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Why You Should Avoid Large Personal Injury Firms

On Behalf of | Aug 20, 2019 | Firm News |

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When it comes to retaining a personal injury attorney, you want to find the best attorney for your individual needs. People often search for the “best Florida personal injury attorney,” but the search results won’t necessarily lead to you finding the right attorney for your case. Also, there is a belief that the bigger the law firm, the better your case will be handled. Unfortunately, that is not always the case. Here are several reasons you should avoid large personal injury firms.

Small Firms Tend to Specialize

When you choose a small Florida personal injury firm, you are typically choosing one that offers more specific focus on your type of case. Large personal injury firms handle a wide variety of cases, typically high dollar ones as well. This means they are more spread over the big picture and may only handle a few cases per year that are the same type. With a small firm, they handle cases just like yours.

Rates are Cheaper

In many cases, smaller firms have lower billable rates. With a personal injury case, your attorney is likely taking a percentage of the settlement amount you receive. With a smaller firm, that percentage is likely to be lower. Some larger firms charge more because they have lots of overhead with big offices and attorney salaries.

Involvement of Experienced Attorneys

With a large personal injury attorney, your case is likely being handled by junior associates. It’s very unlikely that you will have any dealings with senior attorneys. With a small personal injury firm, you’re likely dealing with the top attorneys in the firm. They are the ones handling cases on a day-to-day basis.

More Flexibility with Smaller Firms

Large firms typically have strict rules and guidelines that have to follow. That means that if you have a special request, a larger firm may not be able or willing to accommodate you. Small firms have total control over their practice and can reduce their rate or make changes as they see fit.

Better Client Service 

With a large law firm, you are likely just another case in a stack on an attorney’s desk. Unless your case is providing a major source of income for the firm, it’s highly unlikely that the service you receive will be on par with that received by one of their larger clients. With a small personal injury firm, you don’t have to be the largest client in order to receive personalized service during your case.

Retaining a Florida Personal Injury Law Firm

When you are starting out, you should speak with multiple lawyers at different firms until you find the right match. Meeting with different attorneys is normal, so don’t worry that you are offending someone if you decide to move on and meet with another firm. Many attorneys offer free initial consultations, which gives you the opportunity to find an attorney who fits your needs and there is a good personality fit.

If you’re looking for a personal injury attorney in Florida, contact our West Palm Beach personal injury attorneys at Pincus & Currier LLP. We are conveniently located in West Palm Beach, but we can also assist clients throughout the state. Contact our office today at 561-868-1340 to schedule an initial consultation.