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Do I Need a Lawyer?
“Do I NEED a Lawyer?” If you are asking whether you need a lawyer, usually the answer is “Yes,” you need a lawyer!
So, how do you know you NEED a lawyer?
- When you have been sued. If you have been served papers or if there is an active lawsuit you need to see a lawyer.
- When you have been seriously injured and it was not your fault. This applies to car wrecks, but it also applies to any injury.
- When you have been arrested. Law Enforcement involvement is usually a significant sign that you need an attorney.
- When there are significant risks involved. Lawyers are trained to identify and attempt to minimize risk.
Thinking that talking to a lawyer it may make the issue more serious is a fallacy. While it may make the issue some . Their goal is to advise you, help you, and/or defend you from whatever harm is at issue. Knowing your rights, being prepared, and being fully informed are never negatives to self-preservation.
…I need a lawyer. How do I find one? (click)
If you think you need a lawyer, You Do. If you are asking yourself, or others, if you need a lawyer, You Do.
Matthew Thompson is a family law attorney in Mississippi.
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Why Lawyers are not sworn in in Court…usually.
Occasionally, lawyers are in Court to give testimony. They are called as witnesses just as a party might be. Usually, the Court waives the requirement of administering the Oath.
While done as a courtesy, it does not reduce the lawyer’s obligation to be truthful. Lawyers, upon being licensed and admitted to the practice of law are under oath and have a duty to be truthful with the Court in all pleadings, appearances and interactions in their role as a lawyer with the Court.
Lawyers are not only subject to the same potential penalties for perjury, but are also subject to Bar Association discipline if lying to the Court, or otherwise violating Rules of Professional Conduct.
Your lawyer should be familiar with these rules and at least know that they exist.
Matthew Thompson is a Family Law Attorney in Mississippi and reminds Lawyers, you have to tell the truth too.
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You may also contact Matthew with your family law case, question or concern at (601) 850-8000 or Matthew@bowtielawyer.ms
Make an Appointment; How to Make Things Happen…Maybe
I hear complaints about how hard it is to get so-and-so to call you back. Or, they did not respond to this email or that fax. Well, you never know what is going on in their office at that moment, in their life and there may well be a good reason. So, what do you do?
Make an appointment. Even if it’s for a phone call. A set time increases the likelihood of it actually happening dramatically. It also allows all of those involved to be prepared for the meeting or the phone call. Not everything is an emergency. Make an appointment and keep it!
Matthew Thompson is a Domestic Relations Attorney in Mississippi and routinely sets appointments to meet or speak with Guardian Ad Litems, Counselors and other persons involved in the case
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It’s NOT the Lawyer’s Fault that You Don’t See Your Kids
But, for that d@#^lawyer!
I hear this a lot. “My life was great until my lying ex and her d@#^ Attorney messed it all up!”
Right.
It was all peachy until you;
- Had an Affair; or
- Physically Assaulted Your Spouse; or
- Habitually Abused Illegal Drugs; or
- Threatened Physical Violence; or
- Took Your Children and Refused to Return Them or Disclose Their Location; or
- Refused to Support Your Family; or
- All of the Above, and then some…
Is life fair? Certainly NOT. Do your actions directly impact the quality of that life? You better believe it. So maybe your lying ex and her d@#^ attorney are NOT totally to blame.
- Do What has Been Ordered of You
- Be the Best Parent you Can be
- Don’t Threaten, Harass, or Make False Allegations
Matthew Thompson is a Child Custody Litigation Attorney in Mississippi and believes that you reap what you sow.
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How Do You Tell When a Lawyer is Lying?
“His lips are moving.”
Perjury has been blogged about.
Never lie. (PERJURY) You will get caught. The truth is easy to remember. Remember, usually, it’s not the crime but the cover-up that gets you. The very affluent husband, with a great job, testified that he was unsure of his income, but knew his expenses down to the penny. He testified under oath that his expenses exceeded his income by over $10,000 per month. The problem? He had no debt. This situation of making $10,000 less than he was spending had been going on for months, if not years, but he always made payroll, carried no debt, had no loans and could not explain how this could be. Perhaps he had a money tree out back.
Lying to your kids has, as well.
It never fails. One of the aggrieved parties to a divorce tells the dirty details to the child regarding the other parent. This is never appropriate or “ok.” Never. Never to a young child. What about when….? No. Never.
But that parent, with their righteous indignation tells me, or testifies, “I do NOT lie to my child?” My response? “Well, what about the Tooth Fairy?“
The Top 5 Lies of Divorce clients are here.
5. Lies about Income.
4. Lies about their role within the Home.
3. Lies about Other Marital Fault.
2. Lies about Value$.
1. Lies about Adultery.
Matthew Thompson is a Divorce Attorney in Mississippi and encourages potential clients to tell your lawyer the truth!
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DONATE NOW to the MVLP; Helping Low-Income Mississippians attain Lawyers
Low-income Mississippian’s have a definite need for legal services and lawyers and the Mississippi Volunteer Lawyers Project is working to make sure those Mississippian’s get the help they deserve. MVLP needs your help too.
Q: What is the MVLP?
The Mississippi Volunteer Lawyers Project, or “MVLP,” is a 501(c) (3) non-profit legal aid organization.
Q: What is the Mission of MVLP?
MVLP enables volunteer attorneys to provide equal access to justice for Mississippians of low-income and limited means through high quality pro bono legal assistance.
Q: What types of cases does MVLP handle?
- Divorce
- Child support contempt, child support modification, and visitation.
- Emancipation
- Simple wills
- Adoption, guardianship, and conservatorships
- Name change, birth certificate correction,
- MVLP hosts legal clinics throughout Mississippi which are staffed by local volunteer attorneys and law students.
Q: How does MVLP work?
Qualified clients are matched with volunteer attorneys who will represent him/her on behalf of MVLP. MVLP staff periodically review the client’s case to ensure that the match is successful, to assess the progress of the case, and to record pro bono hours contributed by the volunteer attorney.
Q: How is MVLP funded?
MVLP receives funding from the Civil Legal Assistance Fund, the Mississippi Bar Foundation, Legal Services Corporation, special events and seminars, donations from law firms, other business and individuals like you. Over the past several years, MVLP’s funding from the Mississippi Bar Foundation and the Legal Services Corporation, in particular, has been substantially reduced because of the country’s current economic situation. MVLP anticipates additional cuts from both sources in 2015, making this year’s fundraising campaign especially critical.
Q: How will My Donation be used?
Annual campaign donations will help MVLP to do the following:
• Recruit more volunteer attorneys to provide much-needed legal services to the poor;
• Increase the number of legal clinics and public awareness workshops offered throughout Mississippi;
• Increase the number of training sessions to volunteers on the types of matters handled by MVLP;
• Provide financial support to clients who cannot afford filing fees and other court costs; and
• Allow the organization to actively engage in short- and long-term, strategic planning with a focus on ways to expand its capacity to reach more individuals in need.
Q: What are the fundraising levels?
Benefactor $10000
Sustainer $5000
Partner $2500
Advocate $1000
Patron $500
Friend of MVLP $250
Or any amount.
Q: How can I Donate?
A: Donate online through PayPal at www.mvlp.org/donate.Mail your donation to MVLP at PO Box 1503, Jackson, MS 39215 or
Call MVLP at 601-960-9577 and a MVLP volunteer can pick up your donation.
Please make a Donation Now!
Matthew Thompson is a Mississippi Family Law Attorney, Board Member for the MVLP, a volunteer attorney for MVLP and has made his donation for the 2014 campaign and challenges you to help as you are able to this worthy cause.
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The Difference Between a Lawyer and a Catfish…
John Q. Lawyer v. J. Whiskers Catfish, 123 So.2d 456 (Miss. 2014)
Also, catfish taste delicious…
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