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A family law attorney primarily deals with family-related issues, as well as domestic relations. The majority of family law attorneys place their focus on representing clients in situations of divorce, and the issues related to divorce, such as: the division of marital property, alimony, and child custody and support. In addition, family law attorneys draft prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, and litigate related matters. In domestic violence situations, family law attorneys represent victims or perpetrators in civil protection order proceedings and defend clients accused of domestic violence in said criminal proceedings. Some other areas of family law include: adoption, guardianship, juvenile delinquency, and child abuse and neglect situations.
Homeowners Association law directly relates to the creation and enforcement of organizations, their rules that manage said community associations, and help to maintain their appearance and value. Legal action of the homeowners association may be enforced through the threat of levying fines, and/or private legal action under civil law.
The purpose of a real estate attorney is to be equipped and prepare documents relating to real estate, such as: Purchase agreements, mortgage documents, title documents, and transfer documents. In most cases requiring a real estate transaction attorney, the attorney will provide legal guidance for individuals relating to the purchase or sale of real property.
When one, or both, parties to a contract claim there has been a breach in said contract, early resolution of the disagreement can prevent legal fees and court costs. Some cases require litigation, in which the choice of an accomplished and experienced attorney is critical.
The job of a personal injury lawyer, is to help individuals who’ve sustained injuries in accidents to recover financial compensation. These funds are needed in order for the injured to pay for medical treatments, make up for lost wages, and provide compensation for the injuries sustained in the accident.
Due to the fact that Utah has some of the strictest laws in the nation when it comes to marijuana possession, which is why it is so important to hire an experienced attorney with a successful track record and extensive experience dealing with marijuana possession charges.
A DUI lawyer is an expert in the specific DUI laws pertaining to the state in which he practices. According to the United States Supreme Court, a criminal defense attorney should, whenever possible, always do the following:
- Regardless of whether you’re innocent or guilty, the single most important role of a DUI defense attorney is to prevent the conviction of his client.
- Assist his client in defending their rights and reputation against any evidence the prosecution may plan on presenting.
- Ensure his client is equipped for trial, by preparing a defense argument that the client is both comfortable and confident about presenting in court.
The components involved in the role of a criminal defense attorney include performing research to investigate facts, examine and question witnesses, analyze the prosecutor’s case, formulate a plea, evaluate all potential sentences (this includes assessing the likelihood of being awarded such a sentence, given the particular judge assigned to rule over the case), go over search and seizure procedures and gather evidence. In addition to the legal aspect, defense counsel may also provide personal services by explaining the reality of all possible outcomes, and by supporting the defendant when/if they experience frustration, humiliation, and fear – all common reactions resulting from being thrown into the criminal justice system. Keep in mind, if no plea deal can be made, the criminal defense lawyer will represent the defendant at trial.
The majority of successful trial lawyers will agree that most cases have already “won” or “lost” before the trial ever begins. It is the pretrial process (in which facts and evidence is gathered, theories developed, witnesses are interviewed and deposed, and various motions are filed, argued, and decided by the judge) that takes the most time and effort for civil litigation attorneys (known as “litigators”). Litigation consists of preparing cases for trial, then presenting those cases at trial and conducting appeals if necessary. It is important to realize that 90% of all civil cases are settled without having to go to trial.