It’s important to find a lawyer who is right for you and who can provide the service you need.
You can talk to several lawyers before you choose the right one for you.
A phone or face-to-face meeting can help you to decide.
A lawyer can charge you for this consultation.
You can search for solicitors through the Queensland Law Society.
You can search for barristers through the Bar Association of Queensland.
You may be eligible for legal advice and funding through Legal Aid Queensland or a community legal centre.
Any client–lawyer relationship relies on good communication between both parties.
Prepare for your first meeting by writing down facts about the matter, a timeline of events, issues you’re concerned about, and your questions.
Organise any documents and information you think might be relevant and bring them to your first meeting.
