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When Do You Need a Government Lawyer?

You may need a government lawyer if you have issues in specific areas of government law, such as:

It’s essential to know how to find a government lawyer if you are involved in these legal matters. Government lawyers generally act as intermediaries between private citizens and government bodies.

 

How Much Does it Cost to Hire a Government Lawyer in the U.S.?

Lawyer hourly rates are those rates a lawyer, also called an attorney, charges for an hour of their work time. If you find yourself in a legal dispute, consulting and hiring a lawyer is in your best interest.

Legal representation in the U.S. may be expensive. Each lawyer charges a different fee based on many factors. In general, hourly billing is the most common fee arrangement used for legal services.

An hourly fee system means that if you hire a lawyer, they will charge you for every portion of each hour they work on your case. Additionally, the lawyer may use their paralegal or support staff to work on your case. If that occurs, a lower hourly rate is usually charged.

The hourly rate a lawyer charges can vary greatly. They may bill anywhere from $0 to $2,000 or more per hour.

Where the lawyer’s legal fee lands in that range depends on many factors, including:

  • The type of case;
  • Experience;
  • Ability;
  • The amount of time the case may take;
  • Travel costs;
  • Costs involved in the case; or
  • The area in which they work.

Before hiring a lawyer, it is vital to inquire about their hourly rate and request an estimate of the cost of handling a particular legal issue. There may, of course, be deviations to this estimate depending on the case and how it progresses.

An average lawyer rate per hour in the U.S. is between $100 and $300 but may increase to $400 depending on the experience level and type of case.

Attorney fees may cover things such as:

  • Advice to the client;
  • Research for the client’s case;
  • Resources needed to work on the case;
  • Paralegal research for the case;
  • Filing fees;
  • Travel expenses;
  • Delivery charges;
  • Document photocopies and production; or
  • Phone calls with clients or necessary individuals for the case.

 

What to Look For in a Government Lawyer

Find a government lawyer with experience in Social Security law, zoning, planning, land use, income tax, tax evasion, and government agencies.

 

How to Prepare for Your Consultation With a Government Lawyer

Prepare for your consultation with a government lawyer by collecting all relevant documents and records to your case. Come with a list of questions you’d like your attorney to answer.

 

Where to Find the Best Government Lawyers in the U.S.

One of the more efficient ways to find a government lawyer online is through LegalMatch. Unlike most legal websites, LegalMatch does not simply list attorney phone numbers. Instead, LegalMatch provides a free attorney-client matching service based on the client’s individual legal needs.

By filling out our simple online form, your case will be presented to numerous government lawyers in your area who can help you with your claim. The service is free of charge, and you should receive an e-mail response from a lawyer in about 1-3 business days. You can also view complete attorney profiles and ratings through our system before making your choice.

Not all government lawyers are the same, but LegalMatch can help you find the right one for your case. Present your case to receive a prompt response from an experienced government attorney. You can also find legal aid through the U.S. Government here.

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