Question we get all the time: How do I find the best workers’ compensation lawyer? This is a variant of another question we are asked all the time by family and friends: How do I find the best lawyer for my issue? The real question should really be: How do I find the right lawyer for me? The answer is always the same to these questions.
There are a few things you want to consider when looking for a lawyer for your issue. The first is responsiveness. A lawyer who is hard to get in contact with or who does not call you when they say they will is probably going to be a problem for you. Lawyers who have a quick response time and hold true to meetings they make are lawyers you want to look to hire. Those are lawyers you will be able to depend on. And you need to be able to depend on your lawyer.
The second thing you will want to consider is that the lawyer actually answers the question you are asking. Too many times people leave a meeting with a lawyer and do not have the answers to their questions. Lawyers who give vague and ambiguous answers will be problematic. You want to look for a lawyer who is going to give you upfront and straight answers to your questions.
The third thing you want to consider is how you actually feel sitting with that lawyer. Did you get a good vibe being in the meeting with them? Or did they make you feel uncomfortable? Some people report feeling like their lawyer talks down to them or is condescending in their tone. Others report feeling like their lawyer totally understands and respects where they are coming from. You want to look for the latter. If you get a bad vibe during that initial meeting with the lawyer, it is probably best to keep looking.
A final area to look at is, of course, costs. Not all lawyers charge the same price. Not all lawyers charge for an initial consultation. Some lawyers will charge you by the hour. Others will charge a flat fee for a service. Workers’ compensation lawyers and personal injury lawyers work on a contingency fee. This means that those lawyers do not get paid unless you get paid. The rates vary depending on specialty, so do not expect all injury lawyers to charge the same. That is not saying it is best to get the cheapest lawyer. You may be better off paying more if the lawyer seems like they will handle your issue better. You just want to factor cost into the equation.
It is important to remember that there is no one right lawyer for everyone. All lawyers have different styles. It is important to talk to a couple of different lawyers before signing on at one firm. Some lawyers can have a great education and background of experience, but you do not like the way you are treated at their firm. Other lawyers can have a less prestigious background, but they make you feel comfortable and heard. You want to focus on communication and feeling comfortable that your lawyer is going to work hard for you. There is no right or wrong answer for the best lawyer for you. There are things to look out for, but it is ultimately up to what fits best with you.
If you have more questions, you can check out our video or contact the firm to speak directly with a lawyer today.