How to Choose an Experienced Labor Attorney

Labor attorneys work for union workers. But they also work for those who hire union workers. The role of a labor attorney is really challenging. They work in high-pressure situations that involve labor strikes, tough negotiations, and parties that are not really ready to budge from their stance. So, it is extremely important to hire an experienced labor attorney. Here’s how to go about it.

Search online for law firms.

Labor laws can differ from one state to another. So, it is important to seek counsel from attorneys who practice in your local area. Online searches are best for finding local businesses. So, use keywords such as labor attorneys Los Angeles (your requirement and location) to find local law firms.

Make note of the names of the first few search results and check their online reviews (if available).

Check websites of local law firms that you find online.

Now, check the website of the law firms by clicking on the link on the search results page. Read about the lawyers’ profiles, their experiences, and practice areas. Not many employment attorneys practice labor law even when the latter is a category of the former. So, ensure that you check their practice areas thoroughly.

Attorney profiles can reveal information related to their qualifications, expertise, experience, and any awards they have won for their professional work.

Many lawyers also present information on the case they have successfully fought for their clients and the compensations that they have won for them. Of course, they do not reveal personal information about their clients – just the case success details for the benefit of their potential clients. Checking such information can also be helpful for you.

Check if the law firms you like so far offer free assessment or consulting sessions to their clients or not.

Schedule a free assessment session.

Most reputed law firms offer such sessions as these are helpful for their clients as well for themselves.

You can discuss your case with the attorneys to see if it has merits. The same goes for the attorneys. A face-to-face meeting can help you assess if you connect with a particular attorney or if they are sympathetic to your situation. If you are a union worker fighting for your rights to work in safe environments then your labor lawyer must also be equally passionate about it. If you wish to fire a difficult union worker who has not been performing well for extended periods then your labor lawyer must understand your predicament. These are just some examples. Your labor attorney must be in sync with your unique situation.

You can also check the attorneys’ availability for your case. Also, inquire about their fee during the session itself. The attorney’s fee must suit your budget too. If you are filing a claim then your attorney might work on a contingency basis (may charge a percentage of the compensation).

Choose the attorney that fits the bill based on the above factors.

 

Akopyan Law Firm, A.P.C. is a Los Angeles based attorney representing the clients in practice areas including employment law, personal injury, labor law ( akopyanlaw.com/practice-areas/labor-law/ ), sexual harassment, pregnancy discrimination, unlawful termination, race discrimination, reasonable accommodation, bicycle and bus accidents, sex discrimination, overtime, unpaid wages, wage and hour, and more. To know more, visit https://www.akopyanlaw.com/attorneys/.

Category: