10 Tips To Prepare for a Divorce Deposition
As we have written about in the past, a deposition is an interview under oath that takes place before a divorce case goes to trial. Not every divorce case requires a deposition. However, this important legal step can provide attorneys with the information they need to analyze your case, prepare…
Dispelling 5 Mediation Myths
If you want to resolve your case peacefully, mediation could be the best option. The process is designed to help opposing parties reach a quiet, efficient, and amicable resolution rather than deal with the unfortunate consequences of courtroom litigation. Clearly, this all sounds fantastic on paper, though we know there…
5 Common Causes of Estate Planning Disputes
Estate planning is one of the most important things you can do for your family, and the process often goes off without a hitch. That said, even something as selfless as estate planning is not without its share of issues from time to time. Disputes over estates and inheritances can…
5 Estate Planning Tips for Unmarried Couples
Jack and Faith could not be happier. Sure, they never officially married like their friends did, but they have lived together monogamously for the past 12 years and act like a married couple in every possible way. In fact, they recently began discussing estate planning and the importance of having…
How Does Moving Away Affect Child Custody Arrangements?
When you and your former partner divorced or resolved your suit establishing parentage rights early last year and amicably agreed to your current child custody arrangements, you assumed that everything that happened next for you as parents and your children would be relatively smooth sailing. And for the most part,…
10 Tips for Successful Mediation
Conflict is inevitable. How you handle it can change everything. These words are true in all areas of life, particularly in tense legal matters ranging from divorce and family law disputes to disagreements between business partners, personal injury claims, and even a neighborly misunderstanding. The good news is that most…
8 Year-End Estate Planning Tips
As one year winds to a close and another begins, now is the perfect time to review your estate plan and ensure everything is in order. This is especially true if it has been a few years since you and your estate planning attorney sat down to craft your Will,…
Legal Pricing: How Your Attorney Can Ensure Billing Transparency
It is a typical Wednesday morning, and as you sit down with your cup of coffee and open your laptop, the first email you notice near the top of your inbox is an invoice from your divorce attorney. You were expecting a bill, so the fact that you have an…
Legal Pricing: 4 Common Ways Attorneys Charge for Their Legal Services
You suddenly find yourself in the middle of a complex legal matter. Naturally, the first step is to hire an attorney, especially someone skilled, knowledgeable, and experienced in the legal area you need help with—whether that is family law, business law, personal injury, or another practice area. But you cannot…
9 Estate Planning Mistakes To Avoid
Estate planning is essential for protecting your family’s inheritance and legacy. That said, creating a plan that works for your unique goals can often be riddled with potential pitfalls if you and your estate planning attorney are not careful. What are these common mistakes, and how does avoiding them provide…