No one ever plans on legal trouble, but sometimes it does happen. If the legal trouble is complicated or involves lots of money, you might not know how to deal with it without a lawyer.
However, finding a good lawyer who can help you handle your particular problem may not be easy. Don't expect to locate a good lawyer by solely reading an advertisement. There is not enough information in this source for you to make a wise judgment. 
So how to find a good lawyer? Here are five effective ways to help you find a lawyer, as well as what questions you should ask during your first meeting with him or her to select the best one for your case.

How To Find A Lawyer:

1. Personal Referrals

Talk to your friends, family members, colleagues, and other acquaintances to see if they know any lawyer they can recommend.

2. Lawyer Referrals

You can also ask a lawyer you trust. Even if they are not familiar with the area of law in which you need legal help, they may be able to recommend someone who can deal with your case.

3. Make Full Use Of Online Services

Many sites offer a way to connect with your local lawyers. You just need to do a simple online search, answer a few questions about your case, and leave your contact information, then the right type of lawyers will contact you directly.

4. Consult Lawyer Directory

Check your state or local bar association's attorney directory, which provides a list of lawyers in your area.

5. Turn To A Law Librarian

A law librarian may help you identify authors in your state who have written articles or books on a particular legal subject.

Try any or some of the methods mentioned above, and you’re sure to get some attorney options. But meanwhile, you may feel confused as to who will be the best attorney for your case. You need to interview each of them personally. Below are some of the important questions to ask:

What Questions To Ask Before Hiring A Lawyer

Do you offer a free consultation? If not, how much does the initial meeting cost?

How much experience do you have in cases similar to mine, and what were the outcomes of those cases?

Are there any other ways like mediation or arbitration to solve my problem?

Have you ever been disciplined for attorney misconduct?

What services do you provide? What are your fees? How are the fees calculated (by the hour, half-hour or otherwise)?  Are your fees negotiable? How do you expect to be paid?

How much time can you spare to solve my case? How often can I hear from you?

More Considerations When Hiring A Lawyer

Aside from asking questions, there are also many other things to consider:

When you go for your consultation, pay attention to details, including how professionally you are treated, if his or her personality is compatible with your own, and if you feel comfortable working with him or her.

Reading what previous clients have said about the attorney can also help you make the right choice.

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