I have worked up and successfully resolved a number of cases that have been turned down by other attorneys. If you have had a lawyer look at your case and they have declined it, get a second opinion. Lawyers have different experiences, different perspectives and different priorities. Some lawyers don’t like to file cases in Johnson County, Kansas. Some lawyers don’t like slip and fall cases. Different firms may have access to different experts who will take a more favorable review of your case. Since generally plaintiff’s lawyers will look at your case for free, it does not hurt to have someone else spend a little time discussing your options with you. Be honest with that lawyer if another attorney has told you “no”. In fact, if I am reviewing a case that have been looked at by another firm I often call and discuss it with that attorney. I find it useful to have that lawyers point of view even if I might not agree with it. If I feel I might have more success for some reason I will share that with the client and hopefully move forward. Likewise if I decline a case I generally encourage that person to look elsewhere. I hope each person who believes they have a claim is able to find a good attorney to handle it. I appreciate the opportunities I have to meet prospective clients and will help them try to find someone if it does not happen that I can take the case. Likewise I value meeting with prospective clients who have not yet found the right fit or have not found someone willing to take a chance on their case.
Tags: By Rachel Smith
