Lawyers are generally needed when something bad happens.  I recently saw posted an article that made me think an little differently.   If you wait until a lawyer is needed, it may be too late.  A ounce of prevention can go a long way to making a bad situation more tolerable. Legal advise can also save you a lot of money as well.  The old adage about being forgiven is often bad advise in the real world.  Advise can be had several ways.  Online advise can be convenient but a face to face consult is recommended.  If you have a question that is time sensitive a quick phone consult may be best.  The fact that you are seeking help is a good omen.