As discussed in Part I of this blog post, “legal privileges” may impact what communications can be compelled to be disclosed in discovery or a court proceeding, e.g., questions that must be answered or documents that must be produced. If something is deemed...
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Understanding “Privileges” in the Law | Part 1 – Attorney-Client Privilege
“Privilege” is a legal concept that often comes up in all types of legal matters, especially in the context of litigation. Privilege impacts what communications can be compelled to be disclosed in discovery or a court proceeding. A part of evidentiary law, privileged...
Discharging Student Loan Debt in Bankruptcy
Discharging Student Loan Debt in Bankruptcy [12.27.2021] Student loan debt relief has long been unattainable in the bankruptcy process. While bankruptcy can be a valuable tool to reorganize and restart your finances, debtors have been historically unable to...
What to Expect During a Consultation
What to Expect During a Consultation By: John Whitbeck [09.18.2020] The first step to hiring a lawyer is usually a consultation. To minimize the stress involved in hiring a lawyer for your situation, we think it is essential for you to know what to expect during your...