Best Probate Attorneys in Buffalo, NY

The costs of an attorney can vary from firm to firm and can also depend on the type of case you have. Some cases will cost more than others, so the best way to find out what your legal costs will entail is to meet with an attorney.

One of the best ways to find an attorney is to consult with an attorney you trust, or one that is referred to you by your friends or family. Even if that attorney cannot take your case, he or she will be able to understand the issues of your case and refer you to an attorney in your community who would be better able to service you.

Generally speaking, television, radio and yellow page ads are not the best way to find an attorney. Oftentimes advertisements are paid for by referral agencies or by a pool of firms, which share the enormous cost of advertising. These ads are typically and specifically designed to make the practice appear larger and/or more experienced than they actually are. You should also remember that the most expensive ads do not certify that a firm is qualified to handle your case, and that many of the best firms do not advertise, but instead obtain their cases from referrals from other attorneys, due to their reputation for doing great work and getting good results.

Not necessarily. Before your first meeting ask if there is a fee for an initial consultation. Many firms provide free initial consultations. But whether their is a fee or not, you are not obligated to hire the firm unless you are confident that they can handle your case.