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Why Haven't You Heard From Your Lawyer in Months? Is He Hiding From YOU?

You signed up with him. He told you he'd do a detailed and thorough investigation. Then he said he'd get back to you with the results. You haven't heard from

Top 10 Mistakes Made When Hiring a Lawyer

Hiring a lawyer is an intensive process. You will often hear people complaining about their relationship with their attorney. Issues can be circumvented if you make a concerted effort to avoid the following common mistakes when hiring an attorney. Not checking a lawyer's area of expertise. Some attorneys can do well outside of their area of expertise, but many do not know the nuances in other areas of the law. Therefore, if you need a contract lawyer, do not hire a divorce attorney…

What Questions Should I Ask My Elder Law Attorney?

There are a variety of specialty fields in the area of law. Elder law is an important area that focuses on the legal concerns of seniors. As and

Debunking Common DUI Myths

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6 Things an Elder Law Attorney Can Do to Help Family Caregivers

If you’re a caregiver for a parent, spouse or senior loved one, an elder law attorney can help you and your family navigate the legal landscape of aging. Learn more from this list of six things that an elder law attorney can do to help family caregivers.

14 Questions to Ask When Interviewing a Family Law Attorney

The following is a list of questions that one should use when interviewing a family law/divorce attorney for a potential collaborative divorce.

4 Reasons to Use an Elder Law Attorney for Medicaid Planning

For most seniors, obtaining Medicaid to pay for nursing home care or care at home is a must. Here are a few reasons to use an elder law attorney to plan.

What Is a Case Brief for Law Students?

A law student case brief is very different from a brief by an attorney. Find out more about the types of case briefs you will encounter in law school.

Preparing for Your Legal Career: 10 Books to Read Before You Begin Law School  

There is no shortage of recommended reading lists for incoming 1Ls, but they tend to focus more on preparing you for the law school experience and not so much on professional development and career exploration. This is understandable, given that many of you may be feeling anxious about the first days and weeks of law school and want to know what to expect.

Find out if you qualify for free legal help

Lawyers for Veterans is a pro bono legal clinic now available for veterans in need of legal help. The program is a partnership between Nelson Mullins, Dorn VA Medical Center, and the Appleseed Legal Justice Center.

Ahead of the Curve: How You Can Help Expand Our Legal Ed Coverage

This week, we’re exploring how you, the reader, can help us to improve and expand our legal education coverage.

5 Tips for Choosing a Good Elder Law Attorney

Having the essential legal documents in place allows you to give seniors the best care. Get 5 tips for choosing a reputable, experienced elder law attorney.

Criminally Yours: 3 Tips For Being Fulfilled As An Attorney

There's no better way to keep fresh at your job than by keeping fresh at whatever you're doing outside of it.

New law aims to protect homeowner associations from pricey attorney fees

A new law takes effect next Tuesday clarifying what community association managers can do without having to hire an attorney.

How To Get Help Finding a Lawyer On a Budget

Here's how to get help finding a lawyer if you're on a tight budget, and why finding the right lawyer at the right price is crucial for your future.