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Family Law
We provide counsel and representation in all family law matters, such as contested and uncontested divorce, child custody, child and/or spousal support, division of assets, and domestic violence.
Immigration Law
Teper Law Firm LLC helps individuals and businesses worldwide with all of their US immigration needs. We proudly serve clients seeking help with visas, green cards, citizenship, and immigration litigation.
Estate Planning & Probate
We help individuals plan for the future by providing personal service in all aspects of estate planning and estate administration, including wills, trusts, probate, guardianships, living wills and powers of attorney.
What We Do
We Provide Expert Legal Advice and Representation
to Individuals and Families
Who We Are
Our philosophy is that sound legal advice requires a thorough understanding of client's objectives and goals. Only after learning your legal needs and objectives, we will draw upon our experience and resources to advise you of your options and to help you best realize your legal goals.
We will keep you constantly informed about your case and its progress. Because we are a small firm, everyone here will be up-to-date on your case, so no matter who you talk to, you can get answers to your questions and be assured your case is moving forward in the way you expect.
If you are ready to get started on your case, call us or email us now. After an initial consultation, we will get to know you and determine how best to address your legal matter. We will help you understand exactly what your options are so we can work together to achieve a positive resolution to your problem. You are important to us, and we will treat you with respect while working tirelessly on your behalf. In short, we seek to be an integral part of your success.
When you face a complicated problem, you need sound advice and practical, timely assistance. When you are faced with a legal problem, your best source of advice and assistance is a capable attorney. Better yet, an entire team who will work to protect your rights, and does not just look at you like another case number.
Our team understands that no two cases are the same. We are prepared to investigate, research, conduct discovery, mediate or litigate. Addressing everything from legal crises to your day-to-day needs, we will do our best to find a workable solution to help you.
We are a small boutique law firm committed to professional excellence and great client service.
Our mission is to provide outstanding legal services and superior value, while maintaining the highest level of professionalism, integrity and ethical standards.
We will help you understand all your options so that you can make informed decisions regarding your legal problems and your life.
No matter what kind of legal help you need, excellent customer service is what you will get with us. We provide comprehensive legal assistance in family law, immigration law, and wills & estate planning to individuals and small businesses. By keeping our focus on these select areas of practice, we are able to manage our time effectively and provide a level of personalized service to each of our clients.
When you need local representation from a lawyer who will look out for your rights and financial interests, the Teper Law Firm LLC is the place to go. With our flexible appointment availability, you will be able to get help from our office when the time is right for you.
Contact our office to schedule a personalized, no obligation consultation.
We can also help those who do not speak English. We have staff members who can speak Spanish and Polish and we offer translation services for those who speak other languages.
Frequently Asked Questions
Some people assume that any lawyer will be able to provide whatever legal services they need. While technically this is true because a lawyer is licensed to practice law (there are a few exceptions where further licensing is required), the law is so vast and ever changing, that it has become nearly impossible for any one attorney to keep up with all areas and complexities of the law, or for a single lawyer to effectively provide legal services across each different area of law, that is why it is so important for any client to find a lawyer that fits his or her specific needs.
Also, lawyers and law firms are not interchangeable. They have different levels of experience, some have special skills and certifications, and some do not litigate. The ideal attorney for you is the one who has the legal knowledge and experience you need, helps you understand the process, communicates and negotiates well, solves problems creatively and is experienced in your specific court system.
The selection of an attorney is important not only to the ultimate outcome of your case, but also to how your case progresses from start to finish in terms of stress level, cost, and length of time.
There are a lot of attorneys out there, so you will have a lot of choices. As such, while making your selection consider attorney’s area of expertise, experience, and personality.
Identify the potential need for an attorney early. If you know a legal problem is a strong possibility, it is worth your time to start looking for an attorney early. This way, you will be familiar with one that you like before you are in a high-pressure situation. Otherwise, your selection may be driven by who has the time to meet with you, who you can afford at this moment, rather than who is the best fit for you.
Reach out to those you trust. Googling “best divorce lawyer” or “best immigration lawyer” will only help you find the attorneys with well ranked websites, or those who are good at marketing their services, but not necessarily those with the best skills. You may be better off asking for recommendations from other professionals or friends and acquaintances who worked with lawyers in the past. Take those recommendations with a grain of salt though, as there is no lawyer out there that wins 100% of the time, or that everyone trusts and loves. You do not need to find “the best lawyer ever” – you need to find the best lawyer for you.
Hire a specialist. Look for an attorney that handles your type of a problem, for example look for a divorce lawyer, when you are getting divorced. Specialists are best situated to assess your case properly because they have the most relevant knowledge and experience to handle your type of a case efficiently. They also are more up-to-date on changes and trends in the particular area of law.
Find someone you can work with. The outcome of your legal matter may have a profound impact on your future. This makes it very important to choose an attorney who you are comfortable working with, and who has the demeanor, expertise and commitment to meet your needs. You should have a reasonable degree of confidence in the attorney you choose. You will have to discuss very personal information, so you need to feel you can be open and candid. There also needs to be a good fit between your personality and that of your attorney. The attorney-client relationship is one that requires close interaction and cooperation, so personalities that clash can have a devastating impact on the professional relationship. It is also important to consider an attorney’s approach to cases; for example, is he or she casual, antagonistic, or business-minded? This approach should be consistent with the way you wish to have your case handled.
The attorney-client relationship usually lasts many months, making it crucial to choose an attorney whom you feel comfortable. You must also consider whether the attorney’s background and experience suits your needs. And remember your lawyer’s job is to help you with your legal problem, not to stroke your ego and become your best friend. A realistic lawyer who is trying to help you, will tell you flat out when your expectations are unrealistic or if you have no case at all.
It is understandable for individuals to want to resolve their legal problems quickly and move on with their lives as soon as possible. As a result, some may be tempted to try to take care of their legal issues by themselves and without getting professional representation. It is crucial to understand the pitfalls of trying to handle your case on your own.
When you retain the services of attorney, you are essentially ensuring that you are not taken advantage of by the other side. If the other side is not cooperating, the attorney must be prepared to take the case to court. Knowing that you are willing to go as far as necessary to ensure justice by obtaining legal counsel often means that the opposing side will deal more reasonably right from the beginning.
While some legal problems can be tackled on your own, there are some matters that are best handled by a lawyer. At the very least talk to a lawyer about major life events or changes, for example:
- being arrested for a crime;
- being served with documents related to a legal proceeding or lawsuit;
- being involved in a serious accident causing personal injury or property damage;
- a change or pending change in family status, such as divorce, birth, adoption, or death;
- a change or pending change in financial status, such as filing for bankruptcy or getting or losing valuable personal property or real estate.
Yes, because we understand the importance of communication and transparency between an attorney and each and every client. Therefore, we strive to communicate with each client however they feel it is best to communicate, and we do so as often as reasonable, considering budgetary constraints and other factors. Legal matters, lawsuits especially, have a way of stretching out over extended periods of time and clients often feel anxious and want to make sure everything that can be done is getting done. Receiving daily updates can prove very expensive for a client and may lead to additional frustration, so we strive to obtain balance with each client so that they are receiving timely information and know that their case is progressing according to a strategy.
Not every legal matter requires the use of an attorney. Some of the things lawyers do, you can do for yourself, provided you have the time and inclination to learn how. However, many people facing a situation involving a legal dispute stand to benefit from being assisted by an experienced lawyer.
So what can our firm do for you?
- we will listen to you and figure out the best solution to your problem
- we will give you legal advice and real world evaluation of your case
- we will explain the legal process and procedures to you
- we will explain all the risks to you
- we will prepare you for trial
- we will represent you in court
- we will negotiate on your behalf to help you reach a resolution or satisfactory agreement or fair settlement with the opposing party
- we will keep you updated and informed of the status of your matter
- we will keep your information confidential
Testimonials
We work tirelessly to earn your trust, and we work even harder to keep it. We also work very hard to make a positive difference in the lives of our clients. But don’t simply take our word for it. Here are several testimonials from our former clients.
"I was very happy with the representation I received. You're the best attorney I ever had! Really!!!
I know where to go if I need an attorney in the future."
- George N.
"Thank you, Natalia For Everything And For Going Above & Beyond For My Daughter and I"
- V.V.
"I had a great experience working with Teper Law Firm. I was always treated with the respect and each person from the firm was always very helpful and willing to answer all my questions."
- Lilian K.