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Jennifer Lane, experienced Intellectual Property, Litigation attorney in Seattle, WA with 1 reviews
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23 Nov, 2011 by Fred
Jennifer Lane was recommended by my company's internal IP team to write a new patent application. Although she has an engineering background, she was new to the invention subject, which relies heaviy on quantum physical chemistry. I was very impressed with how rapidly she mastered the concepts and produced a draft application. The final draft was completed with fewer corrections and much less of my own time than is usually required for our internal process.
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Jehiel Baer, experienced Appeals, Intellectual Property attorney in Seattle, WA with 1 reviews
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05 May, 2016 by Tess
A friend referred us to Jehiel Baer to help with our case against Allstate. We were pleased and impressed by his services and guidance. He walked us through the whole process, addressed our concerns, and always available for questions. We truly appreciate his honesty and willingness to help without collecting cost upfront. He got our case to dismiss quickly and made certain Allstate cannot return to sue us again. This gave us a peace of mind and helped eliminate lots of unnecessary headaches. We are so thankful to our friend for recommending us to Jehiel.
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Gary Lee Raaen, experienced Business, Litigation attorney in Seattle, WA with 1 reviews
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17 Apr, 2013 by Anonymous
I have used Mr. Raaen to represent me in a number of cases, He has always been exceptionally present, well informed, clear, patient and well-prepared when we went to court. I would trust him with my life.
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David Andrew Petteys, experienced Litigation, Probate attorney in Seattle, WA with 1 reviews
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16 Nov, 2009 by Eric
I rely on David from time to time for state and local tax planning. Any given year, my business has a number of jurisdictions where potential liability may arise. David's advice has been essential in cutting through the regulatory issues and associated risks to deliver sound, cost effective advice that we can act upon with confidence. I highly recommend David to anyone facing state and local tax issues.
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Kari Ingrid Lester, experienced Appeals, Insurance attorney in Seattle, WA with 1 reviews
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04 Feb, 2015 by Anonymous
Kari Lester is a great attorney! I felt that I was part of her team verses on the sideline watching. She kept me informed through the whole process. When you meet her she is petite and unassuming but when she is in court she becomes this feisty attorney that takes no crap (excuse my french). She responds to emails quickly and if she is unable to answer your questions in a timely manner she will have someone from her great team of paralegals reach out to you. I would recommend her to my family and friends. She is Intelligent, energetic, personable, and feisty all the things you look for in an lawyer.
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Karen P. Kruse, experienced Litigation attorney in Seattle, WA with 1 reviews
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09 Feb, 2022 by Mark
It is my pleasure to recommend Karen as employment counsel. She deftly guided us through a myriad of federal, state and local statutes and regulations when developing our company's scattered paid time off policy. She was fair on her fees, did not exceed our budget, and delivered quality work product. What else could you want in an amazing lawyer?
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Robert Aloysius Hyde, experienced Insurance, Litigation attorney in Seattle, WA with 1 reviews
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06 Jun, 2007 by Anonymous
Bob is a young attorney who is already making a good impression. He's bright, surprisingly knowledgeable for his age, and very, very well-liked and respected by his colleagues. He did much of the research and writing for important First Amendment briefs in our case, and he did an excellent job in his cross-examination of me in trial. He's a great resource to his firm and is already showing signs of becoming a truly outstanding attorney. I'm proud to have had him on our legal team.
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Steven W. Fogg, experienced Consumer Protection, Criminal Defense attorney in Seattle, WA with 1 reviews
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27 Aug, 2013 by Miko
My organization hired Steven to represent us in a major case against a large city. He did a great job of litigating this case at the trial court and in the court of appeals. Great lawyer!
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Richard Ottesen Prentke, experienced Litigation, Real Estate attorney in Seattle, WA with 1 reviews
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Renee Lynn Grant Bluechel, experienced Litigation, Real Estate attorney in Seattle, WA with 1 reviews
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07 Feb, 2014 by Anonymous
Renee and her team support me in a variety of employment situations. She is smart, efficient, and great to work with. Completely client focused. She has now gone in house and I will really miss being able to phone her for legal advice.
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Benjamin Blystad Gould, experienced Appeals, Class Action attorney in Seattle, WA with 1 reviews
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27 Nov, 2012 by Anonymous
Mr. Gould is the most articulate, patient, honest and knowledgeable lawyers I have worked with. He is efficient and well versed in the law. Mr. Gould is responsive to both telephone call and emails; he returns his calls and emails on the same day without delay. I would not hesitate to recommend this lawyer to my friends, colleagues or family.
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Lauren Parris Watts, experienced Litigation attorney in Seattle, WA with 1 reviews
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22 Jul, 2012 by Sheely
Lauren has helped our small business with everything from trademark applications to creating, reviewing, and negotiating contracts with clients and vendors. She brings meticulous attention to detail and clearly advocates for our best interests. I have most appreciated her ability to translate formal, legal writing (a.k.a. “legalese”) into the basic arguments or issues at stake, so we can make well informed decisions.
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Joseph E. Lynam, experienced Litigation, Personal Injury attorney in Seattle, WA with 1 reviews
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22 Jul, 2009 by Anonymous
Mr. Lynam provided sound legal advice, responded to urgent matters promptly, and treated me with the utmost respect. I recognize that I am a very small account and very much appreciate that I have always been treated as if my company was one of his most important clients. I would highly recommend Mr. Lynam.
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R. Darrin Class, experienced Business, Litigation attorney in Vancouver, WA with 1 reviews
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20 Jun, 2023 by Gina
A big thank you to Darren Class (attorney) and Kali from Roy Law Group for fighting for me to get my short term and long term disability claims honored by Lincoln. I noticed the money in my account today. I have been struggling financially and this means so much for both me and my daughter. I am very grateful.
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Vanessa S. Power, experienced Appeals, Business attorney in Seattle, WA with 1 reviews
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05 Jun, 2007 by Anonymous
Ms. Power is a pleasure to work with. She is a very capable attorney and, in addition, makes it a high priority to work collaboratively with in house counsel. Ms. Power adds value to the team.
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James A Jackson, experienced Estate Planning, Litigation attorney in Seattle, WA with 1 reviews
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02 Oct, 2011 by Gage sifuentes
From late 2009 - early 2011, our band, "Stabbingback", was in a legal battle regarding contracts with a record label. Legal counsel who could clearly communicate the legal preceding without alienating anyone in the process was required. Jim Jackson fit the bill to a T. From the first meeting at his office in downtown Seattle, Jim was kind, courteous, professional and very sympathetic to our situation. From the beginning, he made us priority by working with us on issues such as budget and by timing meetings set around our schedule. In fact, there was very little he was not willing to do for his clients to ensure we had the best chance for success. The one trait which really prevailed during this entire ordeal was Jim's honesty. We cannot emphasize enough how amazing it was to get the truth, good or bad, whenever we had a meeting or phone call. Questions were always answered , strategy was always clear, and details were never hidden. When a lawyer gives you bad news you expect to walk away irritated or angry, but not with Jim. He has the skill of presenting information to remind you it is not the end of the world. No dramatization. No additional stress. Needless to say, it was appreciated. The question comes up often, "Did you win?". The answer, no. But we did not lose either. We have not been able to make all responsible parties get the their just reward, but we were able to shut down the responsible record label for good. We feel like out of all the outcomes that could have come from this, ours was certainly an acceptable one. Thank you Jim for all your hard work on our case. We know without a doubt, without you, we would not have been able to do so much with so little. Thank you. Gage Sifuentes And Josie Straka
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Sean M Evans, experienced Intellectual Property, Litigation attorney in Seattle, WA with 1 reviews
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12 Nov, 2009 by Randall
Sean provided valuable guidance and advice as he helped me set up my business, and with his help, I was able to get off to a great start. I would highly recommend him to anyone seeking legal counsel.
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Kristin L French, experienced Business, Government attorney in Vancouver, WA with 1 reviews
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31 Mar, 2011 by Ian
Kristin was referred to me by my Accountant. She was very easy to work with. Very fair hourly rate.
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Douglas Ralph Williams, experienced Business, Litigation attorney in Bellingham, WA with 1 reviews
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20 Jul, 2023 by Ivan
I have had the pleasure of working with Douglas Williams with Boat Law LLP on two separate occasions, and although the reasoning behind needing his services weren't the greatest, he has always been extremely helpful and professional. He is very personable and knowledgable in Maritime Law which helps when dealing with very stressful situations. He is diligent and always gets back to you in a timely matter. In both instances working with him I have had favorable outcomes, in large part to Doug's expertise. He is definitely the kind of lawyer you would like to have in your corner and that you can trust if you find yourself needing legal services.
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Charles P. Rullman, experienced Litigation attorney in Seattle, WA with 1 reviews
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19 Apr, 2021 by Anonymous
I was not a client of Mr. Rullman but witnessed him in action during a trial he had in early 2021. I can say through out the Trial he was very professional, organized, methodical, articulate and thorough. He presented with confidence, respect and knowledge. Upon the conclusion of the trial, he was very personable and took time with genuine interest in hearing feed back. He is definitely a lawyer I would want to hire, if I had a case that was going to trial.
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David Schultz, experienced Criminal Defense, Estate Planning attorney in Camas, WA with 1 reviews
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01 Feb, 2016 by Liz
David was hired to help me with a real estate contract for a for sale by owner home purchase. David was thorough in his explanations and helped facilitate a purchase that otherwise would have been a lengthy process.
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Margaret M. Boyle, experienced Intellectual Property, Litigation attorney in Seattle, WA with 1 reviews
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25 May, 2016 by Anonymous
We worked with Margaret for over 2 years and the entire time, I do not know if it was us or her that was more passionate about winning! She kept our best interest in mind at all times, even if that meant prolonging the case. It was a very long process, but we were never worried and always incredibly satisfied with Margaret's professionalism. I've worked with a handful of attorney's and have yet to work with anyone who is as passionate about doing what is right!!!
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Jennifer Kent Faubion, experienced Litigation attorney in Seattle, WA with 1 reviews
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02 Feb, 2010 by Michal
I was very satisfied with her. I haven´t met before such a reliable and hard working person. Her advice helped me by my case a lot.
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Geoffrey Alan Enns, experienced Business, Civil Rights attorney in Seattle, WA with 1 reviews
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24 Mar, 2024 by Talisman67
Geoff's firm was recommended to me by a good friend, also a lawyer. My experience with legal issues in the past had lead me to believe that most lawyers were unapproachable and hard to understand. I had a tenant go sideways on me and legal guidance was absolutely imperative. Geoff helped me to understand what steps could be taken, and the implication of these steps. He got me through a very tough situation relatively unscathed and for that, I am grateful. Since then, I've contacted Geoff for guidance in other areas; he's always clear about the limitation of his expertise in some areas but can help me to understand the law in a way that informs my decision regarding the necessity going further. It's a huge boon to know that I have created a professional relationship with someone who is on my side; legal help is not often required, but when it is, you want to know you're working with someone you trust. I trust Geoff.
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Brian Corker Free, experienced Litigation, Real Estate attorney in Seattle, WA with 1 reviews
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10 Aug, 2007 by Anonymous
Mr. Free is a diligent, highly intelligent, client focused attorney. We are extremely pleased with the quality of his work, attention to detail, and impeccable integrity. When you need the best we recommend you contact Mr. Free.
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Zachary H Stoumbos, experienced Estate Planning, Litigation attorney in Vancouver, WA with 1 reviews
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31 Mar, 2022 by Michael
Zack has done tons of work for my wife and I real estate investing.. Zack is super sharp on all land laws.. Thank you Zack you have save us money and time by doing it right the first time..
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Brett MacTavish Hill, experienced Insurance, Litigation attorney in Seattle, WA with 1 reviews
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21 Oct, 2014 by Joe
Brett has been very helpful with a wide variety of situations, but especially with contract negotiations and dispute resolutions. Regarding disputes, he is always very well prepared and has a knack for being firm without burning bridges with the other party. As a litigator, he has a good handle on what will or won't stand up in court, so we are always able to realistically assess our risks. Regarding negotiations, he is adept at adding protective language without killing the deal. He knows what's worth fighting for and what you can just let go. His fees are always reasonable without a bunch of fluff, and he's easy to work with.
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Michael T. Callan, experienced Business, Litigation attorney in Bellevue, WA with 1 reviews
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03 Jun, 2020 by Sam
Our firm has used Michael Callan over the years, and each time have found his expertise to be outstanding. He has offered professional representation, advice and wise counsel. We have used him for various legal issues ranging from business plan formation, legal forms/agreements, to HR and 'non-compete' related questions. He has earned our trust and confidence, and I have come to view him as an 'extension' of our firm and a true partner when I have needed him the most. Highly recommend!
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Lisa Marie Roybal Elliott, experienced Child Custody, Child Support attorney in Renton, WA with 1 reviews
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11 Nov, 2012 by Anonymous
I would highly recommend Lisa Elliot. She helped me through my divorce. She was very knowledgeable through the whole process. What I appreciated most about Lisa was how responsive she was. She answered phone calls and emails in a very timely manner and kept me informed. I had many questions throughout the divorce and she was quick to give me clear answers. This has been a painful personal experience for me, but Lisa put my mind at ease with all of the legal aspects.
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Bradley D Toney, experienced Business, Intellectual Property attorney in Seattle, WA with 1 reviews
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04 Mar, 2008 by Julie
I've worked with Brad at classmates.com for over 5 years. He is very approachable and knowledgeable on all aspects of law relating to our product and email offerings at classmates. He was always first to alert us when new bills or legislations were coming down the pike that we needed to address. Brad is an asset to any corporate legal team and I enjoyed working with him very much!
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What a Litigation Lawyer Can Do for You

A litigation lawyer specializes in representing individuals, businesses, or organizations involved in legal disputes. Whether you're the one filing a lawsuit or you're being sued, a litigation attorney will advocate on your behalf throughout the entire legal process. Their goal is to resolve disputes, either through negotiation, settlement, or trial. Litigation lawyers can help with a wide range of disputes, including contract disagreements, real estate issues, employment disputes, personal injury claims, and more.

Litigation lawyers provide strategic legal advice and manage all aspects of your case, from filing motions to representing you in court, ensuring that your rights are protected and that you have the best chance of achieving a favorable outcome.

When Should I Hire a Litigation Lawyer?

You should consider hiring a litigation lawyer if you're involved in a legal dispute that you cannot resolve on your own. Common situations include:

  • Breach of contract disputes: If a party to a contract fails to fulfill their obligations, a litigation lawyer can help you seek damages or enforce the agreement.
  • Business disputes: Litigation lawyers can represent you in cases of partnership disagreements, intellectual property disputes, or business fraud.
  • Employment disputes: If you're facing issues like wrongful termination, workplace discrimination, or wage disputes, a litigation lawyer can help resolve these matters through negotiation or court action.
  • Personal injury claims: If you've been injured due to someone else's negligence and are seeking compensation, a litigation attorney can help you pursue your case.
  • Real estate or property disputes: When there are conflicts over property ownership, boundary issues, or lease agreements, a litigation lawyer can assist in resolving the dispute.

Hiring a lawyer early in the process is beneficial, especially if a lawsuit seems imminent or you have already been served with legal documents.

What Does a Litigation Lawyer Do?

A litigation lawyer handles all aspects of your case, from the initial investigation to the trial and even the appeals process, if necessary. Their role includes:

  • Case assessment and investigation: Analyzing the facts of your case and advising whether it’s worth pursuing or defending.
  • Pleadings and motions: Drafting and filing documents to initiate or respond to a lawsuit, including complaints, motions to dismiss, and answers.
  • Discovery: Gathering evidence, including depositions, interrogatories, and document requests, to build your case.
  • Negotiations and settlement discussions: Attempting to resolve disputes through mediation, arbitration, or settlement talks before going to trial.
  • Trial representation: Presenting your case in court, examining witnesses, introducing evidence, and making legal arguments before a judge or jury.
  • Appeals: If necessary, filing appeals to challenge or defend the outcome of the trial.

Litigation lawyers are also skilled negotiators and often work to resolve disputes outside of court to save time, money, and stress for their clients.

How Are Litigation Lawyers Paid?

Litigation lawyers typically use a variety of fee structures depending on the type of case, the complexity of the legal matter, and the financial circumstances of the client. Common payment arrangements include:

  • Hourly rates: Many litigation attorneys charge by the hour, with rates varying based on experience and geographic location.
  • Flat fees: For specific, predictable legal tasks (such as filing a motion), lawyers may offer a flat fee.
  • Contingency fees: In personal injury or other cases where you seek damages, a lawyer may work on a contingency basis, taking a percentage of the settlement or award if you win.
  • Retainer: Some clients pay a retainer fee upfront to secure ongoing legal services. The lawyer then bills against this retainer as work is done.

The exact structure should be discussed in the initial consultation to ensure you understand how and when you'll be charged.

How Much Does a Litigation Lawyer Cost?

The cost of a litigation lawyer varies significantly depending on the nature of the dispute and the lawyer’s experience. Factors affecting the cost include:

  • The complexity of the case: More complex litigation involving extensive discovery, expert witnesses, or multi-party suits typically costs more.
  • Time spent: Litigation cases can be time-consuming, especially if they go to trial. The longer the case, the higher the legal fees.
  • Type of fee arrangement: Hourly rates can range from $200 to over $1,000 per hour, depending on the lawyer’s reputation and location. Contingency fees generally range from 25% to 40% of the settlement or award.
  • Stage of litigation: Cases that settle early in the process are often less expensive than those that proceed to trial or appeal.

It’s crucial to ask about cost estimates during your initial consultation to avoid surprises.

Top Questions to Ask a Litigation Lawyer

Before hiring a litigation lawyer, it's essential to ask key questions to ensure you're choosing the right representation:

  1. What is your experience with cases like mine?
    Ensure that the lawyer has experience handling your specific type of dispute, whether it's a contract issue, personal injury, or business matter.
  2. What are the potential outcomes of my case?
    Ask for an honest assessment of your case's strengths, weaknesses, and the likelihood of success.
  3. What is your fee structure?
    Clarify how you'll be charged, whether by the hour, a flat fee, or on a contingency basis.
  4. How long do you expect my case to take?
    While it's hard to predict, an experienced lawyer can give you a rough estimate based on similar cases.
  5. How often do you settle cases versus going to trial?
    Some lawyers are more inclined to settle, while others may be more experienced in the courtroom. It’s important to understand their strategy.
  6. What is your approach to resolving disputes?
    Some lawyers prefer aggressive litigation, while others focus on settlement or mediation. Choose one whose approach aligns with your goals.

How to Check the Credibility of a Litigation Lawyer

To verify a litigation lawyer’s credibility, consider the following steps:

  • Check bar association records: Ensure the lawyer is in good standing with the state bar and has no history of disciplinary actions.
  • Read client reviews and testimonials: Online reviews can provide insight into the lawyer’s professionalism and track record.
  • Look for litigation experience: Review the lawyer’s website or professional profile to ensure they have handled cases like yours and have a record of success.
  • Request references: Ask the lawyer to provide references from past clients who can speak to their effectiveness and approach.
  • Research their trial experience: If your case is likely to go to trial, ensure the lawyer has a history of courtroom success.

What Should I Prepare for My First Consultation?

To make your first consultation with a litigation lawyer productive, you should prepare the following:

  • A clear outline of the dispute: Provide a timeline and key details about the legal issue you're facing.
  • Any relevant documents: Bring contracts, emails, letters, or any other documentation that pertains to the case.
  • A list of key players: Provide the names of individuals or companies involved in the dispute.
  • Questions about fees and the litigation process: Make sure you understand how the lawyer plans to approach your case and how you will be charged.
  • Your goals and expectations: Be clear about what outcome you're hoping for, whether it's a settlement, compensation, or another resolution.

By coming prepared, you can ensure that your initial meeting with the lawyer is both efficient and insightful, giving you a better sense of how to proceed with your case.

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