When faced with a legal problem, you may wish to consult with a lawyer about your legal rights and responsibilities. Often, early consultation with a lawyer will save you time, trouble, and money in the long run. Here are examples of situations where you may want to consult with a lawyer:
- You are questioned by a law enforcement officer, arrested, or charged with a crime.
- You are being sued or threatened with a lawsuit.
- You are overwhelmed by financial or tax problems.
- You want to sell, purchase, or lease real estate property.
- You are going to form, operate, or dissolve a business or partnership.
- You have concerns involving your family, such as divorce, paternity, child support, custody, or adoption.
- You have been involved in an accident where a person is hurt and/or property is damaged.
- You want to prepare a will and plan for your estate’s distribution after you die.
- You are going to sign a contract.
- You are involved in an employment dispute.
- You have been contacted by a debt collector.
- You don’t agree with how your insurance claim is being handled.