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You may wish to consult with The Law Office of David A. Lerman regarding your legal problem. Nevertheless, neither sending us an email or other electronic communication nor contacting us by telephone can by itself create an attorney-client relationship between us. Rather, until we have signed a legal services agreement with you, we do not represent you and are not your legal counsel. Any information that you receive before we have signed a legal services agreement is provided solely as a courtesy. Further, any such information may not be based upon all facts relevant to your problem.
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