Legal services, like any consumer product or service should be investigated.
Lawyers have different specialities, levels of experience and hourly rates.
Enquire about these and ask for an estimate on the work to be done.
Talk to more than one lawyer.
Do not be afraid to express your concerns or ask questions!
Please note that lawyers' fees are comprised of
time
and
disbursements. Disbursements may be out of your control but making the best of your lawyer's time is not.
A Few Tips To Reduce Legal Fees
Talk to the legal assistant first: they may be able to deal with the matter.
Organize documents for the lawyer in order of dates and just bring ONE copy of
each document.
Give the lawyer only what they ask for.
Take notes of the conversations so you have a record of what the lawyer spoke
to you about.
Ask the lawyer to slow down and tell them when you do not understand something.
Finally, review the bills, since we all make mistakes.
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