How to Find an Excellent Personal Injury Lawyer

Setting Standards

To find a personal injury lawyer, first, list out your needs.

You will save yourself a lot of research time by choosing what matters most to you in advance.

When you’re finished, you can limit your search to only the lawyers who meet your needs.

3 Questions to Answer BEFORE You Begin Your Search

Set your standards by asking yourself these three questions.

1. What can I afford to pay before I win?
2. Do I need a lawyer who with a formidable amount of experience?
3. Do I need to begin my case as soon as possible?

 

What can I afford to pay before I win?

Budget is an important consideration and the first one you should consider.

In the personal injury area of law, many cases are paid on contingency. That means that the victim does not owe any lawyer fees unless and until the case is won. Do not make the mistake of thinking that means that fighting a case is free.

Lawyers may require certain expenses to be covered while the case is ongoing. You may also lose money if you are pulled away from work for required hearings.

You need to decide how much you can afford so that you can explain that limit to any law offices you contact in the next step.

Do I need to begin my case as soon as possible?

Some of the finest lawyers and firms are also the most in-demand.

You need to decide whether your case needs to move forward as a first priority, or if you’re willing to wait for someone who can bring unique value to your case.

Time is an important factor in many cases. There are deadlines for reporting injuries and filing lawsuits.

The longer you wait, the more likely it is that witnesses will forget events, lose records or move to other places.

Great lawyers are worth waiting for, but great lawyers also have less to work with if you wait too long.

 

 

Searching for a Lawyer

To find a great accident injury lawyer, you need to use the right resources. Don’t waste time flipping through ads.

There are far more efficient ways to find the exact type of lawyer you need.

• How do I find a good lawyer online
• How to find good lawyers using Bar Association resources
• Can I trust personal recommendations?

 

 

How do I find a good lawyer online?

 

There are many resources for finding good lawyers online that are legitimately helpful. The following resources may help you refine your online search...

• Websites for any lawyer’s groups that serve your city
• High-end legal services review sites
• Websites for advocacy groups related to your injury

 

All of these resources can be found using simple Google searches. There’s no way to provide direct links to them because they will be different for each city.

If you are concerned about access to your attorney, don’t forget to use Google’s map results to see all of the lawyers closest to you.

How to find good lawyers using Bar Association resources?

The Bar Association is the body that protects the licensing and reputation of lawyers. Each lawyer must be registered with their state’s association. They must answer to the organization if they are accused of any ethical lapses.

The Bar Association isn’t simply about judging lawyers, it’s also there to support them and help them find clients that are a good match.

That’s why many state bar associations have contact numbers and emails for people who need help finding the right lawyer.

Bar Associations can use their member records to help you find lawyers that match your case.

Contact your state bar to learn more.

 

Can I trust personal recommendations?

Yes, personal recommendations from other people who have gone through cases should be considered more valuable.

They are more credible than anonymous reviews that you can find online.

You should take the time to speak to anyone you know who has worked personally with a lawyer after peresonal injury.

They may be able to connect you to someone who is close by. As an added benefit, they will be able to tell you things about working with the attorney that you will not learn from any other source.

Even if you receive enthusiastic recommendations, make sure you speak to any lawyer for a long time before you sign a contract for representation.

Meeting Potential Lawyers in Person

You should meet with at least a few lawyers before you decide who will represent you.

Many people drawn to the legal profession are naturally charismatic. It’s easy for them to leave you with a great impression even if they don’t meet all your needs.

Let yourself adjust by taking at least 3 or 4 consultations. This will give help you determine what every potential lawyer agrees on, and what they don’t. You will get a good feel for whether everyone thinks your case will be successful.

Initial consultations are often free. Take advantage of this opportunity to ask as many questions as possible. The more you learn about your case, the more informed you’ll be when you finally decide which attorney you’ll hire.