WHEN DO I NEED A LAWYER?

Timely legal advice can resolve problems or prevent problems from occurring. For example, a lawyer can assist when starting a business or signing a contract which will have a major financial impact. Generally, you will need a lawyer when being sued or charged with a crime. Consider hiring a lawyer:

-	before you sign a contract with a major financial impact on you,
-	when starting a business or forming a corporation, partnership or limited liability company,
-	before you buy or sell real estate,
-	if you are involved in an accident resulting in injury to one or more persons or damage to property,
-	when you need to have a will or trust drafted or plan your estate,
-	if you are involved in a divorce, domestic relations issue or an adoption,
-	if you are arrested and charged with a crime,
-	if you have a lawsuit filed against you or you wish to file a lawsuit against someone else.

These are just some of the instances in which a lawyer's services can benefit you. Whenever possible, you should see a lawyer at an early stage of a legal issue.