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10 Questions for an Elder Law Attorney

Many concerns and questions can arise as we grow older. In the last decade or so, a new category of law has emerged that specializes in helping retirees answer their questions and learn their rights. Here, 10 questions for an elder law attorney.

What Is the Difference Between a Lawyer and an Attorney?

People often use the terms lawyer and attorney interchangeably, but did you know there are differences? This article will explain what you need to know.

Confused Law Student Applies For Job With Federal Court That Doesn’t Exist

Schlam Stone & Dolan LLP Action Dismissed for Failure Timely to Respond to Demand for Complaint

Pursuant to CPLR 3012 (b), plaintiff was required to serve her complaint within twenty days after service of defendants’ demand. Plaintiff concedes that she did not comply with that deadline. Thus, to successfully oppose defendants’ motion, plaintiff is required to show that she has both a reasonable excuse for the delay and a meritorious cause of action<br>Plaintiff’s counsel acknowledges that defendants’ notice of appearance and…

Top 10 Mistakes Made When Hiring a Lawyer

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

Personal Injury: When Criminal and Civil Law Intersect

A personal injury hypothetical highlights the civil law issues that criminal defense lawyers should consider and how those issues can affect the criminal case. It also addresses the considerations for civil lawyers when confronting a matter with an ongoin

What is the difference between common law and civil law?

Most people hear the term “common law” and automatically think of common-law marriage. That’s part of it, but common law is actually one of two fundamental

Videos of Our Many Esteemed Attorneys

Meet all of the Chain | Cohn | Stiles personal injury and workers’ compensation attorneys here, and learn why they do the work that they do.

How Do I Select A Personal Injury Attorney?

The choice of a personal injury attorney can be incredibly significant to the person who has been injured and their family.

Do I Need an Attorney?

"Do I need an attorney?" In this article, we explore a variety of legal matters in which a person may find himself or herself asking that question.

How To Pick A Good Criminal Defense Attorney

How do you really know your lawyer is the right one for you? Common sense.

Tips for Maintaining a Positive and Productive Attorney-Client Relationship

Retaining legal counsel can be overwhelming for many clients. The attorney-client relationship frequently begins at a difficult time in a client’s...

Public Defender or Private Attorney: Which Should You Use?

Words of advice from two attorneys about one of the most important decisions you might make.

5 attorney tips for detecting lies in the workplace

Unfortunately, deception is something that comes with the human condition.

5 Common Power of Attorney Mistakes

Unfortunately, as you can see from the following 5 common power of attorney mistakes, a POA can do more harm than good when not used correctly or when utilized without fully understanding the power granted in the document.

Right to an Attorney? Not Always in Some States

There’s a national shortage of public defenders, which leaves defendants in many states living with the consequences for years.

Why An Attorney May Not Be Enough In Child Welfare Cases

More and more states are considering multipronged approaches to child welfare cases that go beyond attorney representation to include social workers and other experts for parents, with one study linking such methods to less time in foster care for kids.

Employment Attorneys Know The Good And Bad Places To Work

A tale of two clients -- and advice on how to make your workplace a desirable one.

What Kind of Attorney Can Help You in These Situations?

Most people when confronted with legal trouble have not the slightest idea on what kind of attorney they may need to get them the legal help they need. With all the different ins and outs of the legal system coming into play, it is no surprise that so many people end up feeling so lost […]

Temporary Attorneys The New Go-To Route For In-House?

Here are the reasons why and when you should consider the temporary legal staffing option.