Many people are satisfied when they find cheap legal representation. However, this satisfaction often changes to anger and frustration when the end result is failure. One should expect the cost of quality legal representation to be reasonable, but never "cheap". Unfortunately, payment of a reasonable fee alone cannot ensure one will receive quality legal representation. You have to make intelligent informed choices when selecting legal counsel.
You should be aware that no one can absolutely guarantee the ultimate success of any legal matter, and you should beware of any individual who attempts to do so. Ohio Law is one of the most complex areas of American jurisprudence. The multitude of administrative regulations and statutes which apply are not only complex and frequently amended, but they are also subject to constantly changing interpretations by the Ohio and Federal Courts.
IMPORTANT FACTORS TO CONSIDER WHEN SELECTING A LAWYER ARE:
(1) Reputation: What is the lawyer's reputation among other lawyers and clients?
(2) Experience: Is the lawyer successful in many areas of law, or too narrow in scope, focusing on only a small area and missing many nuances of related practice areas?
(3) Technical Support. Computerized information systems and Internet savvy are indispensable resources for delivering the next millenium's quality legal services and representation.
The much preferred time to seek professional legal assistance is before any documentation has been filed with a government agency. Contact a lawyer before signing anything, talking to anyone, or filing anything. Normally, the first consulation is free.
The axiom, "you should only expect to get what you pay for" is as applicable to competent legal representation as it is to most every type of service or product. Fees usually vary among lawyers depending upon their qualifications, experience and legal skills. Reasonable fees are set based upon the type and extent of legal services to be rendered. These include research, preparation, and presentation of your case before the appropriate government agency(ies) or tribunal(s). Though quality legal representation is never cheap, it is often invaluable.
It is our firm's policy to conduct an initial consultation for every potential client. You will be advised in advance of the cost, if any, for the consultation; after which, we will evaluate and discuss your case with you. After we evaluate your case, we will quote and discuss our fees, should you want our firm to represent and assist you thereafter.