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Bankruptcy attorney: How to find one

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Finances are tough and bad things can happen to good people. Research indicates that as much as 60 percent of all bankruptcies filed are caused by mounting medical bills that cause general financial strain. But there is life after bankruptcy, and a bankruptcy attorney in Boulder can help guide you through the process and find the light at the end of the tunnel.  

Look for a bankruptcy attorney online 

There are great resources for finding bankruptcy attorneys in the Boulder area online. Not only can you then browse their website to learn more about their area of expertise, but you can also read about past client testimonials on their website, and on third-party sites that collect reviews of area businesses. If you find a bankruptcy attorney that gets mostly good reviews from clients, perhaps it’s time to learn a bit more about him or her.  

Set up a consultation

If you can narrow down your search to three bankruptcy attorneys, you should then try setting up a free consultation with them all. This meeting will allow you to get to know them a little better, and learn more about their methods and the bankruptcy process in general. If you find one that you feel very comfortable with, that’s a great sign that you’ve probably found a bankruptcy attorney that you’ll work well with.  

Follow the lead of your bankruptcy attorney

Once you choose a bankruptcy attorney, they will guide you through the next steps for filing bankruptcy. They will also help you to determine which type of bankruptcy to file. The process can be complicated, but your knowledgeable lawyer will let you know exactly what needs to be done and when. Once the paperwork is filed, and all of your hearings have taken place, you can expect to have your bankruptcy completed in less than a year.

Lawyer Reviews and Rating Websites

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There’s no question that Yelp, Google+, CitySearch, Angie’s List and other review sites are decent places to find reviews about attorneys. If you want to review some sites devoted to find a reliable DUI lawyer in Boulder, try the following:

avvo

Avvo: This is a client driven site that also offers a Q&A Forum for people to ask legal questions to lawyers for free.

Super Lawyers: This Thomson Reuters lawyers rating service covers more than 70 practice areas. Ratings are provided by different lawyers who have been recognized by peers, and achieved professional recognition.

LawyerRatingz: This site shares information about ratings. It currently has more than 65,000 ratings written by its users, and it uses a 5-point rating system that’s represented in an easy to use graphic interface.

Lawyer Reviews: One of the largest databases of attorneys. Ratings and reviews for more than 2 million attorneys and legal professionals. Information includes lawyer ratings, peer reviews, details about each firm and individual attorney, and a 10-point rating scale.

lawyer reviews

Martindale.com: Over 1 million attorneys worldwide are profiled and rated.

Best Lawyers: This is one of the oldest peer review guides for attorneys. This site is characterized by an excellent search engine that helps people find and review attorneys by name, firm, practice area, and location.

If you’re looking for an experienced Boulder area attorney for any of the following needs; Colorado Chapter 7 or 13 Bankruptcy, DUI, DWAI, or Trust and Estate Planning, attorney Paul Stuber will personally handle your case. Paul has been practicing since 1983, and he has been a Chapter 7 Trustee for seven years. Learn more at www.paulstuber.com, or speak with Paul directly at (303) 442-6448.

Finding the Right DUI or Criminal Attorney

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Don’t expect to find a great lawyer just by picking up the phone book, or responding to a TV or radio advertisement. Finding the right DUI or criminal attorney will take a little more effort.

Personal referrals from someone who has experienced the same problem as you can give you some great leads. You should be able to find reviews online at:

  1. Avvo.com
  2. Researchlawyers.com
  3. Superlawyers.com
  4. Yelp.com

Or, just go to google and type in “lawyer reviews” or “attorney reviews” and the city where you live. If that’s not working for you. Most state bar associations will have a website with attorneys listed by specialty, and information about each attorney.

Choose a Specialist

Working with a lawyer who is experienced with your issue is a must. Law is too specialized to work with an attorney without recent and successful experience with your issue.

If you can’t afford your own attorney, contact Boulder Legal Service (BLS) at 1790 30th Street, #301, Boulder, CO. 80301-1020, Phone: 303-449-7575. BLS can also help with bankruptcy, consumer, child custody, dissolution of marriage, domestic violence, elder law, health, housing, individual rights, public benefits, and wills. If you want experienced and aggressive legal representation for DUI, DWAI, Criminal defense, and Estate planning call Paul Stuber (303) 442-6448, or schedule a free consultation in person.

New Colorado DUI Laws for 2014

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In 1998, the Persistent Drunk Driver Act was passed. This legislation increased the penalties for people with repeat DUI convictions or very high blood alcohol concentrations (BAC). Recent changes, which took effect on Jan. 1, 2014, lower the BAC at which a driver is classified as a persistent drunk driver from 0.17 to 0.15 percent.

Another change to the law effects anyone who refuses to take a breath, or blood, test when arrested for suspicion of driving under the influence. Refusal to take the tests will now enable that person to be classified as a persistent drunk driver.

Penalties Are Not to Be Taken Lightly

Penalties can be severe, even if it’s a person’s first DUI conviction. If you’re classified as a persistent drunk driver you have to undergo drug and alcohol rehabilitation, and you need to install ignition interlock devices on your vehicles for two years in order to regain driving privileges. Not to mention, that people classified as “persistent drunk drivers” by the court must wait 30 days (60 days on a refusal) before getting a probationary driver’s license with the ignition interlock use. You should apply early as it takes sometimes weeks to get authorization.
There are also penalties that people convicted of DUI face in addition to the DMV. There are criminal ones; these include fines, jail time, public service, court costs, and penalty surcharges.

Get Professional Help

If you can’t afford your own attorney, contact Boulder Legal Service (BLS) at 1790 30th Street, #301, Boulder, CO. 80301-1020, Phone: 303-449-7575. BLS can also help with bankruptcy, consumer, child custody, dissolution of marriage, domestic violence, elder law, health, housing, individual rights, public benefits, and wills. If you want experienced and aggressive DUI lawyer in Boulder for your legal representation call Paul Stuber (303) 442-6448, or schedule a free consultation in person.

Avoid a Bad Lawyer

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The quality of your legal team can affect the outcome of your case. Boulder’s attorney, Paul Stuber, has 31 years of experience, and he wants to remind you all lawyers are not the same. They have different skillsets, experiences, and personalities. There is a lot of information about how to pick an attorney. In the text below, Paul, a Boulder DUI lawyer tells you how to avoid a bad one.

Learn their work habits.

Unreturned phone calls and email: A lack of communication can indicate that the attorney is too busy, unsure of what to do next, or simply not giving you the attention that you deserve.

Unanswered emails fall into the same category.

Missed deadlines: Missing deadlines and court filing deadlines can damage your case. Find another lawyer immediately if your attorney misses even one deadline.

Poor attitude: Your lawyer is not superior to you. If s/he is rude, condescending, impatient, or non-communicative it can create unnecessary conflict and tension.
Organization: Disorganization is not a great sign.

Promises, Promises: Attorneys should not promise a specific outcome under any circumstances. Treat such promises as a red flag, and look for other warning signs.

Pay attention to their work area.

It’s not likely that a struggling attorney will have a penthouse suite, and it’s not necessarily a sign that the attorney is not successful if they have a modest office. Here are a few signs that the practice may not be doing so well:

Office space in disrepair: this may mean that there have been some lean financial times recently.
Empty offices: if your attorney works for a larger practice and there are lots of empty offices this may mean that the firm has had a lot of turn-over, very rapid growth, or financial issues.

Messy office: While successful attorneys do have offices that can look a little unorganized, it’s important to note that office clutter can be a sign of inefficiency.

Unopened mail: Stacks of unopened mail may signify an unresponsive attorney, or an attorney without the support needed to handle cases effectively.

Notice the staff at the practice.

If the attorney has staff working with him/her, how s/he interacts with the staff members can provide clues to the attorney’s effectiveness, competence and ethics.

A look at the Louisville DUI lawyer’s staff members and how he interacts with personnel can provide clues to his effectiveness, competence, reliability and ethics. The three worst signs are:
• Unhappy staff
• High turn-over
• Lack of staff

If you’re unsure if your attorney is providing you with good representation, don’t hesitate to make a change. Trust your instincts. If you have any questions, contact Boulder attorney, Paul Stuber for a free phone consultation (303) 442-6448, or to schedule an appointment.

Need to Know Colorado DUI / DWAI Marijuana

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What You Need to Know About Colorado DUI/DWAI Marijuana

 

Experienced Boulder Criminal attorney Paul Stuber has defended people against DUI and DWAI for more than 30 years, and more recently marijuana DUI and DWAI. If you have been charged with DUI or DWAI marijuana you should learn exactly what you’re up against. Paul graciously shares some his experience below.

  • Marijuana is still illegal under federal law.
  • The methods of proof are different for a DUI Marijuana than a DUI for alcohol.
  • Everything a police officer observes and hears can be used against you in court.
  • Any driver with 5 nanograms or more of THC can be charged with a DUI despite the fact that there is very little proof that 5 nanograms proves that someone is impaired.
  • Colorado has recently added several hundred trained drug-recognition officers.
  • Have a medical certificate is not a valid defense for DUI or DWAI.
  • Your attorney should have specific experience dealing with the special tests that law enforcement officers are being trained to use in the field. Many Boulder attorneys do not have this experience.
  • The only test that can be given to accurately determine your level of impairment for marijuana is a blood test.
  • Blood test are often not administered correctly.
  • Marijuana can take several days to clear your system, and even longer if you are a regular user.
  • A DUI or DWAI for marijuana is serious.
  • DUI cases have two parts; a criminal part, and a DMV part.
  • Roadside testing is voluntary. They are designed to make you fail, and your choice not to do the test can’t be used against you in court.

 

To learn more about why Paul Stuber is the right choice when you are confronted with a DUI or DWAI for marijuana call (303) 442-6448, or read what Paul’s clients have said about his defense of their case.

10 Unspoken truths About Bankruptcy

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The 10 Unspoken Truths about Bankruptcy

 

  • You can restore your credit in about five years.
  • You can buy a home in three to five years.
  • You can file bankruptcy more than once.
  • You will not lose everything that you own.
  • Everyone will not know about your bankruptcy.
  • Chapter 7 does not always wipe out all of your debts.
  • You can keep most of what you own in most cases.
  • You can credit after filing bankruptcy.
  • Most bankruptcies are filed due to medical expenses, unemployment, or divorce. Nor because someone is a deadbeat.
  • Collectors must stop bothering you after you file bankruptcy.
  • You do not have to include your spouse in your bankruptcy.
  • You do not need to have a minimum amount of debt to file.
  • Chapter 13 bankruptcy payments vary based on the results of a means test.

 

 

Click here to learn more truths about bankruptcy in Boulder and Colorado from Boulder attorney, Paul Stuber.  To have no cost, no obligation discussion with an experienced Boulder Bankruptcy attorney, call attorney Paul Stuber at (303) 442-6448.