The two most common problems facing those in need of legal services are:

• selecting the lawyer, and
• determining the cost.

Most lawyer referrals are by word of mouth. If a friend or relative recommends a lawyer and has been satisfied with his or her services in the past, do not hesitate to call that lawyer. Consulting the Yellow Pages is no guarantee of quality, so be careful. When contacting a lawyer, don't hesitate to ask whether he or she has experience with the specific legal problem you have.