Lawyer in Michigan
What to expect when hiring a Michigan Attorney

A question frequently on the minds of people looking to hire a lawyer in Michigan is, "What will my Michigan attorney expect from me?

Upon being retained by you, your lawyer shall expect you to:

• be on time for appointments and not take up an excessive amount of time with visits or phone calls relating to minor details or petty matters

• discuss all the facts of the matter and not withhold information about the case

• bring necessary information and documents upon request

• notify the lawyer of changes or any new developments including changes of address or telephone number ask questions to clarify anything that may confuse you about your case

• follow your lawyer's advice

• understand that no lawyer can guarantee results in a contested matter

• be patient and understand that legal matters are rarely "open and shut" cases -- they require time and research

• pay a reasonable fee for the work performed

The point is, while your attorney has responsibilities toward you, you also have responsibilities toward your attorney. Lawyers cannot effectively represent their clients when the client withholds information, has unreasonable expectations or does not make effective use of the attorney's time.

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