There are thousands of practicing lawyers who claim to have an immaculate record when handling criminal cases. But the reality is that not every one of them can deliver.
If you ever find yourself on the wrong side of the law, you will want an unmatched defense lawyer to defend your rights and get you the best possible outcome before a judge and jury.
But what makes a lawyer a cut above the rest? What makes them stand out? What really makes them not just good but great?
Let’s walk you through 3 traits that you need to look for in a lawyer who will understand your case, however complex, to the finest detail.
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1. A Lawyer Who Listens:
A successful lawyer should be effective at communication. A crucial part of being able to communicate is listening.
In truth, lawyers absorb a lot of information, and sometimes it can be overwhelming. But to synthesize it and make a good judgment, they first have to be able to listen.
People come to the Spodek Law Group looking for solutions to their legal problems or ways to avoid legal issues in the future. To provide effective and practical solutions, the lawyers at Spodek Law Group can listen to all clients, whatever the nature of the case.
2. The Ability to Feel Compassion:
Compassion is the bedrock of a person’s people skills. Without it, they are not able to fully relate to other people’s issues. A successful lawyer puts themselves in the client’s shoes. This helps them genuinely want to win the case.
If you practice law areas that are not particularly “emotional”, such as tax law or business law, don’t make the mistake of assuming that compassion is not integral to your field.
You need compassion to really see your client’s perspective and accept it, whether you agree with it or not.
3. An Assertive Lawyer, Not an Aggressive One:
A confident lawyer is an advantage. There is no dispute about that. A lawyer should know what they want and show it with conviction. But aggressiveness should be shown at the right place and at the right time, to the right degree.
Overly aggressive lawyers, much like those who lack compassion, can understand neither the position of their client nor their adversary’s. This makes them incapable of coming up with an effective strategy on how they’re going to win the case.
An aggressive lawyer may also damage interpersonal relationships, creating a toxic environment that makes resolution hard to achieve.
Reach Out to the Spodek Law Group:
The primary responsibility of a criminal lawyer is to defend clients accused of committing a crime. There’s often a lot at stake, especially in murder cases where capital punishment is a likely outcome (depending on the state).
For these reasons, you need a lawyer who understands the judicial process and has strong personal skills. You want someone who can understand your case and listen to your side of the story.
Get in touch with the Spodek Law Group today to get a top-notch lawyer on your case.
