions Work?
Depositions are an important part of the legal process. A deposition is testimony taken under oath that is taken outside of a courtroom for discovery purposes. Depositions can be used to gather information about a case and the testimony gained during a deposition may be admissible in court during litigation. Depositions are allowed in state and federal cases. The federal rules … more

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 … more

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