Many people are unaware of the types of legal services available to the public and how to find a lawyer who has the right expertise and fits their budget. This class covers how to find the right lawyer, what types of fee arrangements are available and how to find legal services when you can’t afford to hire a lawyer.

Class covers:

Is there such a thing as “affordable" legal services?
Determining what kind of lawyer you need
Pros and cons of flat fee legal services
Areas of law for flat fee legal services
How can a "limited experience" lawyer help
How to negotiate fees with a lawyer
How to determine if limited scope services would be the right option
Getting legal help when you can’t afford a lawyer
Library resources for getting legal help