Many people wonder when they first need to purchase legal services how much the average hourly billing rate for a lawyer is. The answer, like many things law, is that it varies. The most drastic factors are experience of the attorney, location (i.e. small town or big city), and the level of expertise needed for [...]
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As noted throughout this blog, overbilling in the legal profession is common. This is partially because overworked lawyers are common. What happens when these two phenomenon collide? More hours billed in a day than are possible. It appears some lawyers fool themselves into thinking that they actually work more than they exist. One ohio attorney [...]
In the increasingly global economy, it is not uncommon for business disputes to involve international witnesses. Depositions (the obtaining of witness testimony) in foreign countries requires meticulous planning and strict compliance with immigration and treaty requirements, not to mention a knowledge of local practices. This can raise your legal fees astronomically. The following are some [...]
Many new business owners and entrepreneurs have trouble determining when to file suit. It is easy to be angered by a vendor or salesperson who did you wrong, but pursuing claims against these people may not always be the best course. You should always critically examine whether litigation is a good business decision for [...]
Despite what friends might say to save their egos, divorce is never easy or pleasant. There is no need to make it even less pleasant by spending more than you should on divorce legal fees. Below are seven tips on saving money and legal fees in your divorce. 1. Get a Pre-nup. If you are [...]
07/05/2010
Did you know that some attorneys charge more than 300 dollars an hour? If you have an attorney that is charging you that much, you have to reassess your legal fees. You can get an affordable attorney that can provide you with the same level of legal expertise if you follow these simple steps. Shop [...]