Legal Tips FAQs

• Q: Under What Circumstances Should I Hire A Lawyer?
  A: If you are accused of committing a crime, charged with drunk driving (DUI), or party to a lawsuit, you definitely need a lawyer. You should contact a lawyer right … More
• Q: What Is A Retainer Agreement?
  A: A retainer agreement with a lawyer is like a down payment, it can be used to guarantee that the lawyer will be readily available to work on your particular case, … More
• Q: What Does A Flat Fee Agreement With An Attorney Cover?
  A: A flat fee is used most often by legal clinics and some law firms or lawyers for routine legal matters, like drawing up a simple will or handling an uncontested … More
• Q: Which Is The Best Lawyer For My Legal Situation?
  A: Finding the best lawyer for your legal situation is similar to making any other major financial decision; you need to do some comparison shopping. Search for a Lead … More
• Q: How Should I Prepare For My Meeting With The Lawyer?
  A: Before the meeting, make notes about your legal situation so you can easily go over the important points with the lawyer. Bring the names, addresses and telephone … More
• Q: What Is A Contingency Fee Agreement?
  A: In a contingency fee agreement the client is not charged an up front fee but agrees to give the lawyer a certain percentage of the money received if you win or settle … More
• Q: Is An Initial Consultation With A Lawyer Confidential?
  A: Yes.  Many lawyers provide free initial consultations to determine if the client has a case and for the client to determine if they want to hire the … More
• Q: How Do I Know Which Lawyer To Hire?
  A: It depends on how you feel after meeting with them. How comfortable do you feel with the answers the lawyer provided to your questions? If you asked the lawyer how … More
• Q: What Other Things Should I Consider Before Hiring The Lawyer?
  A: Some things to consider including asking the lawyer whether he/she will work on your case personally or have another member of the law firm handle all or part of it. … More
• Q: When Hiring A Lawyer Should I Consider The Lawyers Age?
  A: Decide based on how well you feel the lawyer can handle your case, rather than being concerned about their age.  Just remember that even though a lawyer may have … More