How to Defend Yourself in Criminal Court Without an Attorney

Criminal defendants have the right to represent themselves in any federal case and in almost all 50 states. Defending oneself is called "pro se" or "pro per" representation. Continue reading...

How to Write a Letter to the Attorney General

The Attorney General is responsible for prosecuting violations of the law under their jurisdiction. Writing a letter to the Attorney General is a last recourse in most situations. The Attorney General is only likely to respond to questions that are of wide public significance. Large scale consumer fraud or protests over public policy are the most appropriate subjects for such a letter. Continue reading...

Working with a Criminal Lawyer While Representing Yourself

Defendants considering self-representation might seek out an attorney willing to serve as a legal coach. The idea of a legal coach is to combine an attorney’s knowledge with the defendant’s time. Because a defendant pays only for the periodic use of the attorney’s time, the cost of a legal coach can be far less than turning a case over to a private attorney. Continue reading.....

How to Find an Experienced Criminal Defense Lawyer

A person charged with criminal offenses will be put under the scanner by this law, which uses various rules and regulations, eventually leading to severe punishment. There are instances where a person will be wrongly acquitted of such offenses. In such instances, he/she will have to seek the help of a good defense lawyer to avoid further punishments.  Here's a step-by-step guide to the process. http://goo.gl/Crfnbo

How to Become a Lawyer in 5 Steps

A lawyer, or attorney, works within the legal system, applying laws to circumstances that people face within society. The following chart provides an overview about becoming a lawyer. http://goo.gl/a8zshC