Choosing an Attorney

If you need an attorney, you may be overwhelmed and confused about how to choose a lawyer. It’s important to select one who will best represent your interests. Read these tips for for choosing a lawyer for a personal injury or wrongful death claim. Information provided by the personal injury attorneys at Wolter, Beeman, Lynch & Dennis.
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Brent Beeman

Partner

Brent concentrates his practice in the areas of personal injury and worker’s compensation and has represented his clients at the Illinois Circuit Court, Appellate Court, and The Illinois Workers Compensation Commission. He has obtained millions of dollars on behalf of his clients.

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Frank Lynch

Partner

As a plaintiffs’ personal injury and workers’ compensation attorney, along with his knowledge of and dedication to issues facing the community, Frank Lynch brings unique depth and experience in personal injury and work injury litigation.

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Suzanne Dennis

Partner

As a partner at Wolter, Beeman, Lynch & Dennis, Suzanne brings a wealth of legal expertise and leadership to the firm’s esteemed ranks. With a career spanning almost three decades, Suzanne’s unique perspective is shaped by her dedication to public service.

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Expert Advice From WBL&D

Request a Meeting: Interview the lawyer and the law office. Ask to meet with the lawyer at their office for a brief meeting to insure you are comfortable with that person and office.

Be Prepared: While scheduling your consultation, ask what documents or information they might need from you. Ensure you have time to gather the information needed before your consultation.

What to Ask: Find out about the specific jury trial experience of the firm. Ask the lawyer: (a) the case number; (b) the county of filing; and (c) the dollar amount of the jury verdict of a few of the larger jury verdicts the firm has obtained in the past. All the above information is a matter of public record at the courthouse where the trial took place. After you have clear answers about their jury trial experience, ask about the chances that your case could go to trial.

Ask Yourself: Do you feel confident in their abilities? Do you feel comfortable? Do you feel valued as a potential client? Trust your instincts when it comes to choosing a lawyer for personal injury, medical malpractice, accidents, or any legal issue.

Know Who is Representing You

Find out specifically which lawyer will be handling your file. Ask the lawyer whether he or she will be personally handling your claim, or will it be handled by someone else in the firm? If you want a specific lawyer to handle your claim, insist on including that as a part of your written contract before you agree to sign.

Trust Your Instincts

The State of Illinois does not recognize legal specialties. The fact that a lawyer may be listed as concentrating his or her practice in personal injury or wrongful death claims may be of little, or no significance. You should be knowledgeable and comfortable with the personality, background, experience and office policies of the lawyer and firm before selecting a lawyer to handle your claim.

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For a free no obligation consultation about your injury or wrongful death claim, Call Wolter, Beeman, Lynch & Dennis, LLP at 217-753-4220 or click the Free Consultation form at the bottom of the page. You will be meet with one of our personal injury lawyers, who will also be the principal attorney who will work on your case. We serve Springfield and central Illinois.

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