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Why Hire a Lawyer for Life’s Legal Moments
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Floridians have faced a civil legal issue in the last decade
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of Floridians believe retaining a lawyer would better protect their rights
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believe hiring a lawyer would result in better outcomesSource: Survey of 650 Floridians– conducted by Breakthrough Research, June 1 – 7, 2022
For all of Life’s Legal Moments, Florida’s lawyers can provide quality, accessible, and affordable legal services to residents navigating the highs and lows of the justice system.
Florida’s lawyers are trained and trusted experts for anyone navigating life’s complex legal situations, regardless of your means and needs. No matter the issue, there’s a lawyer who can help.
While Florida law allows almost anyone to represent themselves in court (known as “appearing pro se”), people who hire lawyers tend to be more satisfied with their case’s outcome than those who don’t.
Lawyers can help their clients get better outcomes, including less time in litigation and
more beneficial settlements, verdicts, or benefits.
200 Tasks
What people representing themselves may have to handle during a single civil case
From finding the right court or interpreting the law to filing motions, compiling evidence, negotiating a settlement, and much more, relying on the guidance of a trained and experienced legal counselor can save more than just time and stress – it can also prevent costly mistakes.
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Press Inquiries
If you are a member of the media interested in contacting someone related to the Life’s Legal Moments initiative, please reach out to Jennifer Krell Davis, Communications Director of The Florida Bar at [email protected].