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Do I really need a Lawyer?

This is the first question you should ask yourself. In some cases you can handle the problem without hiring a lawyer. 'However, if the situation involves a major problem like being slapped with a lawsuit or charged with a crime you probably need a lawyer.

What kind of Lawyer do I need?

A lot of lawyers specialize in one area of the law. General practitioners, however, have a wide varying range of matters that they handle. If your legal matter involves a specialized area of law like family, bankruptcy, taxation or patent law then you need to contact a specialist. If you are dealing with a general matter then a general practice lawyer should be able to help you. Make sure to ask your attorney whether he or she specializes in an area of law before you decide to hire them.


. How much do lawyers charge?

Attorney fees can cost a pretty penny depending on what type of case you have and how much time an attorney will spend on your case. There are several different types of fee arrangements including hourly, flat fees and contingent fees. Hourly fees are calculated by multiplying the amount of hours an attorney works on your case by the attorney's hourly rate. Contingent fees are fees that allow the attorney to receive a certain agreed upon percentage of any judgment amounts received by you. A fixed rate places a set price for the services an attorney will provide to you. Attorney fees are usually calculated without including court costs and filing fees that are usually paid up front by the client. Always ask potential attorneys to explain their fees and billing practices prior to engaging their services.