McKechnie & Company - Vancouver, BC
300-1122 Mainland StreetV6B 5L1 Vancouver, BC, Canada
Vancouver Personal Injury Law Firm
Overview
Our goal is to obtain the best possible outcome for our clients while seeking to minimize the financial and emotional burden that inevitably accompanies legal disputes. Our primary goal is always to settle rather than litigate if a settlement is possible. Whether we negotiate a settlement for you or are compelled to litigate, you will always receive the full benefit of all of our lawyers' talents, learning and experience."
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How do I choose a lawyer?
Consider the following:
- Comfort Level
- - Are you comfortable telling the lawyer personal information? Does the lawyer seem interested in solving your problem?
- Credentials
- - How long has the lawyer been in practice? Has the lawyer worked on other cases similar to yours?
- Cost
- - How are the lawyer's fees structured - hourly or flat fee? Can the lawyer estimate the cost of your case?
- City
- - Is the lawyer's office conveniently located?
Not sure what questions to ask a lawyer?
Here are a few to get you started:
- How long have you been in practice?
- How many cases like mine have you handled?
- How often do you settle cases out of court?
- What are your fees and costs?
- What are the next steps?
Want to check lawyer discipline?
It is always a good idea to research your lawyer prior to hiring. Every state has a disciplinary organization that monitors attorneys, their licenses, and consumer complaints. By researching lawyer discipline you can:
- Ensure the attorney is currently licensed to practice in your state
- Gain an understanding of his or her historical disciplinary record, if any.
- Determine the seriousness of complaints/issues which could range from late bar fees to more serious issues requiring disciplinary action.