Whether you’ve been injured due to someone else’s carelessness or find yourself facing criminal charges, the outcome of your case may depend on having the right legal team on your side. In many cases, they may be the only ones representing your interests, so which law office to hire is always a decision that must be made carefully. Meeting with several potential candidates and asking a variety of questions can ensure you get the high-quality legal representation you need.

4 Questions to Ask When Meeting With a Law Firm

Will You Be the Attorney Managing My Case?

Unfortunately, many larger law offices typically assign some cases to junior partners or other attorneys, so the person you meet may not actually be the one managing the day-to-day affairs of your case. If so, ask to meet with the individual you’ll be working with before hiring the firm.

How Much Experience Do You Have?

The longer an attorney has been practicing law, the better equipped they will be to anticipate problems, address issues before they arise, and help achieve the best possible outcome for your case. A law office with a long-standing reputation for quality service will also have a wider professional network and more resources at their disposal.

Have You Handled Cases Like Mine?

Each area of the legal system is distinct, requiring a unique skill set and knowledge base to successfully navigate. Ask how many cases like yours the attorney has taken on and what outcomes they were able to achieve for those clients.

Do You Have References?

Any reputable law office should be glad to provide the contact information of satisfied clients who can give positive reviews. Once you receive them, follow up and actually contact the individuals on the list. While past performance is never a promise of future results, they can give you a clear idea of what to expect from an attorney.

The attorneys at James T. Kratovil Law Offices, PLLC are dedicated to providing clients throughout Charles Town, WV, with unparalleled legal service across a broad array of practice areas, from personal injury to estate planning. To discuss your case and learn how they can help, visit their website or call (304) 728-7718 today.