Since the structure of payment to one’s attorney is created by contract, the number of different kinds of fee structures can be as vast as the circumstances merit. While the variations can be extensive regarding the method of calculating the costs of representation, there are still primarily three main types of attorney fee structures. [..]
What does a paralegal do? As a paralegal at Bethune Enright, PLLC, sometimes I am asked what my job entails. The answer can differ, depending on a state’s rules and regulations. To start answering the question let’s first define what a paralegal is. A paralegal is defined by the American Bar Association (ABA) as: Paralegal: [..]
Why does your attorney want a peek at your diary? At Bethune Enright, we think it’s important for clients to keep diaries. Here’s why… When you hear that word do you get the same picture in your head? A young girl, probably about ten years old, lying on her bed with her feet up in [..]
Your first step might be walking through the door into our office. Or you might give us a call, after browsing our website. There are many ways you can initiate a client-attorney relationship with a law firm. Once a relationship is established, many firms commonly conduct an interview. Your face-to-face interview will often be with [..]
If you’re a landowner who has a pipeline easement, or you’re currently considering a pipeline easement on your property, here are essential questions every landowner should ask, or at least be aware of… 1.Are you insured? The first inquiry to the company should be what kind of insurance they carry as it relates to your [..]
Let’s be honest here, we all have those dusty, ragged old ghosts hiding in our closets. They may or may not be something that you need to share with your attorney. If you’re not sure if something could/will/may affect your case just ask! Once an attorney represents you (typically this is made clear by signing [..]