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When you go to the meeting with the attorney, it may be helpful to bring the following:

• A written summary of the issues. For example, for review of an employment agreement, this may consist of a summary of what you believe should be the terms of the agreement (what has been orally promised), concerns that you have with the proposed agreement (e.g., with what is stated, or even omitted, from the proposed agreement), and any other concerns related to the employment.

• In other types of matters, you might bring the names, addresses, and phone numbers of all people or entities involved. The lawyer cannot represent you if he or she has a relationship with anyone who is adverse to your position.

• All documents related to your matter. If you are involved in a lawsuit, bring anything you’ve received from a court or any person or entity involved in the dispute. Some lawyers might request that you send them the materials ahead of time so they can prepare to meet with you. Provide copies, not the originals. For review of an agreement such as an employment agreement, you should provide a copy of the agreement.

Attorneys often charge by the hour. The more focused and well organized that you are (e.g., all documents supplied to the attorney and well organized), the less work for the attorney and the smaller your legal bill will likely be.

You should also prepare some questions to ask the lawyer. You are essentially conducting a job interview. Depending on the matter, the some or all of the following may be helpful questions:

• Are you experienced in this kind of matter?

• Will you be the lawyer handling this matter, or will an associate be handling this?

• How long do you estimate it will take to complete this matter?

• How much do you estimate your services will cost me?

• What is your fee structure?