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How much does a lawyer charge for a 30 minute consultation?

Each participating lawyer agrees to charge no more than $50 for a 30-minute consultation. If the consultation extends past the 30 minutes or you hire the lawyer to represent you, the lawyer will charge you his or her normal fees. The lawyers do not take pro bono cases. Other helpful contacts.

How to contact a lawyer for referral?

If the lawyer is unable to assist you, please either revisit the online referral page or call the Lawyer Referral Service at 1-800-868-2284 and explain the situation to the operator, so he or she will try to assist you with another referral. The LRS does not make more than two referrals by telephone.

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How to get a referral for an attorney?

To receive a referral, you can call the service or use the online form through LRS Online. The online LRS gives individuals the ability to find an attorney based on geographic location and practice area.

What is the purpose of the attorney screening service?

The service screens the attorneys in advance to determine the attorney's qualification to practice and adherence to recognized ethical standards of the legal profession. Eligibility requirements include: the attorney must join the service and pay an annual fee to participate in the service;