Is it okay to get a criminal attorney?
Question by lady: Is it okay to get a criminal attorney?
i just got a new lawyer. he’s a criminal lawyer, but our case is a family law case. is this okay? what are the pros and cons? Thank you.
Best answer:
Answer by nachtmann2
If you can find one that’s not a criminal, let me know.
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December 15th, 2011 at 2:15 am
I would really prefer a lawyer who is experienced in the field pertaining to my case.
You wouldn’t go to an eye doctor to have your appendix removed, right?
December 15th, 2011 at 2:53 am
Criminal attorneys pass the same bar exams as the rest. Some attorney’s specialize…like you’ve indicated…in family law, real estate law, medical law, etc!
A criminal attorney will be more familiar with laws that go to court and know the “defenses” and “case law” which is a good thing.
Best bet is to ask your attorney his qualifications in family law. Who better to answer you directly?!
Best wishes!
December 15th, 2011 at 3:20 am
Its best to use a lawyer who has worked in the field you need him for
December 15th, 2011 at 4:17 am
If you like him, and he has *some* family law experience, or it is a really simple case, stick with him. There is a lot of cross-over between criminal and family law, belive it or not.
December 15th, 2011 at 4:56 am
You can, but a lawyer specializing in family law will normally have a more thorough knowledge of the different aspects. I’d find a lawyer with experience in the type of case I was involved in.
December 15th, 2011 at 5:02 am
You will be better off with a Domestic attorney, one who handles family court issues, unless the issue at hand involves criminal matters. Criminal lawyers only work with criminal matters, unless he/she is “flexible” and does other work other than just criminal (i.e. domestic, ssi, civil, etc.). You should ask your attorney next time you visit if he/she handles family law? If not, your best bet is to get a Domestic attorney.
December 15th, 2011 at 5:07 am
Don’t be crazy. If your case is a family law case, get a family law attorney. Would you go to the dentist if you broke your arm?