It’s not easy judging how well your criminal defense attorney can really do. After all, they will all claim that they have the best skills in the industry- and their prices probably match their boasting! But when you do go to the interview, look for several things in their character.
Pressure is sometimes put on a client to side with an attorney before options are investigated. Don’t feel obligated to stay in the office with an attorney that pushes you to make a decision- because this isn’t fair to you and just shows you how impatient of a lawyer he or she really is. Instead look at other lawyers and go to more consultations to see who you think has the best options for your money.
Always look for a history behind an attorney. Ask them to give you instances in which they did great, and even when they didn’t do so well. Inexperienced attorneys will shy away from such conversations because they think it hurts their credibility. If they can’t show you such information, you are better off siding with an attorney that can be honest about their services.
Watch out for the “secret connection” tactic that some criminal defense lawyers will pull. They may state that they are extremely good friends with the judge or prosecuting party in order to make you think they have an influence over the court case. Not only would that be illegal to pull strings in such a manner, but in reality the this is just a trick to gain trust and build upon any stored hope you have.
The deal-breaker for many is when you ask an attorney for his or her personal phone number. Ask an attorney if you can call them at any point, day or night. If he or she hesitates, the attorney probably doesn’t care about clients as much as others would. A good attorney should focus on customer service and not be selfish. Indeed, sometimes an emergency call isn’t just helpful- it’s mandatory when convicted of another crime.
You don’t always have to talk to an attorney to see if they are a good choice. Better yet, talk to a previous client that has good or bad words to say about the law firm. Get as many testimonials as you can from others who have tried the law firm out to see what they think. This valuable feedback is the only way you can see what the attorney is like after they get your deposit.
Final Thoughts
Choosing a criminal defense attorney is hard work. Expect to make a day out of the ordeal- and possibly longer! Take your time, even if time is of the essence, and find an attorney you will be happy with instead of settling for less.
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