When it comes to working in the legal field that is not performed by a lawyer, there are two professions that come to mind. A paralegal and a legal secretary are the other two most common jobs you will see in a lawyer’s office or firm. The answer to the question is it worth going …
Have you ever wanted to be a lawyer, or do you consider yourself a fan of the law? Not me. However, I enjoy listening to attorneys, judges, prosecutors, and the defense dissecting the law. Sometimes, I don’t understand a thing of what they say. In this article, I want to dive into this question: do …
The terms “lawyers,” “attorneys,” and “paralegals” get bantered around as if there is no difference. Then some countries use the terms “barrister” and “solicitor.” Lastly, there are “legal assistants” and “legal secretaries.” What do all these terms mean? Are they essentially the same? For example, is there a difference between a lawyer and a paralegal? Lawyers …
I have had a long love affair with the law. It started when I was an undergrad, and I had a professor trained in the Greek and Roman Classics who introduced me to the writings of the Roman lawyer, orator, and politician Cicero. Reading Cicero made me understand what the law is and why it …
For a quick second, think about the hardest yet most crucial jobs out there in the world. Nurses and lawyers are high up on that list. They’re the worker bees that keep the foundational components of our society functional and fully operational. Are you reading this because you want to know how the working conditions …
The working conditions for lawyers haven’t changed much over the decades. You’re still going to work incredibly long hours. Yes, technology has increased workspace mobility to access legal information. However, you still have to put in the 50+ hours a week. Curious to know how these conditions change across lawyers’ specializations? Depending on the lawyer’s …
Introduction In these challenging economic times, starting a business has become a necessity for countless individuals. Whether you’ve lost your job or are looking to create a new venture to earn a living or have been in business for a while, you need to ensure to take the necessary steps to safeguard your business. As …
For many entrepreneurs in the US, starting a business formation may take tremendous effort. With so many hoops to jump before you see your business fully incorporated, you may be tempted to give up. However, with incorporation companies in place to help you with the paperwork, your incorporation journey may be as easy as a …
Establishing any business entity in the US can be a daunting task. There is a lot of paperwork to be filed and information to be provided to achieve compliance. The situation doesn’t get better if you have no one to help you navigate through the process. You may require the help of an attorney, but …
A few years ago, businesses were a reserve of a chosen few. Only a few people owned businesses, not because they wouldn’t love to, but because of the challenges associated with starting one. Coming up with a business idea is easy, but getting the capital to start the business with documentation and licenses might challenge …
Introduction In the era we are in, registration of any business entity in the US shouldn’t be a headache to any business owner. Understanding the process involved in handling the paperwork is all you need. There are many business formation service providers all over to help you with your business registration. The online incorporation service …
Introduction Running a well-established business seems easy until you hear what new business owners have to say. The process is tedious, with a lot of paperwork that needs filing for you to achieve compliance. You need to understand business jargon to be able to file the correct documents. Today, things have been simplified by technology, …
Before the birth of the internet, the company formation services involved pure physical paperwork. A business owner needed an attorney to guide you through, especially if you were new with the process. The attorney would guide you on how to draft the documents and provide legal advice too. Then, you would submit them to the …
Introduction If you’re reading this, you’ve probably heard all about the benefits incorporating your business affords you. Unlike a sole proprietorship, a Corporation offers tax saving, liability protection, ease of raising capital, etc. But, where do you start? Back in the day, you would probably have to hire an attorney and part ways with thousands …
Starting a business may not be easy at the onset. There are these obvious uncertainties that come up from every step you make. What’s more, most new small business owners have the fear that comes from thinking about what the future holds. On the other hand, they wonder about which business formation service provider is …