Five Reasons You Should Not Buy A Home Without An Attorney

Posted on 22 December 2014

If you're buying a house, your real estate agent may suggest that you reach out to a real estate lawyer to help you with the title research and insurance. While this may not seem that important, a title search is a vital part of the purchase process. Once the search is complete, the title insurance protects you from any title problems that may arise after closing. Here's a look at some of the potential issues that your real estate attorney can help you with. [Read More]

What Are The Penalties For A DUI?

Posted on 22 December 2014

A DUI, which stands for "driving under the influence," has certain penalties and punishments. The penalty depends on a number of factors, from how many offenses you have to any other crimes that were committed while you were intoxicated. If you are pulled over and get a DUI, here are some possible penalties you might be facing. Fine The most common penalty you will face if you get a DUI is paying a fine. [Read More]

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Family Documents: Dealing with Legal Arrangements

After putting it off for years, my wife and I finally decided the time had come to call an attorney and prepare documents related to our estate. From the very first consultation, we knew that there was a lot of work to do. Fortunately, our lawyer was with us every step of the way. Before we were done, our wills were finalized, we set up trust funds for the kids, and had identified guardians who would take care of the kids if we died before they reached adulthood. We even prepared living wills, ensuring our wishes would be carried out if we were too ill to make our wishes known. If you have not organized your estate, start today. I'll share how we identified our needs, and what it took to put everything in place. I promise that once the job is done, you'll sleep better at night.