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What is an attorney?
Attorneys are the legal representatives of their clients in court in criminal and civil trials.
Attorneys advise their clients as to their legal rights and particular courses of action in individual cases.

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What types of law do attorneys practice?
The types of law that attorneys practice cover almost every aspect of society. Some examples include criminal, family, real estate and personal injury law.

Where do attorneys work?
In general, the courtroom is the arena where attorneys spend most of their time. However, much time is spent outside the courtroom involving research and investigation.

Where can I find an attorney?
There are many ways to find an attorney. You can find one on an online attorney directory where information is available about attorneys at their websites. Your state’s bar association will also have a referral service that can put you in touch with an attorney. Word-of-mouth and the phone book are the standard ways of finding an attorney.

What kind of attorney do I need?
A lot of attorneys specialize in one area of the law. General practitioners, however, have a wide range of matters that they handle. If your legal matter involves a specialized area of law like family, bankruptcy, taxation, or patent laws, then you need to contact a specialist.

How much do attorneys charge?
Attorney fees can cost a pretty penny depending on what type of case you have and how much time an attorney will spend on your case. There are several different types of fee arrangements, including hourly flat fees and contingent fees. Hourly fees are calculated by multiplying the amount of hours an attorney works on your case by the attorney’s hourly rate. Contingent fees are fees that allow the attorney to receive a certain agreed-upon percentage of any judgment amounts you receive. A fixed rate places a set price for the services an attorney will provide you with. Attorney fees are usually calculated without including court costs and filing fees that are usually paid upfront by the client. Always ask potential attorneys to explain their fees and billing practices prior to engaging their services.

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Mens rea

Definition:
Literally, "guilty mind." The intent required to commit the crime. One of the two basic requirements, along with the guilty act (actus reus), which constitute a crime.

Hypothetical question

Definition:
A form of question generally used for expert witnesses. The examiner states a factual foundation (often based on disputed facts) and asks the expert to draw conclusions based on the hypothetical foundation. The hypothetical question includes only facts already in evidence.

False pretenses

Definition:
Representation of some fact or circumstance which is not true and is calculated to mislead, whereby a person obtains another's money or goods

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