A SUGGESTED 2010 RESOLUTION      Read every word and line of a contract and don't sign it until you are satisfied that you understand what is being said.  If you still don't understand, contact a lawyer.	Contracts, Criminal Defense, Divorce, Real Estate The categories of cases listed above have one very important thing in common.  A person's rights are involved, and since 1925 my family has been in the business of  protecting the rights of others.  It is a mission that we must continue to pursue.  Rights worth having are rights worth protecting.
THE BENEFIT OF ESTATE PLANNING, ETC.   No matter how much money you have or don't have, it makes sense to plan and keep the plan in force.  One valuable tool is estate planning.  Having a will, a general power of attorney and a healthcare power of attorney is smart.  I find that most problems that people face could have been prevented with careful planning. Just as there is preventive medicine, there are preventive legal strategies.  Helping my clients to develop and maintain preventive legal strategies is one of my goals for 2010.
KNOW YOUR RIGHTS Our U.S. Constitution has words that each citizen should understand.  Know your rights and never forget what they are.  When in doubt, contact a lawyer.