A first consultation is often the most efficient way to understand your options — but only if you come prepared. Here's a general checklist that applies across most practice areas.
Relevant documents
Bring any paperwork related to your situation: contracts, correspondence, court notices, medical records, or police reports, depending on your case type. Even documents that seem minor can matter.
A written timeline
Jotting down key dates and events beforehand — in order — saves time during the consultation and helps the attorney understand your situation quickly.
Your questions, written down
It's easy to forget questions in the moment. Common ones include: What are the likely outcomes? What will this cost, and how is billing structured? What's the expected timeline?
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