When facing legal matters, most people require the advice and expertise of a lawyer; however, finding an appropriate one may prove challenging. Here are some things to keep in mind when choosing your counsel:
Step one in finding an attorney is compiling a list of potential candidates. Ask friends and family for recommendations before visiting FindLaw’s Practice Areas page to locate an attorney with relevant experience for your situation.
Fees
There are a variety of fees associated with hiring a lawyer. Some are flat fees (like writing a will), while others are calculated based on how long a lawyer spends working on your case or project. Be sure to ask how they charge and what each fee covers – for hourly charges ask if they work alone or with clerks and paralegals as this could impact if you will need to be charged extra for other workers who contribute their services; additionally inquire whether regular bills are provided and what these bills include (note that advertised fees such as “simple divorce – $150”, “bankruptcy -from $250” may exclude court costs filing fees, legal expenses incurred along the way).