Comparing one Bankruptcy Lawyer to another in your Area

For most of those who are faced with bankruptcy, some find it particularly challenging to make an informed decision about the right attorney to hire. However, even when faced with the dire pressure of a financial crisis, it is important to make a cool and collected decision when choosing a lawyer. Avoid Bankruptcy Mills Some legal practices have become known as “bankruptcy mills,” as they focus on churning and burning as many cases as possible instead of fulfilling the specific needs of individual clients. Although it can be hard to identify this without being a bankruptcy lawyer yourself, reading reviews and interviewing several different lawyers can substantially reduce the possibility of this occurring. A Comfortable Relationship Even if a lawyer is well qualified, it is essential to feel comfortable when engaging with them. If you are nervous with the lawyer to client relationship it may be challenging to fully express the details necessary to defend your case. Specialization in Bankruptcy Law Many lawyers agree to represent any case that comes their way, regardless if it relates to their specialty. Investigate the percentage of cases that a lawyer has represented that are particularly related to bankruptcy law. According to Bankrate.com, “Technically, any attorney can handle a bankruptcy, but in practice, only those who usually handle such cases are worth using. But clients shouldn’t use the length of an attorney’s career as an indicator of their expertise. The better question to ask would be: What percentage of the lawyer’s practice constitutes bankruptcy and how many cases has the lawyer filed?” Take the time to contact us at Savage law if you have any questions about comparing the availability of a bankruptcy lawyer if your area.