Red Flags to Watch Out for When Hiring a Maryland Wills and Trusts Lawyer

Though these qualities may not necessarily mean your candidate is out of the running to be your wills and trusts attorney, they should raise a red flag:

An attorney with a blemished record

If you contact the Better Business Bureau and find that your Maryland wills and trusts lawyer has consumer complaints lodged against him or her, or if you consult with the Maryland Bar Association and discover that your attorney has been disbarred before, make sure that he or she explains these blemishes to your satisfaction before agreeing to hire him or her.

A lawyer who uses a “cookie-cutter” approach

Your Maryland wills and trusts lawyer should approach your case with new eyes, meaning he or she shouldn't try to force your situation into a mold. Make sure that your wills and trusts attorney tailors your estate plan to your specific financial and family situation.

An attorney who won't listen to you

Make sure that your lawyer fields your questions and addresses your concerns. Steer clear of an attorney who wants to bully you into doing things their way. 

A lawyer who doesn't have time for you

Though some of the best lawyers are some of the busiest, your wills and trusts attorney should have time to devote personal attention to your case. He or she should be able to respond to your phone calls and emails in a timely manner and not farm your case off to a junior associate.

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