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If you have suffered a legal injury and want to file a lawsuit, one of the most important things you will need to do is find a lawyer who specializes in the right area of law for your specific situation. Finding the right lawyer for your case can be overwhelming. The following information will help to build your understanding about what a lawyer does and what qualities you should look for before you decide to have a lawyer represent you.
What Does A Lawyer Do?
Lawyers perform a variety of functions for their clients. Lawyers typically specialize in certain areas of law, such as family law, criminal law, environmental law, or tax law. They provide advice on legal matters, inform clients on their legal rights and obligations, represent them in legal transactions, and, if necessary, represent them in court.
Although media often depict trial lawyers, much of what a lawyer does involves preparing legal documents like wills, trusts, deeds, mortgages, leases, and other contracts. They rely on their knowledge and understanding of statutes, regulations, court decisions, and other laws to inform their decisions.
If a case goes to trial, a lawyer will likely meet with judges, select jurors, present evidence, argue motions, and/or question witnesses.
Lawyers also may serve as an agent, trustee, guardian, or executor for individuals or businesses.
What Should I Look For in a Lawyer?
Look for a lawyer who practices in the type of law that is related to your specific situation. For example, if you need help because you were not paid all of the wages you were owed, you will need to talk to an employment lawyer.
Most lawyers offer free consultations, in which they will listen to your problem and let you know if they are qualified to provide legal assistance for your case.
It is a good idea to ask your prospective lawyer some questions before you agree to have them represent you. You can ask them how long they have been in practice and how much experience they have with cases that are similar to yours. You can also ask if they have been subject to any disciplinary actions.
Another important consideration involves the time they have available to properly represent your case. If they have a heavy caseload, they may not have the resources necessary to properly handle your case.
It is important that you feel comfortable with the lawyer representing you. Having a case consultation with one lawyer does not require a commitment. If you don’t feel comfortable, contact another lawyer.
Where Do I Find a Lawyer?
A lawyer is not always necessary when you’re dealing with a legal situation. However, some circumstances are appropriate for legal intervention
If you have friends, colleagues, or family members who have dealt with legal issues, you can always ask them if they know a good lawyer. Recommendations from people in your network are valuable.
Don’t worry if you don’t know anyone who has used legal services. There are other methods of finding a lawyer. The internet is a great tool to find lawyers in your area who specialize in specific areas of law.
Top Class Actions also makes it easy to find a lawyer for certain consumer matters that may also affect a large number of other consumers. If you are thinking of starting a class action lawsuit or have been affected by a legal issue that likely affects many others, you can submit information about your case here. Lawyers will review your case for free and, if you have a potential case, you will be contacted for a free legal consultation.
How Do I Find a Lawyer in Ontario?
To find a lawyer in Ontario, the Law Society of Ontario has some great resources you can use. You can contact the Law Society Referral Service, which makes it possible for Ontario residents to obtain referrals online, or browse the Directory of Certified Specialists from the Law Society of Ontario.
You can also use the Start a Class Action link at Top Class Actions to submit your information to a network of lawyers who will review your information and contact you if you have a case. There is no cost or obligation to submit your information.
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Hi My brothers and I have been threatened by police and verbally and physically assaulted.My brother Reg died at 34 and I believe there was foul play. My brother Brad has been missing for 2 months and I believe there is a connection. My brothers were wrongfully isolated in Thorold jail on several occasions and also abused vebally and physically by guards. I was also falsely arrested twice and threatened with taking my children away and verbally assaulted. The cas has also violated my children’s rights as well as mine in numerous ways. How can I get justice please? Thank you. Diana