Pro se litigation refers to an individual representing themselves in a court proceeding. While it’s recommended one have a seasoned attorney speak on their behalf, there are cases when a plaintiff or defendant believes they can fight their case without legal help. And it’s not an uncommon practice. Pro se is common in cases involving…
As unlicensed or licensed medical practitioners, you are forced to work with the fear of the law. This fear is even worse if you practice alternative medicine. Medical practice regulators, medical boards, and law enforcement agencies are always at your doors with accusations and threats of investigation. But, what if I told you that there…
Anyone convicted of a crime has a legal recourse, a strategic criminal reversal. The process begins with an appeal to a higher court in which that court reviews the lower court’s decision. This is a complex legal matter and can be frustrating for a plaintiff, especially if they are sitting in jail awaiting a decision….
Asset protection encompasses the strategies used to safeguard wealth. It’s an element of sound financial planning that protects assets from creditors. The solution is utilized by individuals and business entities specifically to limit creditor access to certain assets. This is done while operating within the bounds of laws applying to the debtor-creditor relationship. The Principles…
A living trust is a legal document. Its purpose is to place assets in an account — a trust — for use by yourself or others. The basis for accessing assets will be instructions set by the trust owner. What Can I Put in a Living Trust? A living trust can hold almost any type…
You’ve probably heard that it’s a horrible idea to try to represent yourself in court. Your right to defend yourself is guaranteed by the U.S Constitution, but self-representation, or “Pro-Se” representation, is generally considered a mistake since non-lawyers lack the skills and latitude to represent themselves effectively in court. We agree that representing yourself alone…
Often, people think of estate planning as something reserved for wealthy individuals and families. In reality, estate planning is helpful for almost everyone. It’s not a one-size-fits-all solution, and ProAdvocate can help you identify the tools and plans that best fit your unique needs. Similar to a will, living trusts are a mechanism by which…
In civil cases, like landlord/tenant, tax, and business, there is no “right” to an attorney. That used to mean that if you found yourself in a civil suit, you had to either represent yourself with no knowledge of the law, or alternatively find an attorney. Attorneys can cost thousands in legal fees. Most will only…
If you feel you’ve been found guilty of a crime in error, you’ll want to reverse those criminal charges. Courts, however, rarely overturn lower court decisions even when accidents happen. Most errors are deemed harmless by the court though the charges won’t seem harmless to you. To overturn a criminal charge, you will need someone…