Where to find lawyers
- Referrals from people you trust.
- Your state bar’s lawyer referral service.
- Legal aid organizations (if you qualify).
- Free case review services like ours.
Check their record
Look up the lawyer on your state bar’s website to confirm they’re licensed and to see any public discipline.
10 questions to ask
- How many cases like mine have you handled?
- What are the possible outcomes?
- Who will actually work on my case?
- How do you charge, and what does it include?
- What costs might I pay besides your fee?
- How long will this likely take?
- How will you keep me updated?
- What do you need from me?
- What are the risks?
- What should I do (and not do) right now?
Get it in writing
Always ask for a written fee agreement.
