The sixth amendment to the US Constitution guarantees every person the right to an attorney, regardless of their ability to pay. Of course, you don’t need to exercise this right if you have a court appearance in your near future, but if anything significant is on the line at all, you should strongly consider expressing […]
What An Ideal Client Looks Like To A Lawyer
Although it is the client that has the majority of the choice when it comes to finding a defense lawyer, don’t assume that lawyers aren’t also sizing up their client and their case the moment that they call the firm or show up for a free case review. There are certain qualities we look for […]
The Pros and Cons of Representing Yourself in a Criminal Case in Minnesota
If you need to defend yourself in court, you can choose to do it yourself. However, before you do, let’s review the pros and cons of representing yourself in a criminal case in Minnesota. The Potential Benefits of Self-Representation Here’s a look at some of the potential benefits to representing yourself in court. Cost Savings […]
Just Another Reason Why You Should Consider A Private Attorney
A courtroom crisis was averted just before midnight on Friday that helped keep hundreds of public defenders from striking in Minnesota. According to reports, negotiators for unionized attorneys and the Minnesota Board of Public Defense met with a state mediator on Friday, and the two sides reached an agreement shortly before Saturday morning. The new […]
Tips For Talking To Your Lawyer During The Intake Process
Intake is legal speak for when a lawyer takes on a new client. Typically, this involves a conversation on the phone or more commonly, an in-person consultation to go over the basics of the case and deciding if working together is in the best interest of both parties. After all, it has to make sense […]
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