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ASK YOUR ATTORNEY BEFORE YOU MEET
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- How long have you been in practice?
- What kind of law do you normally practice?
- Have you dealt with this specific kind of case before? How many times?
- Would you handle my case personally, or someone else from your office?
- What % of cases like mine have you won or settled in favor of your clients?
- Can you give me 5 references from previous clients that I may contact?
- Is there a fee for an initial in-person consultation?
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AT YOUR FIRST MEETING
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- What do you see as the strong points and weaknesses in my case?
- What do you think the outcome of this suit will be?
- Do you believe that we can settle out of court?
- Do you think that this case will go to trial?
- What could I stand to win or lose (monetary or otherwise)?
- How long do you think this case will take, from start to finish?
- Will you consult me before making any important decisions on my case?
- How often will we be in touch throughout the process?
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CHARGES FOR SERVICES
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- How do you charge for your services (hourly, contingency, etc.)?
- Will you sign a written fee agreement before we begin my case?
- Do you expect an up-front retainer to start this case? How much?
- What do you estimate my total cost to be?
- When do you expect payment (increments, at the end of the case, etc.)?
- Will I get itemized billing throughout the process or at the end of the case?
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