LAW OFFICES OF MITCHELL MICHAEL E
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Convincing an Attorney to Take Your Case
The idea that attorneys are all chomping at the bit to take any case they can get their hands on is not exactly accurate. While there are some super desperate lawyers out there, most have to be fairly discerning about...
Records Attorneys Should Retain and Why
Once a legal case has closed, it is important to store the file so that it's available to use if a claim is made about the handling of the case.
When It Comes to Referrals, Keep Your Terrible Clients to Yourself, Please
Here's some simple advice: when you're considering referring a client to other attorneys, keep your worst ones to yourself. If your client has a week case, is difficult to work with, or has a tendency to struggle with timely...
What Attorneys Wish Their Witnesses Didn't Do On Social Media
Has your case been affected by what your witness posted on social media? Let’s discuss some social media tips that you can discuss with your witnesses.
I Have a Case But I Don’t Have Money to Hire an Attorney?
If you do not have the funds to hire an attorney, you may still obtain the legal representation you need through a contigency fee agreement.
Diversity Efforts At Many Firms Ignore Disabled Attorneys
Data on attorneys with disabilities is scant, but firms with robust outreach programs are discovering just how diverse their ranks are – and can be.
26 Types of Attorneys and How They Can Help You
You need an attorney – or think you do. Before calling the first person you find, focus on your needs. Attorneys specialize in areas of law, and you want the person most qualified for your life…
When should I hire an attorney?
You should call an attorney as soon as you believe you may need some advice. Depending on the nature of your case, the delay of hours or days can result in t...
How to Build Trust With Other Attorneys
The whole point of the attorney-client privilege is that clients should be able to trust lawyers with their secrets. So why should it be hard for attorneys to trust other lawyers? Yet sometimes it seems impossible to have a...
Who Decides What in the Attorney-Client Relationship
The attorney-client relationship is one of varying degrees of collaboration, depending on how involved your client chooses to be, how sophisticated they are in legal matters, and the type of case.
Useful Tips To Choose The Right Personal Attorney For You
Sometimes in life, we need to retain an attorney. It could be for a personal injury claim, it could be for a work dispute or even a family matter. Whichever it is, it can be challenging for those of us who aren’t legal experts to know which lawyer to choose and trust with our case. […]
10 questions to ask before hiring an elder care attorney
If an attorney fails to provide solid answers to these questions, keep looking.
Attorney vs Lawyer, What are the Key Important Differences?
When hiring a law firm you are hiring an entire legal team. So what is the difference between an attorney vs lawyer and why do you need them?
How to Hire An Attorney
Maybe you’re buying or selling real estate, trying to resolve a dispute with a neighbor, starting a business, or going through a divorce. When life gets legal, you’ll likely need access to a good attorney. But there’s a lot to think about when hiring the services of a lawyer, especially if you’ve never retained one […]
What Do Litigation Attorneys Do?
Litigation attorneys undertake numerous tasks during the stages of a lawsuit, managing the case from start to finish. Do you have what it takes?
Beware of Non-Disparagement Clauses When You Hire an Attorney
With the rise of online review sites, non-disparagement clauses are showing up in all sorts of contracts between small business owners and their clients.
How To Pick A Good Criminal Defense Attorney
How do you really know your lawyer is the right one for you? Common sense.
How Criminal Attorneys Bill for Services
Criminal attorneys charge their clients for their services in different ways. The complexity of the case usually influences how much they charge, but other intricacies apply as well. Particularly i…
How Do I Find a Good Intellectual Property Attorney?
Not just any lawyer can assist you with protecting your intellectual property from theft or infringement. Learn what to look for when hiring an IP attorney.
Why DO I need Powers of Attorney??
How not to be denied representation at a financial or healthcare institution.
How Attorney’s Affect Your Access to the Justice System
Do you need assistance from an attorney? Learn more about fees and different methods attorneys use to collect them.
