If the thought of out of control legal bills is keeping you from hiring a lawyer for your business, you should know that there are some things you can do to keep your legal bills under control. You should also keep in mind that it will cost a lot less to hire a lawyer to prevent legal problems than it will to hire one after you have a problem.
Most lawyers charge an hourly rate.
You should try to get references and recommendations and then compare the rates that each lawyer charges. Remember, though, that the lowest hourly rate may not provide the best value. A highly experienced lawyer may charge a higher hourly rate, but may need to spend less time doing research or may be faster at preparing documents. Hire a lawyer with experience in the area of business law so you won't end up paying more when it takes your lawyer longer to get things done. After you've selected a good lawyer, you can still help keep your bills lower.