LawFilter: How can a person with poor grades and limited experience as an attorney find a good job? [more inside]
posted by Anonymous on Nov 25, 2008 - 10 answers

Please help me help my partner through his career crisis. And help me deal with it, too. [more inside]
posted by Work to Live on Sep 18, 2008 - 14 answers

I'm an attorney. My workplace has little or no formal training. The only time I learn things is when I do things wrong. Are there ways for me to avoid learning everything the hard way? [more inside]
posted by Anonymous on Sep 15, 2008 - 7 answers

How can I choose the best lawyer? [more inside]
posted by xanthippe on Aug 19, 2008 - 12 answers

How would you go about finding the best criminal defense attorney in your state?
posted by bricoleur on Jul 30, 2008 - 10 answers

I'm going to hire an attorney to settle a wrongful death claim in the state of Ohio, USA. I hope to reach a settlement rather than going to court. What percentage of my settlement should the attorney get? [more inside]
posted by Anonymous on Jul 1, 2008 - 8 answers

Can my great aunt make a $12,000 gift to me, my wife, and each of our two kids (for $48,000 total) without incurring the gift tax? [more inside]
posted by Duluth?! I Hardly Know Her! on May 4, 2008 - 12 answers

Can you recommend a tax attorney in Washington State? Business taxes (Department of Revenue), specifically - but any tax attorney you've had good experience with would be appreciated!
posted by whitelight on Apr 26, 2008 - 0 answers

What are the implications of buying an existing LLC in Massachusetts? [more inside]
posted by pikaboy202 on Jan 17, 2008 - 4 answers

Anyone know a good traffic attorney in New Hampshire? [more inside]
posted by wierdo on Jan 13, 2008 - 2 answers

[Law Job Filter] I don't have a lot of options, help me pick the one that is the least likely to ruin my career and make me default on my loans! [more inside]
posted by whoaali on Dec 9, 2007 - 23 answers

Should I seek an entry level job at a gym as an alternative to a short and brutish legal career? Would it be any better? [more inside]
posted by Anonymous on Oct 10, 2007 - 6 answers

Can anyone recommend an attorney in the Boston, MA area who specializes in family law (specifically involving parental visitation rights) and preferably offering a free consultation? I've looked through many directories, but my inherent distrust of lawyers seems to be getting in the way.
posted by Cat Pie Hurts on Aug 27, 2007 - 7 answers

I am currently a criminal defense attorney in rural Vermont, and my goal is to become the best trial lawyer I can be. Please recommend any books you think I should read, and offer any advice you have that will aid me.
posted by kellygreen on Jul 9, 2007 - 12 answers

Can anyone recommend a good, reasonably priced lawyer with a experience with intellectual property agreements? Specifically software, but maybe that's not so critical. My usual sources aren't being that much help. Anywhere in the U.S. would be fine, Michigan would be best of all. [more inside]
posted by EllenC on Jun 20, 2007 - 6 answers

I need a divorce lawyer in Richmond,VA [more inside]
posted by Anonymous on May 22, 2007 - 5 answers

Is it unreasonable to put a lawyer on a budget? [more inside]
posted by nakedcodemonkey on Jan 11, 2007 - 21 answers

A close relative was attacked, beaten and threatened at gunpoint, and the Sheriff and DA are protecting the attacker. How do we use litigation and/or publicity to force accountability? [more inside]
posted by univac on Nov 21, 2006 - 27 answers

What alternatives are there for a young, bored lawyer? [more inside]
posted by Anonymous on Sep 26, 2006 - 38 answers

Well, I've looked through other posts and took the advice to heart. Anybody have any recommendations for a divorce attorney in the San Francisco Bay Area? Preferably on the Peninsula.
posted by Daddio on May 21, 2006 - 4 answers

Green Card Filter - Affordable immigration lawyer who specializes in National Interest Waiver (NIW - EB2) category preferably with a track record? [more inside]
posted by lalochezia on May 5, 2006 - 4 answers

Can anybody provide a referral to a lawyer and/or an accountant with experience advising small businesses (internet based) in the start-up phase? I'm located in Los Angeles in the South Bay area. [more inside]
posted by willnot on Dec 13, 2005 - 2 answers

Can you provide a referral to a lawyer and/or an accountant with experience advising small businesses (internet based) in the start-up phase? I'm located in Los Angeles in the South Bay area. [more inside]
posted by willnot on Dec 1, 2005 - 1 answer