i going to a lawyer on july 14th could anyone give me good advice i am very nevous
2006-07-08 02:20:38 · 6 answers · asked by joey 4 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
not really scared of the person scared of the title behind the person title lawyer
2006-07-08 02:22:49 · update #1
everone knows that lawyers have a lot of power and a lot of them will play head games with you
2006-07-08 02:32:14 · update #2
i am going to ask the lawyer i am seeing about a flat rate i would say i have the right to ask abiut it
2006-07-08 02:54:29 · update #3
Well, I'm an attorney. I don't know what your case is about, so I don't know what kind of lawyer you're going to see. But remember that your lawyer works for you -- you are the boss. You ultimately make the decisions about your case. Some attorneys forget that our title is not "attorney at law." It's actually "attorney and counselor at law." Most of us forget the "counselor" part. It doesn't do you much good if your attorney understands what's going on in your case, if he or she doesn't take the time to put you at ease and explain to you what's going on in your case. You should feel comfortable with your attorney. If you don't, then find one you do feel comfortable with.
Remember that lawyers are just regular people, who happen to have gone to school for a long time and learned a bunch of stuff about the law. So what? I don't know a damn thing about plumbing, or automotive repair, or how to dance worth a damn. Different people know different things -- it's no reason to be intimidated by them. The lawyer you're meeting has the same insecurities and worries as everyone else. Maybe his hair is thinning and he's self-conscious about it. Maybe she's worried that her boyfriend or husband is cheating on her. Maybe he's worried about paying his bills, or that his mother is sick. Maybe she's worried about losing weight. Lawyers are just regular people. Heck, most of my clients call me "Jimmy" and meet with me while I'm wearing shorts and a t-shirt. Relax and remember that your lawyer works for you, and his job is to solve your problem. He's on your side.
2006-07-08 02:36:26 · answer #1 · answered by Jimmy the Saint 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's not like going in for major surgery. A good lawyer will put you at ease and try to get from you all the information needed to give you good advice. If the lawyer seems not to be treating you and your case properly, say goodbye and find another lawyer.
Many lawyers, like clients, are afraid to talk about fees and charges. Don't be. If it is a concern, ask up front about legal fees and ask how telephone calls are billed. A lot of lawyers charge 15 minute minimums for a call that lasts only 10 seconds.
Also do not be shy about asking how many of your type of case the lawyer has handled, and how long the lawyer has been in private practice.
2006-07-08 09:27:11 · answer #2 · answered by thylawyer 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I concur with the other two lawyers who have responded. We are regularl people with special skills, nothing more. If your lawyer can't make you comfortable about the case and your business relationship, you can always find another lawyer.
The California State Bar has a lot of good information on selecting the right lawyer for you. Check out the link below.
2006-07-08 09:57:25 · answer #3 · answered by Carl 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You said it yourself. You are not afraid of the person, just the title. Forget about the title, present yourself to the person. State the facts as you know them and the conversation will flow from there.
2006-07-08 09:25:08 · answer #4 · answered by banker lady 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What's the difference between a catfish and a lawyer?
One's a skum sucking bottom dweller, the other is a fish.
2006-07-08 09:24:05 · answer #5 · answered by a_poor_misguided_soul 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why be nervous? Give him/her ALL the facts of your case even if you think they are not relevant. Be honest and be prepared to be realistic about your chances of success.
2006-07-08 09:23:59 · answer #6 · answered by charleymac 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋