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12 Questions To Ask Your Potential Lawyer

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Here is a handy checklist of basic questions to ask before you hire a lawyer:

  • What is your experience in this field?

  • Have you handled matters like mine?

  • What are the possible outcomes of my case?

  • What are my alternatives in resolving the matter?

  • Approximately how long will it take to resolve?

  • Do you recommend mediation or arbitration?

  • What are your rates and how often will you bill me?

  • What is a ballpark figure for the total bill, including fees and expenses?

  • How will you keep me informed of progress?

  • What kind of approach will you take to resolve the matter - aggressive and unyielding, or will you be more inclined to reach a reasonable settlement?

  • Who else in the office will be working on my case?

  • Can junior attorneys or paralegals in the office handle some of the substantive legal work at a lower rate?

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