Five Ways to Find a Virginia Personal Injury Attorney

by Ben Glass
(Fairfax, Virginia, USA)

The lawyer you choose can make the difference in the success of your case. That makes selecting the right Virginia personal injury attorney one of the biggest decisions you will make following your injury.

So, how do you go about choosing a lawyer? You can open up the Yellow Pages and pick a lawyer randomly out of the hundreds of advertisements.

While these ads may list the types of cases these attorneys represent, what the ads won’t tell you is the type of lawyers they happen to be. It is going to take a little more time and effort to choose the right Virginia personal injury lawyer for your case.

Here are five ways to help you locate an attorney best suited for you:

1. Ask for a referral from a lawyer you know

2. Contact the local bar association

3. Interview several lawyers

4. Be wary of an attorney who pressures you to immediately sign a contingent fee agreement

5. Avoid an injury lawyer who calls you first

Before you hire a lawyer, you need to ask him or her some crucial questions. For example, ask about the attorney’s experience and background, as well as whether he or she is licensed in the state where your case will be filed. You should also inquire if the lawyer is a member in trial lawyer associations or board certified.

By following the advice in this article and asking a lot of questions, you will be on your way to locating the right lawyer for you.

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