Why should I have a lawyer?
Lawyers are trained legal professionals who can explain the laws to you; help you evaluate your options; negotiate or mediate conflicts with other people; prepare letters, court forms or other legal documents for you; and represent you in court. Many lawyers offer a free (or minimal fee) initial consultation.
How do I choose a lawyer?
Word of mouth. Talk to your friends or relatives about a lawyer they may have used and who they can recommend.
If you have a low income and you have been arrested, you may qualify for an attorney through the public defender’s office. Apply at the public defender’s office, located in each courthouse handling criminal cases, on your first court date.
What is the Client Security Fund?
The Client Security Fund is a fund established by the rules of the Connecticut Superior Court to provide reimbursement to individuals who have lost money or property as a result of the dishonest conduct of an attorney practicing law in the State of Connecticut, in the course of the attorney-client relationship. The fund provides a remedy for clients who are unable to obtain reimbursement for their loss from any other source.