The consequences of a DWI or a DUI charge can haunt you for the rest of your life. If you ever needed a lawyer, now is the time. A DWI charge is too serious to try and represent yourself in court. Follow these tips on how to choose good DWI Lawyers Brainerd and you will have the best shot at getting your life back together.
Check Out the MSBA
The MSBA stands for the Minnesota State Bar Association. Their website has features open to the general public. On the home page, click on the tab “Find A Lawyer.” Skip the drop down menu and check out the links in gray, especially “Minnesota Find a Lawyer Referral Service” and “Criminal Public Defender System.”
Make a Short List of Candidates
From the long list of names, narrow your search down to those in your area and those who are comfortable representing clients with a DUI or DWI charge. By going to their websites, you can see if they are accepting any new clients. Fill out the contact information form or call their offices and ask. Usually lawyers will accept any new clients at any time, but there are always exceptions.
Gets Back to Your Quickly
You will never know when you need to quickly get in touch with your lawyer during the course of your case. You need to know whether your lawyer will get back to you in a reasonable amount of time. Check to see how long it takes a lawyer or legal office to respond to your emails, contact form questions or phone calls. If it takes days for a response, move on.
Go to the Initial Consultation
Set up initial consultation appointments with at least three DWI Lawyers Brainerd. Bring all of the paperwork pertinent to your case with you for the lawyer to look at. Ask if you have a case and how the lawyer would defend you. Should the case go to court, will the lawyer be comfortable representing you? Not all lawyers will willingly work in courtrooms. Good lawyers will explain everything in everyday language and not drown y with legal jargon or laugh at your questions.
