How to Select the Right Criminal Defense Attorney
Choosing a St. Petersburg Lawyer /Clearwater Attorney
Selecting the right attorney can obviously make a difference in achieving the results your are seeking. An appeal of your case can be an expensive and risky proposition. It is important to "get it right the first time." After all, you will spend a lifetime living with the results. Always take the time and effort necessary to evaluate a lawyer’s qualifications and experience.
Consider Asking Some of the Following Questions:
-- Making Your Hiring Decision --
- How long has the attorney been practicing law?
- Is his law practice limited to criminal defense, or does he represent clients in a variety of fields of law?
- Does his resume reflect broad involvement in the criminal justice system as a whole?
- Does he possess valuable insight gained from being "on the other side" as a local prosecutor?
- Does he routinely handle cases at the courthouse to which your case has been assigned?
- Is he familiar with the customs, practices, and judicial demeanor of the local judges?
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Since graduating from law school, what continuing education efforts has he made to stay abreast of
the law? - Has he secured unique certification, licensing, or recognition that is germane to your case?
- What are the opinions expressed by other attorneys and judges as to the lawyer’s competency to handle criminal defense matters?
- Is the lawyer’s reputation in the legal community such that he has been called on to instruct, teach, or lecture to other attorneys?
- Is the lawyer a member in good standing of both local and statewide professional organizations that promote high standards within the area of criminal defense?
We are confident that after reviewing the contents of this web site you will be able to affirmatively answer all of the above questions. More importantly, we would encourage you to schedule a free consultation with us. At that time, you will have an opportunity to inquire further about cases we have handled in the past that are similar to your own.
Frank & Marc have a combined experience totaling in excess of three decades working as lawyers within the criminal justice system. Their "team approach" to investigating all relevant issues and appropriate defenses in your case results in a thorough examination of both the facts and the law. You can feel comfortable that the lawyers in our office are not only well trained and experienced, but that they also recognize the importance of "getting it right the first time" when handling every aspect of your representation.
