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preventive law

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A quick definition of preventive law:

Preventive law is a way of practicing law that helps clients avoid getting into legal trouble. It involves planning, giving advice, and finding ways to solve problems without going to court. A preventive lawyer helps their clients understand their legal rights and responsibilities, and works to minimize the risk of lawsuits.

A more thorough explanation:

Preventive law is a type of legal practice that aims to reduce the chances of a client getting involved in a lawsuit or to provide more clarity about their legal rights and responsibilities. This approach focuses on planning, counseling, and resolving disputes without going to court. The role of the lawyer is to advise and negotiate with the client.

  • A business owner consults with a preventive lawyer to ensure that their company's contracts and policies comply with the law and minimize the risk of lawsuits from employees or customers.
  • A landlord seeks the advice of a preventive lawyer to draft a lease agreement that protects their interests and avoids potential disputes with tenants.
  • A family hires a preventive lawyer to create an estate plan that outlines how their assets will be distributed after their death, avoiding potential conflicts among heirs.

These examples illustrate how preventive law can help clients avoid legal problems by taking proactive measures to prevent them. By seeking legal advice and planning ahead, clients can minimize their exposure to risk and ensure that their legal affairs are in order.

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My PS and DS were sort of emotion but ended on a happy note. My why chi’s also did a little emotional stuff and I think it might’ve hurt me a bit. No clue tho🤷🏽‍♂️
Trismegistus
13:17
im pubbed in a bar association does that not mean anything wtfffff :(
13:18
@ImpartialLion: water under the bridge for you now tbh 🔥
13:18
Wonder what HLS is doing w our apps tho
texaslawhopefully
13:18
at least you're wondering lol
texaslawhopefully
13:18
I had the II and then got R'd
lilypadfrog
13:19
guys am I part of this conversation i also have a good lsat and no acceptances. I want to feel included
Trismegistus
13:19
my own alma mater straight up ignoring me too
13:19
@lilypadfrog: ur not a kjd without work experience. Back off
I think I’m headed for the HLS WL. I heard that if you get off the WL, you put down your deposit before you hear your offer? Idk how i feel ab that
13:19
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Every thursday, i still pretend like I have a chance at a II tho
13:20
Yeh my friend got it 5/15 last year… crazy late
13:20
Same same maybe tomorrow 😭
lilypadfrog
13:20
@sadpadresfan: :(
texaslawhopefully
13:21
that's a good thing 😭
texaslawhopefully
13:21
you have actual work experience
Trismegistus
13:21
i was on HLS WL and waited all summer :(
atwatodbit
13:21
i cannot imagine taking HLS at sticker with a good scholly elsewhere. i am trying to just pretend they dont exist tbh
Trismegistus
13:21
got a II and everything
If I didnt get into UVA in November my mental health would be decimated
13:22
@Trismegistus: can I ask where u attend now?
Now that the debt is real, even half is so damn expensive. I’m hopin to get a few extra grand from CLS in reconsiderations
Trismegistus
13:22
nowhere, i only applied there
choosingpeace
13:22
wait does penn release Rs and As on the same day
choosingpeace
13:22
why r ppl saying penn bloodbath today...
texaslawhopefully
13:22
@ImpartialLion: pretty sure CLS doesn't negotiate the Butler or Hamilton
13:22
me when im gonna get rejected from penn and CLS
Just got National Guard, weekend warrior 6-8yrs, paid like $1k a weekend and they pay off student loans
atwatodbit
13:23
@ImpartialLion: same here, it is just so much especially when you tack on NYC CoL. Hope negotiation goes well for us
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