After Arizona became one of the first states to allow non-lawyers to share fees with lawyers and own a law firm, Alex Karam helped businesses understand how the changes affect them. Writing for In Business, Alex addressed the opportunities and potential challenges these changes present.
Alex outlines the pros and cons of paying referral fees and working with non-lawyers in legal situations. He also explains that even though legal paraprofessionals can offer more affordable services for simple legal matters, they are not required to possess a law degree nor operate under an attorney’s supervision. Alex encourages businesses with more complex legal challenges to thoroughly vet any legal paraprofessional before using their services.
Alex, who is admitted to the Arizona American Bankruptcy Inn of Court and Arizona Thurgood Marshall American Inn of Court, is a transactional attorney focusing on bankruptcy and corporate law. In addition to helping financially distressed businesses and individuals resolve their problems, he helps small and mid-sized businesses navigate challenges and growth opportunities at every stage of development.