Izquierdo Law August 2018

HIRE A DEFENSE LAWYER AS SOON AS YOU CAN Don’ t Wait to the Last Minute to Give Yourself an Advantage in Cour t

worse things might become. It may seem like you’re hedging your bet and not paying for a lawyer before arraignment, but the decision to do so can come back to bite you. Remember, a proactive lawyer will make every attempt to speak with the state prior to arraignment and try to get them not to file charges or convince them to file lesser charges so that you can start from a better place. Waiting until the last minute might strip away a crucial opportunity. You could be wasting valuable time that may make all the difference in the ultimate outcome of your case by not getting a defense attorney sooner rather than later. Izquierdo Law can be the helping hand you need. If you’ve been charged with a crime, call our firm today to set up an appointment to see what we can do for you.

but that could put you in a difficult situation. One thing to keep in mind is that anytime you are charged with a crime, time is of the essence. A thorough and proactive defense lawyer will research your case as much as possible. Their goal is to get you the best representation they can and to make sure that you walk out of the court with what you need. Defense lawyers will use the resources provided to give you the best defense they can. They will reach out to witnesses, visit the scene, and conduct legal research on issues they spot during the initial client meeting and after reviewing the arrest affidavit. If you’re struggling with money and find you’re unable to hire a lawyer when you’ve been charged with a crime, you can ask for time to hire a lawyer. However, the longer it takes for you to find a lawyer, the

One of the sure ways to increase your chances of winning a case is to hire a lawyer as soon as you can. You may have heard that you should ask a judge for more time to find a lawyer after the state files charges,

Laugh Out Loud

Summer Grilled Halibut If you’re tired of grilling hamburgers at this point in the summer, try using your grill for something a little different. This easy halibut recipe is a great change of pace. Ingredients

2 pounds mixed tomatoes, sliced

4 boneless, skinless halibut fillets, about 5 ounces each

1/2 cup hearts of palm, drained

1/4 cup olive oil, plus extra for drizzling

Basil leaves, for garnish

1 lemon

Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

4. In a mixing bowl, combine tomatoes, hearts of palm, juice from lemon, and oil. Season with salt and pepper. 5. Garnish salad with basil. Spoon salad over grilled halibut. Serve.

1. Lightly oil grill grates and heat grill to medium. 2. Grate 1 teaspoon lemon zest onto halibut fillets. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. 3. Grill halibut, turning just once, for about 5 minutes on each side.

Inspired by Bon Appetit magazine.

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