Choosing the right attorney is important for a lot of legal matters, but when custody of the kids and many other financial issues are on the line, it’s critical.
Below is a list of some of the important things to look for when interviewing and hiring a family law attorney:
- Prioritize their experience with similar cases: Do they practice only family law? Do they practice several different areas of law? How long have they been in practice? Hiring an attorney that practices only family law is key.
- Strong communication skills: How do they primarily communicate? What is the response time? Does this person clearly explain legal options? Is this person having an open line of communication with you? You are oftentimes dealing with urgent issues in family cases, and stressful situations, so quick response times are critical.
- Comfortability and trust: You will be sharing sensitive and important information about your life with your attorney, so having a sense of comfortability is key. Ask yourself – is this the right fit for me?
- Creativity: Sometimes, creative solutions are the best way to get your case resolved in an amicable and cost-effective manner. Can this person be creative and offer creative advice?
- Understanding local laws: Different jurisdictions have different rules and guidelines, so hiring an attorney that is familiar with those rules will help your case.
- Fee structure transparency. Hire someone who will be transparent when it comes to fee structure and billing practices, including hourly rates, retainer fees, and invoices.
- Availability: Ensure that the attorney that you hire has the availability to take on your case and readily respond to your concerns. Ask the attorney about their caseload.
- Agreeing with you. Do not hire an attorney just because they agree with you on everything. A good attorney’s job is to provide counsel and guide you towards a wise course of action, even if it differs from your preconceived ideas.
Contact us to schedule a free consultation with one of our experienced family law attorneys to discuss the next steps in your case: info@familylawsolutionsmn.com or https://familylawsolutionsmn.com/contact/
