How to Choose an Injury Lawyer

Choosing an attorney is a case-specific decision. The goal is to understand who will handle the matter, what experience is relevant, how communication works, and what the written fee agreement provides.

Questions to Ask

• How many cases like mine have you handled? Experience in your specific type of case matters.
• Who will be responsible for my matter? Ask which lawyers and staff will handle the work and communicate with you.
• What trial experience is relevant? Ask how the lawyer approaches investigation, negotiation, litigation, and possible trial.
• What is your fee structure? Ask how contingency-fee terms and case costs are handled before representation begins.

Points to Clarify Before Hiring

• Promises of a specific outcome or dollar amount before factual review
• Pressure to sign before you understand the proposed representation
• Unclear answers about attorney fees, case costs, or the written agreement
• No clear explanation of relevant subject-matter or jurisdictional experience