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Olga1

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Jun 11, 2009 4:02 PM ET Quote Report Abuse

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Hi all,

I am trying to find and to interview an attorney for the business. I have some questions about it.

1. Is big Law company better then the boutique one?

2. Is there a web-site with ratings for the lawyers?

3. How can I check if there are any complains about a certain lawyer?

Unfortunatly I don`t have any friends who can recommend me a lawyer so I have to hunt for one by myself. Any suggestion will be appreciated.

Thanks.

Olga.

legsx3

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Jun 12, 2009 9:35 PM ET Quote Report Abuse

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hi olga - i work in a law firm during the day; maybe i can shed some light....

1. Is big Law company better then the boutique one? - not necessarily. there are general firms which can handle general matters like incorporating (which you can do online yourself to save money) and other business issues (partnership/operating agreements, etc) and there are speciality firms (patents/trademarks/mergers, acquisitions) (which do charge more an hour).

you may want to canvas some local firms in your area; most smaller, general firms will offer a consultation at no charge.

2. Is there a web-site with ratings for the lawyers? depending on where you live - in the states, you may want to check out http://www.martindale.com

3. How can I check if there are any complains about a certain lawyer? again, you can check out martindale hubbell if you are in the u.s., go to your state`s department of professional business and regulation website online...

hope this helps...legsx3

nevadascul

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Jun 12, 2009 10:21 PM ET Quote Report Abuse

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Most states have an attorney referral listing you can look up. You can also go to the state bar association for the information you seek.

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patentandtrademark

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Jun 15, 2009 12:21 PM ET Quote Report Abuse

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www.avvo.com

I have a profile there

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Lindon & Lindon, LLC
Cleveland, Ohio
Patents, Trademarks, Copyrights, Pharmacy Law, Litigation
[this is not legal advice - provided for discussion only]
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