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and in civil cases, in which one party is suing another.
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help. It’s not always obvious whether an issue is a legal matter or something
that can be resolved without involving the court system. A lawyer will help you
answer these initial questions.
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and has experience in the specific area of law for your issue. For example, a
divorce lawyer may not be able to help you if you are considering declaring
bankruptcy for your business, but a bankruptcy lawyer who understands bankruptcy
and business law would be a perfect match. Reputable lawyers will be upfront
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consist of only one lawyer, while some firms retain hundreds. There are many
different types of law firms, some of which focus on very specific issues, while
others may be more general. For instance, a large corporate firm may not help if
you only need a lawyer to review a contract or a few documents, but may be the
right choice if you are filing a personal injury suit against a large company.
If your legal issue involves only small sums of money, or a few documents, a
small firm may be more cost-effective. The size of a practice may also determine
how quickly you will be able to actually speak to your potential lawyer; larger
offices may require you to schedule your initial consultation through a lawyer’s
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SHOULD LOCATION BE A MAJOR FACTOR IN MY SEARCH FOR A LAWYER?
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want an attorney who understands the regulations for your location. On the
practical side, you will also want a lawyer who has an office that is convenient
for you to travel to. Some lawyers are willing to travel to meet you, but may
also charge for travel time. It’s usually a good idea to find a lawyer located
in your geographical area. Besides legal knowledge of state and local laws,
lawyers also have practical local knowledge. Lawyers in specific cities or towns
will also have connections to helpful agencies in that city, which will expedite
the process of resolving your issue.
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settlement, so be sure to discuss payment options with your lawyer before
signing a fee agreement. Most lawyers are also willing to set up a payment plan,
if necessary.
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A fee agreement, or representation agreement, is a payment agreement between a
lawyer and a client. It can consist of several pages, or simply one page
outlining the agreement. This document covers key issues such as how much you
will be expected to pay for services rendered, how the lawyer will be paid, the
timeline of payment, and which lawyer (if a multi-lawyer firm) will work on the
case. Be sure to read the fee agreement carefully before signing it, so you know
exactly what is expected of you and your lawyer.
COMMON PAYMENTS ACCEPTED BY ATTORNEYS
GLOSSARY OF COMMON COSTS WHEN HIRING A LAWYER
* Consultation Fee: A lawyer may charge for you first consultation meeting, but
be sure you know the charges before you hire a lawyer. Ask about Consultation
fees before you make an appointment, and how the fee is calculated (i.e. by
the hour, half-hour, or otherwise).
* Contingency Fees: A contingency fee means that your lawyer only gets paid
this fee if there is a favorable result in your case—a court win or a
settlement in your favor. Typically, but not always, these fees consist of
around 1/3 of the total settlement or judgment.
* Flat Fees: A flat fee means that the lawyer charges one price for each
consultation, or for an entire case, no matter how much time or work it
takes. Be sure to ask other lawyers for comparable rates if offered a flat
fee.
* Hourly Rate: Lawyers often charge an agreed-upon hourly rate for their work,
and the work of their assistants. The hourly rate applies to both
face-to-face consultations and behind-the-scenes work on your case. A good
lawyer will usually be able to estimate the required number of hours per case
in advance.
* Retainer Fee: A retainer fee is an advance payment to an attorney towards the
hourly rate in a specific case. Your attorney will place the retainer fee
into an account, and deduct money as work on your case progresses. These are
usually non-refundable if you choose to terminate the case early.
* Statutory Fee: Sometimes, state or local law determines a set amount that you
owe your attorney for certain services, like bankruptcy cases and probate
issues. A court may also set a statutory fee, though this isn’t standard.
* Court Costs: Be sure that you know whether, and how much, you will owe in
court costs for your legal issue. A good lawyer will be able to estimate
court costs in a given situation, and whether or not you will be able to
obtain court costs from an opposing party in a favorable settlement or
judgment.
* Filing Fees: Courts charge money for people to be able to file lawsuits and
other court actions, like divorce and bankruptcy. Ask your potential lawyer
to explain these fees before you sign a fee agreement.
* Secretarial Time: Lawyers charge different hourly rates for their own work
and the work of their secretaries and paralegals. Be sure to ask about the
difference before you decide to hire a lawyer and sign a fee agreement.
* Delivery Fees: In some cases, lawyers use courier services to deliver legal
documents to opposing parties and to the court. Ask about potential delivery
fees before you sign a fee agreement.
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WHAT QUESTIONS SHOULD I ASK BEFORE I HIRE A LAWYER?
WHAT PERCENTAGE OF THEIR CASES DEAL WITH ISSUES LIKE MINE?
This is an important question that a reputable attorney should have no problem
answering. You want to find a lawyer that has experience dealing with your
specific issue, and this question will help you determine whether a lawyer is
right for you. Feel free to ask for specific statistics, and for their average
verdict/settlement numbers in cases similar to yours.
HOW MUCH EXPERIENCE DOES THIS LAWYER HAVE? WHAT IS THEIR RECORD?
Lawyers, like all professionals, will have varying degrees of experience.
Understanding a lawyer’s previous experience is essential to understanding how
they can handle your case. You’ll want to ask how many years the lawyer has been
practicing. A lack of experience doesn’t necessarily make for a bad lawyer,
though, especially if they have experienced lawyers around them. This is why
you’ll want to ask about their workload: do they handle many cases? How much of
each case do they personally oversee, and how much do they delegate to
assistants?
HOW WILL A LAWYER CONTACT ME?
Make sure you and your attorney are on the same page about communication. Ask
about their preferred communication methods, and whether they are willing to use
your preferred communication methods. Does the lawyer you are considering hiring
accept (and respond to) communication via email? Will they respond if you send a
text? Make sure they respond promptly (within 24 hours) to your initial
inquiries--you don’t want to hire a lawyer who won’t return your calls or avoids
prompt communication about your case.
WHAT IS THEIR AVAILABILITY, SHOULD I NEED TO CONTACT THEM?
It’s especially important to understand a potential lawyer’s availability. Will
they be going on a three-week vacation in the middle of your case? Do they take
phone calls after business hours? Do their legal assistants have a way to
contact them if they are not in the office? You should have a good sense of how
and when your lawyer will be available to communicate with you.
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