5 Questions to Ask Your Family Lawyer
Hiring a family lawyer is a big decision in, what could be, a monumental time in your life. When you hire a family lawyer, you want to make sure they are the best fit for you and your needs. Each lawyer has their own way on how to approach each case they take on. A good lawyer will be happy to answer any questions you may have with a free consultation before you hire them for your case.
How much experience do you have in family law?
Finding a lawyer that has experience in the area that you are pursuing is a great way to start your case on the right foot. They will know the best way to approach the case in that particular area better than a lawyer who does not usually practice in that area. You need to make sure that you are comfortable with the amount of experience they have in the area that you are pursuing.
What will this case entail?
Unless you have been through this situation before, you most likely do not know how it will exactly work from start to finish. They will be able to walk you through a rough outline of what will go on in each aspect of your case. This is also a good time to ask if what you are wanting is reasonable or possible. Obviously, they will not know exactly how things are going to go until the case starts, but they may have an idea if it is even possible to get the outcome you are looking for with the information that you have given them at that time.
Can I afford this family lawyer?
A big question that is on everyone’s mind is, can I afford this case? Every lawyer has different pricing, some may charge by the hour, some may charge a set amount for a type of case. Also, ask how they bill their clients. Will they ask for a portion upfront, per month, or at the end of the case. You don’t want to be surprised with any bills that you were not expecting.
Do you predict any big problems?
After going over the basics of your case, they might be able to let you know if they already foresee any big problems coming up in the future of your case. This will give you a heads up on what to expect when the time comes and prepare yourself for that time. It will also help you know what you need to gather more information or documents about for your lawyer.
What are the possible outcomes for my family case?
After going through your case, ask what they foresee as possible outcomes. Make sure you are okay with the possible outcomes you are given. Your case might not have one of these outcomes, but this will give you a good idea of how they will approach the case and what they are working towards.
Here at Phillips and Sellers, Attorneys at Law, we strive to provide you the best legal counsel possible. We are experienced lawyers that are here to help you work through any situation in your life. Contact us today to book a free consultation to discuss any questions that you make have with your family law needs.
