In addition to a Bachelor of Laws degree, becoming a criminal lawyer requires several years of legal education. In addition, candidates must earn board certification from the National Board of Legal Specialty Certification, a nonprofit organization accredited by the American Bar Association. Criminal lawyers must have superior oral and written advocacy skills, as well as strong research, investigative, and analytical […]

If you’ve been served with a divorce petition and the other party has yet to respond, you have two options. You can serve the divorce petition without service or dispense with service. In either case, you need to submit the answer to the divorce petition within 21 days of the date of acknowledgement of service. Whether you use an online […]

Before hiring a divorce attorney, you should understand how this legal professional will approach your case. While some lawyers offer free consultations, it is best to plan for the meetings. Meeting with an attorney will allow you to discuss your expectations and your goals, and find out how he or she will handle the various issues involved. Make sure you […]