Whether you realize it or not, most lawyer fees are negotiable. Lawyers in California who offer their services on a contingency fee basis must disclose to a new client that their contingency fees are negotiable. Now, that doesn't mean the lawyer you're meeting with is required to agree to the percentage you suggest, but it does mean that you have the right to suggest a fee that is different (lower) that what the lawyer is requesting that you pay...
Monday, May 31, 2010
Saturday, May 29, 2010
Get it in Writing
Make sure your attorney confirms all important recommendations, opinions, and promises in writing.
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
Go to the Bar to Find a Good Lawyer...
Many consumers do not know where to start when it comes to finding an experienced attorney. Here's one method we highly recommend, especially if you need a lawyer in another town or state. Listen to the audio and let us know what you think!
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
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About Me
- Jon Mitchell Jackson
- Jon Mitchell Jackson was recently named Orange County Trial Lawyer of the Year by the Orange County Trial Lawyers Association. Mitch is the founding partner and Senior Litigation Partner of Jackson and Wilson, Inc., a top AV rated firm by Martindale-Hubbell. The firm is also listed in the Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, an exclusive listing reserved for the best law firms in the United States. This recent award follows several earlier recognitions naming Mitch a Southern California Super Lawyer and, awarding a rating of 10.0 or Superb by the national AVVO lawyer rating system. Mitch has also served as a Judge Pro Tem, arbitrator, and mediator, with the Orange County Superior Court and in his spare time, enjoys Rotary International. Mitch has obtained numerous multimillion dollar verdicts and settlements for his clients and is a multiple time member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum (membership limited to those attorneys having obtained million dollar plus verdicts and settlements). Mitch invites potential clients, existing clients, family and friends to enjoy this blog and to benefit and share this valuable information.
