Free consultations with law firms are all about getting to know your problems and your goals. The attorney is there to answer your questions, but they’ll also have questions for you as well. Sometimes, you may first speak to a paralegal or another attorney who may not be the one you work with later.
The attorney will likely want to know what led to your tax issue and the amount of taxes you owe. They’ll want to know about any communication you’ve had with the IRS and whether you’ve taken any steps on your own yet.
Then, after giving you time to ask your specific questions about the firm and its services, the attorney will usually walk you through what the whole process will look like if you decide to work together. They should provide rough timelines and steps you’ll take together.
Finally, it’s a must to understand their fee structure before you get off the call. Make sure you get specific information about how and when you’ll be charged.
Note that the firm may not be able to fully review your financials and situation until you have your next paid consult. The initial meeting is just to help you determine whether you want to work together and what the process and cost will be.