Gibbons Law Firm: Popular Myths About Lawyers Debunked

There are many preconceived ideas about lawyers. Our Lake of the Ozarks law office wants to help clear some of those ideas up! We're debunking popular myths about lawyers in our latest blog. Take a look below to learn how Gibbons Law Firm has explained that these popular myths about lawyers simply aren't true.

MYTH #1: Hiring a lawyer costs an arm and a leg.

Many people are under the impression that hiring a lawyer is a huge financial setback. In some cases that may be true, but the cost of your legal representation highly depends on your location and type of service needed. A highly involved criminal defense case may be a financial setback, but the majority of legal services are much more affordable. You essentially pay for the work you get. A simple estate plan is pretty straightforward and usually does not present major issues or setbacks, like a criminal defense case might. Consider what type of service you're looking and how much time may be required for that certain case type, when thinking about the cost of hiring a lawyer.

MYTH #2: All lawyers are sue-happy.

We've all seen the commercials in which a law office is targeting anyone who has suffered from a certain type of injury. This is NOT all lawyers. Many law offices are truly focused on helping their clients resolve their legal issues. Not all legal professionals target a certain type of injury in hopes to gain new clientele, therefore a new quick source of income. Our law office prides ourselves on offering sound legal advice for our clients that seek legal assistance.

MYTH #3: Lawyers are not needed.

Many people think a lawyer does not work very hard on their case, and therefore unnecessary. They also believe the lawyer isn't working on their case if they aren't meeting face to face on a regular basis. This is typically not true. A lawyer will put in a number of hours behind the scenes to gather information, review documentation, and review other similar cases. Just because you don't see your lawyer in action on a daily basis does not mean they don't work hard on your case. Their legal experience is important for your case. Lawyers are a valuable asset for those in need of legal help.

MYTH #4: A good lawyer always wins the case.

There is no guarantee to win a case. Even great lawyers lose cases, at times. A lawyer can work diligently on your case and present the best argument, but it is ultimately up to the judge or jury who will win the case. If a lawyer is promising a win, they may just be overconfident or think your case is an easy win -- which it may be, but there are no guarantees in the legal world! Our law office works hard to know your rights and ensures your rights are being respected throughout your case.

Now that we've debunked these popular myths about lawyers, you can feel more confident when choosing your legal representation. Don't forget to do your research and learn as much as you can about the lawyer you are choosing to represent your case. If you're in need of legal assistance, contact our law firm at the Lake of the Ozarks today. Our lawyer can help ease you through your legal process, right there by your side. Don't forget, your first consultation with Gibbons Law Firm is always free. We look forward to helping you through the legal challenge you're facing!

Remember, your initial consultation with Gibbons Law Firm is always free.