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Here are 5 tips for finding the best Lawyer to get you the best outcome for your Drive While Suspended charge.



- These 5 tips are legit (I'm an experienced lawyer).

- These are the tips I've given over the years to family, friends and contacts when asked about finding a great lawyer.

- Without exception, my contacts always thank me for sharing these 5 tips.



Tip #1 - Experience

Choose a Lawyer that has experience with Drive While Suspended charge.



- Drive While Suspended is a serious charge with severe consequences, including a mandatory 6-month driving suspension and, in some cases, jail time.  

- It's been my experience that lawyers who are not experienced with Drive While Suspended cases may miss the details that can make the difference in winning or losing your case.



Tip #2 - Existing Relationship with the Prosecutor- 

Your Drive While Suspended case will be handled in the courts by a Prosecutor whose job is to convict you.



- That Prosecutor is different in every court. And every Prosecutor has different nuanced ways of handling cases. 

- For example, your fact situation may be handled differently in Court A vs Court B.

- When you get a Lawyer with a relationship with the Prosecutor, that Lawyer will know how the Prosecutor will likely move ahead with your case.

- By understanding your specific case and how the Prosecutor operates, the Lawyer will be better prepared to formulate a strategy to get the best outcome for your case.



Tip #3 - Low Fees Are Red Flags

If a Lawyer is offering you a much lower fee than other Lawyer' fees, you should be concerned.



- Generally, there is a "market price" for Lawyers that deal with Drive While Suspended charges. And, that market price will likely vary depending on several factors about your case.

- However, if you find a lawyer who handles Drive While Suspended charges will take a lot less of your money than other lawyers, that is a huge red flag.

- Although you may save a bit of money, I would worry whether the Lawyer can get you the best result for your case. And the answer to that question is most likely no.



Tip #4 - Does it "feel right."

All good Lawyers that handle Drive While Suspended charges will give you a free consultation. And after you have your meeting, ask yourself:



- Does the Lawyer make sense?

- Does the Lawyer promise something that seems too good to be true?

- Did the Lawyer listen to your concerns?



Ultimately, use your gut feeling and make sure there's a right fit between your needs and how the Lawyer will represent you.

Tip #5 - Google Reviews

Google reviews matter. Every Lawyer I know tries to get Google reviews from their clients. So before you retain, check online:



- Does the Lawyer have Google reviews? If they are experienced, then they will have Google reviews. If they don't have a lot of reviews, then that is potentially a red flag.

- Read those Google reviews. Do they make sense? This is important because some unethical Lawyers will buy "fake reviews." And, reading those reviews may give you a sense of whether those reviews are real or not.



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