I don’t know about you, but I’m not a very handy person. So, when I have problems around the house with my heating and cooling system, or my roof, or my plumbing, or any other complex system, I call a qualified professional to assist me in solving that problem. While platforms like YouTube are amazing these days for imparting basic knowledge and helping with quick fixes, I know I would probably muddle my way through any needed repair or upgrade if I tried to do it myself after watching a few videos. Besides, I know I would take up too much of my time, waste my own money through mistakes, and I would probably end up being dissatisfied with the end result.
Dealing with a legal problem (or wishing to be proactive in avoiding a legal problem) is very similar to the above. Like the technical systems in our homes, the law is also a complex system that requires education and experience to fully understand. While you could try to handle a legal problem yourself, and you may succeed, it’s also possible that you will waste your time, waste your money, and end up being dissatisfied with the end result. Besides, why deal with all the stress and uncertainty that participating in an unfamiliar process could entail? When you hire a properly-licensed and qualified lawyer, you gain access to a counselor and advocate who has demonstrated the level of proficiency needed to assist you in solving your problem, or in avoiding a problem. Although no legal outcome can ever be guaranteed, a lawyer can assist you in understanding the law, how the law applies to the facts of your case, and what options may be available to you.
If you are not the kind of person who would do your own plumbing or install your own HVAC system, or undertake any other task with which you are not fully familiar, then it probably makes sense to at least consult with a lawyer, such as me, who can help you understand the law, how the law applies to your circumstances, and what can be done, if anything, to help the change the circumstances in your favor.