3 Reasons to have a family attorney

This post is sponsored by Diamond Bloggers. All opinions expressed are my own.

 

While I love a good joke about lawyers as much as the next person, often these jokes are without merit. As most lawyers are honest and knowledgeable professionals that look out for the best interest of their clients. No different than doctors or accountants they are professionals with important services to provide.

While most of us don’t think twice about having a family doctor or keeping a handyman on speed dial, many people feel that having a lawyer is a sign that someone is either looking for trouble or doing something risky that might make them more likely to have legal problems.

Generally, most ex[pect to never have need of such services. But often times having an established relationship with an experienced family attorney prevents problems from forming entirely. Such as buying a home, when getting married, adoption services, establishing an LLC, venturing into business, protecting your savings, or personal injury claims . Especially if you are a parent who is responsible for the care, estate, and general welfare of others.

For these reasons and more, there are several reasons for you to consider why it is a great idea to get a family lawyer today:

1. They’re Affordable

One of the big reasons that people avoid talking with an attorney is cost. While lawyers do charge different rates and some can be very draining on the wallet, most are actually very reasonable. In fact, you can probably find a very capable attorney for a lower hourly rate than your doctor or even a licensed plumber.

With many attorneys likely providing free consultations prior to collecting retainers for services. In those consultations, they will talk with you about your situation and provide some idea of how they can help and how much it will cost. Eliminating the risk in talking with an attorney and trying to build a relationship with one.

2. Lawyers Provide Prevention

Most people think of attorneys as people who fix problems but most of the work that they do is preventative. Whether it’s reviewing contracts, writing up agreements, filing paperwork or making sure that their client is compliant with the law. Attorneys represent the interest of their clients and those interests are best served by keeping them out of legal trouble. Not just merely defending them when they are in the middle of it.

Having a lawyer that can read your contracts, keep up your business filings, and guide you through any paperwork you may have can go a long way to preventing legal problems saves you a great deal of money and headache down the road.

3. Your Competitors Have Attorneys

If you’re signing a contract to work with another company, chances are that they had an attorney write it for them and prepare it with their interests in mind. If someone you’re negotiating or competing with has an attorney working with them and you don’t, that puts you at a disadvantage.

Having a knowledgeable attorney in your corner makes this process all the more seamless in nature. And in terms of business negotiations can also act as a powerful contact. A good lawyer is a great place get contact information for other professionals, informally and formally. For all your business needs.

While you might not need to visit a lawyer every six months or even yearly, you should establish a relationship with one as soon as you can and see about stopping by every time your situation changes. Routine stuff such as minor car accidents, contracts, and wills and estate planning.

So take the opportunity to seek one out. Most likely, you’ve been putting off some legally-oriented task for a while to make it a late New Year’s resolution to get it done and, along the way, establish a relationship with a legal professional that can help you a great deal down the road.

For readers in the Tampa area, especially those seek a personal injury attorney in Tampa, or perhaps you need a Tampa Car Accident Attorney, you have numerous resources available to you. Because when you need your lawyer, you’ll be glad that you met them when you did.

Now friends, do you have a family attorney to handle your personal affairs or personal injury claims at home? Share your experiences below!