How to Select the Best Car Accident Lawyer

Updated on March 3, 2021
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Car accidents are life-changing. They can cause serious injuries that cost thousands of dollars to treat. If another party is responsible for a car accident you’ve been involved in, you may want to consider a car accident lawyer. Knowing how to select the best lawyer for your needs is critical to winning your case. Here are a few things to look for when selecting a car accident lawyer:

Experience

Just like with any other professional, the best car accident lawyer should have substantial experience. More specifically, your lawyer should have experience with car accident cases. Even if the lawyer has a glistening reputation in another area of law, that does not mean their skills will translate well over to your case. You may want to choose an attorney with experience in winning cases related to your injury. For example, if you got a concussion from the accident, you might want to consider looking for attorneys with experience in cases with head injuries. As you are learning about your potential lawyer’s experience, ask for references. A lawyer’s willingness to provide references is a clear indicator of their skill and experience. 

Communication

In addition to experience, you want an attorney that has clear communication. Make sure that your attorney is clear in communicating their opinion on your case, the process, fees, and values up front. If your attorney appears to be telling a partial truth or isn’t willing to be forward about costs, find a different attorney. By being direct about these topics from the beginning, your attorney is likely trustworthy and going to be very good at communicating with you down the line.

Engagement

Was there ever a time that you were forced to complete a job or assignment that you had no passion for? Chances are you only gave minimal effort due to a lack of motivation or engagement. Your attorney is likely to do the same if they are not engaged in your case. When consulting your attorney, it’s important that they are involved and engaged in the conversation regarding how your case is proceeding, and this will indicate they’re willing to take your case seriously and put in the required effort.

Organization

The final factor you should look for in an attorney is organization. Many people don’t realize this, but most law work is rooted in scheduling and filing. These tasks require a lot of organization and time management skills. If your attorney is poor with organization, you will have a much tougher time in your case. One way that you can gauge an attorney’s organization level is by looking at how they keep their office. Is it organized with a clear filing system or messy? You can also ask questions regarding their scheduling or organization methods for further clarification.

Endnote

To give yourself the best chance of winning your case, select an attorney with substantial experience, strong communication, engagement in your case, and organization. Hiring a cheap attorney may be better on your wallet, but it may sacrifice your chances of winning your car accident case.

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