You have the right to an attorney- but maybe not quickly

This is another in a series of posts trying to help with questions related to the process of getting an attorney, once you realize you need one.

You may be aware that there are plenty of attorneys out there who are willing and able to take on your case. You may also be aware that you need an attorney as soon as possible upon realizing that you need one. But how long should it really take?

As usual with these things, there is no set answer. The more research you can do on the attorneys you want to talk to, the quicker the process will go. The more research you do on the amount of money you'll likely have to pay and the scope of the representation you're asking for, the quicker it will go. However, just keep in mind that hiring a lawyer is a big decision, just like hiring any professional or doing anything that will have an impact on your future. Talk to multiple attorneys to get a sense of how they get along with you, and how responsive they will be to your calls or emails.