What to Consider when Choosing a Lawyer

Choosing the right lawyer for your situation and needs is extremely important. You may be asking yourself, “What kinds of things should I consider?”

Whether you’re looking for help dealing with a legal issue, estate planning, going through a divorce or starting a business, here are some key factors to consider when selecting a lawyer:

1.     Location- One of the first things to consider is location. Where is the firm’s located?

2.     Do your research! Go online. Talk to your friends and neighbors and ask who they’d recommend. Most people have to interact with the law at one time or another so maybe they have a recommendation. Ask people in your area who they’ve used and liked. Look at ratings on Google. Reputation matters!

3.     Look for areas of law or specialty. Lawyers usually have a primary area of focus like estate planning, civil litigation, and domestic relations matters. Ensure you retain an attorney who understands your situation's legal process and is an expert in that particular area of law. 

4.     Short-term or Long term representation – Do you need a lawyer on retainer? Do you have a short-term lawsuit? You need to determine whether you need continuing or short-term representation. Drafting documents involves a few interactions with a lawyer, whereas a civil suit can require years of contact.

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