As in most everything else, achieving a good and satisfying relationship involves a two-way process. The same applies in choosing and eventually working with a lawyer or legal consultant. If you are thinking of consulting with or retaining a lawyer’s services, here are a few tips that could hopefully make the experience a positive one. Since I obviously cannot speak for all lawyers or legal consultants, the suggestions below are mainly based on my own limited experience. First of all, your choice of a lawyer or consultant should not be driven solely by financial considerations. That is, do not choose a lawyer or consultant solely because he or she charges the lowest fees. Conversely, the fact that a lawyer or consultant charges the highest rate does not necessarily translate into the best services. As clients, we need to understand that lawyers’ or consultants’ fees are driven by various considerations. These includ...