Make an appointment by contacting the legislator s staff be sure to specifically let them know what you want to discuss. Have a mental agenda and make sure you are clear about what you wish to achieve in your meeting. If appropriate, prepare materials to assist in making your point. Always plan to arrive a few minutes earlier than your scheduled meeting time. It is not uncommon for a legislator to be detained.
Schedules are very hectic and emergencies arise, so be understanding.
It is important to be a good listener. Ideally the meeting should be an exchange of thoughts and information not a monologue by either of the participating parties. Listening to what the legislator says can provide insight into follow-up materials you might provide later. You can always follow-up later on questions that you were unprepared to answer. Keep it short and to the point.