What areas of the law do you specialize in?
This question is key because you want an Oklahoma City attorney who has a great deal of experience in the type of litigation your case falls under. At Law Offices of Stipe & Belote, we have attorneys who specialize in several types of personal injury cases, civil litigation, insurance bad faith lawsuits, and more.
Do you have references for similar cases?
A successful track record in the area of law that your case falls under is a critical factor in selecting a law firm or attorney to represent you.
How long has your law firm been in practice?
The longevity of a law firm is a good indicator to use in determining the best legal representation for you. The attorneys of Law Offices of Stipe & Belote have been practicing law for over 17 years.
Will you be handling my case personally?
Oftentimes law firms will have several lawyers and staff members working on your case simultaneously, but one single contact person will be assigned to communicate with you directly. This is how many cases at Law Offices of Stipe & Belote are handled, and we are committed to providing the personalized, individual service you need.
What are your fees and hourly rates?
Most reputable personal injury lawyers will not charge you a fee unless your case is won or settled out of court. That is how Law Offices of Stipe & Belote handles the payments for its cases - there is never an up-front fee for the client.
What are the strengths and weaknesses of my case?
The strength of personal injury lawsuits usually increases dramatically if there is evidence and witness testimony available. After reviewing your case details with you, our expert personal injury attorneys can discuss your case's strengths and weaknesses in detail.
How long will my lawsuit take?
On average, most cases take about a year - however, this is only a rough estimate. Each case is different and can take anywhere from one month to a span of several years.