Sep 07 2010

FAQ’S – CLIENT INFORMATION

  1. WHY SHOULD I CHOOSE YOU AS MY LAWYER?
  2. HOW CAN YOU HELP ME TO GET THE DEAL I WANT?
  3. WHAT DO I GET OUT OF A CONTRACT?
  4. HOW CAN I AFFORD A LAWYER?

  1. WHY SHOULD I CHOOSE YOU AS MY LAWYER

    • AREN IS A BUSINESS OWNER – Aren appreciates the intricacies and pressures of running a successful and growing business.
    • AREN COMES FROM A TRADITION OF HELPING - Like his grandfather, father, uncles, and cousins, who are all lawyers, Aren derives satisfaction from helping others. He takes the time to listen to and learn the needs of his clients. Your business is his business.
    • AREN IS AN ARTIST - Aren’s experience in the arts gives him a first hand insight into the issues faced by people who earn a living from their creative talents. Aren’s specialty is seamlessly fusing art and commerce.
    • AREN IS A COLABORATOR – In an industry built upon successful collaborations where everyone contributes what they do best, clients can rely on Aren as a their business advisor and legal counsel.
    • AREN IS A TRUSTED ADVISOR – Aren is easily accessible and committed to his clients. He is available if you just want to run an idea past him, or consult him on complex legal issues.
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  3. HOW CAN YOU HELP ME TO GET THE DEAL I WANT?

    • Deal Maker Not A Deal Breaker - Some people are concerned the involvement of a lawyer will just complicate a negotiation or may harm existing relationships.  Aren understands and respects such concerns. He is a facilitator and is experienced at achieving collaborative solutions. Aren’s documents are fairly and reasonably drafted and he gives his clients ample opportunity to participate in the process of achieving a win-win result.
    • Unequal Bargaining Power - Aren’s approach to deal-making and documentation is frequently successful even when his clients have little or no bargaining power. A detailed contract review may uncover numerous points to raise in order of priority. It is never poorly received to raise a selection of reasonable concerns to the other party.
    • Negotiation Support - Sometimes clients wish to conduct negotiations on their own in which case Aren fully prepares his client for that task by setting priorities, identifying issues and objectives, and planning strategy. If it will help he can remain behind the scene so that no one knows his clients have even consulted a lawyer.
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  5. WHAT DO I GET OUT OF A CONTRACT?

    • There are 3 parts to Aren’s document service:
      1. Consulting with you to learn your objectives and what provisions are possibly required to protect and advance your interests while maintaining the integrity of the deal.
      2. Preparing documents designed to form a consistent and complete agreement that is workable and meets both parties expectations. In many cases, Aren can format a contract into an easily re-usable template customized for your business.
      3. Delivering and carefully reviewing documents with you to ensure you have a complete understanding of the issues and the ability to confidently present and explain their terms. This is what distinguishes Aren’s document service – consider it like a private workshop.
    • You can derive ongoing benefit from Aren’s legal service because he will make it easier to identify and understand the legal issues relevant to your business. He will also help to develop best practices for your business and customized legal forms for you to use again and again.
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  7. HOW CAN I AFFORD A LAWYER?

    • YOU CAN’T AFFORD NOT TO – The best results are achieved with consultations before you enter into a legal obligation. It is less expensive and stressful to consult with Aren as a preventative matter or to help steer you in the right direction. In servicing his clients, Aren establishes long-term relationships and works as though he’s in an office next door. That way he can be most effective in giving you peace of mind.
    • RESULTS WITHOUT SURPRISES – Aren will not exceed your budget and will work to find cost-effective solutions. He always works from estimates based on his clients’ instructions so as ensure that they receive excellent value and highest quality service.
    • ALWAYS-ON – The speed of business today often requires a quick response from you lawyer. Aren uses the latest always-on technology to service his clients and will always return messages right away. Aren is professional and easy to work with (on both sides of a deal) and that means making himself accessible to his clients. Aren is standing by.

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