Q: What should I look for in pick­ing a lawyer?

Pick a criminal lawyer who has the proper expertise for your kind of case. It is also essential that you be comfortable with the lawyer as your advocate. Both are equally important. Expertise in the area for which you have been charged is essential for a proper defence. If the lawyer does not have this experience and knowledge they will not be able to properly defend you if the charge is very serious. More than being experienced in your area, you need to be comfortable with that lawyer. . You need to trust the lawyer and know that he or she has your best inter­est at heart. You will want some­one who is open and hon­est with you about your case. You need a crim­i­nal lawyer that is sin­cere and who will answer your ques­tions. You also want some­one who has knowl­edge of the courts and its procedures.

The best crim­i­nal lawyers are the ones who are ded­i­cated to this work for the right rea­sons. You want some­one who believes strongly in your civil rights and will fight to pro­tect them.