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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

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 … 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 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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