Chris' Paralegal & Training Services

07/06/2012

Today I have an advice for "Common-Law Wives". Listen ladies, life is short and you never know what the future holds or when a life would come to an end. You don't have to be a Lawyer to think of the legal issues; the fact that you plan for the future and 'your interests' doesn't mean that you are being mean. The bottom line is that Common-Law relationships are not recognized in Grenada. So you have choices: Sign an agreement on division of assets in the event of a breakup; Never and I mean NEVER let go of your receipts of whatever contribution you would have made to that relationship; Do things together, don't let the man purchase all the materials with YOUR money or monies that were accumulated by the both of you (this usually comes back to bite you); Put the bills in both of your names; Don't go to the bank and take out a loan in your name only, then take out the money yourself and give to the man, leaving no record that it was for the both of you (togetherness). Remember, looking after your best interests does not mean that you are mean or that you envision something bad to happen. It just means that you are playing it safe. This will save persons some tears and Lawyer fees in the long run. Be Smart! When the LAW is not on your side, you be on the side of the LAW!

27/05/2012

Happy Sunday everyone!

13/05/2012

In these trying times when our Youths are so vulnerable, it is very important to be the best Mothers and Fathers that we can be. We need to ensure that we engage our children; assuring them that they can talk to us about anything; Listening to them and not judging; Understanding where they are coming from and not just wanting them to do things our way. Remember, our children are not US and we need not live OUR lives through our children! Let them be themselves and teach them Confidence, Strength, Independence and how to Love themselves. Our children need us now more than ever! To all you mothers out there who give it 110% all the time, Hats off to you! To those of you who struggle with proper parenting, just keep trying; never give up on those kids or yourselves. Happy Mother's Day to you all.

01/05/2012

This judgment is a very interesting read. When it comes to your life insurance, you have to be on top of it, as these insurance companies are just patiently waiting for you to slip up:http://www.eccourts.org/judgments/decisions/2010/RepublicBankGrenadaLtdvAlanaBrathwaiteetal.pdf ="republic bank grenada ltd v alana brathwaite et al"

28/04/2012

Law, Lawyers and Ignorance. I know, a lot of us hate Lawyers because we figure that they simply take our money and do nothing for us. However, more than 50% of the time, we end in problems and do nothing about it with that " I hate Lawyers" mentally. Then when we are in 'hot water', so to speak, we choose to seek out those very said Lawyers. I remember my Lecturers always reminding us that "Ignorance of the Law is no excuse". Always remember that Laws are put in place so that there can be some form of order in society. Not all of us may understand it but because you don't understand doesn't mean that you can use 'I didn't know' as an excuse. Become affiliated with the Laws of your country. And use the Lawyers! That is what they are there for. Don't wait until your court matter is tomorrow before you walk into their office. As soon as a bailiff serves a document on you, take it to a Lawyer. The little $150.00 you have to pay for an advise may save you a whole lot more in the long run. Lawyers cannot fix things as some persons may think. Even they (Lawyers) have rules to follow and TIME within which to do whatever they have to. Don't be caught up in this "Ignorance of the Law" saga. Make good judgment. Even if you cannot read; let someone else do it for you before it becomes too late...

26/04/2012

This page feels so neglected! My apologies and good morning to all. Hmmmmm lets pick a topic for discussion today; what interests you; Questions? Comments? Come on, let it start with you today...ask away...

18/04/2012

Proofreading tip for today: "Make it easy to read" - when checking a document, try to do so from a paper copy, rather than reading it from a computer screen. If the document has particularly small type for some reason, it is helpful to enlargte it by photocopying it so that it is easier to read - Have a blessed day all!

13/04/2012

Education is key! You are never too old or too young to educate yourself; to follow your dreams; to take that first step. Always remember that in life, the more educated you are, the more persons in society will appreciate your input and what you stand for. Educate yourself at all costs...

10/04/2012

Today's Tip is on how to become a good Legal Secretary: One of the most important aspects of working in a Law Firm is "Confidentiality". Confidentiality is of the utmost importance. Do not leave papers lying around on your desk for all to see and be discreet when talking on the telephone. You must NEVER discuss anything that you find out at work with anyone outside the office.

06/04/2012

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04/04/2012

Scenario time! Sparkle's mother has just died, leaving Sparkle and her two brothers surviving her. Sparkle's mother was never married. Sparkle's mother was the owner of a house and land, a car and a bus. She died without make a Will. Sparkle is the eldest of the three children. She is very close to one of her brothers but is estranged from the other. Sparkle is so confused now that her mother is gone and does not know what to do. She despises her estranged brother and does not want him anywhere near her mother's property. If you are in Sparkle's position, what will you do...? What do you think Sparkle's mother could have done before she died to make things easier for her children?

03/04/2012

Tip of the day! Today's tip is on the topic of "Skills required to become a Legal Secretary". One of the most important skills one has to acquire in order to be a good Legal Secretary is "Attention to Detail". The Legal field is so complex that one simple mistake can be so costly. You must pay attention to things such as court dates, particular wording in letters, spelling, the way you refer to Lawyers, Judges, Magistrates, taking proper messages etc. You must pay proper attention to detail at all times.