How to Improve Your Relationship with Your Lawyer
Posted on: 26 December 2017
Lawyer-client relationships can be one of the trickiest to handle. This is because most people only resort to lawyers during periods of extreme difficulty and stress. Because the services of a lawyer are mostly needed during such times, clients tend to have unrealistic expectations and to lash out at their lawyers if everything doesn't go their way.
However, clients must understand that their lawyers often work under difficult conditions when representing their interests. A lawyer must keep within the strict confines of the law when arguing your case. They are sometimes limited to the few legal channels that are available, especially in cases of accident and personal injury claims.
So how can you make sure that you're a good client to your lawyer and get the best services from them?
Be open with your lawyer
The most important thing you can do is to be open and forthcoming with information. In the event of a personal injury incident, you need to provide as much information as possible about what happened, even if you were at fault.
A common mistake most clients make is to hide critical information that pertains to a particular case. This often complicates matters and makes the work of the lawyer that much harder. You should take advantage of the lawyer-client confidentiality clause that is provided for within Australian law.
Listen closely to advice
Your lawyer is exactly what his/her name suggests: a professional of the law. You should therefore be willing to listen to their professional advice as it pertains to your case. Even if you don't agree with them, you will at least be able to know what they have recommended.
For example, they may advise you on the best times to make a claim after suffering from a personal injury. You should trust their experience to guide you in making such claims and collecting the benefits that you deserve.
Don't overthink the cost of services
The best lawyers will always come at a cost. Think about the trade off related to having your best interests represented and how much you will have to pay. This is particularly important when dealing with personal injury cases. A poorly argued case can cause you to lose the benefits that you truly deserve after suffering from an accident.
Expect bumps along the way
No lawyer or his/her client is perfect. If you make mistakes along the way, be open with your lawyer about the situation. Tolerant clients are always something that lawyers appreciate.
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