Q Why should I have a lawyer represent me?

They can better explain the law.

They can better help you evaluate your options.

They may have argued your type of case before and have improved their technique.

Q2. What type of lawyer do I need?

Your best bet is to select a lawyer who specializes in your trouble area. If you're having problems in the aviation field, you would be wise to select an aviation lawyer. This field requires a great deal of expertise and a great aviation lawyer most likely will have encountered problems you may have regarding your case in previous cases and have a ready solution.

The best lawyers practice in a select number of areas and perfect their craft as they continue their practice. Beware of lawyers who practice in too many areas of law.

Q3. How do I find a good lawyer?

The best way to select a lawyer is by word-of-mouth. Talk to friends or relatives about a lawyer they may have used and who they can recommend.

2. Select one from the Lawyers.info website.

3. Call the local Bar Association lawyer referral program.

4. Use your intuition. Does the lawyer you're speaking to seem intelligent? Believe it or not, there are many lawyers who are not very intelligent; They are book smart, but may have no common sense. These lawyers make the same mistakes over-and-over again.

Q4. What should I tell my lawyer during our first meeting?

A good summary of what occurred. Your lawyer does not have time to read a novel about your case. Any type of physical evidence that clearly shows the other party is up to no good is a huge plus. You may think this information is obvious, but it's not.

Q5. Where can I find complaint information about lawyers?

Because the locations vary, your best bet is to call the State Bar Association. They can lead you in the right direction.

Q6. How do I file a complaint against a lawyer?

The complaint locations vary from State to State. Your best bet is to call the State Bar Association and ask them.

Be aware that your complaint must be conclusive. The regulatory agency frowns upon frivolous complaints. It is recommended that you send sworn affidavits of the attorneys misconduct and activities.

Q7. What questions should I ask my lawyer?

Have you ever represented a case like this before?

2. How many cases have you won?

3. How much do you charge?

4. What is your retainer fee?

Q8. What should my first concerns be with respect to my case?

Statute of limitations. Time is ticking with respect to your ability to sue for wrong doing. Ask your attorney the statute of limitations with respect to your case.

2. Writing down what happened. You should write down what happened because you may forget what happened over time.

3. Getting your paper work. If you were wrongfully terminated and are going through arbitration, you are entitled to your paperwork to defend your self.

Q9. What goes on during the arbitration process?

During arbitration, you go through two hearings with the company that fired you. If the company doesn't give you your job back during these hear ings, your case then goes to an arbitrator.

Q10. Do I need expert witnesses?

Expert witnesses can give your case strength and credibility. They are generally people who have a great deal of expertise in your field.

Q10. Do I need expert witnesses?

Q1 How long do proceedings last?

Q12. How much do lawyers charge?

The amount lawyers charge for their services vary. Be sure to ask them.

Q13. What is a retainer fee?

Lawyers want their fees up-front. This is called a retainer fee. As they perform their service to you, they deduct their fees from this deposit. When this deposit runs low, the attorney will ask for additional retainer fees.

Q Why should I have a lawyer defend me?

They can better explain the law.

2. They can better help you evaluate your options.

3. They may have argued your type of case before and have improved their technique.

Q2. What type of lawyer do I need?

Your best bet is to select a lawyer who specializes in your trouble area. If you're being charged with armed robbery, you would be wise to select an criminal attorney who has tried a case like yours' before. This area requires a great deal of expertise and a great criminal lawyer most likely will have encountered problems you may have regarding your case in previous cases and have a ready solution.

Q3. How do I find a good lawyer?

The best way to select a lawyer is by word-of-mouth. Talk to friends or relatives about a lawyer they may have used and who they can recommend.

2. Select one from the Lawyers.info website.

3. Call the local Bar Association lawyer referral program.

4. Use your intuition. Does the lawyer you're speaking to seem intelligent? Believe it or not, there are many lawyers who are not very intelligent; They are book smart, but may have no common sense. These lawyers make the same mistakes over-and-over again.

Q4. Where do I find complaint information about lawyers?

Because the locations vary, your best bet is to call the State Bar Association. They can lead you in the right direction.

Q5. What is a public defender?

A public defender is an attorney provided by the court to represent persons charged with criminal offenses, who cannot afford to hire their own attorney.

Q6. Are public defenders real lawyers?

Yes, Public defenders are licensed lawyers who have completed law school.

Q Why should I have a lawyer defend me?

The public defender's office handles criminal charges only. If the police have arrested you and given you a ticket that charges you with violating a law, then the public defender's office can help you.

Q Why should I have a lawyer defend me?

When you go to court, you can be assigned a public defender if you ask for one and if you meet the qualifications.

Q9. If I am in jail, how do I contact a public defender?

If you are in jail, you can call the public defender's office collect.

Q10. If I am out of jail, what should I do?

After you appear in court and are assigned a public defender, you must go immediately to the public defender's office for your initial interview.

Q1 If I am out of jail, what should I do?

After you appear in court and are assigned a public defender, you must go immediately to the public defenders office for an interview.

Q12. What happens after I have been assigned a public defender?

Once a public defender is assigned to represent you, your attorney will prepare your case. If you are in jail, a representative from the public defender's office will visit or call you. Your case will be investigated and your attorney will meet with you before your court appearance to explain your case to you and answer all of your questions.

Q13. When should I call my public defender?

You should call your public defender when you have any additional information or to give the names and addresses of any witnesses that may be able to help your case.

Q14. Should I discuss my case with anyone other than my public defender or a representative from the office?

No. It is very important that you do not talk to anyone about your case without your public defender being present or without him/her giving you permission to do so.

Q15. If my case is bound over to a higher court, will i keep the same public defender?

No. However, you may request a new public defender from that court system.