When you’re faced with any issue that requires legal representation – be it an employment tribunal, a family legal case or something far more severe, choosing your legal representation is one of the biggest choices you’ll make. After all, if you truly believe that you have a chance of winning your case, you want the very best representation for the money you can spare.
But with so many television adverts showing “no win no fee” personal injury lawyers and similar, how do you choose between them all – what makes one different from any other? Here is a five-step guide to choosing your legal support team that you should consider before choosing your lawyer. After all – your life is in their hands in the courtroom!
Specialist
A lot of lawyers have members that have different focuses – some might be experts in family law, others employment and so on – so you want to ensure that the firm representing you has someone who is an expert in your legal field. After all, you don’t want to be represented in a case that could see your ex-partner gain sole-custody of your children by someone who works predominantly on disputes over housing applications.
Experience
You also want people that are experienced both in court, and in dealing with cases like yours. While you may feel that your legal case is completely unique, the chances are that some lawyers have worked on almost identical cases in the past and this will be far more beneficial to you than a relative novice.
Professionalism
When you first approach a legal firm you want to get the feeling that they are professional and capable of providing you with everything you could need in order to win your case. You want to see that they are busy dealing with high profile cases as opposed to simply “no win no fee” or “compensation culture” clients, helping to change people’s lives for the better by winning your case.
Personal Approach
One of the most important factors in your decision, you want to feel as though you can speak in a friendly manner with your legal team as opposed to only dealing in a formal, professional manner. If you can be relaxed and talk freely together, you’ll soon get the feeling that your lawyer is on your side. For a case study on why a personable lawyer is key, read this article on lawyer Morgan Chu.
Personal Interest
You also want to feel as though they have a genuine interest in your case, not just a financial one. If you get the deep-down feeling that your solicitor is there for you and really passionate about your case, they’re much more likely to take that passion into the courtroom – something you’re much more likely to benefit from.