The first consultation

Before consulting an attorney you should prepare well. It would be best to list important questions in advance and to be able to give a realistic and transparent description of your personal situation. It is recommended to obtain all necessary documents and papers in advance and to bring them with you for your consultation.

Ask your attorney the following questions:

• Do you have the ability and are you willing to take my case?
• How do you assess my chances of success and the involved risks?
• What can I contribute personally?
• What are the next steps, and when will they be taken?
• What is your assessment of the costs that I have to expect, in particular attorneys fees, court fees, other fees and costs, and how do you account for your services?

The better you are prepared for your first consultation, the quicker, easier, and more precisely your attorney is able to take suitable first steps that lead to a satisfying solution.