DUI Free Consultation: Myth vs Reality

• If you’re looking for a DUI lawyer, a free consultation is your first step. 
• But there’s usually a disconnect between what clients expect to get from this free consultation versus what you’ll actually get. 
• And surprisingly, this is a good thing.

Myths: Real Offerings of a DUI Consultation

• Getting a free consultation is critical before you hire a DUI or Impaired Driving lawyer. 
• But it’s important to understand the difference between what you want from this meeting and what you’ll get.
• During most of these consultations, clients tell me what happened and then ask, “What are my chances of winning?” 
• This question is completely understandable; every client wants to know their prospects of beating their Over 80 charge.

Selecting Your DUI Lawyer: Avoid Missteps

• Now the way the lawyer responds to your question is important.
• If a lawyer begins to speculate about your chances of winning, it’s likely they’re not the right lawyer to fight your DUI case. Let me explain.

Evidence: Inside a DUI Case Evaluation

• The only proper way to assess your chances of winning a DUI case is by thoroughly reviewing all the evidence.
• This includes police officer notes, police car and jail cell videos, Intoxilyzer machine readings along with the supporting documents, and more. 
• In a typical drunk driving case, the amount of evidence can be extensive.
• A good DUI lawyer knows the importance of arranging this evidence chronologically, comparing the sequence of events with the rules in the Charter of Rights and Freedoms. 
• Only through this methodical approach can potential weaknesses or opportunities be identified in your impaired driving case. 
• This is an intensive task that demands time, often stretching over months to compile and analyze all necessary evidence.

Beyond Guesswork: The DUI Case Analysis

• If you’re consulting with a lawyer who starts predicting your case’s outcome, be wary. 
• Without a comprehensive analysis of the evidence, drawing conclusions about your chances of winning on a free phone consultation is impossible and unprofessional.

Finding an Ideal DUI Lawyer: Methodology Matters

• So, what should you look for in a DUI lawyer during a free consultation? 
• It’s not your chance at winning.  
• It’s their methodology – in other words, the strategies, techniques, and principles they will use in handling your DUI case. 
• A lawyer’s methodology should be logical and understandable to you.
• A DUI lawyer who discusses their methodology demonstrates their strategic approach to your case, which is a good sign. 
• Conversely, a lawyer who prematurely evaluates your chances of winning is a red flag. 
• Your real chances of winning your DUI case can only be determined after a comprehensive review of all the evidence, which is impossible to do in a 30-minute free consultation