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So, we all know that there are certain questions employers (or recruiters) can’t ask in the interview process… some are pretty simple, and some border on “not quite sure”… One of my subscribers reached out to me yesterday and let me know that someone had asked her an inappropriate question on an interview form and she asked if I could […]
» Read moreI am looking for information on how your firm handles reimbursement to attorneys for travel expenses such as gas, tolls and mileage. How much is reimbursed, does your firm use a flat fee, etc… Please respond by email to lmc@miamifrp.com or by commenting on this post. Looking for the current “trend” in Florida. Also when responding if you could let […]
» Read moreSpecial Authorization form 4506 – CLICK HERE. Must be sent to the IRS within 60 days of signature on the form. Include $57.00 for each tax year requested. Address for taxpayer must match tax records. Include any past addresses. Name must also match the taxpayer; include any other names used. Deceased or incapacitated taxpayers must have a Proof of Executor […]
» Read moreRequires Special Authorization form 3288 – CLICK HERE. Can not use the language “any and all”. Send to Subject’s local office, using the locator on the Administration’s website. Must be received by SSA within 60 days of claimant’s signature. Proof of disability is required if subject is over 18 and unable to sign legibly. Deceased or incapacitated claimants must have […]
» Read moreOn July 3, 2012 I told you guys about this situation relating to the tax for paralegals from the City of Miami. You can see the original post here: https://miamifrp.com/occupational-licenses-or-business-tax-receipt-btr-for-paralegals-in-miami-and-ft-lauderdale/ Several people have responded and said that the tax only applies to independent paralegals who are working on their own providing services… If this DOES turn out to be true, the […]
» Read moreA few months ago I participated in a diet trial for Womans World Magazine and was quoted in their July 23, 2012 issue which is currently on shelves. A few of you commented on my recent weight loss, and now you can see how I did it. I lost 6 pounds during the 7 day trial and have kept the weight […]
» Read moreYou may have noticed two new sections here at LPR. The Book Store and the Document Bank. Check them out if you haven’t already. The Book Store is a collection of books available for purchase through Amazon.com that relate to the paralegal profession – including various study guides for both the NFPA and NALA certification exams, e-books relating to the profession, audio books […]
» Read moreAttorneys Dennis Kennedy and Allison Shields have a new book coming out about LinkedIn. There is an article about it in the Daily Business Review which you can read HERE. The book offers tips and tricks to mastering your LinkedIn profile. While this book was written for attorneys, this kind of branding works just as well for paralegals and other […]
» Read moreAdministrative Order 06-41 Civil Action Summons (B) Form for Personal Service on a Natural Person Civil Court Brochure Civil Court Brochure Appellate Section Civil Cover Sheet Claim of Exemption and Request for Hearing Complaint for Replevin Final Disposition Notice of Commencement of Action Plaintiff Statement Residential Eviction Summons Statement of Claim (Co-Maker) Statement of Claim (Auto Negligence) Statement of Claim (Back Rent) Statement of […]
» Read moreU.S. Bankruptcy Court – Southern District of Florida INDEX Acknowledgment of Responsibility and Registration Form Full Attorney Privileges (LF-95). Acknowledgment of Responsibility and Registration Form Limited Filer (LF-96). Acknowledgment of Responsibility and Registration Form Trustee (LF-94). Affidavit of Auctioneer (LF-22). Affidavit of Claimant (LF-28). Affidavit of Proposed Attorney for Debtor in Possession (LF-17). Affidavit of Proposed Attorney for Trustee (LF-18). […]
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