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The Big Advantage of Legal Representation with Relevant Expertise
McGregor & Oblad PLLC by Tina Cauller
By providing ethical , honest and straightforward representation the attorneys of McGregor & Oblad are proud of their commitment to put their clients in the best possible legal , financial and emotional position . From left : Griffin Osmond , Joseph McGregor , Jason Hirst and Joshua Bishop .
As a dentist , do you really need a lawyer ?
It has been said that he who represents himself has a fool for a client . A dental practice is a substantial investment , and while there is no law that says you have to hire an attorney to navigate the various business transactions involved in running a dental practice , the help of a legal professional with relevant expertise can mean the difference between preserving the value of your investment and losing all or part of what you have worked hard to build . And , while overlooking a small detail can leave behind a legal landmine that may surface unexpectedly in the future , diligent attention to every detail can position a practice for future success .
But do you really need a dental lawyer ?
You may already have a relationship with a lawyer who has helped you manage legal issues outside your practice . Maybe you have a lawyer in the family , have a friend who practices in some area of law , or an old roommate who ended up in law school . But , now that you are considering a move that will impact the future of your dental practice , you wish you had an added measure of confidence that your attorney was precisely the right choice for the job .
If you are like most people , you view enterprises that require an attorney in about the same light that your patients view a root
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