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February 11th, 2025
An initial consultation with a lawyer typically involves discussing the details of your case to identify your legal options. Consultations require some preparation, honesty, and an understanding that legal advice cannot be given until a contract is reached.
Doing all these things can help make the consultation run smoothly, allowing you to decide whether a lawyer is right for you.
After scheduling a set time and place for your consultation, often there are a few key documents that need to be prepared beforehand. Collecting relevant information to summarize your case during the consultation can include:
Your consulting lawyer may also send you a questionnaire to complete before the consultation. Using all of this information to create a timeline for your consultation can help streamline your meeting, allowing you to focus on asking questions and assessing your consulting attorney.
Preparing questions to ask your consulting lawyer is crucial to evaluating their legal knowledge and experience. Asking about fees, the process for your case, potential outcomes, and similar experiences the lawyer has could address any concerns you may have. This can make the consultation more productive and give you valuable insights so that you can make a decision about your lawyer.
Prior to the consultation, giving thought to the desired outcome of your case is important to share with your lawyer. Outlining a clear goal for your attorney—whether based on receiving compensation, settling a dispute, or protecting your rights—will enable your lawyer to think strategically about how to reach your desired end goal.
It is important to be realistic about your goal or open to altering it so that you and your lawyer can start off on the same page and communicate clearly.
Taking time to prepare for your initial consultation with your lawyer is an early step to success. Organizing evidence, creating a timeline, preparing questions, and setting realistic goals helps ensure a productive consultation with your attorney.
If you are seeking a case or have a legal issue, consider seeking legal guidance. Contact Bordas & Bordas today to schedule a free consultation with our experienced team.
