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What Is the Difference Between a Lawyer and an Attorney?

People often use the terms lawyer and attorney interchangeably, but did you know there are differences? This article will explain what you need to know.

10 Questions for an Elder Law Attorney

Many concerns and questions can arise as we grow older. In the last decade or so, a new category of law has emerged that specializes in helping retirees answer their questions and learn their rights. Here, 10 questions for an elder law attorney.

3 Warning Signs That Your Lawyer's No Good

We all have different tastes, and varying notions of what makes a thing great. Some of us tend to the simple yet sophisticated, while others are into ostentation and flair. Just like there is no one way to be well-dressed...

Top 10 Mistakes Made When Hiring a Lawyer

Hiring a lawyer is an intensive process. You will often hear people complaining about their relationship with their attorney. Issues can be circumvented if you make a concerted effort to avoid the following common mistakes when hiring an attorney. Not checking a lawyer's area of expertise. Some attorneys can do well outside of their area of expertise, but many do not know the nuances in other areas of the law. Therefore, if you need a contract lawyer, do not hire a divorce attorney…

How to Build Better Retirement Plans

Three experts from Morningstar offer their ideas on how to increase retirement savings.

Real Estate Law: Important Things You Should Know

Real estate law deals with a broad range of legal issues including real estate sale disputes, adverse possession, title and boundary disputes, and much more. Real estate transactions typically include the purchasing and selling of property, foreclosure, and disputes between landlords and tenants. It

Real Estate Law: As property co-owners, common ground can be hard to find

The creator of the idiom “what’s mine is yours…” likely didn’t co-own property with another person. Real property is often owned by two or more persons as tenants in common, each owning an undivide…

Should Investors Have a Real Estate Attorney?

Having a real estate lawyer is a wise choice to provide valuable assistance and general advice for anything throughout the fix and flip process that investors may be unclear about, according to a recent report from RealtyTrac<br>According to the report, there are five specific problem areas that investors would benefit from having legal counsel in. These include: creating entity documents, reviewing loan documents, evaluating purchase…

Do real estate laws apply to remodeling projects?

Do real estate laws apply to remodeling projects? - Zoning and Permitting - Seder &amp; Chandler, LLP

Do I Need a Real Estate Attorney for a Property Boundary Dispute?

We discuss a few critical things to keep in mind in deciding whether you need a real estate attorney for a property boundary dispute.

Why Use a Real Estate Attorney?

A real estate attorney is helpful for anyone buying a home. Here is information on what they do, what to use them for, and how to find an attorney.

What Does a Real Estate Attorney Do?

When you are buying a home, you might need a real estate attorney. This could be necessary for your state’s

Torrance Estate Attorney: How to Leave a Gift for a Minor Child

Torrance estate attorney Christine Brown discusses the right and wrong way to leave a assets to a minor child in your estate plan.

Do I Really Need a Real Estate Attorney?

A question I commonly encounter is why a buyer or seller needs an attorney’s assistance for the sale, purchase, or refinancing of property. A title company ensures that the title to a piece of r

3 Simple Questions You Should Ask An Estate Attorney (And We Have The Answers)

Do You Need a Real Estate Attorney to Help Close Your Home Purchase? Let's Take a Look

June 2, 2015<br>When buying a new home, you may have a close eye focused on your budget and expenses, and your goal may be to keep related expenses to a minimum. However, you may also be well aware that a real estate purchase is a legal transaction, and you may be wondering if you need to pay for legal services from a real estate attorney. With a closer look, you can make a better decision that is right for your home buying…

Why You Need a Real Estate Attorney When Buying or Selling a House

Buying a home isn't the same as many other purchases you might make. Ownership is legally changed from the seller to the buyer, and there's a lot of documentation and contracts involved with that. Because buying a house is more complicated it is often better to use an attorney for real estate purchases. Whether you are buying or selling, a real estate lawyer should ensure your interests are protected. Even though buying a property will result in a lot of fees, an attorney…

5 Tips To Find The Right Real Estate Attorney For Your Needs

By Bill Gassett Finding the right real estate attorney can be daunting, especially when you are not from the area you're living in. However, with the right tips, you can make it much more straightfor...