How do lawyers drag out court cases?
How do lawyers drag out court cases? In some respects, the ways are limited only by the power of one’s imagination, but the most common ways I have experienced in…
Should I pay my lawyer to talk to the attorney of the other party? He spent 3 hours last week responding to 12 emails from the other lawyer and I need to pay him for this time. At this rate I my lawyer will become a secretary and I will be bankrupt.
Should I pay my lawyer to talk to the attorney of the other party? He spent 3 hours last week responding to 12 emails from the other lawyer and I…
Why is my lawyer ignoring me?
Why is my lawyer ignoring me? There are many possible reasons. Lawyers are notorious for being hard to reach and for being unresponsive and nonresponsive. If you aren’t paying your…
Do lawyers ever regret helping a client or obtaining a particular judgment?
Do lawyers ever regret helping a client or obtaining a particular judgment? Yes, yes, of course. We all know that there are plenty of lawyers who will prostitute their professional skills for money…
S.B. 122 passes, despite opposition from the State Bar Family Law Section.
S.B. 122 passes, despite transparently self-serving and disingenuous opposition from the State Bar Family Law Section. The Family Law Section's stated opposition to the first iteration of S.B. 122 and…
Why do attorneys often use the title Esquire in their business cards and letterheads?
Why do attorneys often use the title Esquire in their business cards and letterheads? Because those kinds of attorneys are conceited and pretentious. There's a great article about this on…
Why do attorneys often use the title Esquire in their business cards and letterheads?
Why do attorneys often use the title "Esquire" in their business cards and letterheads? Because those kinds of attorneys are conceited and pretentious. Get Over Yourself And Stop Calling Yourself…
Are all lawyers psychopaths? What is it like to be a divorce lawyer?
Are all lawyers psychopaths? No, although social science research repeatedly finds that law is one of the top professions to which psychopaths are drawn (it’s #1 or #2 on most…
Why is it difficult for a father to get child custody?
Why is it difficult for a father to get child custody? Because there is a pernicious and false belief in far too many of the courts (not, notably, in society…
If I can’t find an attorney, can it honestly be said I got a fair trial?
If I can’t find an attorney, can it honestly be said I got a fair trial? If a person seeks legal representation in a court, and every attorney they tries…
What are the Steps for Getting Divorced in Utah?
What are the Steps for Getting Divorced in Utah? To start the divorce process, you must begin by filing what is called a complaint or a petition for divorce with…
I’ve never seen a GAL or custody evaluator add value equal to the fees they charge
I've never seen a GAL or custody evaluator add value equal to the fees they charge This post is the fourteenth in series of 15 posts on the subject of…
Does having the judge interview the children traumatize the children?
Does having the judge interview the children traumatize the children? This post is the second in series of 15 posts on the subject of custody evaluations and the appointment…
What are some things that profitable attorneys do differently?
What are some things that profitable attorneys do differently? One thing that many do: sell false hope. Utah Family Law, LC | divorceutah.com | 801-466-9277 https://www.quora.com/What-are-some-things-that-profitable-attorneys-do-differently/answer/Eric-Johnson-311
Utah Divorce Case Timeline Summary
Utah Divorce Case Timeline Summary The greatest influence on how long a divorce case takes is usually how much and how severely the parties fight over the issues. The more…
The easy mediocre vs. the hard excellence: I hate this restaurant
Today’s post features Seth Godin’s blog (the link to his blog post is provided below). After you read it, ask yourself whether can you guess why this Seth Godin blog…
Why do lawyers like to handle large divorce settlements?
Why do lawyers like to handle large divorce settlements? The more complex and acrimonious the case and/or the more there is at stake, the more work there is to do.…
How can I talk to a lawyer when I don’t have money to pay for one?
How can I talk to a lawyer when I don't have money to pay for one? Most jurisdictions have resources for consulting an attorney, even receiving certain kinds of legal…
How can I talk to a lawyer when I don’t have money to pay for one?
How can I talk to a lawyer when I don't have money to pay for one? Most jurisdictions have resources for consulting an attorney, even receiving certain kinds of legal…
Are prenuptial agreements used only to avoid divorce settlements?
Are prenuptial agreements used only to avoid divorce settlements? Prenuptial agreements are used primarily to avoid the expense, the misery, and the waste of time divorce actions can (and usually…
Why do people need legal advisors if all the laws can be found on the Internet?
Why do people need legal advisors (I'm not referring to litigators) if all the laws can be found on the Internet? Good question, and the answer is simple and clear:…
Do lawyers write down their arguments in full, or just have brief notes?
Do lawyers write down their arguments in full, or just have brief notes? It depends upon the lawyer. And there are lawyers who use either or both methods to present…
Is there a way to find an attorney’s win-loss record?
Is there a way to find an attorney's win-loss record? A way to find out the percentage of cases won by an attorney? Yes, but . . . Yes, but…
How can I calm my nerves?
How can I calm my nerves? I hired an attorney to help with my child custody case against my BPD ex. I’m so scared of what he will do when…
What do real lawyers think about the principles in the TV show “Suits”?
What do real lawyers think about the principles in the TV show Suits? As in all walks of life, there are those who are scrupulously honest and decent, and there…
Are all lawyers super poor?
Are all lawyers super poor? No, but lawyers aren’t as rich as popular culture believes. I think I can speak for all lawyers when I tell you that one thing…
I hired an attorney. I’m so scared how my ex will react.
How can I calm my nerves? I hired an attorney to help with my child custody case against my BPD ex. I’m so scared of what he will do when…
If we agree on our divorce terms, do we need attorneys?
If we agree on our divorce terms, do we need attorneys? In a less complicated divorce, where each party has already agreed to the split of assets, do they each…
Should I review the proposed settlement agreement with my own lawyer?
In a less complicated divorce, where each party has already agreed to the split of assets, do they each need to hire their own attorney, and why or why not?…
Is being a divorce lawyer miserable?
Is being a divorce lawyer miserable? Miserable? Can be (and is) for some divorce attorneys, but for me it’s chronically discouraging. Sure, the human pain and betrayal to which we are…
Do Pro Se Divorce Parties Succeed?
Do Pro Se Divorce Parties Succeed? Do you know of anyone who decided to represent themselves pro se when the other party had an attorney in a family law case,…
Have any tips for representing yourself in family court?
Have any tips for representing yourself in family court? Do you have a success story as a pro se litigant? First, my answer comes from the perspective of a divorce…
Do I have a chance in divorce court without a lawyer? Do I really need one?
A chance? Sure. You have a chance. And you have a chance of winning the lottery, just not a very good chance of it. You may not want to read…
Are family law and divorce attorneys working during the Coronavirus?
Are family law and divorce attorneys working during the Coronavirus? Yes, at least we are here in Utah, where I practice. Courts have done a fairly good job of holding…
Lawyers, what’s the most annoying thing TV and Hollywood get wrong?
Lawyers, what is the most annoying thing that TV and Hollywood get wrong in legal movies and TV shows? Presenting the legal profession as though lawyers and judges never make…
COVID-19 just created a buyer’s market, if you need an attorney
COVID-19 just created a buyer's market, if you need an attorney. The Utah legal market for lawyers of every kind will soon be a big-time buyer's market. Why? The Utah…
Do opposing attorneys ever make bets on how a judge will rule?
Do opposing attorneys ever make bets on how a judge will rule? Yes, but usually in the sense of, “I’ll bet you Judge Brown won’t allow that in,” or something…
What are some reasons for offering pro bono legal services?
While I provide some pro bono assistance (but not exclusively), I don’t like providing most kinds of pro bono legal services. I know I’m not alone in feeling this way.…
Do lawyers still actually consult law books, or just have them display?
Do lawyers still actually consult law books, or look things up on computers and have the books for display? Books are becoming more and more irrelevant as computers become more…
Can all attorneys refer to themselves as “esquire”?
Yes, but it’s silly. There any many explanations as to why, but this is among the better ones: Get Over Yourself and Stop Calling Yourself ‘Esquire’ Utah Family Law, LC…
Do lawyers always like the clients they represent?
No. Some attorneys will represent anything that pays them, no matter how repulsive they are, some attorneys find themselves stuck with the occasional client they don’t like. Some attorneys claim…
Are lawyers good at lying or attempting to deceive their clients?
Generally, yes. That does not, however, mean that just because a lawyer can deceive a client that he or she will deceive the client. Are there lawyers who deceive their clients? Yes. Do all…
As a lawyer, have you ever kept a case going just to make more money (churning)?
As a lawyer, have you ever kept a case going just to make more money? No, but there are certainly plenty of lawyers who do such a thing. Client beware.…
How competitive are lawyers with each other outside of the courtroom?
Lawyers (whether divorce lawyers or otherwise) are about as competitive inside the courtroom as outside the courtroom and vice versa. The work is competitive whether you're in court or not.…
What are you tired of explaining when it comes to lawyers?
Nothing. When I am tempted to feel irritated over the questions people ask about lawyers and legal matters, I remember that the questions--though recurring--aren’t being asked by the same person…
Is it normal for your attorney to ignore your calls or answer your questions?
Is it normal for attorneys of a law firm who have taken on your case to never return your calls regarding any questions, concerns, or updates that you have regarding…
Why do some lawyers have “PC” after their name?
“PC” stands for “professional corporation”. Many law firms choose to be formed as professional corporations, instead of as partnerships, because the corporate structure provides some protections to the shareholders against…
Is being kind a weakness if you want to be in the legal profession?
Yes, kindness is perceived as weakness among lawyers in many ways. And there are circumstances where kindness (or what may be thought of as kindness) would be an inappropriate response…
How Do You Handle Requests for Pro Bono Help?
How do you handle calls at your law office from people who ask if you would do legal work for them pro bono? All of us, no matter what our…
Why do most law firms have near the perfect Google review scores?
Because most of them game the ratings system. Oh who am I kidding?; those lawyers/law firms with perfect Google review scores all game the ratings systems. Utah Family Law, LC…