Some people aren’t sure how they should present themselves and
their legal matters when meeting with a lawyer. Maybe they had some fault in
the situation. Perhaps there are uncomfortable details in their circumstances.
People may think that leaving out details that may incriminate them or make the
lawyer uncomfortable would be beneficial as they would be presenting themselves
in a “better light.” However, this is very counterproductive and concealing
information from the lawyer can ultimately make the legal situation worse.
When you meet with the attorney during your consultation, it
is important that you are completely honest with your case so that the attorney
can fully understand your situation and give you the best advice regarding the
next steps. Discuss the main points of your situation and do not hesitate to
bring in information that you think may tarnish your image. The lawyer is there
to help you and not judge you for your actions.
In addition, everything that you disclose to the lawyer is
completely confidential and protected by the attorney-client privilege, even if
you decide to not continue to work with the lawyer. All of the information that
you provide is safe and it cannot be disclosed to anyone else without your
permission.
If you have more questions or concerns regarding the types
of conversations that you should have with a lawyer, please contact the Riverside County Bar Association
Lawyer Referral Services. For more legal information and updates, follow
the Riverside LRS on twitter.
In case your matter is not in Riverside County, consider one
of these alternatives:
The materials in this blog are for informational purposes
only, and are not guaranteed to be correct, complete, or current, and should
not be relied on as legal advice. You should consult with a lawyer if you need
help with a legal matter and not rely on anything you read on this blog or
elsewhere on the web.
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