The legal world can feel intimidating, especially if you’re unfamiliar with legal terms, paperwork, and processes. That’s where legal services come in. Legal professionals provide the guidance and protection you need to navigate everything from real estate transactions to lawsuits and business compliance.
Without proper legal support, you could face serious consequences: financial loss, contract issues, and legal penalties. The right attorney helps prevent those problems, protecting your rights and your peace of mind.
In this guide, we’ll explore the most common legal services and highlight how Mountain View Law serves individuals, families, and businesses across Vermont with trusted, knowledgeable representation.
What Are Legal Services?
Legal services refer to the professional advice and representation that attorneys provide to help people handle legal matters effectively and lawfully. These services can include:
- Legal advice and consultation
- Court representation
- Contract drafting and review
- Dispute resolution
- Real estate closings
- Wills, trusts, and probate
- Business formation and compliance
Attorneys ensure your actions and agreements are legally sound, reducing your risks and helping you move forward with confidence.
Practice Areas at Mountain View Law
At Mountain View Law, we offer legal services in a wide range of practice areas, each handled with care, diligence, and personal attention. Our core areas include:
- Real Estate Law
- Estate Planning
- Business Law & Administration
- Personal Injury
- Civil Litigation
- Criminal Defense
- Family Law
- Trademark Applications
Let’s take a closer look at each of these areas:
Real Estate Law
Real estate law deals with the legal matters related to the buying, selling, and leasing of property. From residential closings to commercial disputes, real estate law is about making sure your property matters are secure and legally binding.
Who is a Real Estate Attorney?
A real estate attorney is a legal professional specialising in matters related to property, real estate transactions, land use, zoning laws, and disputes involving real estate. These attorneys help buyers and sellers ensure their deals follow the law and provide legal support for leasing, financing, and property transfers.
What We Handle
At Mountain View Law, we guide you through the legal issues related to buying or selling property. Some of the key responsibilities of a real estate attorney include:
- Title searches and lien checks
- Contract drafting and review
- Property closings and document execution
- Land use, zoning, and lease disputes
When to Hire a Real Estate Lawyer
Here are common situations when hiring a real estate attorney is strongly advised:
- Buying or selling a home or commercial property
- Facing tenant-landlord disagreements
Cost Structure
- Flat fees for closings or contract reviews
- Hourly rates for complex or disputed matters
Estate Planning
Estate planning involves preparing for the distribution of assets after death. Estate Planning Lawyers help create wills, trusts, and other documents to minimise taxes, avoid legal issues, and ensure your wishes are carried out. At Mountain View Law, we offer comprehensive estate planning services to help you protect your legacy.
What is an Estate Planning Attorney?
An estate planning attorney helps individuals and families create legally binding plans to manage their assets after their passing. They assist with wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and ensure wealth is distributed according to the client’s wishes while minimising taxes.
What We Handle
At Mountain View Law, our Vermont estate planning attorney handles a comprehensive range of estate planning matters, including:
- Wills and trusts
- Durable powers of attorney
- Health care directives
- Probate avoidance and tax planning
When to Hire an Estate Planning Attorney?
Here are key situations where hiring an estate planning attorney is essential:
- Starting a family and wanting to name guardians for your children
- Buying property or acquiring significant assets
- Creating or updating a will or trust
- Planning for retirement or long-term care
- Experiencing major life changes like marriage, divorce, or the loss of a loved one
- Aiming to reduce estate taxes and avoid probate delays
Estate Planning Fees
- Flat rates for standard estate plans
- Hourly billing for complex estates or ongoing trust management
Family Law
Family law refers to the rules and regulations that focus on legal matters related to relationships, marriage, and children. Family disputes can be emotionally challenging, and having legal guidance can help ensure fair and amicable resolutions. At Mountain View Law, our family law lawyer is here to support you through life’s toughest transitions with compassion and clarity.
What is a Family Law Attorney?
A Family law Attorney is a legal professional specializing in issues related to family relationships, such as divorce, child custody, domestic violence, etc. They provide guidance and support to their clients regarding family law cases. They represent clients during negotiations and court proceedings to protect their rights and get favourable terms.
What We Handle
At Mountain View Law, our Vermont family attorney handles a comprehensive range of family law matters, including:
- Divorce & Legal Separation
- Child custody and support
- Domestic violence protection orders
- Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements
Family Attorney Fees
- Flat fees for uncontested matters
- Hourly billing for contested or complex cases
Intersection Between Family Law & Estate Planning
Family law and estate planning are different legal areas, but they often overlap. Understanding this connection is important, especially during life changes like marriage, divorce, or having children. Some of the areas when the family law and estate planning intersect are:
- Divorce: Couples with existing estate plans must update legal documents, such as trusts and wills, to reflect asset division.
- Blended Families: Estate planning ensures children from previous marriages receive their rightful inheritance and helps manage spousal support obligations.
- Child Support After Death: Some child support obligations may continue after a parent’s passing, making estate planning essential.
- Prenuptial Agreements: Beneficial for couples with significant assets, helping define financial responsibilities and complement estate plans.
- Legal Advice: Since family law and estate planning are connected, consulting a lawyer with expertise in both areas is highly recommended.
Business Law & Administration
Business Administration law covers all business legal needs, from starting a company and ensuring compliance to handling contracts, disputes, mergers, and tax issues. At Mountain View Law, we provide expert Business Administration legal services to support your business every step of the way.
What is a Business Law Attorney?
Business Administration Lawyers help protect businesses from risks and also guide commercial transactions. Business Law ensures businesses comply with corporate regulations, tax laws, and employment policies.
What We Handle
At Mountain View Law, our Vermont business attorney handles a wide range of business matters, including:
- Entity formation (LLCs, corporations, partnerships)
- Contracts and vendor agreements
- Business disputes
- Intellectual property protection
Cost Structure
- Flat fees for business formation
- Hourly rates for ongoing representation or litigation
Personal Injury Law
Personal Injury refers to any harm or damage caused to you or your property due to the negligence of someone else. Personal injury law helps victims get their rightful compensation. At Mountain View Law, we provide legal assistance to personal injury victims.
What is a Personal Injury Lawyer?
A personal injury lawyer is a legal professional who specializes in representing individuals who have been injured due to the negligence or intentional wrongdoing of others. A Personal Injury Lawyer ensures that victims receive financial support for medical bills, lost wages, and other damages. They work to provide legal compensation for all the losses due to personal injury.
What We Handle
At Mountain View Law, our Vermont personal injury lawyer handles a wide range of personal injury cases, including:
- Auto accidents
- Medical malpractice
- Slip-and-fall injuries
- Workplace injuries
Attorney Fees
At Mountain View Law, our personal injury lawyer offers flexible fee structures to suit your needs:
- Contingency basis: you don’t pay unless we win
- Flat rates for case evaluations or minor claims
Civil Litigation
Civil litigation is a legal process that involves legal disputes between individuals or businesses that are non-criminal. Civil litigation focuses on resolving conflicts through financial compensation or court-ordered actions rather than criminal punishment.
What is a Civil Litigation Lawyer?
Civil litigation Lawyers, also known as litigators, represent their clients in civil lawsuits. These lawyers specialise in handling cases that do not involve criminal charges but rather legal conflicts between individuals, businesses, or organisations.
What We Handle
At Mountain View Law, our Vermont civil litigation lawyer handles a wide range of cases, including:
- Contract disputes
- Real estate disagreements
- Employment claims
- Consumer protection matters
Fee Structure
- Hourly rates for most cases
- Flat fees for defined services
Criminal Defense
Criminal defence is the legal representation of individuals or entities accused of criminal activity. Facing criminal charges can be overwhelming, and having the right legal representation is crucial to protecting one’s rights.
What is a Criminal Defence Lawyer?
A criminal lawyer defends individuals charged with crimes such as theft, assault, DUI, or drug offences. They investigate cases, negotiate plea deals, represent clients in court, and advocate for reduced penalties or case dismissals when possible.
Cases We Handle
At Mountain View Law, we provide criminal defence services for clients facing misdemeanour and felony charges, ensuring fair treatment under the Law.
- DUI and traffic offenses
- Drug charges
- Assault and theft cases
- Juvenile offenses
Cost Structure
- Flat fees for misdemeanors
- Hourly rates for felonies and complex cases
Trademark Applications
A Trademark application is a crucial part of protecting intellectual property rights for individuals or businesses. Trademark law protects businesses and individuals by securing exclusive rights to their brand names, logos, and slogans. We assist clients with filing and defending trademark applications to prevent unauthorised use of their intellectual property.
What is a Trademark Attorney?
A trademark attorney is a legal professional specialising in matters related to trademarks. Trademarks help to distinguish our products and services from competitors, which will help to build brand recognition and trust among customers.
What We Handle
At Mountain View Law, our Vermont trademark lawyer provides a wide range of services, including:
- Trademark searches and clearance
- USPTO application filing
- Trademark monitoring and enforcement
Fee Structure
- Flat fees for trademark filings
- Hourly billing for disputes and litigation
Bankruptcy Law
Bankruptcy law provides individuals and businesses with a legal pathway to regain financial control and eliminate or restructure debt. At Mountain View Law, we offer compassionate and experienced guidance to help you understand your options and protect your future.
What is a Bankruptcy Attorney?
A bankruptcy attorney is a legal professional who helps clients understand and navigate the complex legal process of filing for bankruptcy or pursuing debt relief. They evaluate financial situations, explain available options, and represent clients in court proceedings or negotiations with creditors.
What We Handle
At Mountain View Law, our Vermont bankruptcy attorney offers a full range of services to support clients in financial distress:
- Bankruptcy Alternatives
- Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
- Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
- Business Bankruptcy
- Foreclosure Defense
- Creditor Harassment Protection
Cost Structure
- Flat fees for most Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 filings
- Flexible payment options based on case complexity
Conclusion
Whether dealing with real estate transactions, estate planning, business law, or personal disputes, having legal guidance minimizes risks and helps you avoid costly mistakes. Legal services play a vital role in ensuring individuals and businesses comply with laws while protecting their rights.
If you’re having trouble with any legal matters in the great Vermont region, Mountain View Law is dedicated to providing expert legal support across various practice areas. We ensure that you’ll receive reliable and effective legal representation no matter what legal issues you’re dealing with.
FAQs on Legal Services
What is the Right of First Refusal in Real Estate?
Right of First Refusal gives a specific party the first opportunity to purchase property before the seller can offer it to others.
Do I Need a Real Estate Attorney?
Yes, especially when buying or selling property, dealing with zoning issues, or resolving disputes over titles or leases.
How Can I Legally Play Music in My Business?
You’ll need a license from ASCAP, BMI, or another performance rights organization or use royalty-free tracks with commercial licenses.
What is Business Litigation?
Business litigation involves legal disputes between companies or individuals over contracts, trademarks, or partnerships.
Need Legal Help? Contact Mountain View Law Today
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