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Dealing with Legal Advocates Effectively

Filipiniana News   -  May 2012 Rhyme and Reason Please pardon the seemingly self-serving topic, but I thought that it may be worth further discussion in the interest of assisting those who may be in urgent need of a legal advocate but are very hesitant to approach one.    For many of us, there would come a point in our lives when we, or a family member, will require the services of a lawyer, paralegal or legal consultant (collectively referred to as  “legal advocates”).   Justifiably or not, many are apprehensive about working with legal advocates. This article is meant to provide some guidance towards reducing if not eliminating such apprehensions.  As in most everything else, achieving a good and satisfying relationship with a legal advocate involves a two-way process.   If you are thinking of consulting with or retaining a legal advocate’s services, here are a few tips that could hopefully make the experience a positive one.  First of all, your choice of a legal a