Sometimes it seems that looking for a lawyer is like trying to hire a cab when it’s pouring outside; there are plenty of them around when you’re not looking, but none will stop for you when you’re standing in the rain. Today I’d like to share with you a lawyer referral program in Ontario run by the regulating body the Law Society of Upper Canada.
To find a lawyer suitable for your situation, simply call the centralized number, 1-900-565-4577 (1-900-565-4LRS) and speak with an agent. The call costs you $6.00, but you will get a half-hour free consultation with your referral. Lawyers on the list are guaranteed to be members in good standing with the Law Society, so you can be assured that they are qualified to perform services competently.
The agent will ask you some preliminary questions and determine the areas of law involved to make an appropriate referral. Referrals are made on a rotational basis.
After the agent has determined the areas of law, you’ll be given a referral number with the name and the phone number of a lawyer. You can then call the lawyer for a free half-hour consultation.
During the half-hour consultation, you will explain your situation to the lawyer. You can also ask any questions you may have. After you’ve told your story, the lawyer will tell you what remedies in law you may have, and what would be involved in reaching a resolution. You don’t have to hire the lawyer you are referred to, but most people do.
Because you only have 30 minutes with the lawyer, it is recommended that you think in advance about what you’re going to say and keep your story organized. You should talk openly about your case, including unfavourable facts, so the lawyer can assess your situation correctly and come up with the best solution for you.
Although the half-hour consultation is free, the lawyer is not allowed to perform any legal services on your behalf. For example, you can’t call the number and expect to have a document notarized during the consultation or ask the lawyer to write a letter on your behalf.
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