招聘指南 · a Lawyer or Attorney
How to Hire a Litigation Attorney
Hire a litigation attorney whose case volume and resolution track record in your dispute type match your situation — commercial, employment, IP, and contract disputes each require specialized litigation experience. Ask for their case resolution breakdown: settled versus tried versus dismissed.
作者 James Chae — Expert Sapiens联合创始人
平台专业领域： 法律服务与律师审核 · 已审阅 六月 2026
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要问的问题
在任何初步咨询中提出这些问题，以快速区分强有力的候选人和弱者。
1.What is your settlement versus trial rate, and given my situation, how do you see this most likely resolving?
为什么重要： Settlement rate reveals expectations. An attorney who settles everything is appropriate for most matters; one with genuine trial experience is necessary when the other side knows settlement is your only option.
2.Who will handle day-to-day work on my case, and what is that person's experience level?
为什么重要： Delegation is standard at larger firms, but you should know who is responsible for your file, who to contact with questions, and at what point the supervising attorney personally reviews the work.
3.What is your realistic total cost estimate for this matter through resolution?
为什么重要： Litigation costs surprise most clients. Upfront calibration of total expected cost — not just hourly rate — allows you to make an informed decision about whether to proceed, settle early, or explore alternatives.