Criminal defense lawyers must create a customized legal strategy for their client’s case, such as questioning evidence presented by the prosecution and providing counterevidence or negotiating plea deals. However, lawyers’ job is not to ascertain guilt or innocence, so why would they defend criminals? The answer to that question can Read more
Attorneys general of states, commonwealths, territories and the District of Columbia serve as chief legal officers and representatives for their governments’ agencies and legislatures as well as for public interest. Their duties include protecting consumers against fraud or abuse; advocating economic and social justice; combatting crime; managing various programs and Read more
Family Courts are divisions of local courts that specialize in domestic or family relationships cases, hearing them uniformly across the state as part of the Courts of Common Pleas system – general trial courts within every state. The Family Court can handle matters related to child custody, visitation and support Read more
When the Supreme Court decides to hear a case, attorneys for both sides present oral arguments before Justices of the court. As top legal practitioners, their time costs a great deal: one hour’s worth is equivalent to what most American families make in one week! Prior researchers/historians have attempted to Read more
Attorneys tend to specialize in particular fields of law; for example, business attorneys specialize in dealing with contracts, employment issues and intellectual property law; family lawyers may concentrate their practice around family and domestic relations issues while other attorneys handle issues regarding accidents/injuries and criminal or civil rights litigation. Find Read more
Extraordinary Attorney Woo’s first season concluded earlier this summer, yet has already found fans both domestically and abroad. Showcasing Park Eun-bin’s outstanding lead performance, Extraordinary Attorney Woo humanizes autism without making its protagonist into an irreverent caricature. From representing North Korean defectors to mediating marriage disputes, the show’s cases are Read more
Johnny Depp has always made headlines with his relationships, but this latest one may take the cake: the Pirates of the Caribbean actor has recently been reported as dating his lawyer Joelle Rich. Rich represented Depp in his UK libel suit against The Sun newspaper and attended his US trial Read more
Real estate attorney fees for simple closing transactions vary significantly in New York. Prices typically range from $500 to $1,500 for services that include reviewing or drafting of contracts as well as basic advice. Communication between you and your attorney about the scope of work early can help manage expenses Read more
If you’re going through a divorce or custody battle, or need legal advice regarding child support matters, one of your biggest worries might be how much a family lawyer will cost. Always discuss fees up front to avoid surprises later. Legal fees depend on the complexity and scope of services Read more
Lawyers (also referred to as abogados) in the Philippines typically enjoy significant salaries due to providing justice for their clients. Individuals working as Attorneys in the Philippines should expect an annual salary increase of approximately 12%; this should serve as general guidelines; your performance and contributions to the organization should Read more