We all get along with some people better than others and this applies to lawyers too. Make sure you feel comfortable with the lawyer s attitude, responsiveness, stated abilities, and experience. Ask the lawyer for his or her resume or other available information about where the lawyer went to law school, how many years of practice the lawyer has had, how much experience the lawyer has had handling the type of matter you are asking the lawyer for help on, and whether the lawyer has had any complaints made to the Oregon State Bar about his or her activities. There is nothing wrong with consulting more than one lawyer before deciding who to hire. Remember, it will be easier on you and the lawyer if you make a decision not to hire someone at the outset rather than changing lawyers in the middle of a case.
Clients have many qualified lawyers to choose from in Oregon.
Your investment of time in the selection of a lawyer should pay off in a strong, positive relationship with the lawyer you ultimately choose to represent you.