A child custody or divorce case can be one of the most important events in a person’s life. It can also be one of the more expensive events too. However, there are things that a person can do to help minimize that expense while also seeking the best possible outcome for the case.
Attorney-Client Relationship
Matters to Discuss with a Lawyer During a Criminal Defense Consultation
A consultation is the first step in retaining an attorney to represent a person in a criminal case. There are many matters that should be discussed during a criminal case consultation.
Things to Discuss with a Lawyer During a Family Law Consultation
When a person consults with a lawyer about their family law case, there are many different things that should be discussed so that the client is as informed as possible about how the case would proceed and the terms of representation. While each situation is different, there are some common things that are applicable in every case:
Honesty Towards Clients
As an attorney, I have many ethical duties. These include keeping client information confidential, always acting in my client’s best interest, and being honest with my clients, just to name a few. In particular, I take the duty to be honest with my clients extremely seriously.
Being Honest with One’s Attorney
As an attorney, I’ve seen a recurring theme: clients who are not fully honest with their lawyer. This is a problem because a lawyer who
Why Attorneys Cannot Guarantee the Outcome of a Court Case
Many of my clients, in both civil and criminal cases, ask me to predict or even guarantee how their case will be resolved. While