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The decision to file bankruptcy is typically arrived at after much careful thought, deliberation, and planning. You don't want to trust just any bankruptcy attorney to represent you, but many people don't know where to start looking for a lawyer or what qualities to seek out. While it can be tempting to hire a lawyer you see advertised on TV simply because it's convenient, this may not be your best option in a bankruptcy case; below, are some reasons why.

Firms With Big Advertising Budgets May Have Less Personal Service

No two bankruptcies are exactly alike. You bring unique elements to your case, and your attorney should honor that by not giving you some cookie-cutter approach to bankruptcy law. Typically, the bigger the law firm, the bigger their advertising budget. This means they reach a lot of clients and have a massive staff to handle such a huge caseload, and there is little personal, one-on-one service. A smaller firm is going to give you more customized support tailored to meet your needs.

Don't Believe the Over-the-Top Promises

lawyerIn any industry, one way advertisers pull in new customers is to make over-the-top promises about the service or product being offered. But the reality could be much different, especially when you're dealing with legal issues. So, don't believe the hype and outlandish claims a lawyer might boast of during their television commercial. It's important to remain realistic and find a lawyer who shares your philosophy.

You May Not Even Know Who Is Handling Your Case

With a large staff, larger firms tend to have someone serve as the face of the business. This is the person you see in all the advertisements. But this person likely has a full caseload (they're on TV, so their exposure is greater than that of others at the firm) or isn't even a lawyer at all, but an actor. You could end up getting more easily lost in the shuffle and not even be certain who is handling your case. A smaller firm will give you a main point of contact, and your attorney will make themselves accessible to you.

 

If you're considering bankruptcy, trust Jeremy Bueker, Attorney at Law, at Bueker Law Firm. For over 16 years, he has been serving clients throughout the Stuttgart, Arkansas, region. Call (870) 673-1313, visit his firm's website, or connect with him via Facebook to discuss your case with a skilled, experienced, caring legal professional.

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