Choosing a Bankruptcy Lawyer That Is Right for You
When choosing a bankruptcy lawyer to handle your filing, it is common to meet with several attorneys to decide who is best suited to serve you. Most lawyers are aware of this process and encourage potential clients to do this type of research before making a final decision. The most competent and effective lawyers know that they will rise to the top of the list, and are happy to offer a free initial consultation to give you a chance to form an opinion.
If you are looking for an experienced bankruptcy lawyer in Baltimore, Maryland, contact the Law Office of David W. Cohen for a free consultation, and find out how I can help you.
Factors to Consider
Here are some questions to consider in your search for a Baltimore bankruptcy attorney:
- How long has the lawyer been doing this? Experience is an important teacher. You want to feel confident that your case is in the right hands and that your lawyer has a deep and comprehensive understanding of the law that you can rely upon.
- Is this the primary practice area for the lawyer? A lawyer who only handles bankruptcy will have a more intimate knowledge of the bankruptcy code than a general practice attorney who works on these cases only a dozen times a year.
- Is this lawyer accessible and responsive? If bankruptcy is the right solution for you, you want to move quickly, and you will have questions and concerns along the way. Choose an attorney who will return your calls promptly and who is willing to give you the time and answers you need.
- Will you work directly with the lawyer? Bankruptcy is an important legal matter, and it is important that you get any legal advice directly from a lawyer. Some lawyers might pass you along to a paralegal after the first meeting.
- How does the attorney make you feel? When choosing a bankruptcy lawyer, it is important to select somebody who makes you feel comfortable, who is willing to pay attention to you, and who is not trying to hurry you out of the office. You will share some personal conversations with your attorney; pick someone who will set you at ease in the process and to ensure that you never feel judged or discounted.
Call for a Free Consultation
Choosing a bankruptcy lawyer is a big decision. I encourage you to contact me to arrange a free consultation. Check me out and make sure you feel comfortable with me. Call me at
We are a debt relief agency. We help people file for bankruptcy relief under the Bankruptcy Code.
