Real property lawyers and contracts

While a Realtor can give you guidance regarding real estate budgets and whether or not to buy a property, a real property lawyer can also be very useful when buying and dealing with real estate. When buying real estate, an experienced attorney can go over the paperwork and contracts, which can be very difficult to understand, and, if not properly explained, can lead to major difficulties after closing.

If you have already bought the property and are considering renovations, a real property attorney can help you with contracts or legal disputes with contractors and workers. In handling the contracts, the lawyer can help explain the procedures and the best course of action. If you are having a legal trouble with a contractor, a real property lawyer can evaluate your circumstances and give you guidance regarding the next steps.

When considering renting out the property, a real property lawyer can discuss how to go about the contracts with the potential tenant. In addition, if you are a landlord and have a dispute with a tenant, the lawyer can help you with that as well. 

Use the Riverside County Bar Association Lawyer Referral Services to match you with an experienced real property lawyer. If you have questions regarding meeting with an attorney, please do not hesitate to contact us.

If your matter is not in Riverside County, consider one of these alternative Lawyer Referral Services:

• Brooklyn Bar Association
• The Bar Association of San Francisco
• Chicago Bar Association

The materials in this blog are for informational purposes only, and are not guaranteed to be correct, complete, or current, and should not be relied on as legal advice. You should consult with a lawyer if you need help with a legal matter and not rely on anything you read on this blog or elsewhere on the web.

Why did the attorney not accept my case?

There is assumption among many people who seek legal representation that they are the ones in charge since they are paying the lawyer for his/her services. But, in reality, there are instances where the attorney may not take on your case. Just as you are not obligated to work with an attorney you meet with, the attorney is not obligated to take on every case. If an attorney does not accept your case, there may be very justifiable reasons for him/her to do so such as:

1. Lack of knowledge or experience – Just because a lawyer may be a personal injury lawyer, that doesn’t necessarily mean that he/she is well-versed in every aspect of that practice area. Legal areas are vast in nature, so there may be instances where the lawyer may not be able to address your specific needs. For instance, if you have a medical malpractice case that pertains to a birth injury, but the lawyer mainly focuses on elder abuse, that lawyer may not be the best lawyer for your case.
2. Conflict of interest – If the attorney knows or has a personal or professional relationship with the opposing side, he/she may have a bias against your case, ultimately harming your representation. For example, if you are suing a company that the lawyer has stocks in, he/she may be more hesitant to take on your case as the outcome may affect the lawyer’s relationship with the company.
3. Unworthy claim – There is a lot at stake when a lawyer takes on a case; therefore, they tend to take on cases that they believe will have a strong chance of obtaining a favorable result. That’s why it is extremely important to come prepared to your consultation with the lawyer so you can provide a sound claim for your case.
4. Strategy disagreements – Ultimately, if a lawyer agrees to take on a case, both you and lawyer must work together to see the end result. If the attorney has a strategy that you are not comfortable with, then the relationship may not be a good one.

Just because a lawyer may reject your case that does not mean that another lawyer will not represent you. At the same time, because there is a chance that a lawyer may not want to take the case, it is important to make sure you are very organized and prepared for your consultation.

You can follow the Riverside County Bar Association on Twitter to get updates regarding legal and lawyer referral service information.

Not in Riverside? Then try the Bar Association of San Francisco Lawyer Referral Service, Brooklyn Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service, or the Chicago Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service.

The materials in this blog are for informational purposes only, and are not guaranteed to be correct, complete, or current, and should not be relied on as legal advice. You should consult with a lawyer if you need help with a legal matter and not rely on anything you read on this blog or elsewhere on the web.

Do you need a criminal lawyer?

Facing any criminal accusation can be extremely daunting. Criminal charges range from misdemeanors to felonies, with the type and degree of punishments varying, depending on the nature of the crime. The aftermath of a criminal trial is devastating, not only to the convicted person, but his/her family as well. Therefore, selecting the right criminal lawyer is paramount when going through the legal process.

At the Riverside County LRS, we have prescreened criminal attorneys who have the necessary knowledge and experience to handle criminal cases. During your consultation, the lawyer can evaluate your situation and provide you with sound guidance regarding the next steps.

It’s important to be honest about your situation with your lawyer during the consultation. This will help him/her fully gauge your legal issue and how to proceed. Refraining from giving important information to the lawyer, regardless of how uncomfortable it may be, can be detrimental in the long run. Remember, everything that say to the lawyer, even if you decide to not work with him/her, will remain confidential and cannot be repeated without your consent.

Use the Riverside County Bar Association Lawyer Referral Services to match you with an experienced lawyer. If you have questions regarding meeting with an attorney, please do not hesitate to contact us.

If you are not in Riverside County, there are other bar associations that offer Lawyer Referral Services such as the Bar Association of San Francisco, Chicago Bar Association, and Brooklyn Bar Association.

The materials in this blog are for informational purposes only, and are not guaranteed to be correct, complete, or current, and should not be relied on as legal advice. You should consult with a lawyer if you need help with a legal matter and not rely on anything you read on this blog or elsewhere on the web.