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When the expertise of a lawyer is considered, all we conclude is that it is a highly complex legal matter that is being dealt with. Many people who may be in a legal situation for the first time may be intimidated by coming face to face with a legal practitioner.
Treat your first meeting with your attorney as if it were a “blind date.” You may have contacted her, but you still need to get to know each other better to decide whether or not to pursue a professional relationship. In fact, meeting with your attorney is one of the most important steps that will ultimately make or break your case. Here are some tips that will help you make it a successful meeting, whether you hire him or not.
Dress properly and come on time.
It’s not about you trying to be impressive. It is about this meeting being a business consultation. You will be dealing with a professional who wants to do business with you, so he deserves to be heard and noticed. Just like you, Legal Hawk looks forward to working for a respected client.
Ask about his background.
Your attorney’s area of expertise or experience is probably the single biggest factor in determining his or her ability to defend or represent you. Ask about the lawyer’s background, the law firm he is at, his clients and the cases he has handled.
Share relevant information.
Your lawyer is dying to know what your case is. It’s best that he knows about it from the start, and it’s in your best interest to be honest. The information you share will be subject to attorney-client privilege and you are protected by confidentiality clauses under law. Initially, your lawyer will present the big picture to you and give you a legally correct path.
Don’t hesitate to ask about fees.
Hiring a lawyer is not cheap. You may have to pay a lot of fees and expenses, and you certainly don’t want to be unpleasantly surprised during the duration of the case. Ask about retainer fees, consulting fees, hourly rates, and miscellaneous fees such as printing and recopying documents. Also, if you decide to hire a lawyer, he/she may ask for a retainer to undertake the work for you. Be clear about your financial situation, and make sure you can afford to pay for more in the future.
Do not show lack of cooperation.
The legal practitioner you are speaking with should be able to “read” you and see how you will cooperate within the duration of the case. You can expect some general questions related to the case to be thrown at you; Try to answer them honestly and reciprocate your interest in him.
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