What Cases Do Civil Litigation Lawyers Handle?
Civil litigation lawyers handle a wide array of different types of cases. With that noted, in this day and age most civil litigation attorneys specialize in a particular area of the law. In addition, some civil litigation lawyers deal with pre-trial matters while others focus exclusively on representing clients during the course of trials.
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Function
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Providing representation in civil cases, civil litigation attorneys do not represent individuals in criminal, probate or family law matters as a general rule.
Types
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Civil litigation lawyers include personal injury, malpractice, business and contract attorneys who focus on lawsuits in the course of their practices.
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Benefits
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One of the primary benefits of retaining a civil litigation attorney is that you obtain representation from a lawyer with the skill and experience necessary to protect your interests in a lawsuit.
Contingency Fees
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Understanding fully the practice of civil litigation attorneys, in many cases these lawyers charge what is known as a contingency fee. They are not paid unless you prevail in a lawsuit through settlement or after a trial.
Warning
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Because civil litigation lawyers have different experiences, track records and abilities, before selecting such an attorney for your legal needs, you need to do your homework and consult with more than one lawyer.
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