Six tips to choosing the right attorney

Choosing the right lawyer for you and your case will probably be the most important decision you will have to make following your arrest. Choose the right one and you can expect to obtain the best possible result for your situation. Choose the wrong one and it can lead to disaster.

Tip 1 - Ask everyone you know for referrals.
You will soon begin to see the same names appear again and again as experts in the field of law related to your case. These are the lawyers you should call for an interview.

Tip 2 - Shop around.
You would never buy a car without shopping around and comparing, so why choose the first lawyer you meet? Many attorneys will not charge you for an initial short interview, so it makes sense to spend some time to make sure you have the right person to represent you.

Tip 3 - Make an appointment and go to the lawyer's office for a personal interview.
It is important to look the lawyer in the eye when discussing crucial issues involving your life. A good "connection" between you and your lawyer important.

Tip 4 - Be honest with your lawyer.
Tell him or her everything, even if the truth hurts. The lawyer cannot help you if he or she does not know everything about your case.

Tip 5 - Ask the lawyer to be honest with you.
Insist that he or she tell you the truth, even if it is not what you wan to hear. Be open to hear the truth, even if it is unpleasant.

Tip 6 - Ask the lawyer to tell you exactly what the fee will be for your case.
Ask also what exactly this fee will cover and how and when the attorney would like to be paid.