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Dealing with legal situation is never easy. The legal system is frightening - it is a process we do not understand, with rules of evidence, procedure and nuanced hearings. It is nothing like the television shows or movies and it feels overwhelming even to the...

Every attorney owes his client a number of duties. Attorneys are sworn to uphold a code of ethics, and when they do not, civil - and sometimes criminal - penalties may follow. A crucial aspect of the attorney-client relationship is attorney-client privilege. Without...

Generally speaking, someone seeking legal counsel is confused, stressed and in need of very wise counsel. Even licensed attorneys – who are conversant in the law – seek legal counsel when facing possible litigation.The old adage, a person who represents...

There simply is no legal process that is easy. Most are not particularly pleasant, either. Stress, uncertainty and the fear of a system you don't understand makes it especially critical that an attorney not only has your best interests at heart, but has the capability...

You may have encountered attorneys who act like they know it all. However, most lawyers recognize their limitations. Depending on the nature of your case, your attorney may choose to employ nonlawyers, such as accountants, medical professionals, and social workers in...

Once an attorney is licensed to practice law, that attorney can practice law. There is no additional testing required for a lawyer to practice family law or criminal law, although there are board-certified specialization programs for certain legal areas. Outside of...

Lawyers owe a fiduciary duty to their clients. In other words, lawyers must act in the best interests of their clients. When lawyers breach their fiduciary duties, it might constitute malpractice. One of the most common ways lawyers breach their fiduciary duties is...

When people enlist in the military it’s serious business. Sure, there’s a lot of excitement, even if it’s nervous excitement. But entering into the military means signing an enlistment contract. Contracts have earned a reputation for their fine print...

A lawyer is supposed to be a trusted ally when you need legal assistance. You should be able to count on your lawyer to make sure that your information is secure.A breach in confidentiality is not always when a lawyer intentionally gives your information to an...

Sometimes, lawyers handle so many divorce proceedings that they almost become routine. As such, some attorneys may make the mistake of applying standard divorce law practices to military divorce cases. However, military divorce proceedings involve numerous complex and...