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Finding a Lawyer to Meet Your Needs If you are thinking about hiring a lawyer to help you with your legal matter, selecting the right lawyer is crucial. Like buying a house or accepting a job offer, every lawyer is different. Even an attorney that specializes in your legal area may not be a good match. Before hiring an attorney, there are a few questions to consider: Working relationship: You may be spending a lot of time with your attorney, so working with someone you get along with is crucial. Will your lawyer be approachable and answer your questions in a manner that you can understand? Related experience: While younger lawyers may that they have a fresh perspective, experienced lawyers have already seen a lot of cases. Do you feel confident that your lawyer has the experience necessary to work on your case? Most attorneys are willing to share their experience and can tell you about related cases they have tried. At the Law Office of Charles M. Schiff: With 34 years of experience, I have worked with clients in a vast array of practice areas. My clients are my first concern, and I am available to answer questions or give advice. I work with clients in cases including criminal defense, estate planning and probate, family law, small business, real estate, elder law and personal injury.

If you are living in the Saint Cloud area and are struggling with legal matters, it is common to feel overwhelmed and uncertain about where to find answers. At my law firm - the Law Office of Charles M. Schiff - I work with clients in a variety of legal matters and give them the legal counsel they need. Please call 320-259-0699 or contact me by email to schedule an appointment.

Understanding my clients and their unique situations is my first concern, and I will help you throughout the legal process. With 34 years of experience, I can handle most legal issues and resolve them in a way that will be favorable to you:

• Criminal defense: If you have been accused of a felony or misdemeanor, working with an attorney from the beginning is crucial. By preparing every case as though it will go to trial, I catch all the details and help you work towards a favorable resolution.
• Estate planning and probate: Creating estate plans, healthcare directives, living wills and trusts before they are necessary can alleviate unnecessary stress for your family. We work with clients to prepare estate plans and help probate the estate when the time comes.
• Family law: I work with clients in cases involving dissolution of marriage, distribution of property and spousal maintenance. I also work in the areas of adoption, child protection and termination of parental rights.
• Personal injury: If you have been injured because of someone else's negligence, you should be focused on getting better, not on getting through the legal system. At the Law Office of Charles M. Schiff, I will protect your rights and help you get the settlement you deserve.
• Elder law: I provide legal assistance surrounding all issues of particular interest to the elderly and their families, including health care, residential care and estate planning.
• Real estate: Whether you are thinking about buying or selling, seeking legal counsel is smart option in the current real estate market. I work with clients in a variety of issues, including boundary line issues, ownership disputes and easements.
• Small business: If you are starting a small business or dealing with issues between existing business owners, including buy-out options, working with an attorney can help ensure the process runs as efficiently as possible.

If you are interested in scheduling your free consultation with an experienced lawyer, contact my office or call 320-259-0699 to schedule an appointment. The office is located near the Courthouse in downtown St. Cloud. I am available for my clients to contact me, and I return phone calls promptly.

Law Office of Charles M. Schiff

925 South First Street
Saint Cloud, MN 56301
Telephone: 320-259-0699 | Fax: 320-253-5105
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The LawOffice of Charles M. Schiff is located in Saint Cloud, Minnesota, and represents clients throughout central Minnesota, including Stearns County, Morrison County, Benton County, Sherburne County, Mille Lacs County, Todd County, Wright County