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Choosing an Attorney for Your Criminal Case
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When the time comes to choose a criminal defense lawyer , never select one based simply on their advertising. Many individuals do so only to find their case doesn't receive the attention it deserves or they are unable to contact their attorney in the event of an issue. What should a person consider when choosing a professional of this type? How can one distinguish among the many attorneys offering their services? Following are some tips to keep in mind when making this decision.
Interaction
First, never hire an attorney over the phone, and don't settle on the first person willing to take on the case. It's best to set appointments and meet with multiple attorneys before choosing one to represent you. This not only allows you to ask questions of the attorney, but offers an inside look into how the firm works, the staff available to support the attorney and assist the clients, and more. In addition, never hire an attorney you don't feel comfortable with even if they appear to have the most experience or the best track record. A legal case may drag on for months or years, and a person should feel comfortable with the attorney representing him or her and be able to keep the lines of communication open.
Experience
While it is true that all attorneys go to law school and complete the same exam before receiving their license to practice law, each attorney does typically choose certain types of cases he or she takes on regularly. For example, one attorney may choose to focus on personal injury cases while another works only on criminal law cases. Be sure to ask each attorney which types of cases he or she normally takes on and the percentage of their practice that is dedicated to this type of case. The experience gained in these cases can be of great help in establishing your defense.
Never rush the process of selecting a criminal defense attorney . The individual who represented a friend or family member may not be the right person for your case. For this reason, a person charged with a crime should always meet with three or four attorneys and spend time discussing the case with these professionals. Those who do so typically find taking the time to carry out this task makes the decision as to who to hire much easier, and they are more satisfied with the results once the case has been resolved.
Interaction
First, never hire an attorney over the phone, and don't settle on the first person willing to take on the case. It's best to set appointments and meet with multiple attorneys before choosing one to represent you. This not only allows you to ask questions of the attorney, but offers an inside look into how the firm works, the staff available to support the attorney and assist the clients, and more. In addition, never hire an attorney you don't feel comfortable with even if they appear to have the most experience or the best track record. A legal case may drag on for months or years, and a person should feel comfortable with the attorney representing him or her and be able to keep the lines of communication open.
Experience
While it is true that all attorneys go to law school and complete the same exam before receiving their license to practice law, each attorney does typically choose certain types of cases he or she takes on regularly. For example, one attorney may choose to focus on personal injury cases while another works only on criminal law cases. Be sure to ask each attorney which types of cases he or she normally takes on and the percentage of their practice that is dedicated to this type of case. The experience gained in these cases can be of great help in establishing your defense.
Never rush the process of selecting a criminal defense attorney . The individual who represented a friend or family member may not be the right person for your case. For this reason, a person charged with a crime should always meet with three or four attorneys and spend time discussing the case with these professionals. Those who do so typically find taking the time to carry out this task makes the decision as to who to hire much easier, and they are more satisfied with the results once the case has been resolved.
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