While some would argue otherwise, midwifery is truly the “oldest profession.” Midwives have been around since the beginning of time and today they are here helping bring life to the world. I have been a midwife since 1999 and over the years, meeting new people and talking to them about my profession, I often find…
Legal internships are the first step to a successful legal career. Theoretical knowledge is essential, but it should not be left behind in the practical application of the theory. The demand for legal professionals around the world has created a pseudo revolution around the world. More and more applicants join every second. You start your…
Anyone living in Southern California traveling up the coast from San Diego to San Francisco has seen the offshore oil rigs along the coast of Santa Barbara, Ventura, and Long Beach. Anyone living in any of the other coastal cities such as San Diego, Pacific Beach, Mission Beach, La Jolla, Del Mar, Encinitas, Solana Beach,…
“How much can I save?” “What is the cost of legal work done abroad?” “Please give me a quote for 100 hours a month for legal work done in India.” “What is your hourly rate?” “How much do you charge for ______?” These are the questions and requests that I was directed at the beginning…
While I do not have a law degree, working in education has allowed me to cross paths with education attorneys on numerous occasions. I found that the problems they are faced with on a daily basis are noble and challenging. What is the Education Law? Education law deals with schools, school systems, and school boards…
Risks and rewards drive options. Legal issues also require an understanding of gambling and rewards. In litigation, for example, you often take chances with the random assignment of a judge. The judge may administer his courtroom strictly or flexibly, or is known to rule impulsively. Risks can include the likely composition of the jury based…
Google is the place to work according to Fortune magazine, which listed the top 50 companies to work for. Google is listed as one of the top competitors for most features, including unusual perks, coffee shops, health coverage, and the work environment. Most of the other companies that made the top 50 only excel in…
A criminal attorney is someone who specializes in handling criminal cases with implications like arson, DUI, murder, robbery, etc. The main function of a criminal lawyer is to review the evidence and devise an effective defense strategy. Criminal attorneys work as defense attorneys or prosecutors. A criminal defense attorney will represent the accused, advise the…
One of the many changes President Obama has promised the United States is immigration reform. Many ideas have been discussed. One of them is the DREAM Act, sponsored by Senator Lugar of Indiana and Senator Durbin of Illinois, among others. The basic idea is to allow certain illegal immigrants who were brought here by their…
Just because you’re 65 or older doesn’t mean you have one foot in the grave and are ready to give up the things you enjoy! Age Concern Travel Insurance it is often the perfect choice for those who enjoy traveling and who travel abroad occasionally. You are in the best time of your life, retired,…
