Guide to Hiring a Lawyer

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Guide to Hiring a Lawyer

First Decide what type of lawyer you need!

Ask your friends and relatives if they know a top notch attorney with extensive
experience in the area of practice you require.

Reputation and Experience

While the yellow pages and TV ads help… Make sure that the lawyer is well known
and has a reputation for honesty, integrity and excellence. When consulting with an
attorney, verify his practice areas and find out about his personal experience and track record.

Ask Questions

Ask questions up front to verify the attorney’s experience, credentials and integrity.
The lawyer should answer all your questions to your satisfaction so that you feel
confident that the lawyer will in all probability obtain a favorable result.

Trial Experience

Make sure that the lawyer actually goes to court (some don’t). Make sure that the
lawyer you choose handles all important matters and at least personally supervises all routine matters to your satisfaction.

Make sure you know who will be handling your case and that you are satisfied.

Understand your Case!

Make sure you know generally how your case will be handled, what is the goal, and
what strategy will be used to achieve that result.

Be Confident With Your Selection

Make sure you feel comfortable and reassured that you have made the best selection.

Be Informed

The lawyer should keep you informed of all important developments as they occur.

Professionalism

Make sure that the lawyer has sufficient staff and operates his office in a professional manner and is using the latest technology and equipment.

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