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Q & A

What can I do if my defence lawyer and I went nasty?

January 30, 2010

James Rocker asked: My defence lawyer and I had a argument recently because I found him not doing any work to my coming trial. He’s totally unprepare and worst of all he show no interest in my case at all. I’ve duely paid for his services and the amount is reasonably large, the trial is [...]

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Should I represent myself in child custody matters or have a lawyer?

January 26, 2010

Meandthekids asked: It’s not an abuse/neglect situation. It’s an agreement that was already in place between the other parent and me. Over time, we have both come to disagreement over custodial schedule issues. Is it okay to represent myself or should I really have a lawyer present?

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How can I find out a lawyer’s credentials?

January 25, 2010

debbieboutiette asked: I’d like to find out if the lawyer my realestate agent is recommending is a good lawyer.

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Is it easy for a lawyer who graduates from McGill Law with decent/good grades to quickly find a good job?

January 24, 2010

The One asked: I was wondering that if you are a lawyer who graduates from McGill law with good grades with little or no work experience can find a decent job right after he graduates? How’s the job market?
Thanks in advance
My question is independent of current economic situation.
I’m currently considering law as an option and [...]

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Do I need a lawyer for closing on my house?

January 22, 2010

Sara C asked: My husband and I are closing on our first house on Friday. Do we need a lawyer to accompany us? Thanks!

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How much would I make as a corporate lawyer if –?

January 21, 2010

3 asked: Okay so my uncles a really good corporate lawyer in New York.. hes one of the best.. if I became a orporate lawyer in Manhattan like him how much would I make? (most likely) Would I get paid more if he gave me some help by getting me a job? Or I [...]

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A subject asks for a lawyer but the police pulled a fast one. Does this violate Miranda?

January 20, 2010

El Scott asked: Lennie and George are good friends and work at the same place. One day Lennie beats his boss to death with a hammer and is arrested. The Police read Lennie his Miranda Rights and Lennie invokes his right to an attorney. The Police immediately stopped asking Lennie questions. [...]

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When can I object to a question asked by the other Lawyer?

January 20, 2010

yo yoXD asked: We are reenacting a trial in school.
When can I object to the questions asked by the lawyer who is cross-examining my witness?
FOR WHAT REASONS, that is.
7th grade

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Do you need a lawyer to file for an adoption?

January 16, 2010

Heather asked: My ex husband signed his rights away to our 2 year old child in our divorce. My new husband wishes to adopt my son and we have my divorce decree where my ex terminated his rights. My question is do we absolutely have to have a lawyer or can we do [...]

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Do I need political science as a major in order to become a entertainment lawyer?

January 16, 2010

andrew m asked: Right now I’m Majoring in political science but I’m not really that interested in it. (its okay) I don’t know if i want to major in political science anymore. I just want to know the right direction to become a entrainment lawyer, but I don’t know what classes to take [...]

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