Selecting the best mesothelioma
lawyer for your situation is not easy because lawyers have different levels of
experience in different areas, are licensed to practice in different
jurisdictions, and charge different levels of contingency fees. One way to
identify reputable lawyers is to see how they are rated by the various
independent attorney rating systems. For example, are they listed in "Best
Lawyers in America," "Super Lawyers" or have a high
Martindale-Hubbell rating? On contingency fees, are they charging a customary
fee or an exorbitant one? And what is their reputation among defense lawyers
and defendants? Are they known to settle cases quickly and for modest values or
do they have the reputation for holding defendants' "feet to the
fire" to maximize settlement values for their clients?
Deciding to pursue legal recourse
and selecting an attorney to represent you in a mesothelioma or asbestos
lawsuit are important decisions that should be made carefully. The facts of
your situation and the law firm you select have a dramatic impact in the
outcome of your case.