Many law firms take on clients and then forget about them. They might be working on your case, but they fail to keep you informed of how it’s proceeding. At your first meeting, be sure to ask how frequently the firm will provide case updates. Your attorney should provide timely updates without you requesting them. If the only time you hear from the law firm is when you call to get an update, it may be a red flag. At the same time, be aware that your attorney can’t control the pace of the courts or the opposing counsel. You may not receive updates if there is nothing to report. However, you should know upfront what the attorney’s plan is for filing motions, submitting documents, and contacting the opposing party, as updates will usually correspond to these events.