Business Law: Essential Legal Information for Small Business Owners
June 4, 2009
For Legal Issues, Always Hire an Expert.
In the long run it takes an attorney less time to research the issue as they deal with these issues daily. If you do not know a lawyer who specializes in the legal issue you need help with contact the local Bar Association for a referral. In most cases you will get a free hour of consultation so that you can determine if the lawyer can help you and if you have a comfort level.
- Always interview more than one lawyer for any case.
- Always get a price for services in advance and always cap legal fees if possible.
- Never pay a retainer unless absolutely necessary.
- If possible get legal services on a contingency basis.
Always know that if the lawyer wins or loses he/she gets paid. Each situation is different do your homework and understand all the options that you have.
Wishing you business success!
Julie Brander, New Haven SCORE
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3 Comments Leave a Comment
1. Business Lawyer, Atlanta &hellip | June 7, 2009 at 1:11 AM
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julie | July 4, 2009 at 8:46 AM
you are welcome I am glad you found this information useful
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