What is a free consultation?

So, when a lawyer says that he or she will provide a free consultation it means that they will sit down with you, hear about your problem, and give you some initial thoughts about it, at no charge or obligation to you. This meeting gives you a chance to “interview” the lawyer and the lawyer the chance to interview you.

Who can I ask for advice?

Typically, you should seek out a friend or loved one who has handled experiences like the one you are dealing with in a way that you find admirable. For example, if you need advice about finding a job, it will probably be more helpful to ask someone who has recently been successful in finding a job.

How can I get some advice from someone?

To avoid those consequences, here’s some guidance on how to ask for advice without annoying the other person:

1. Start with a positive tone.
2. Identify the type of advice you’re seeking.
3. Come prepared with specific details.
4. Ask the right person.
5. Don’t ask everyone.
6. Don’t assume you already know the answers.
7. Be grateful.

How do you formally ask for advice?

Examples include:

1. ”I am writing to ask if you could help me with…”
2. ”I would appreciate if you could give me some advice about…”
3. ”I am writing to ask for your advice.”
4. ”I wonder if you could help me with a problem.”

What should I ask for free consultation?

Questions to Ask Your Lawyer During a Consultation

• 1) What kind of experience do you have with similar cases?
• 2) What would be your strategy for my case?
• 3) Are there any alternatives to going to court?
• 4) What are my possible outcomes?
• 5) Who will actually handle my case?
• 6) What is my role in my case?

What are good advice questions?

8 things to ask when you want advice

• Thank you for taking the time to speak to me.
• How did your training help you prepare for your job?
• What are the character traits and skills which are really important in your job, for example, is having someone who is good at problem solving important?

Is a free consultation with a lawyer really free?

Ok, under most circumstances, the answer is yes – the initial consultation is FREE. Now some attorneys do charge for an initial meeting, but it depends on what type of lawyer you are looking for. Most accident lawyers and other personal injury attorneys do not charge a fee for the initial consultation.

Where can you find free legal advice?

– Start with Avvo. You’ll find plenty of free legal advice in Avvo’s guides with information on over 1,000 legal topics and over 7 million questions and answers. – Look up your local court system. Simply search Google for “[your city] court.” This is often the place to get information on traffic court and family court in your area. – Learn more from your local Bar association. Search Google for your state or county Bar association. The association’s website will often have resources for the public. – Dig into the laws themselves. The Legal Information Institute at Cornellhas laws organized by location and topic, plus online legal advice to help you interpret them.

How can I get a lawyer for free?

1 Look into federally funded legal aid programs. 2. Find a local pro bono program. 3. Contact a self help legal clinic. 4. Call a legal hotline. 5. See if a local law school has a clinic program that offers free legal services. 6. Get a court-appointed lawyer.

How to speak to a lawyer for free?

– Contact the City Courthouse. Andrea Vacca is a collaborative divorce attorney in New York City and the owner of Vacca Family Law Group. – Seek Free Lawyer Consultations. Some attorneys will offer free consultations – usually by phone or videoconference. – Look to Legal Aid Societies. Legal aid societies are nonprofit organizations found in almost every corner of the country that provide free legal services to low-income people. – Visit a Law School. You could also consider hiring an up-and-coming law student to give you advice. – Contact Your County or State Bar Association. The Akron Bar Association, in Akron, Ohio, is an example of what’s out there. – Go to Small Claims Court. Unfortunately, this isn’t a viable option for everyone.