How Do I Hire the Right Attorney?
Hiring the right attorney is important. It can be confusing. If you do some research and ask the rights questions, it will be easier and you’ll make a good decision.
Ask around – your friends, co-workers, and family. They can be good resources, especially if they have hired a lawyer to help them.
What questions should you ask? Who should you ask?
Ask the lawyer you’re thinking about hiring before you decide who to hire. In other words, interview the lawyer. Ask about the lawyer’s experience. Has he or she tried a case to a jury? Your case will likely be decided by a jury if it’s not settled so you want a lawyer who tries cases to a jury. How many jury trials has the lawyer tried? When were those trials? What were the results? Did he or she win?
Are you comfortable when meeting with lawyer?
Do you have confidence in him or her as you interact with them? Is there a professional atmosphere about their office? Is the lawyer and staff professional? Do they care about you – really care about you and your legal issue?
Be clear on the issue of fees. You and the lawyer want to be clear on that important subject. How will fees be charged: by the hour, on a contingency basis, or something else. When will you be billed and how? What about costs incurred beyond the lawyer’s time? When will you be expected to pay? What can you/should you do if you have questions about the bill (you should ask)?
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Don’t be shy. Ask all the questions you want to ask. Make sure that your lawyer puts in writing whatever agreement is reached. You’re making an important decision and you want a lawyer who genuinely appreciates how important you and your legal issue are.
You’re making an important decision and you want a lawyer who genuinely appreciates how important you and your legal issue are. Contact Beardsley Jensen & Lee today to learn more about why our team is the right choice.
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Even before I became a client I was taken care of. It was a long battle but I can honestly say I never felt worried, I knew I had an entire team working for me. It didn't matter at what point we were in the legal process, I was always well protected.- Shannon H.
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This was my second case working with the Beardsley Law Team after an auto collision. They were knowledgeable, professional, and personable and kept me informed every step of the way. They are amazing!- Deanine R.
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Brad Lee and his team are amazing and really stood up for us when we needed it! We always knew what was happening and he always took the time to explain the process and set clear expectations. No question or concern was too small.- Brad & Tara F.
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I was in a severe workplace accident. Became permanently disabled. I lost everything. The team of Beardsley, Jensen & Lee went to bat for me. They answered every question I had. I do not know what I would have done without them.- Troy H.
