As an executive coach, I encourage everyone to implement reflective listening as a tool not only in one's professional life, but in his/her personal life as well. Practice doing it, and soon it will become a habit. It will help set you apart as a truly skilled attorney!Reflective Listening: A Key Skill for a Lawyer By: Kendra Brodin About the Author Kendra Brodin, MSW, JD is author of the Happy In Law blog found at...more
The criminal charges against Troopers Lawyer and Firko result from a shooting that happened after they responded to an accident on July 20, 2010 in Grand Junction, Colorado. The 911 emergency caller reporting the accident reported that a pickup truck had crashed into the yard of a residential home and three intoxicated men were trying to leave the scene. When Troopers Lawyer and Firko arrived to the address reported in the emergency call, the...more
So you want to be a lawyer! Join the club. Im just kidding. About 1 in 250 people are lawyers, which isnt that many (or is it)? But there are a lot of people like you, and most of them want to become lawyers for a lot of wrong reasons. Here are some of the right ones.1. Money: Its a gas. You make a lot. Sure its hard work, but whats not in this life? Expect 60 hour work weeks to begin with, and theres plenty more where that came from. Want to take a vacation? Ive heard of lawyers who have their work sent to them every morning while theyre away. While working at a large law firm will be grueling, you will make a lot of money. Its likely that you will have an overwhelming amount of debt from law school, and working in a big firm will help you pay it off faster.2. Communication Master: You will be reading, writing, listening and speaking like a wise man in no time. Or about five years, if youre just getting ready to apply to law school.3. Passion: Most lawyers eventually develop a passion for the law, and justice. Passion is a key to happiness, and Im not talking about your significant other. If you love what you do, you will be able to channel creativity and individuality into your...more
How Much Money Can I Put into My IRA or Employer-Sponsored Retirement Plan?All types of IRAs and employer-sponsored retirement plans are subject to annual contribution limits set by the federal government. The limits are generally adjusted periodically to compensate for inflation and the increase in the cost of living.IRAsFor the 2010 tax year, you...more
What costs are involved in using a Solicitor in Southport?When engaging a lawyer, there is the expectation that their experience and skill, the resources and time allocated to a legal issue, and the expected result will be paid for. The Queensland Law Society has fact sheets to explain your rights and obligations when instructing a...more
If you are a lawyer by profession then you must have an idea about the lawyers firms. But if you are new to this field and you want to enter this profession then you might want to know about various things related to this career.Lots of students are interested in a legal career these days. Some lawyers practice individually while the others work for particular law firms. A firm is actually a business entity which is formed by a single or more than one lawyer.The firms provide proper legal advices to their clients which is their primary duty. The advice they provide is regarding the legal responsibilities as well as the rights of their clients. Other than this, they also represent their clients in criminal as well as civil cases.Other than this, they also help them in business transactions as well as other matters where legal assistance is necessary. There are different types of lawyers firms available these days. You must make sure you choose the form according to your requirement.Attorney firms have become very popular these days because of the kind of service they provide. The kind of firm an individual or a group can form depends on the jurisdiction under which it practices. It...more
It is said that the job of a lawyer is one of the most respectable ones. Lots of students are interested in law and they look for the lawyers job once they become a graduate in law.Some even choose to go for the higher studies so that they can work...more
If it looks like you'll need to work in retirement, at least for a while, choose an endeavor you enjoy to keep yourself motivated. This article gives you an approach to finding a job you want.Whether you're just beginning retirement or have...more
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When it comes to the point where you need legal services, you are more than likely going to be confused and anxious, and you may have difficulty making the kind of decisions that will affect your future. Divorce is traumatic, which is why you will...more
There are even circumstances where both of the parties involved may use the services of the same divorce lawyer if the divorce is uncontested. This is not the best of ideas, though. It is much better for each party to have their own lawyer. Your...more