Attorneys

What to look for when selecting an ethical Immigration Law Attorney:

Remember, when you hire an attorney you are paying for a service and you should be satisfied with the quality of that service. They should return your phone calls promptly, communicate with you personally and keep you updated on the status of your case. The attorney should also discuss the terms of your contract, including fees, up front. If you believe your attorney's performance is less than stellar, realize that you can replace them at your own discretion.

Interview them to decide which attorney you would like to handle your case. This interview takes place at an initial consultation. Don't expect your case to be solved during this visit. Consultations usually last 30 minutes so be prepared. Here are a few tips to get you ready.

  • Write down your story, in your own words before your meeting to organize all of your thoughts;

  • Make sure to bring copies of any documents that may affect your case;

  • Give your attorney any names or dates that affect your case so the attorney has an idea of who is involved;

  • Be prepared to answer all the attorney's questions; the attorney knows which questions to ask to help you;

  • Always tell the truth even if you think some details may hurt your case.

  • Don't lie or exaggerate the facts;

  • Avoid becoming too emotional;

  • Make sure you feel comfortable before leaving the attorney office. Don't be afraid to ask questions.

Questions to ask an attorney:

  1. How long have you been in business?

  2. Do I need legal representation for my problem?

  3. Have you handled cases like mine in the past?

  4. What have results been on my type of case?

  5. Will you be handling my case personally? If not, what kind of work will you be doing and who will be doing the rest of the work?

  6. How available are you for meetings and phone calls?

  7. How do you handle fees? Get a written retainer including:

    • Charges: Do you charge by the hour, a flat rate or contingency?

    • Services that are included

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    • Extra fees that will be assessed

    • How you will be billed

  8. What are the possible outcomes in cases such as this?

  9. How long do you expect this matter to take?

  10. What are my alternatives?

  11. Do you recommend arbitration or mediation?

Important Consumer information for Immigration Law:

Immigration Law Tips from The Law Offices of Barry N. Brumer:

  1. Ask what experience your immigration lawyer has in the area you need.

  2. After your consultation with your immigration lawyer, make sure you understand what your immigration options may be.

  3. Make sure you understand what legal services your immigration lawyer will provide at what cost.

  4. Always keep your address and phone number updated with your immigration lawyer and the C.I.S. at all times.

  5. Always keep your immigration papers with you, including any receipts from the USCIS you may have received.

 		     After interviewing and running an extensive background check the National Association Against Consumer Fraud has awarded the following business a listing in The Business A-List:

Law Offices of Barry N. Brumer 

900 E. Michigan Street
Orlando, FL 32806
Phone (407) 849-4000

www.barrybrumer.com

Barry N. Brumer, born 1948 in New York City
B.S. Business Administration, 1969 NYU
J.D. in Law, 1972 Rutgers University
International Legal Consultant, South America 1973-1980
Florida Bar Association, 1980

Since that date, Mr. Brumer has had the privilege of helping thousands of families realize their dreams of coming to live and work in the United States and to stabilize their financial circumstances.

In spite of the large number of people Mr. Brumer has helped from around the world and the complexity of the area of the laws he deals with, his goals of continually reaching for the highest levels of quality personalized service for his clients, provided at reasonable rates, have not changed.

As a member of the Christian Chamber of Commerce, Mr. Brumer welcomes the responsibility of helping families and businesses overcome and meet their challenges, whether it is in the area of immigration, related to financial issues or in other areas.

Understanding the importance of each case, Mr. Brumer has carefully put together a multilingual staff to handle the special legal needs of his community. Mr. Brumer has made sure to offer personalized service that is customer tailored and responsive to the individual needs of each client.

With so many changes in the immigration and bankruptcy laws, many families and businesses have been left feeling somewhat uncertain about their futures and what avenues to take. Many times all it takes is a better understanding of the choices available for people to be able to make the right decisions for their families and their businesses.

For this reason, The Law Offices of Barry N. Brumer offers first consultations to the public without charge, in order for the community to understand their legal rights.

The hiring of a lawyer is an important decision that should not be based solely upon advertisement. Before you decide, ask us to send you free written information about our qualifications and experience.

 

 
 

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