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If you have been charged with a DWI in Minnesota you should contact and hire an experienced DWI attorney. DWI laws are some of the most complex and unique areas of criminal law and you will want an experienced attorney to effectively represent you. Here are 5 issues we believe you should consider before hiring an attorney:
1) Experience Matters
The legal profession is made up of a plethora of different practice areas. Attorneys generally specialize in one particular area for this reason. If you are faced with a DWI you should not just hire any criminal law attorney. An experienced DWI attorney has the advantage of better understanding the intricate and unique laws involved in DWI cases. An experienced DWI attorney will be knowledgeable with the particular court system you are dealing with and what you can expect as you go through each stage of your case. At Gerald Miller & Associates, our focus for the last 30 years has been on effective representation of DWI’s. There is no substitute for experience.
2) The Clock is Ticking
Legal action against has begun from the very moment you are arrested for DWI. If you have received an order from the police relating to Driver’s License Revocation, License Plate Impoundment or Vehicle Forfeiture, you only a limited amount of time to file the appropriate legal paperwork or you will have given up the right to contest these issues indefinitely. An experienced DWI will take care of these time sensitive issues immediately and can begin gathering police reports and other evidence in order to establish a defense in your case.
3) Not all Attorneys Charge the Same Fee
Attorneys you meet with may charge a different fee for their representation determined by the level of service they can offer and the anticipated time it will take to effectively defend your case. You should always ask an attorney what they are charging and what the fee will cover so understand exactly where your money is going. At Gerald Miller & Associates we charge a flat fee that will be determined during your initial consultation. Our fee is based on the thousands of different types of DWI cases we have handled in the past and by knowing what work and resources will be needed to represent you.
4) A Good Relationship with your Attorney is Critical
There has to be a strong level of trust, comfort and communication between you and your attorney. The only way for successful working relationship to occur is through effective communication. Communication is critical by both the client and the attorney. Your attorney needs to know all the facts in order for him or her to develop a strong defense and you will want to know that attorney is listening to your concerns and understands your situation. After all, you are relying on your attorney to diligently represent you and to give you the best advice and counsel. We encourage you to call us and set up a free initial consultation to meet our team and see if we can develop the appropriate relationship needed to help you with your legal needs.
5) Be Aware of Promises and End Results
No attorney, no matter how good, can guarantee what will happen in your case. Each case is comprised of unique facts and circumstances that will cause the attorney to handle your case in a particular way. An experienced attorney will apprise you of all potential outcomes and consequences, help you understand the delicate intricacies involved in each step of the legal process and guide you in your decision making. If an attorney does promise some result the best advice is to make sure you get it in writing. |
