Can someone explain what a lawyer helps you with? -

There is a family member who is in some trouble and they want to give this person 10 yrs to life and the lawyer hasn t done much at all to prove his innocence. The lawyer told him that there is nothing he can do anymore and just wait; when in the first place, it seems like he has done nothing but just listen to what the fiscal has to say and transfer this information to this family member. What exactly is a lawyer suppose to do or what can they do in order to prove someone s innocence?

Richard has stated the situation quite well; I would only add my view that the most important thing a lawyer can do is to understand the facts and circusmstances of a case in as much detail as is humanly possible; it is only then that you can examine witnesses effectively and create doubt about the state s case. Some cases are very difficult or even nearly impossible to defend ... then you try to negotiate a plea. Please remember: lawyers are lawyers, not magicians ... don t believe half of what you read about superstar lawyers quot;getting people off.quot; Most criminal defendants are convicted and that s that. And a truly first rate defense is quite expensive because it takes a lot of time and considerable skill.

Lawyers are sneaky coniving devils and if you have one who is good at there job they can do all kinds of things to help. First of all they know the laws better than you. Secondly they can shuffle around court dates and evidence so much that all kinds of evidence and paperwork get lost in the mix. Your lawyer sucks. I would look into changing councilers and right away.

It s not up to the Defense lawyer to quot;prove his innocencequot;. It s up to the State to prove his guilt. That happens at trial, not before. I gather from what you say that the case has not yet gone to trial? If that s the case then the State (Scotland, I d guess, since you refer to a quot;fiscalquot;) is TOTALLY in the drivers seat as far as timing goes. The lawyer cannot force them to go to trial before they are ready, and there s nothing to prove until it does go to trial. Pre-trial the defense lawyers job is almost all paperwork. He has to make sure that he gets all the prosecutions evidence before the trial starts, make sure that all witnesses are booked in and that he knows what they are going to testify to. He should also have examined the circumstances to see if there s anything that would give him grounds to move to have anything excluded, and done investigations into anything that would impeach the credibility of witnesses - his or the States. Richard

base it on how much u pay yr liar or lawyer, i think the more u pay, the slower they talk. some times more money could mean a lighter sentence. but in the end it s the gay guy in the dress behind the big bench drinking vodka, that ultimatly decides the end story.

Wow. This sounds exactly like a case that s I m handling right now. Hopefully, the lawyer you re talking about is not me. Anyway, let me set you straight on a few things. A lawyer is not a fairy god mother. He can t wave a magic wand and make the trouble go away. It could be that the lawyer can t do anything to reduce the time that the person is going to spend in jail. In some cases, the the defendant has gotten himself in a big mess and has confessed or been seen on video or done something that is irreversible long before the lawyer gets involved. At that point, the lawyer may only be able to give the defendant two equally bad options: 1. Plead out to a huge amount of time OR 2. Take it to a jury trial and probably get even more time. I deal with a lot of DUIs. 95% of the time, there is nothing I can do. The person is usually stopped lawfully (or the cops are going to be believed and not the accused as to what occurred). And they were in the car and they were drunk and they had a blood alcohol concentration of .15 or .25 or something really, really bad. If the cops didn t stop them legally or they were near the legal limit or it s unclear whether the accused was actually driving, maybe I can do something. If I can t do something about their innocence and the DA wants to send the person to jail or prison and the judge wants to go along with the DA, our options are limited. If the person has a record that goes back a long way, then the judge is unlikely to cut the person a break. If the person has been to prison a bunch of times or has a strike or two, then the options become very limited. Also, an attorney has a lot of cases and each case doesn t progress quickly. It usually takes weeks just for a case where someone wants to plead quickly to run its course. A case where an attorney is trying to get a not guilty verdict will take 2 months at the very least and more likely 6 months. An attorney should be doing an investigation and it takes time to request the investigation and for that investigation to take place. Of course, if this is a private attorney, and the client doesn t have money for the investigation, but just for the attorney, you are unlikely to get an investigation. You have to pay for that, too. Additionally, I have found that some people have unrealistic expectations. Clients want motions that the attorney knows can t possibily win. A lot of people think that the justice system works the way it does on TV. It does not. The judges and jury often believe the cops. And it s not about being a silver tougued devil who can dance circles around the other guy. Usually, both attorneys are very competent. Don t expect a criminal defense attorney to roll over a DA. The DAs aren t stupid. They know what they can bring in and, in the vast majority of cases, the DA has all the good evidence. While there is certainly drama in a criminal case, it s not about surprise witnesses showing up at the last minute. The attorneys know what s coming long before it comes and are ready for it (or they are supposed to be). The criminal defense attorney s job is to analyse the evidence in light of the state of the law. The criminal defense attorney then takes this information to the defendant and makes a recommendation. It is then up to the defendant to make a decision. To go to trial or to plead??? When the defendant makes that choice, the attorney then comes up with a game plan to try to get a good result for the defendant. Notice I said quot;try.quot; If the defendant goes against the recommendation, the attorney can only do his best. He should continue to make recommendations as the case progresses. He should explain the law and the reality of the court he is in and the DA he is up against. It is never about proving one s innocence. It s about getting the best result. If the DA had doubts about the defendant to begin with, the DA would not have charged the defendant in the first place. Of course, if there is serious evidence regarding the defendant s innocence, this should be provided to the DA and must be at some point before trial. Maybe the DA can dismiss the case. Of course, what you consider to be serious evidence and what I consider to be serious evidence are two different things. Just because someone says they are innocent doesn t mean they are. I ve had clients who confessed on tape over a tapped jail house phone or who clearly committed the crime on video tape, but they said they were innocent. After what I ve seen and heard, you have to forgive me if I don t take your family member s word for it. I always reserve judgment, but what I feel and believe is irrelevant. What I can prove or what holes I can punch in the DA s case are what is very, very relevant. But if there is something there and the attorney isn t doing anything about it, you should considered getting a new attorney.

First off, if this person is guilty of the crime, then he deserves to go to jail no matter who he is or how nice of a person, guilty is guilty. But, if he is not guilty, then the lawyer is supposed to take all the information from the person involved and try to prove his innocents. Gather all the evidence he can, get a copy of the police report, copy of the witness list if any, interview them to as what they saw or heard and compile any proof that he can to show that the accused did not take part in the crime that includes going to the crime scene and trying to reenact any part of it to see if it makes sense. These are things that a good attorney will do, he will investigate the case to bring about the best possible out come. That could even mean taking a plea deal instead of going to court. If the attorney he has now is not doing his job to your or the other persons satisfactory, he can fire him and get another attorney, if he is a court appointed attorney he can go back to court and ask for new representation and charge the attorney with false or misrepresentation and dereliction of duty. If you have any questions about the responsibilities of any attorney, call your local Bar Association the number will be in the phone book in the attorneys section, you can also report him to the Bar Association for the same complaints of dereliction of duty and misrepresentation. Good luck, take care and Keep the Faith ....cya....PEACE....

lawyers are there to drain your bank account for you

How much money can you make assisting a lawyer as a paralegal? -

Of course you would have to go to school but I am just trying to get a idea.

i m not sure about 40-45k a year...maybe more, maybe less...depends on the situation. I m going to law school and i m told they do most of the reasearch!

You don t have to go to paralegal school to do it. My sister got a bachelors in managment, and had a file clerk job at a law firm during school, she then was offered a paralegal job by the same firm and made I think close to $40K a year, but she was also intending on going to law school, so i don t know how much that played into her getting that job. But I know it ain t bad money...

I work in Tucson, Arizona and average $40K per year. Phoenix pays more and other states like Washington State in Seattle make upwards of $55K to $65K per year.

The ones in the office where I work make about 70k, but they speak Spanish (which is in very high demand).

Salaries in all fields vary dramatically depending on town and the company hiring . . . the best way to determine for the area you are interested in is . . . to look at the classifieds , help wanted paralegals. . . then call amp; inquire about the compensation package for entry level if it is not indicated in the listing. Also , call several listings to see what the difference is between employers.

What is the training/career opportunities for a criminal appellate lawyer? -

tell me info on becoming a criminal appellate lawyer -- skills needed, typical day, hours? etc. is there money to be made in this field of law, is it personally rewarding? I would potentially be in the NY, NJ area is there alot of job opportunities, b/c I never see advertisements for this type of lawyer...what s the best way to get into this field. thank you!

First, you d need to go to law school -- graduate, then pass the bar exam in whatever states you wanted to practice. Then, you d need to go into criminal defense for a few years, and get an understanding of criminal trial work. Then, you d need to specialize in writing and arguing appeals. There is always a need for appellate attorneys, especially in the criminal defense arena. However, it s almost always hourly work -- meaning that you charge by the hour whether you win or lose -- which means the client needs to be able to pay your fees, which is not alwys the case in appellate work. But that also means the income is more consistent -- if you can get clients -- than some civil plaintiff s work -- where you can collect percentages of huge damages awards in personal injury or products liability cases. The thing about appellate work is that you really need to love the structure of the law and the ways rules work -- it s very different than litigation, where half of what you are arguing are facts and opinions.

How can I make a written document a legally binding without an expensive lawyer? -

For example, I d like to write out a specific plan of how I want my funeral to be arranged when the time comes. Do I need a lawyer for this or what?

The plan for your funeral can be arranged in advance with a funeral home. However, when I do estate planning for a client, I include a document I created called quot;Statement of Disposition.quot; It contains whatever details my client wants. I think it is extremely helpful to your family to know your desires. This eliminates their needed to agonize about what you want. If you do such a document, the safest thing to do is write out your plans and have the document witnessed by 2 individuals and signed before a notary. To my knowledge, there is no law directly on point on this issue. The better alternative is to do a Living Will or a Right to Die Statement (they are the same thing, just different names). My Living Wills states whether you want artificial hydration, artificial nutrition, life support, pain medication or antibiotics if you do NOT have an infectious disease that is a danger to others. Many people with life threatening illnesses may actually die from pneumonia, for example, which is generally not a threat to others. In the document appoint a person who you trust to carry out your wishes. I suggest you appoint an alternative person if the first person is unable or unavailable when needed. The document can also contain organ donor wishes and, for example, cremation instead of burial. I often say: quot;I have enjoyed the love and support of my family during my lifetime and I direct my family not to spend their assets on an elaborate or expensive funeral.quot; Some of my clients want the Mass of Christian Burial if they are Catholic or have particular choices for music. You do not need a lawyer for this and many states have Living Will forms in their state law that can be copied and filed out. What is important is that the document be properly executed. Again, 2 witnesses and you should sign the document in the presence of a notary. This may be something you want an attorney to do for you. This should be inexpensive. I charge $250 for a Will, a Power of Attorney (which you also need). a Right to Die Statement and a Statement of Disposition. This is a very wise move for you. Even though you didn t ask, you really should do a Power of Attorney to give someone authority to make medical decisions for you if you are unable to do so. In my state, this form is also in the state statutes. To see if your state has a form, you might try searching (name of your state here)findlaw.com

Having a notary watch you sign it and then put their stamp and signature on it will help.

There is software you can get that draws up minor things such as living wills, and no-fault simple divorces. Nowadays, things are probated forever, so it would be best to go through a lawyer, but it may not even matter in the end (no pun intended). I would say, if you are just considering it as a matter of insurance and peace of mind, draw something up and have it notarized and witnessed by two people. At least it would be a starting point, if god forbid, something did happen to you. If you have children or and estate of any real value, definetely get a lawyer. ALso, there is some hotline for people to get cheap legal advice for such things, or a paralegal to draw up the papers- I think it s called power to the people or something.

Join a pre-paid legal service. It is very affordable (like $9.99 a month) and well worth it. It includes a free Will and many other things your assigned law firm will do. There are also on-line legal form sites that are 100% valid and legal.

In most states, what you are trying to do can not be done. Even with a lawyer, you can not do it. Most states have determined that funerals and/or cremation are for the living...not the deceased. The best way to accomplish what you want is to preplan it with a funeral home. BUT even if you do that, your spouse (if you have one) or your children CAN make changes to your plan if they want to.

Try the sites below.

You can get a notary public to witness your signature to legalize it. You will also need two other witnesses.

you can buy a will at any office supply store and you should get it notarized. if you have children, you should go to a lawyer and do a will

Does anyone know what is the procedure to get rid of a Lawyer? -

I have had several court dates and the lawyer has not shown up. I need a letter format to use to get rid of him. Does anyone have any suggestions?

You d better hire another lawyer soon to make sure your first lawyer has not forfeited any of your rights by failing to show up. Depending on teh type of case, you might also get some guidance from the applicable court on that. A new lawyer could help you release your current lawyer and ensure that your files get back to you. You ll want to state that you are unhappy with him for his lack of representation, that you are firing him and that you want copies of all of your legal records that he has. The law does not expect you to have to jump through hoops to release your lawyer, but there can be complications for a criminal trial, where the judge may need to be involved to ensure that you have adequate representation. By the way, You can report the no-show lawyer to the state bar for disciplinary proceedings (and can sue him for malpractice if he actually has resulted in your losing any money or rights).

What you need is a check that wont bounce, lawyers are in it for the money and the best ones cost the most and they are totally proffesional and would never miss a court date and if they did someone would be there to represent your funky butt

write your lawyer a letter and tell him/her, you no longer need his/her services,.....

Like the first answer, the best way to go is simply hire a new attorney. The new attorney will take care of the rest for you by notifying both the court and the old attorney that he is substituting for the old attorney.

Can lawyer fee in a suit be deducted from income for tax purposes? -

My and my sister received an out of court settlement for our mother s wrongful death. It is my understanding that is not considered taxable.income However is the 1/3 of the money for the lawyers cut deductible.

No, it isn t. Legal expenses are deductible only if they are incurred in gaining taxable income.

Is there any freeware for small officer of a lawyer? -

I am a lawyer - running a small practice. I tried to devise a data base in Access but got stuck at a point. Can any one help?

You can check with the voluntary state bar association, they might be able to help. I m guessing you want to prepare for conflict checks, that shouldn t be too hard. You can unblock emails and send me a description of what you want to do, I think I have a resource that can tell you what you need.

Should i hire a lawyer or apply for canadian permanent residency on my own? -

Some tell me that an immigration lawyer isn t necessary, since he will not be able to make the process go any faster. Others say it makes a lot of sense to use a lawyer since this is his area of expertise and i need to make sure everything is done perfectly.

Hiring a Lawyer is not going to make your immigration/permanent residency go any faster, all you will be doing is shelling out money when it is not necessary, if you check the link below you will see what the Official Immigration website for Canada says about hiring lawyers and immigration specialists. Using a lawyer is not going to guarantee that you will be approved either.

Not really. If you do have the necessary qualifications such as enough education and work experience, good in English or French to the extent that you can easily communicate, age under 40 and over 18, and NO criminal records, you don t need to hire a lawyer. Because a lawyer can never make you qualified. and the process is not that complex. You just fill up the immigration forms, attach them to the required documents and pay the fee. Submit them to your local or regional embassy, and that s it. the only problem is that you just have to be patient, for it might take a loooooong time to get landing visa. A lawyer asks a lot of money to do the above for you, and the one who has to do the difficult part of quot;waitingquot; is just you. S/he can t do anything for you in this regard.

You can easily do it yourself but if it gives you a peace of mind to have a lawyer do it then go for it. If you are considering a skilled worker application, you might want to wait a bit since they are changing the rules for it right now.

The embassy staff will help you no charge .My wife and friends coming from the Philippines did not use a lawyer No problems

A lawyer, just in case

What woulld be best course for allowing foreclosure to happen? Should we hire lawyer ? -

Our payment went up 75% due to tax reassesment and had to move because of job so we do not, nor can we afford the new payments. We don t care about the house but is there any easier way to get it over with and try to save some credit or, is it a lost cause? Should we even seek a lawyer or just let it happen? Any comments would be apprieciated!

Try renting the house out until the market rebounds. You may have to contribute a small amount every month, but it s better then losing your credit status. With so many foreclosures these days, it should not be a problem renting.

Well, this is weird because your tax assessment has nothing to do with your mortgage payments. I would check this. The only way that your mortgage payments would increase is if your interest rate is a variable rate. Regardless, why let the house go? Sell it and pay off the mortgage because this will be on your credit history for the next 7 years. It will make it very hard to get decent financing elsewhere.

I worked collections for both Chase, and Countrywide, and to be honest there is not a lot you can do. If you talk with the collectors, then your going to have a lot better chance of them helping you with in the long run, (that s really all were here for). They could do something like payment plans, or Loan Modifications, etc.. See about a refinance, so you can lower your interest, and make payments until you can sell the home. Another good way to save some credit is to do a short sale.. Talk with your lender about a short sale, and if they offer it.. Basically what that does is you can t sell your home for what your loan is worth because the market is crap, so you lower the asking price below what your loan is.. Example: Loan is worth $300,000, you have been trying to sell the home at that for awhile now and no offers, so you lower the asking price to $250,000 and get a offer. Once you have that offer you can then get in contact with your lender again, and let them know and do a short sale which means they will take the $250,000 and cut their losses.. If your not to far behind then you can also do a Deed in Lieu, which is where you surrender the property to the lender to satisfy a loan that is in default and avoid foreclosure proceedings. Any other questions, contact me via msn at sctpenguin@hotmail.com

WOW - for people answered and each one is different. No wonder our financial world is in the mess it is in.

Your only way to save any credit is to do a short sale make sure when you list the home you go with a Realtor who knows the ins and outs of a short sale because if they don t it will drag on for a long time the other thing to do is call your lender if you have an 80/20 mortgage and ask them to forgive the second mortgage.

If you have an emergency how do you contact a lawyer on a holiday? -

One parent is attempting to take the childen from the other parent and is heading for another state- can you call a lawyer at home? What do you do?

That s exactly what I did, 21 years ago. But my family already had a relationship with the lawyer, so it was ok to call him at home. If you don t already have a working relationship with a lawyer, are there any in your yellow pages with an emergency number? Also I d advise you to start with the police - they may snub you, but they have to write down that you called, and that s an important start. It s very frustrating because the cops usually turn out to be wrong about the snub - just plow thru and make sure there is a record of your call. Bear in mind that if there is no court order stipulating who can and can t take them out of state, this may not even be illegal. It would be a matter of going to court and retroactively deciding who can do what. This is why you re supposed to have it done ahead of time, in case someone gets squirrelly.

If you have court papers not allowing this, then call the police. Just in case the lawyer is not available. I d call on a holiday for this because an emergency injunction might be needed.

I would contact the police first. Then contact a lawyer after the holiday. Some lawyers might have an answering service that might be able to get a message to them at home.

I would, if it were my lawyer that I ve already got. If I didn t already have a lawyer, I d call the police and file kidnapping charges. And/or the F.B.I.

Use the phone and hope they answer..

Unfortunately, there is not much you can do. You can call an attorney at home, but that does not make them have to help you out on the weekend, and you would need a judge to enforce anything that a lawyer types up anyway. You can t call the cops either because they will tell you it s a civil matter and there is nothing that they can or will do unless the other parent has broken the law in some other way.

How would I complain about a lawyer? -

We hired him to represent my Son custody case and the Mother has been in contemt of the court order 8 times the lawyer has done nothing.Now my Son has to pay 600.00 for a youth service and a DMV for both her and him plus he s been paying child support and does not see his child.

Contact the State Bar Association in your state with your documentation of his infractions. And find another lawyer to assist you with your custody case, as well as the complaint.

First, if you are unhappy with your attorney find a new one. Then depending on where you live, there is either an office of the Courts and/or a Bar Association, where complaints are to be filed. Without knowing your location, its impossible to offer more detail

If you are in the UK, look up the Law Society and complain to them.

Get the address of your local county or state bar association from the web or the phone book.

Contact the Bar Association in the state you are in.

bar association

Whats it like to be a lawyer/solicitor? -

I m considering going into law and was wondering what it s really like. I know the only real way to know would be to get work experiance but I want to know what people think as well. Was it better or worse than you expected? Was it hard to become a lawyer/solicitor (grades etc)? What made you want to become a lawyer/solicitor (personal qualities etc)? How did you decide what type of law you wanted to specialise in (family, immigration etc)? Why?

I find it very rewarding being a solicitor and love the sense of achievement when I win a case for a client. I found the road to becoming a fully qualified solicitor hardwork (especially since I studied for my LPC part time whilst working for a solicitors firm full time) but it was all worth it in the end. Also, I think it really depends on the type of law you want to practice, since some areas (i.e. Family) can be quite emotionally draining at times given the nature of the client s problem.

I love being an attorney (for now). It s a challenging, intellectual job. I like being an adviser to my client, and I like having the answers. It is a hard road, as school takes a long time and (in the US) is very expensive. As to type of law, I like business, so corporate law was a natural fit. Within that, I found a group I clicked with and am very happy. However, there is plenty of variety in terms of type of law to practice. Good luck.

How can you get custody of a child with out paying a lawyer? -

My step-daughter pretty much lives with us. We have had her for 9 months straight. Her mother does not come and see her nor does she call. My hub even pays child supoort. Everytime that we have the $$ for a lawyer something comes up and we cant afford it. Isent there some other way that we can gain custody? The mother says that she will sign over right but even to do that it will cost us $800.

Go through the Attorney General s office or whatever office represents children s rights in this type of case. In Texas it is the attorney general. Google for child custody/child support. If you could get it into court over a change in child support to get that waived or reduced based on you having the child for 9 months of the year, you could then also request a custody change. Good luck with this. I will say a prayer for you and for the child.

im not sure what country your in but if you have a family court go and speak with a family court lawyer,the first visit is free and if it is found you cant afford to pay,you could be intiled to legal aid, and the court fees wavered.

talk to a social worker they are state funded so it wont cost you anything to talk to them ...they might have a cheaper route to go ....but when it comes to your kids there should be a way to find that cash...

What a lucky little girl that her step mother wants her. Go to Family court or Legal aid. Good luck

Who has legal custody of this child? If there is a court order that the mother is breaking something should be able to be done through contacting Human Services or Social Services in your town. Nothing in a matter like this is easy. You may have to prove that you are suitable to care for this child. Have all your facts straight and tell the truth. Make sure all who are envolved are being truthful and will go through with the procedings once imposed. Also if you cannot afford a lawyer, Legal aide is most of the time obatainable if you seek them out. Patience is a vertue. Good Luck, S.

go down and get a court waiver of cost for custody and ask question to the clerk which form to fill. paralegal might help to. check the FAQ of family law for your state. and a writing statement that the mother doesn t want the child to care for any more.

Contact your state s support enforcement office. Also try legal aid agencies - the state Bar Association or other legal associations can refer you.

One way would be to just kidnap her if you don t already have her.

yes u can

Check the rules for your state-but it doesn t sound like you have a battle for custody..the mother agreed to give her up. $800 is very little money to make a difference in this child s life...ask family, friends, anybody, to get the money. A lawyer will cost you 5x that amount. Do it for the little girl...if I had some extra $ I d send it to you myself, but I have the opposite prob-my ex wants joint custody, but he hasn t seen my twins since last Labor Day..just wants control..crack makes people weird! Anyway, get the $$$ and change her life!!!

Can a lawyer whose is representing a case also sign the documents as the notary inthe state of Ohio? -

any document that has to be notarized should be done by someone other than those with a direct interest in that document. it is a clear violation of ethics. the notary is supposed to be an impartil witness to any transaction or legal document with no involvement what so ever.

Most attorneys have an office assistant who is a notary public. However, if the attorney was a notary, and was representing one side in a case, I would think there would be an ethical conflict in being the notary on an agreement.

Is being an environmental lawyer a good job, or any other type for that matter? -

Ive heard all this crap about how being a lawyer sucks and i just wanted to know if it was true for all types of lawyers.

Lawyers are just another profession; it is not more honorable than being a trashcan collector, so get those social stereotypes out of your head. Your profession or what you do for a living and just that, part of you, not what makes YOU, as long as you live with respect and dignity it’s OK. The experts in law have many opportunities to work in very different areas. You may go to politics, to teaching, to hospitals, to helping communities, to work with the environment, work in public offices, or in private ones, work in corporate law, bank law, immigration law, health law, contract law, real estate law, taxes, criminal law, international law, etc. You may just be a legal advisor or you could be in court litigating all kinds of cases. The true thing about being a lawyer is that any bachelor degree will be fine and any practice area you choose will contribute to society in some way or another. The more diverse the field the better. Any branch of law can be practice in many ways. Environmental law can be practice in public office such as EPA, in pharmaceutics, in factories, can be international agreements, marine laws. It can be practice in state law and federal law. While studying for your Juris Doctor or masters in law you will have the chance to see how many opportunities you have. And by the way, since there are so many opportunities, you will never be out of job and be paid very well.

What courses should i take if i want to be a lawyer? -

i am now 15 years old.I would like to become a lawyer one day.Please give me some suggestions of what to take. Here are the subjects for year 11 students other the core subjects: -------------------- Accounting Applied technology - building and construction skills Applied technology - engineering skills Applied technology - Funiture skills Art Biology Computer information science(CIS) Economics Employment skills Food and Nutrition French Geography German Graphics History Hoticulture Japanese Music Performance drama Physical science science Texttiles Technology --------------------------- i am aloud to choose 3 or 4 subjects for year 11.

It would be a really good idea to take English electives such as writing, or debate. An English BA is a really good head start at Law, since someone who is a very good writer and speaker is critical. But if you don t have any of those options. I guess History. The rest aren t closely applicable, but language courses couldn t hurt you either. But it s not like you need to take major-specific courses, you re still in high school. Do what interests you first.

you should go to the website of the law school you want to attend and see what the requirements are for acceptance. My brother is a lawyer and he took political science for his undergrad. That is an art degree and so requires whatever the university requires for entrance .

Economics, History, Geography, Accounting

Does it worth it to file a complaint against a lawyer if he broke his promise? -

I hired a lawyer 6 months ago, I decided to fire him because he was not meeting my expectations. I accepted the fact that lawyer fees are not refundable, but he has no right to kept my court filing fees which it was not lawyer fees. He promised to refund the filing fees back to me, 3 months had past and I still have not received it.

He said, I said. Do you have his promise in writing? Were there any independent witnesses to him making the promise? If nothing in writing and no witnesses he is innocent until proven guilty and you have no evidence to prove it. You can file a complaint with the State Bar and if they get enough complaints of similar nature they might investigate it. But do not hold your breath and forget about the money.

Anyone can file a complaint for anything. The problem is his promise to pay was probably verbal and you really needed something in writing that he would pay you back if you file the complaint your not going to have any proof he was going to pay you back and unfortunately lawyers can get away with just about everything. It will be hard to prove he ever even made the promise.

NOPE

Can a lawyer charge for making up documents I didnt ask for? -

My wife made an appointment for a free consultation about a trust for her son. I accompanied her for supportive reasons only. The lawyer also asked me many questions including whether I had a living will or power of attorney. I told him I did, but if I wanted a new one I would let him know. He went ahead and drew up these documents and now wants to be paid. I never directed him to do this. Can he expect payment for this? How should I respond?

You go in for a free consultation, mention something you might someday think about doing, and he thought you were buying his service? Write to him in a polite letter that because he presumed to provide you with services you did not ask for, you will pay him when his presumptions are no longer false.

Man get ready for the paper tab . On the bill , They have all kinds of need to be filled out papers that there ain t even a name for yet .

Send back a letter apologizing for the confusion, explain you did not request the documents, did not sign an order for them and refuse to accept delivery of them.

I would talk to the lawyer and not his receptionist and tell him you already had these done and never asked him to do these for you, and will not pay him, but a quick question how did the lawyer get the information on the documents if you did not give him all the stuff that should be on those documents?

It was YOUR wife who got the free consultation - right! While in this guy s office, he say dollar signs! YOU!!! He, on his own, went ahead and made documents up concerning YOU - NOT your wife! Cute! If he sent you the documents - send them back, telling him you had NO contract with him for him to do so! I can see where HE is coming from! He probably figured, as YOU are the head of the household, THAT s where the money is!!! I wish it could have been there! I am the wife, and I am the one who brings in more money! LOL!!! Tell him the stuff the paper where the sun don t shine! If you DO have an attorney of the your own, pass this situation to him, just for kicks!

How do I file for custody modification for kids without money for lawyer? -

I have possesion of kids, he has custody. He doesnt want the kids, only the power. I have been taking care of the kids faithfuly for over a year

I thought my custody case was a mess. Umm...Talk to your GAL (Guardian Ad litem) or your Divorce Attorney and let them know you do not have allot of money and what money you do have goes towards the children . Child support help would be beneficial and see about a modification. Just let them know that you have the physically custodial custody of the children but not legally. Is there any chance that you would qualify for legal aid? Best wishes....Good Luck!

contact the dept of social services and legal aid

Get a lawyer. It s not something you can do successfully yourself. Sorry, sad but true.

Does anyone know of an Arizona lawyer who is handling a class action lawsuit against Silver State Helicopters? -

2 days before filing bankruptcy, SSH withdrew the last of my money from my student loan. They were also contractually obligated to provide me with 200 hours of training which they are obviously not going to complete. If any other AZ students or anyone knows of a lawyer who is working on a lawsuit?

The lead attorney for the class action suit is Randall Stone. His office number is 480-730-0665 Richard

sorry, no i don t know any AZ lawyer handling the case. that s a bummer, good luck. may the force b with u.

You might find the information at classaction.com.

How was Senator Obama able to afford such an expensive Chicago home on his salary as a community lawyer? -

Senator Obama has a beautiful three storey, brick and stone mansion in one of Chicago s most expensive, multi-millionaire neighbourhoods. How did he and Mrs. Obama manage to afford it on their joint salaries--he as a community lawyer and she working for a Chicago law firm?

I am no Obama fan.....but I think both worked.......she is successful in her own right. They have a right to work for a nice place to live.

Hes a senator genius ...... their all into some crooked s**t ........ yes even Hilary so dont get any ideas

He s a lawyer. Lawyers are un-principaled. He may have been doing illegal things you just can t trust any lawyer especially a Democrap.

How was Hilary able to loan her campaign five million dollars?

Maybe some clients pay cash in the hand for special services.

He has a great financial adviser.

His wife works, too...Michelle Obama works for Council on Foreign Relations. Obama is Cheney s cousin; they only allow certain bloodlines to have any type of power in America; that s why they are so popular in the media, because they will go along with and carry out the plans of the Elites who are really running the country.

,I Live in Chicago, one of The Governors Ex advisers is to be tried for Extorting Money for Favors, He was A slumlord, making Millions off the Low income poor people Somehow, Obama and his wife got a 400 thousand dollar house quite easy............hmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm..Ma... THATS why he can quot;affordquot; it

none of your business, are you mad coz he s successful?

How can I go about finding a lawyer that doesnt make you pay upfront.? -

I have a solid case, to do with racial and defamation of character. Many others things on top of this. I need a lawyer that doesnt make you pay upfront. I have reported to the EEOC, please help.

Most require payment upfront unless it s a contingency case where he/she shares in the settlement proceeds and these are usually only accepted not only if it s a great case but if the person who loses has the $ to pay the settlement.

You can try legal aid. Most communities have legal aid societies for people without money. BUT- some of them will only do criminal law. So if you are just out to sue someone, you re likely out of luck. Start saving! Good luck!

phone book and start with A. or call the American Bar or a lawyer finder in the phone book they will know

SEE valeries answer. it is the same one i gave you on your other question. it is the correct ans.

What is the process of getting a degree as a lawyer? -

I m in high school and I m interested in becoming a prosecutor, but I don t know what I have to do to get my law degree. Is there a specific path of schooling you have to take? And would an Associates degree in political science be enough to enter law school?

An associates degree would not be enough to get into law school. You ll need a bachelor s degree which is a 4 year degree. You ll need pretty good grades from a pretty good school and pretty good LSAT (Law School Admissions Test) scores in order to get into a pretty good law school. Law school takes 3 years but you should know that the best entry level positions for prosecutors are highly prized and the best federal court slots go to the top graduates of the top law schools. That said, there s no reason you can t accomplish all of this. Work hard in high school and go to the best college you can afford. Take a liberal arts oriented curriculim - history and political science are popular majors - and do really well. Study for the LSAT starting in your junior year and take it very early in your senior year. With a little luck and much hard work you can achieve your dream. But remember, if you don t work hard, or if you just do the minimum you won t accomplish it. Instead you ll be looking back when you re 40 wondering what it would have been like to go to law school. Good luck.

You have to get your bachelors in political science. You don t have to major in political science though, you can major in just about anything you want just take some classes that would enhance your analytical, writing, and logic skills. These skills are essential to do well on the lsat (law school admission test). You have to do extremely well on the lsat to get into law school. So when it comes time to take your lsat do A LOT of practice test. Basically if you can graduate with a g.p.a of 3.5 and up and get around 165 and up on your lsat your chances are pretty good . GOOD LUCK!!!!!

Usually top 10% on your BA or BSc, and 90th percentile on LSATs are required. Then you still have to article before you write the bar exams. Good luck, it s hard work, but worth it.

How much does an entertainment lawyer in the UK cost and what exactly do they do? -

I have been told that I need an entertainment lawyer if I am going to have any chance of getting the script I am in the process of writing on the screen. How much does an entertainment lawyer in the UK cost and what exactly do they do?

They provide the legal guidances you will need to set up a business around the script you are working on. Cost varies, and is negotiable. I suggest picking up some books on film finance from the local bookstore or off of amazon to learn what the issues are.

About how many hours does a lawyer work a day? -

About how many hours does a lawyer work in a day, and what time do they start? Just trying to figure out if this could be a good career option for me!

There s no set number. I have a good friend who does I.P. work in Portland - she works between 10 and 14 hours on any given day. My practice is more generally oriented on business and civil litigation - my days are pretty routinely 10 hours. On the other side, I have a friend who takes a very small case load and only works about 5 or 6 hours a day. If you re working for a firm, they re most likely going to have a billable hour requirement for you to meet, so that goes a long way towards dictating how much you do.

There is no exact answer to this one as there are many branches of law. Private companies may demand a lot of hours,but family-firms work more steady hours.However there may be more personal onus when you are dealing with individuals rather than faceless companies. Court lawyers will need to put in a lot of hours at the start of their careers as they need to be at the top of their game.Gradually however they will get to grips with the law amp; be able to improvise more.Also be able to think on the hoof. I think the dullness of the degree is more of a turn-off! Good Luck!x

50-80 hours per week. It depends on where you work, what type of lawyer you are, and how much money you want to make. Most lawyers get paid by the job, not salary. My best friend is a real estate and corporate lawyer. She works 8-5 most days, the odd saturday, and often takes paperwork or other stuff home to read after work. She also attends business events in the evenings.

Sometimes not many and other times 16hours a day 7 days a wk! It depends on what you are doing, I would only recomend it if you feel strongly about what you are doing, not for money, other wise you may become what people hate a manipulator,liar , thief, or you can be one that wants to do right because it is right, not because of money that corrupts them! They can make anywhere from 30K to millions

My uncle is a lawyer and he sometimes works literally all night into the morning. Even on holidays where the whole family gets together, he is usually working. He doesn t really work a strict number of hours each day, but it is definitely a lot. I think it would depend a lot on what kind of lawyer you are.

it really really depends on what type of law you do...I know some attorneys who put in 12 hour days 6 days a week and I know attorneys that put in 3 hours a day a couple days a week and then leave for a weeks vacation but the law is not a good career right now...try health care, especially nursing

Lawyers work a tremendous amount. Especially new lawyers. A new associate in a medium to large firm can count on 60 to 100 hours a week.

Less than one. I have never meet a lawyer that did his job.

According to my lawyer s bills, it looks like about 28 ;-)

Lawyers work? wow, who knew.

What classes in high school are needed to be taken to become an immigration lawyer? -

Im starting this new school year as a freshman, and I m wondering, what classes are needed to become an immigration lawyer? If you have any inputs,comments,or ideas, please add them. I m in need of serious help. Thanks, your help is strongly appreciated!

None.......spanish...........will help........law school.......8 years from now......if you can get in.........

The same classes to become any kind of lawyer. Really, all you need is to excel at everything except the sciences. You still have to do OK with the sciences but pay special attention to Civics and English. What I do suggest is that you join a Toastmasters club (www.toastmasters.org). Toastmasters is very cheap and it will turn you into an excellent public speaker. A talent that is very useful for a lawyer or a politician. And if you join the right Toastmasters club you will make some contacts that will prove to very useful in later life.

For high school, there aren t that many electives. Choose Spanish as a foreign language, and if you can take a couple of extra history classes, that might help. When you get to college, that s a different story.

Don t just pass U S Government know it in side out. You will get more of what you need after high school. Get the basics over in college, then you can move fully focused on your goal.

None in high school. There would be a number in law school, but you re 8 years away from that question.

Do I need a lawyer to redact contracts for my bussines? -

My small bussines is video weddings. I dont know if a lawyer should make the contracts or if i should do them myself. If I do them myself is the contract legal? Does it have to be redacted or signed by a lawyer?

I think you contact BUSSER for it.

I would have a lawyer do it because they know more about those then we do. You want it to be right so people won t take you to court. As I said to be on the safe side I would have a lawyer do it.

Can an immigration lawyer help me to expedite my Citizenship delay? -

I ve been waiting more then 2 years for quot;FBI pending name checkquot; on my Citizenship .I did contacted senator and congressman from my state,and it s seems like not helping me at all .I start to think to hire a good immigration lawyer for help me to resolve that problem.Any one knows if lawyer can help?

I don t know what might be causing your delay, but I do know that I applied for naturalization, went through the interview process and said my oath during the 2 years you ve been waiting - and it took only about 9 months. USCIS has a huge backlog right now, but your delay pre-dates that. I would say inquire with an attorney. Do not pay a large retainer to him/her, since you don t know for sure that they can help you. At the very least the attorney might have better luck finding out what the cause of the delay is.

I don t know that it would be money well-spent -- the immigration department is in financial trouble and is hoping to get through the backlog of applications by 2010... http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/23088368/

I do not know much a lawyer can help, with Home land Security doing the checks , it may just be back log. Not being a citizen I do not know if they will help you , if you have family who is or you can call a citizenship help Org. and see what they tell you .

I m sorry about your situation. But if you are stuck at FBI namecheck status, there is nothing that anyone can do. You just have to wait and wait. You can make an inquiry to make sure it is still pending through Info Pass appointment. http://infopass.uscis.gov/index.php

To or not to hire a lawyer for a speeding ticket? -

Hi I got a speeding ticket for going 59 in 45 zone in a local road in Michigan. It was a new car and I didn t know if speeds up so fast. It is my first speeding ticket over 10 yrs of driving. The fine is $115 and point 3. I went to see the matistrate and he said he can t do anything except making an appointment for a trial if I wanted to. I contacted a lawyer and he says that it s very likely that he can reduce/clear my points and his fee is $375. Is there a chance that I can do that in a court without a lawyer or I better off hiring him?

Your best bet is to go to court, plead guilty, explain the situation to the judge, and ask for leniency based on your good driving record. If you go in and accept responsibility for your actions there s a very good chance the judge will give you a break, like reducing it to impeding traffic (which is a zero-point offense and probably costs less than the speeding ticket). Just be sure to dress appropriately, be respectful, and make it clear to the judge that you know you messed up and you take it seriously. If you go in with the wrong attitude (like if you behave as if you have an axe to grind) the judge is going to BURY you. No point in wasting $375.00 for a lawyer who won t be able to do anything more for you than you can do for yourself. Good luck!

The quot;new carquot; excuse is so over used it is a joke. The car does have a speedometer does it not? If you force it to trial and lose (which you will) you will also have to pay court fees. Just pay the fine, take the points and pay more attention in the future. One ticket in 10 years is nothing to worry about. (Now if you are lying and this is your third ticket in a year, you had better hire the lawyer.)

Why don t you just pay the $115.00 fine and then pay like $40.00 for traffic school which can be taken on line. I think it would definitely be cheaper and less of a hassle.

You re probably better off just paying the fine, unless the 3 points will do catastrophic things to your auto insurance premiums. Check with your insurance agent to find out for sure. If the ticket won t affect your premiums, it s not worth the time and trouble to fight the ticket and/or hire a lawyer.

don t hire a lawyer for this ticket, just pay it and go on with your life. I promise, it will be more trouble than its worth to get a lawyer and you ll end up payin 4x more than you would if you just pay the ticket. A lot of places, you can take a defensive driving course to reduce the license points.

I disagree with those who say you cannot represent yourself. Just by showing up for trial, you are likely to get the fine and/or points reduced. This won t happen in front of the judge, it will happen before the trial begins -- the district attorney will talk to you about your case and, unless it seems clear that you re going to shoot yourself in the foot (for example, by offering to testify that you just didn t know you were going that fast), he will almost certainly offer you a plea. Just remember, even for a speeding ticket, the burden of proof is on the government to prove its case beyond a reasonable doubt. You don t have to testify. So the government has to prove, without forcing you to testify under oath, the speed of your car on that fateful day. So, in the unlikely event that the prosecutor doesn t offer you a deal (say, failure to observe a traffic sign, for a $75 dollar fine and no points; or simply a speeding ticket for a slower speed, for a lower fine and fewer points), let the government prove its case. When it s your turn, ask the witnesses (probably the cop who wrote the ticket) whatever questions you can think of (for example, did he use a radar detector? Was it in proper working order? When was it last checked by a technician? And so on.). Whatever you do, don t testify yourself unless you can help your case by telling the whole truth. The most helpful thing you can do to get off is simply to show up. Don t overstate your case to the prosecutor. Don t say you weren t speeding if there s any chance he can prove you were. But tell him (if this is true) that you don t believe that he will be able to prove his case. Why would he want to bother with you, when he knows you ll probably plead guilty to a lesser charge? Good luck.

So you are considering paying a lawyer $375 for a $115 ticket on the off chance that he can get the fine reduced. If you were in Oklahoma, I d fall down laughing and tell you that the lawyer is way ahead of you. As to doing it yourself, the answer is no, you won t be able to reduce the fine or clear the points. If you have that kind of money, pay the lawyer, but don t be shocked out of your shoes when it doesn t happen. If you were caught on radar, I seriously doubt if you will get out of it.

You would save money by paying the ticket and taking defensive driving to get it off your record, which won t be a problem if you haven t had a ticket in 10 years. Plus, it will take less time amp; money than laywers and court costs.

pay the fine and be done with it. you get like 12 points before you lose your license and after a year of no further tickets it starts to go down again anyway. save the expense of a lawyer for a time when it matters. time in court is time you could spend making money to pay the fine. Normally a first offense will get either a fine reduction or points reduced without going to trial, just for showing up and asking nicely. If that didn t happen, just take the loss and keep it to no more than 9mph over the limit. they won t screw around with tickets for that much over

Go to traffic school No points and no ticket.

You can go to court and alot of time they will make a deal with you, like 6 months no ticket and the points will be dropped. Spending the money on the lawyer seems a bit much especially if its your first offense in 10 years, plus you were only going 14 over. Good luck! : )

do a prayer for judgement just look up the specifics for your state

Magistrates usually take a lenient view of cases like yours, and there is every chance that he will let you off with something very light..

Why pay a lawyer so much more money than the fine is worth and you might still lose, fight the case on your own, what could a lawyer do in a traffic situation, he just wants your money, a lawyer will say anything to get your money

You can get the points removed by attending traffic school and save some money in the process vs. hiring the shark.

So you are out $115 plus court costs... how much lawyer time does that buy you, knowing that you could still lose and be out $115 plus court costs PLUS lawyer s fees.

What does it take to become a lawyer? -

I know that it involves law school, but up to how long do you have to go? Do you have to do anything else? What exactly does being a lawyer entail? I m not stupid, I know you have to go to court and such, but I m talking about the details. Thanks so much!

Education and training. Becoming a lawyer usually takes 7 years of full-time study after high school—4 years of undergraduate study, followed by 3 years of law school. Law school applicants must have a bachelor’s degree to qualify for admission. To meet the needs of students who can attend only part time, a number of law schools have night or part-time divisions. Although there is no recommended “prelaw” undergraduate major, prospective lawyers should develop proficiency in writing and speaking, reading, researching, analyzing, and thinking logically—skills needed to succeed both in law school and in the law. Regardless of major, a multidisciplinary background is recommended. Courses in English, foreign languages, public speaking, government, philosophy, history, economics, mathematics, and computer science, among others, are useful. Students interested in a particular aspect of law may find related courses helpful. For example, prospective patent lawyers need a strong background in engineering or science, and future tax lawyers must have extensive knowledge of accounting. Acceptance by most law schools depends on the applicant’s ability to demonstrate an aptitude for the study of law, usually through undergraduate grades, the Law School Admission Test (LSAT), the quality of the applicant’s undergraduate school, any prior work experience, and sometimes, a personal interview. However, law schools vary in the weight they place on each of these and other factors. All law schools approved by the American Bar Association require applicants to take the LSAT. As of 2006, there were 195 ABA-accredited law schools; others were approved by State authorities only. Nearly all law schools require applicants to have certified transcripts sent to the Law School Data Assembly Service, which then submits the applicants’ LSAT scores and their standardized records of college grades to the law schools of their choice. The Law School Admission Council administers both this service and the LSAT. Competition for admission to many law schools—especially the most prestigious ones—is usually intense, with the number of applicants greatly exceeding the number that can be admitted. During the first year or year and a half of law school, students usually study core courses, such as constitutional law, contracts, property law, torts, civil procedure, and legal writing. In the remaining time, they may choose specialized courses in fields such as tax, labor, or corporate law. Law students often gain practical experience by participating in school-sponsored legal clinics; in the school’s moot court competitions, in which students conduct appellate arguments; in practice trials under the supervision of experienced lawyers and judges; and through research and writing on legal issues for the school’s law journals. A number of law schools have clinical programs in which students gain legal experience through practice trials and projects under the supervision of lawyers and law school faculty. Law school clinical programs might include work in legal aid offices, for example, or on legislative committees. Part-time or summer clerkships in law firms, government agencies, and corporate legal departments also provide valuable experience. Such training can lead directly to a job after graduation and can help students decide what kind of practice best suits them. Law school graduates receive the degree of juris doctor (J.D.), a first professional degree. Advanced law degrees may be desirable for those planning to specialize, research, or teach. Some law students pursue joint degree programs, which usually require an additional semester or year of study. Joint degree programs are offered in a number of areas, including business administration or public administration. After graduation, lawyers must keep informed about legal and nonlegal developments that affect their practices. In 2006, 43 States and jurisdictions required lawyers to participate in mandatory continuing legal education. Many law schools and State and local bar associations provide continuing education courses that help lawyers stay abreast of recent developments. Some States allow continuing education credits to be obtained through participation in seminars on the Internet. Licensure. To practice law in the courts of any State or other jurisdiction, a person must be licensed, or admitted to its bar, under rules established by the jurisdiction’s highest court. All States require that applicants for admission to the bar pass a written bar examination; most States also require applicants to pass a separate written ethics examination. Lawyers who have been admitted to the bar in one State occasionally may be admitted to the bar in another without taking another examination if they meet the latter jurisdiction’s standards of good moral character and a specified period of legal experience. In most cases, however, lawyers must pass the bar examination in each State in

You can work under lawyer for a certain amount of time and get credit towards your credential. You have to pass the BAR, but traditional schooling is not the only way. (in California anyways) Read below taken from ..http://www.calbar.ca.gov/state/calbar/ca... 6. Can I become an attorney without going to law school? Yes. You can meet California’s legal education requirements by spending at least four years studying law under the personal supervision of a California judge of record or a California attorney in his or her law office. (The attorney must be an active member of the State Bar of California who has been in practice for the last five years or longer.) For more detailed information, visit the State Bar’s Web site at www.calbar.ca.gov and click on Admissions.

You have to get a Bachelor s Degree (4-5 years) then you have to pass the LSAT to get accepted into law school (3 years). Getting a law degree will require 7-8 years of college. There are many kinds of attorneys, criminal defense, family law, estate law, property law, commercial and business law, constitutional law, and of course ambulance chasers. Not all attorneys work in courtrooms on a regular basis, in fact most are confined to an office doing paperwork for 40-60 hours per week.

all this information can be found on the internet.

A lack of compassion seems to be one trait.

How many books do you read to become a Lawyer? -

As opposed to a Doctor or a Barber. Only while their in school.

expect to read about 3-4 books per class. law school has about 30-35 classes in the 3 years you are there. law school isn t so much about reading (although there s a lot of that!) as it is writing and researching.

You have to read as many books as you need to.

My lawyer had me fill out a W9 so my exs job will start garnishment for child support, is this right? -

He said they will not issue a child support check until they have a W9 tax form on file for me. Have you ever heard of this? It sounds fishy to me. He said in order for them to garnish my ex husbands wages I had to fill out the W-9 as soon as possible so he could take it to them.

ive never heard of anyone needing to do that.

You don t have to file taxes on child support! he does but not you!

If you would search quot;W-9 form quot; you will find it is for designating your taxpayer ID # which in your case is your SSN to his employer so they can complete their records. This may not have anything to do with your taxes...it has to do with doing it the quot; Government Way quot;...having files set up in case there are any questions in the future.

What is the average cost of a lawyer to have a living will done up? -

I m thinking about having a living will done up and I am just curious as to the average price a lawyer will charge me to have one written up.

Thanks for asking the question. I never really thought about a will until I saw the question. Hope you have a lot of good answers:) This would help me too.

about 100.00 bux but you got to write it then he legalizes it...

I work in a nursing home and we give them out for free! Don t hire a lawyer! Go online or call your nearest hospital!

It depends on the lawyer that you choose to draw it up. There are some places where you can get it done for free, and there are certain lawyers who will charge 450 dollars an hour, and they could say there is 2 hours work here. Do some research before you go any further, as to what your needs are. You can actually get the forms that you need on line, and then have an attorney look them over, after you fill in the blanks. This might save you a considerable amount of money, because the lawyer would have to do less work, thus less billing time.

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Who is the best immigration lawyer in Tampa, FL? -

I need a few recommendations on which Lawyer is a pro at handling any immigration issues.

hi there, When choosing an immigration law attorney, research the firm’s background thoroughly. Choose a few different law firms to start with and contact each firm, inquiring about what services each offers, such as Visa issuance, legal or illegal US aliens, Green Card application permits, legal citizenship, regulation, international passport issuance, and permanent or temporary residency. When you interview each one, ask for references if applicable, contact information, rates, written quotes for services, and an outline of the attorney-client privilege. Ask how long the law firm has been in practice and whether it is a local, national or multinational entity. Make sure the immigration law attorney or lawyer you choose is properly licensed in your state and has taken the necessary state law exams. Get detailed outlines of costs. Some law firms and attorneys will perform pro bono work for their clients, but most charge fees, billable by the hour. If your case is very involved, with a possibility of going to court trial, be prepared to spend more. To make sure you find the best immigration law attorney or lawyer for you as a citizen, take a drive by the firm’s location to get a feel for physical appearance and integrity. Chat with the staff to see if they are courteous. Keep in mind the firm’s availability, hours, and services. You need immigration law attorneys that can accommodate your schedule and give the necessary representation and attention to your legal case. Remember to choose an attorney that meets your specific needs, such as Visa and Green Card permits, residence, or citizenship. When considering how to find the right immigration law attorney, firm or office for you, check out a few different firms before committing to a law firm, asking about rates, service, availability, firm history and location. information for you on these links.. http://lawyers.findlaw.com/lawyer/firm/I... http://www.thecityoftampa.com/attorney/a... http://www.superpages.com/yellowpages/C-... best regards pops..

thank you sir..for your kind words do hope you get yourself sorted.god bless.. Report Abuse

What type of lawyer do you use to sue a department of a state.? -

I am looking into suing a state over issue I have had with the department of ssi, and the department of the F.O.C, and I want to know what type of lawyer I can use to take on the state.

It depends on your issue - did they deny your application for SSI benefits? If so, you want someone who specializes in that. If it is for some type of personal injury - someone at the SSI Department hit you - then you want a personal injury attorney. We need more facts to provide you with an informed response.

well you can not sue a state for denying a ssi claim, but you can appeal. You would most likely need a civil lawyer, but you will not win if your only complaint is that they treated you unfairly because they denied your claim.

What courses do i need to take in college to become an immigration lawyer? -

I m 18 year old girl. I want to become an immigration lawyer but I m not sure what courses i need to take in college to begging my journey. I ve asked my High School counselor but she s no help neither is anyone else. Can you please help me out. and tell me what steps i need to take and most importantly what courses i need to take. I m very serious about this. Thank you for your help !!

You might consider a college or Univeristy that has legal studies or pre-law classes. Even if you find a college that has these classes, you don t have to have a major in that area to go to law school.You can choose any major in college you like and still go to law school, you don t have to take legal classes before that for them to take you. Just major is something you love and you can do well in because they put a lot of weight on your GPA when you apply. But they also put a lot of weight on your LSAT (Law School Admissions Test) which you will take probably your junior year of college if you want to go to law school right after you graduate with your bachelor s. When you get to college, find out if the school has a pre-law advisor to help guide you through preparing for law school... kind of like a guidance counselor but better and more knowledgable. Once you re in law school, you gain experience through internships and part time and summer jobs to figure out what you want to do, your college experiences won t matter as much by that point. So try to pursue the immigration law thing in college as much as you can just because you like it, but if you don t get much experience it won t prohibit you from pursuing it in law school, which is the appropriate time to do so. Good luck. If you have more specific questions, feel free to email me at comatyzed@yahoo.com

Actually, a lot of law schools dislike majors like quot;legal studiesquot; or quot;criminal justicequot;, and would prefer you major in an academic subject like English, History, etc. But that said, you can major in anything you d like, and with your interests in immigration law, you may want to major in something tied to immigration, such as sociology or political science, or even a specific quot;area studiesquot; or a language. But you can major in anything you d like. It s once you reach law school that you ll study law, and focus on immigration law. During your bachelors degree, it d be a good idea if you could do some volunteer work related to immigration issues/law. You could do work for a charity, for example, or an internship for a human rights organization. Things that are somewhat related to the issues you want to focus on in law school.

How do i earn money as a lawyer and have time to for my famiy? -

I will soon be a lawyer in Nigeria, i really want a lot of family time but just as well earn large amounts of money, how do i go about it?

Everything is about balance. I don t know the situation in Nigeria, but here in the states it can be difficult. When you first begin to practice, you often must work long hours in order to get established or earn a place at a firm. Many attorneys who are concerned about having more reasonable hours, vacation time, etc, will look for jobs with the state or federal government. Those jobs will often pay somewhat less but offer more stability and regular hours as well as more vacation time and less stress.

You cannot have your pie, and eat it too ! - this old adage is applicable in your case . :-))

By not caring about your family.

What do you think about becoming a lawyer and still manage a singing carrer? -

Is that too much for a young woman to handle? Or is it just the fact that she hasnt make it yet into the singing business that it ll interfere with her school.

Boogie Bob Baldori did it. Click on the quot;legal servicesquot; link to see more about the legal side of his career.

Why does everyone automatically think they need a lawyer? -

I have noticed in many questions people are looking to hire a lawyer instead of going through more practical channels like filing police reports, contacting the labor board, contacting your city zoning board. Why does everyone think it requires a lawyer to handle a simple situation? I believe lawyers are sometimes necessary but it seems unpractical in many situations.

People are generally too lazy to do their own thinking.

I despise lawyers and do everything to avoid them. They are modern day Dracula s in suits. BUT sometimes you really need one if your in a tough spot.

Because the police don t do anything unless they have to, the zoning boards pass you off to someone else, and everyone at the local government level is a complete tool. That is why you need to lawyer, so you don t have to deal with all the BS.

What is it like to be a lawyer? -

Well, im a 2nd year business major and im seriously considering pursuing a career in law (specifically corporate or tax law). I was wondering what is the best way to find out what the life a lawyer entails, what you do specifically, im more concerned with the job details and quot;work lifequot; , i understand the impact being an attorney has on personal life. Anyone got any good sites or even better yet any lawyers on here to tell me their experiences? Thanks !

It s very competitive. For every 1 engineering graduate there are 100 lawyers coming out of school. Have you ever gotten a speeding ticket and noticed that within a week you have letters from over 10 lawyers willing to help you turn it into just a court fee? Out of aw school you ll start out at about $50,000. A bachelor s in engineering will start you out at $60,000.

Warning: Jobs in the field of Law are drying up FAST!!! This is not a good field to invest in! We simply have WAY TOO MANY attorneys - there is a GLUT of lawyers! Suggestion: Look into the field of Healthcare! LOTS of jobs there ! (especially with your background!) and scholarships! Good luck.

The best way I think for you to learn is to get an internship at a law firm or work as a file clerk at one that is somehow related to business you like. This way you learn about what lawyers do and get internship credit as a business major.

How do I reply to divorce papers served to me w/out me having a lawyer? -

I m In Illinois if that helps. I am having a hard time finding a lawyer, and I have to have a response in to the court by THIS Tues. How do I type one up that the court will accept? It can t go through like it is-- HELP!!!

Typing a response to your divorce papers will be difficult at best. The courts will not accept it if it is not formatted and worded correctly. You need to get a lawyer, it shouldn t be too hard to find one who can write a response to this even if it is just asking for more time so you can find and hire an attorney. Good luck.

The fact that you re having a hard time finding a lawyer is no excuse in the eyes of the law. You can t handle this important suit without a lawyer so get one now. If there are two lawyers in your whole town, get one of them. No excuses. What do you think the law is, high school and you re going to get a chance to hand in your paper late and take a lesser grade? No.

You need to go to the library or a women s center and get some help. Apparently you do not have the money needed to retain a lawyer. Try a Paralegal or Document Preparer. Look in the Yellow pages or online by putting in your zip code on switchboard.com or something like that. Hey, good luck.

Get a lawyer! Monday. Get a lawyer!

Seriously . . . . get a lawyer! You will get hosed without one.

Should I use a lawyer for a loan modifications? -

I wonder if it would be better to use a lawyer or use an old loan officer turn loan modification specialist? Is there a different in price for each services?

it s much better to have a lawyer,he will be at your side! in this cases money it s not problem for a few dollars more or less no headaches!

How do you know if a lawyer is good? -

My parents need a really good defense lawyer. He got into immense trouble and needs to pay heavy fines. We are unable to pay for these fines, and my parents may lose their assets. How do I know if the lawyer I m talking to is a good lawyer? What do I need to check?

Check your state s bar website. In CA they now list punishments, suspensions, etc. the lawyer has been disciplined for. I am a lawyer and my feeling is most potential clients are uneasy, for good reason, on the phone. I don t trust attorneys myself. They get a better sense of who I am and my character when we sit and talk in person. As far as a quot;goodquot; lawyer in the legal knowledge sense, and how hard they will work for a client, what kind of quot;advocatequot; they will be, that s another story. This is not always determined by how long they have been licensed or what size firm they work for. My experience has been most people go through a couple of attorneys before they really find the perfect fit for them. Some of what you re going to have to base this on is gut instinct at first. An quot;arrogantquot; lawyer is not necessarily going to be effective in court or respected by the judge. You do not want a lawyer who is too timid either. Newer attorneys can be more aggressive and quot;hungryquot; and make up for lack of experience with more research and enthusiasm. Good luck.

You need to ask around. Talk to people who have been in similar trouble and ask them who they used and if they were satisfied with the legal services. I would not put too much stock in Martindale Hubbell since I know some lawyers with a and b ratings who really are not that good. Some attorneys with a c or no rating are quite good but are not popular with their colleagues. Then again some lawyers with c or no ratings are pretty bad. The best indicator is from people who have had direct experience with lawyers in particular areas. Reality check: Lawyers with the quot;aquot; rating will cost you plenty.

Word of mouth is often the best way of determining a lawyer s quality. Ask around, request references from the attorney, and check with other attorneys in your area. Also, don t immediately dismiss the idea of getting a public defender - many are quite experienced and qualified (and, best of all, free if you qualify). At the least, a public defender might be able to point you in the direction of a competent attorney who specializes in the field of law you are dealing with.

check references. Martindale Hubbell is pointless since you pay to get into the book.

Martindale Hubbell is one reference, listing a and b rated attorneys.

Is there a website where I can check to see if my lawyer is certified or not? -

I need a website where I can check the validity of my lawyer. I ve already went to the main Bar Association website and a few others, but they either had no option to check for a lawyer, were scam sites looking for money to do a basic background check, or were just bogus sites. Does anyone know a real site? Thanks.

The state bar association where your attorney has his license to practice law should have a listing of all attorneys authorized to practice in that state.

It depends what you mean by certified. Membership in the ABA is voluntary for example. What you are looking for is if the attorney has been admitted to the bar in your state, I think (by the way, an attorney does not have to be admitted to the bar to handle legal matters, if they don t appear in court.). Each state has different procedures for that kind of check, so i can t advise as to specifics. You can also usually verify the issuance of a law degree with the issuing school for a small fee.

Damn, you are one fine young lady Joy!

How much does a civil lawyer make in NY city? -

What is the average pay of a civil lawyer if the lawyer graduated from Fordham Law, and attended Fordham University for Undergrad? The lawyer works for a firm in NYC.

If you are talking about large NYC law firms then it is in the neighborhood of $150,000 per year not including annual bonuses. Fordham Law has a good reputation among NYC law firms but you would still probably need the tradional profile of being in the top 20 percent of your class and be on a law journal.

If you have 13 suspensions, can a lawyer get your license reinstated? -

I don t even have a license, but unfortunenately I have received 13 suspensions in Florida. I would like to know if I can have a lawyer clear my 13 suspensions and get me reinstated to where I can get my license.

Highly unlikely. Doubt you ll be able to apply for a license for a very long time. But it appears that a license isn t an issue for you anyway. Let me guess,you don t have insurance either.

Why are you not in jail?

Is it possible to negotiate terms with a lawyer if the parents are not married? -

could i consult a lawyer if i wanted my child s father s support even if we arent married or if i,the mom,is a minor?

Ask you lawyer who wants fees.

How does one find a specific type of lawyer? -

I need a lawyer in family law/divorce that knows how the Federal Government works in cases of divorce, such as spousal support, health insurance etc. How do I find that type of lawyer?

Yellow Pages or call the local bar assn. referral system.

Check the Bar Association for your state. It will be most helpful.

Really it is up to the type of lawyer your looking for and for what reasons you need one. First, check with the bar association. But, with me I have just been searching the web looking for one. Just type what you want. And, if you living here in Houston TX check the greensheet.

What type of lawyer should I look for? -

I had a bad crown put on and dentist refuse to replace or do anything about it. It is causing a lot of pressure and I was having throbbing pain. I went back to my old dentist and she told me the crown must be replaced and gave me an estimate. The BAD dentist agreed to pay for part of the replacement, but this is not fair as I ve paid for the whole crown before. I would like to hire a crown, but I don t know which kind of lawyer. Can anyone help me? Thank you.

get a civil lawyer

a malpractice attorney

You can try to find an attorney, but they ll consider your case small potatoes ( they prefer major and or life threatening damage...more drama...higher awards) You would probaly end up filing in small claims court.

You would like to hire a crown? I would find a lawyer that understands some medical and denistry terminology. Look in the phone book.Actually, if the bad dentist has admitted to wrong doing, I would think you could take this to small claims court yourself and save the legal fees.

When does a law student become a lawyer? -

Do you become a lawyer after you graduate law school or after you pass the bar?

You have to also pass the Multistate Professional Responsibility Exam (MPRE) - aka ethics, the moral character evaluation, and the bar exam after completing law school and obtaining your Juris Doctor. All three of these cost money, although the moral character evaluation may be a bit pricier than the bar exam (you need to provide fingerprints for them to check the DOJ with). If you never pass the exam and/or ever become licensed to practice law, you can still put the J.D. after your name after graduating from law school.

when they pass a bar exam

After you pass the bar.....ONLY. When you graduate, all you have is a law degree, but you can t legally call yourself one until you pass the bar.

Pass the bar and get your license.

You become a lawyer after you get your license which means graduating, passing the bar, paying the fee, and being accepted by the state licensing board.

What type of math are you going to need to become am immigration lawyer? -

hey i want to be an immigration lawyer when i get older and i was wondering if you all could help me out... could really use the help!

Honestly, if you can do arithmetic, you ll probably be okay; my friend who s in that field is always moaning about how much she hated algebra. Of course, that won t be enough to get you into a really good college these days, so do the best you can at least through high school. You never know: you might end up with some cases where it d be useful.

You will need to know what s required to get you through an undergraduate degree in college.

I need help finding an immigration lawyer in Washington state? -

If anyone has information on how to find a pro-bono lawyer or someone to that extent on Immigration law. I live in Washington State and really want to get help for my boyfriend who was braught here as a child. I want him to do things the right way so he doesn t have a chip on his shoulder his whole life. If anyone can help me that would be great. Please answer or even send me an email. Any infomation would be great. Thank you.

You can always try sites like the one below, you may be able to find one on there. Anyways, good luck! http://www.socalattorneyfinder.com .

What qualifies you to get a public appointed lawyer? -

How poor exactly do you have to be? Do they look at your financial record? Do they only give you a lawyer for certain crimes?

Generally you only have a right to counsel for criminal matters. To get an attorney provided by the government, you have to be charged with a felony in most places in the United States; though some jurisdictions may provide you with an attorney for serious misdemeanors. You should ask. Some communities have legal aid attorneys who will charge you on a sliding scale, based on what you can afford. You will probably have to show some sort of financial records, such as tax returns, or sign an affidavit saying that you are really poor.

You cant afford one. Keep in mind that these lawyers only receive about 300 dollars for your case when they normally make this in an hour. so do you think they will do everything in their power to help you? Probably not

Everyone charged with a crime has a right to counsel. The method of determining eligibility for indigent counsel depends on the state where the prosecution takes place.

What questions should I ask in my interview with the Immigration lawyer? -

The Interview is this Monday with the Immigration Lawyer. I don’t know what to take or what to ask him. I never been in this type of legal matters so I don’t know were to start. Anything you can provide like websites, questions, personal experience’s will help so much. Please Help Thank You : )

You actually don t need to bring anything much to your initial interview with your lawyer. If you like, you may wish to bring your passport entry documents, marriage certificate, and any other such pertinent documents, but if you don t, your lawyer will provide you with a list of stuff he/she needs. If you already have some letter or correspondence from USCIS, then bring that. As for questions: Your lawyer should know how to handle it. You can explain your situation, what you want to do, and ask where to go from there. When you leave the office, you want your lawyer to have given you a game plan - what you need to do next, what forms he/she plans to file, and you will also want to know exactly how much he/she is charging. You should get that all in writing so you don t forget anything. You also want to know the dates by which each of the things required of you should be done. My lawyer was pretty weird. He randomly charged us five hundred dollars whenever he felt like it - but he was so disorganized that he never seemed to know whether or not we d actually paid. His desk was full of peoples important documents, all in random piles. He was moderately shifty - wouldn t talk over the phone, only in person. But when it came down to it - he was helpful, knew what he was doing, knew the people at our USCIS office. My process went very smoothly.

u white or MEXICANA?

We don t have enough information. Are you here legally now? what type of visa are you trying to receive?

Can I sue the lawyer who sent me a bogus subpoena? -

If i had proven that a lawyer had sent me a bogus subpoena, can I countersue?

Before suing the lawyer who served you the subpoena, make sure you contact a lawyer to review the document. The document you received may be something other than a subpoena (i.e., a summons). Generally, subpoenas are issued by courts in the area where you live. If the subpoena in question is not properly prepared, you should discuss your legal options with a qualified attorney. Good luck...

yep, you can. not only can u sue him, you can also have him debarred, if u can prove that he sent the subpoena with a malicious intent (i.e. not in good faith ). get hold of a lawyer and ask him about it, he ll guide you,

Yes, u can because that is just like perjury. Giving false documents is against the law.

may be possible but i would have a good lawyer deal with it to be safe and not get over your head.....if this lawyer is tricky you might bite off more than you can chew.......

Report the event to the local bar association. The lawyer could lose his license.

thats malpractice and they could get disbared in australia, you might have to look up your local laws and make sure.

I am not sure if you can countersue, but what I would do is report him to the BAR association.

y not.

If it s true he s been engaging in such practices, you can do better than that and have his License revoked. That s why Lawyers have to pass a Bar Exam so they can practice law in each state.

Sounds like he should be brought up review/ethics..your state bar.

Send him a BOGUS letter that you are going to sue him. put it on a real peice of letter head and have a friend sign it like they are the attorney....

How do I go about finding a lawyer in NC to sue a company? -

phone book

It would depend on the type of case as to what type of attorney. Furthermore, it depends if the case is legitimate as to whether or not an attorney will even consider it.

My exs lawyer got him to lie on the stand and the judge caught him. How do I press charges? -

I want to charge him with perjury and maybe charge his lawyer with subourning perjury. How would I go about this?

It is the judge or district attorney s decision whether or not to charge someone with perjury. They will look into it for you and depending on the case, they may or may not file charges. I m surprised that the judge didn t immediately do something at the time it happened. But be forewarned, no matter how important you might think this is, the district attorney may not think it s worth his time to process -- that happens quite a bit actually.

you can t charge him. a government prosecutor would do that. the best you can do is to contact the prosecutor s office and request that they investigate, which they probably won t if the court didn t even hold your husband in contempt. you could also contact the state bar association s ethics committee to complain about the attorney s conduct. they might pursue separate professional discipline.

You can t charge him with perjury. The crime of perjury is committed against the state, not the individual. Thus, the state has to press charges.

You don t. There is no private criminal prosecution in the u.s. Only the DA can elect to pursue a criminal charge. You can send the info to the DA who can decide, but you cannot control the decision.

You don t press perjury charges, the DA does (as far as I understand). Since the judge caught him, he will likely be dealt with. I suppose you could talk to the DA, and express your wishes.

(me being humorous) point and yell quot; lair !quot;

Contact the District Attorney of the county where the crimes took place.

How can I find a good divorce lawyer in London amp; how can I check out if they are any good before hiring them? -

Know any good websites which review solicitors OR could anyone recommend a really good proactive divorce lawyer in London who is also good on working out the financial side of the divorce. I don t want to pay a fortune but am willing to pay going rates. Thanks

I think London has more Lawyers in the city than everywhere else so you have a lot of choices. The site below will have some reviews / ratings of London Lawyers, may help a bit.

Yes, I have had good service in my divorce, at reasonable cost, from Brachers in Seven Oaks, Kent. Tel; 01622 690 691. They have a divorce specialist department.. Be aware that the UK law on divorce is now the most pro wife in the world. If you can sue in another country do so.

Why is it taking my case manager and lawyer so long to file suit? -

why is it taking my case manager and lawyer so long to file a suit(personal injury)? They keep telling me they are and never do? Are they trying to rack up a bill or something? Or maybe they just dont care about my case?

Fire them, if you can. If not, record every contact in detail, in writing. Their procrastination could compromise your case, either by allowing evidence to be lost and memories to fade, or by passing some statute of limitations. Ask specific questions: Do you need any other paperwork? Anyone you need to interview? Who, specifically, is working my case (not just the office)? Is there anything I can do (if you are in fact able to do something)--type, acquire documents, assemble documents, hand-carry them to the courthouse, etc.? What specific things need to be done before you file? When is the statute of limitations? When do you plan to file? State that you are quite concerned over how long the process is taking--you don t want a principal defendant to retire, move, or die before it goes to court, etc. Of course, don t be accusative, but try to nail them down as to what the problem is, what they need in order to correct it, what you can do to help, and when they intend to do it. They may be in cahoots with the defendants, and they may simply be swamped. Maybe a key assistant moved and they can t find all the paperwork. But if your wheel doesn t squeak, they may continue to give your case short shrift. So SQUEAK!!!!!--nicely, but do squeak! And keep squeaking. Don t take no for an answer. If they try to make you feel like you re bothering them quot;too much,quot; be apologetic, but firm: quot;I m really sorry to bother you so much, but I have a lot at stake here and I m getting really worried.quot; And follow up. If they keep waffling, say, quot;I guess you are really busy. Can you recommend someone else I can take my case to who isn t so busy?quot; With that subtle(?) threat to take your business elsewhere, maybe they ll be spurred into action. And take extensive notes! Who you talked to, date (and time), and as much detail as you can remember about what was said. You might even say (if they re giving you non-answers), quot;I m making a note of what you re saying, but I don t quite understand your answer. Are you saying that . . . .? I need to understand your answer well enough to write it down.quot; Get the book, quot;When I Say No, I Feel Guilty,quot; by Manuel J. Smith. It s about how to assert yourself in situations like this. It s invaluable.

They are the professionals. They know how to maximize recovery. Your anxiety amp; impatience are more likely to cost you money than not.

A bad attorney settles the case as quickly as possible.

Threatened by lawyer in a deposition, does he have a right for a background check? -

I was summoned at a deposition yesterday that is totally irrelevant to me. Former co-worker from my old job is suing the compnay for sexual harrasment and age discrimination, which is bull. Her lawyer is working on a constingency and is very unprofessional/rude. He asked me personal questions as to where I live or what I do which I chose not to disclose. He threatened to do a background check on me. What kind of information can he obtain by doing that if he has a right actually?? Thank you

Absolutely, the lawyer can do a background check on you. If he does a good one, he can find out anything that is public information. This includes any criminal convictions. However your rights are protected by some laws: 1. The Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) gives you some privacy protection. You should research this. The lawyer might need to get your permission before he can run a credit check since he is not extending you any credit, and your credit rating does not impact the case. 2. The Driver’s Privacy Protection Act. This may protect your driving record unless it directly impacts the case. 3. The American with Disabilities Act (ADA) may also offer protection if you have a disability that does not impact the case. . 4. Other legal provisions. Different states have different legal frameworks, such as the Investigative Consumer Reporting Agencies Act which exists in California. Make sure you check any regulations which may in your state. You can perform a free background check yourself to see what information is available. Like many answers, it all depends on the details: What information do you want? How much work are you willing to do to get it? How fast do you want it? If you are willing to do some work yourself, you can perform a background check on someone for free. Criminal Background Check: Criminal records are kept by the Clerk of Courts in each courthouse. Every city, town, county, state, and the federal government have their own courthouses. We know there are 50 states, 3000 counties, and over 30,000 cities, towns, or townships in the USA. That is a lot of courthouses, and most of them do not share their information. However, it is all public information, and you are allowed to review it. If you know where the subject person has lived and traveled, then you know which courthouse records to check. Do-it-Yourself Free Background check issues: a)One problem is finding out your subject-persons lifetime travel history. He could have committed a crime anywhere he has ever been. b)2nd problem is the amount of work you must do to check every courthouse in those locations. c)3rd problem is that you could miss important records if you miss any of the locations that your subject-person has been to. d)4th problem is cost. If the courthouse has digitized their records and published them on a website, then you can often review them for free. But if you must travel to the courthouse, that requires your time and travel costs. Finally, if you get copy of the record, some courthouses charge $1 per page. Wow! That can be expensive. e)So a do-it-yourself background check may cost you a significant amount of money if you want to perform a complete background check. Other Records: You will probably want to check out some other records on you subject-person. Do your want to know about: Marriages and Divorces Bankruptcies Tax liens Civil law suits Professional licenses Corporate ownership Property ownership. All of that information is public, and you can review it. But, you have the same issues that you had with the Criminal Records. The information is not all in one place. You have to find out where it is, and you may have to travel to those locations. Information Aggregators On the internet, some companies specialize in collecting all of this public information, putting it in their database, and making it available for instant access. For example, Illinois Youth Soccer (http://www.iysa.org) has a Risk Management publication that refers to http://backgroundsearch.com You can review some of this information for free and get the results immediately on the internet. How to Perform a Do-It-Yourself Free Background Search amp; Check: Step #1 – At an information aggregator, like BackgroundSearch.com , you can put in your subject-person’s name and find every city that he lived-in. That website provides this information for free. You can enter as many names as you like, as many times as you like. Now you know which courthouse records to review. Step #2 – At the same website, you can find a list of the Criminal Record Offices of every city, county, and state in the USA, along with their website (as reported to the U.S. government.). Step #3.- Go to the courthouse website, or to the courthouse (if they do not have a website), and review their public records. Step #4 – Back at BackgroundSearch.com, you can find the Record Offices for Vital Records (Marriage, Divorce, Births, Deaths). Repeat step #3 for Vital Records and any other type of records that you need. Purchasing a Background Check: If you want to get a complete report, instantly, you can purchase a comprehensive background check from BackgroundSearch.com (or other information aggregators). Every company (without exception) will charge you something for a complete background check. The companies have to cover their costs to gather all of the public information, put it in a database, keep it up to date every day about everyone, and make it available to you on the internet for instant access. Sex Offenders: The U.S. government does keep a list of all convicted sex offenders in one place. You can find it here: http://www.nsopr.gov/ Source(s): Good luck with your background check research.

Thats crap. Its intimidation and if your knowledge isn t relevant, you can walk out. He is using threats to get you to answer questions. Then again, for $50 I can find out a great deal about you. More than you would be comfortable with.

He can find out if you have any convictions. I would ignore him. if he must ask you these questions they should apply to the case and he can subpoena you. If you are a witness you don t HAVE to say anything. If you are a witness for his side I would not show on that day.

The lawyer could do a background check on you. I could and anyone could. If there was adjudge why did he allow the badgering to continue. You can appeal to the proper court for a censure of the attorney. Find out which one and do some threatening yourself if necessary.

Heck no he can not background check you! Not without your Permission!

I don t think it s illegal for the attorney to do a background check. Lawyers have investigator s on their payroll. So it s not a big deal. But even if they do a background check on you, they can t get you into trouble for something you did in your past. You re not cooperating, so they probably think you ll testify in favor of your employer. Or he thinks you re hiding something.

Well, he might have been unprofessional and rude, but the bottom line is as long as it s even slightly relevant (and sometimes it doesn t need to be relevant at all, especially in a deposition, which is way more casual than court), he can ask you anything he wants. Where you live and what you do is a pretty standard question for any witness, and there s no reason for you to not answer other than to make it harder on this attorney, which is probably why he told you he could find out anyway (which he can, by the way). I think you should answer the questions -- if you don t, he could get an order from a judge that forces you to tell him.