Tip Tuesday: Answer the Question That’s Asked.
Perhaps it’s a nod to the social media era of constant status updates and play-by-plays of our lives or maybe it’s human nature, but it seems that people tend to “word vomit” when they get on the witness stand. An …
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Tip Tuesday: Interview your prospective lawyer
Don’t be afraid to contact the attorneys you’re thinking about hiring to schedule a consultation. You may want to schedule one or even a handful. Consultations are like a job interview. You should get a feeling during the consultation of …
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Tip Tuesday: “Phone a Friend”
Retaining a lawyer is a big decision! Ask around before signing that retainer agreement! If you know people who have been involved in a similar legal matter, ask them if they have a recommendation – maybe they’d recommend their attorney …
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Tip Tuesday: Search your prospective lawyer’s name online
When you’re trying to find an attorney, look at lawyers’ websites. This sounds obvious, but it’s important. Really read the websites. You want to choose a lawyer who focuses on the area of law you’re dealing with. Lawyers are (or …
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Forever Family: West Virginia Adoption Basics
Families are formed in many ways, including biology, marriage, and romantic relationships, just to name a few. Sometimes, though a family may have formed organically, a family requires legal recognition of the bond between them, which can include an adoption …
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