If you get hurt due to someone else’s negligence, the right law firm will help you build a case and file a claim. How do you find a firm that’s available, willing, and able to fight for your right to compensation? The following steps will help you locate the attorney who is best suited to your personal injury case.

3 Tips for Finding an Effective Law Firm

1. Ask People You Trust for Referrals

Asking for attorney referrals from close friends, relatives, or religious leaders often brings good results, as you find these people trustworthy on other topics. If anyone you know got hurt under similar circumstances, find out who represented their case as well. Your medical provider may also have recommendations based on past experiences with accident victims.

2. Research Bar Associations & Referral Services

Organizations like the New York City Bar Legal Referral Service connect individuals with screened and qualified lawyers. Researching state bar records online yields basic information about the lawyers’ background, education, and experience. As an alternative, if you know lawyers who practice in areas other than personal injury, such as drafting wills or handling divorces, someone else at their law firm may be equipped to handle your case.

3. Interview Multiple Lawyers

Once you gather several names, schedule in-person interviews with at least three attorneys. For personal injury cases, lawyers typically offer free consultations for 30 minutes to an hour. Write your questions in advance. Include questions about the percentage of cases that are like yours, the lawyer’s track record of settlement and trial successes, and the attorney fee structure. Take notes for comparison before you decide.

If you sustain a personal injury, finding the right law firm to represent you gives you a better opportunity for recovering full compensation. Bronx attorney Stephen B. Kaufman, P.C. offers clients 40 years of experience, coupled with compassion and professionalism. His legal team has a strong record of obtaining full and fair compensation for injured individuals who pursue claims. To get the personalized attention your circumstances deserve, call (718) 822-0500 for a confidential appointment, or visit the website for more information.