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Different Lawyer For Different Needs: How To Pick The Right One?

The Seeker by The Seeker
December 28, 2019
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Most of us don’t really have any expertise in legal matters or medical issues. That’s why we seek the help of a lawyer whenever life throws us a curve ball the same way we seek doctors whenever we have issues with our health. But just as doctors have a plethora of specialties, you can’t go to a divorce lawyer and expect them to handle your car accident claim. The field of law contains many specialties, each of which contains more subspecialties. You can only end up with the right lawyer by knowing where to look for them.

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To find the right lawyer who fits your needs, here’s what you need to do:

1-Identify Your Legal Problem

The first thing you should do is identify your problem and understand where it falls on the spectrum of law. There are so many specialties in law, so start with the bigger classification of the problem. Some of the law specialties are as follows:

  1. Civil Rights Law
  2. Business Law
  3. Criminal Law
  4. Family Law
  5. Health Law
  6. Labor Law
  7. Personal Injury Law
  8. Real Estate Law
  9. Tax Law

 

Depending on your problem, you’ll seek a lawyer specializing in its field of law. To understand how this operates, let’s say that you’ve been injured as a result of other people’s negligent actions. Your course of action will be to locate a personal injury attorney to take on your case. The accident you’ve been exposed to can be a motor vehicle accident, product liability, medical malpractice, wrongful death claims, or personal liability. All of these are subspecialties in personal injury law. You can find a personal injury lawyer with comprehensive experience or seek a specialist in your specific case.

2-Check Out the Lawyer’s Experience

Once you understand your legal needs, you’ll narrow down your search to find the best lawyer to represent you. This depends largely on one thing: the experience they have. You’ll need to evaluate them for yourself, and you can do that by inquiring about the following:

  a) Specialty

Are they practicing general law or are they specialized in your problem? The more specialized they are, the better they’ll be at handling your case.

  b) Similar Cases

Ask them for previous similar cases, they’ve worked on. What were their results?

  c) Reviews

You should never trust their word blindly. You’ll be putting your fate in their hands, so before you’re able to give them your ultimate trust, make sure they’ve earned it. Check out their online ranking and the testimonials of previous clients. Good reviews are always a good indication, and bad reviews are very worrisome.

  d) Area of Operation

The lawyer you hire should be familiar with your own state regulations, as laws vary greatly between states and countries. Unless your issue is on a global or national level, you’ll want a locally-operating lawyer.

  e) Type of Services

How exactly does the lawyer operate? Are they working alone or do they have the support of strong networks and employees? Seeking a law firm can be more efficient than hiring an individual lawyer working on many cases at once.

3-Skills to Look For

A lawyer is so much more than their work experience. The lawyer will be your main point of contact for many months. They’ll be your ultimate source of guidance, advice, and relief. If you don’t feel personally compatible with them, then it may be a sign that they’re not right for the job. They should be highly-skilled in personal relationships, with a strong interpersonal skill set in communication and professionalism.

4-Discuss the Lawyer’s Approach with Your Case

Before you start working on your case, you’ll be able to evaluate the qualifications of the lawyer by the way they approach you. A good lawyer will inquire in-depth details about your case without missing any important details. In turn, they’ll create a solid plan and share all the details with you.

5-The Cost

The cost of a lawyer can be a very limiting factor in your decisions, so make sure you’re fully aware of their fees. Many reputable lawyers charge contingency fees, meaning that they won’t charge you unless they win your case. Others operate on an hourly basis. Depending on your problem and the lawyers you’re seeking, their fees can vary greatly.

Picking the right lawyer is essential in getting the best results. Your first step will be to identify your legal issues and understand the niche of lawyers you’ll be targeting. Afterward, you’ll be comparing between different lawyers in terms of experience, skills, approach, and costs. After collecting information and comparing your options, you’ll be able to find the right lawyer for your specific needs.

 

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