Statistics show in some states about 75% of divorces and 60% of bankruptcies are done without lawyers.
Many law firms, in many states, now not only employ paralegals, BUT will bill you for their paralegal’s time–anywhere from $75 to $150 an hour.
HOW TO HIRE AN INDEPENDANT PARALEGAL OR FREELANCE ONE FOR YOUR BUSINESS:
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Make sure that they are licensed with the state and have no complaints filed.
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Be sure to ask the paralegal what exactly their fees cover. Do they charge an hourly rate? Does their flat rate include providing you with self-help information? Will they be filing your paperwork for you? Does the paralegal’s fee include the court filing fee?
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Hire a paralegal service that advertises honestly. Ads that say something like, “Divorce Preparation Just $199” is not one of them.
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Hire a paralegal who belongs to a professional association.
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Hire a paralegal who recognizes the possibility that some situations may require an attorney. A trustworthy paralegal will not hesitate to tell you when your situation is beyond the scope of a non-attorney. A good paralegal will even help you find an affordable alternative.
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