How to Obtain a Civil Rights Lawyer?
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on December 12, 2017
If you seek to hold state actors such as police officers or government officials accountable for their wrongdoings, you need a civil rights lawyer to represent you and your interests in court. Because civil rights law is constantly changing, you need an attorney that stays up-to-date with the latest cases and developments that could help or hinder your objectives.
A civil rights lawyer can be expensive, so you want to be very selective and find someone who has experience and success with cases similar to yours. When searching for an attorney who specializes in civil rights, ask the following questions.
How long have they practiced as a civil rights lawyer?
Experience is key. Civil rights law is complicated and a successful attorney needs years of encyclopedic knowledge to reference when fighting your case.
How many cases has their firm handled in the past year? In the last 10 years?
When it comes to civil rights cases, frequency is as important and longevity. A civil rights lawyer that is constantly working is up-to-date with the latest information and developments.
What kind of settlements have they obtained for victims of civil misconduct?
Some settlements for civil rights cases have been over Get hard numbers. Have they reached settlements over $1 million? How many? You them to have a successful track record with reasonable settlements. If the numbers sound conflated, do some extra research online to confirm their claims.
What does the firm’s typical client and civil rights case look like?
The best way to find a lawyer that can handle your case is to find one that has handled a case like yours before. That way they can build on their previous work and come into the courtroom with the experience needed.
How will they handle your civil rights case?
If the prospective civil rights attorney cannot thoroughly explain how they will approach and execute your case, they don’t have the concentration or know-how to represent you. Have them draw a detailed outline you can reference if you go through with hiring them.
These questions are only the beginning of the process that you will want to follow to find a civil rights lawyer for your case. The process of finding the right attorney is a long one that should be handled meticulously. There is nothing worse than being halfway through your court proceedings and realizing your lawyer is not the best choice for your situation. We’ve got quite a bit more information on how to choose the right lawyer available online. While the article may be focused on civil rights attorneys, the steps can be applied to finding the right lawyer with any experience.
The attorneys at Cooper & Friedman Law Office have years of frequent experience working civil rights cases. If you or someone you love needs a civil rights lawyer in Kentucky or Southern Indiana, you can reach the Cooper & Friedman Law Office by calling 502-459-7555 or contacting us on our website.