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i need a lawyer, but what kind?


I just got a possession charge while on probation for a previous Minor in Consumption along with trespassing and vandalism. My friend who got caught with me advised to get a lawyer, but I dont know where I can find a cheap, decent lawyer to defend my case. Im a student at a local college in Anchorage Alaska and i have a very limited income. Any help is much appreciated. Thank you very much

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  1. #1 by Hussain on 11/30/2011 - 9:04 AM

    If a person cannot afford a lawyer then the state will provide one on behalf of the accused. You could also contact your college’s law department, they may have lawyers doing probono work .

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  2. #2 by mailaccount63 on 11/30/2011 - 9:21 AM

    THE best way to find a lawyer is by word of mouth. Ask your: family, friends, coworkers, anyone you might know in the same situation, etc.

    OR

    Call your local (usually county) bar association. Ask for names of attorneys that handle your type of matter. (If money is a BIG problem, you could also ask for the phone number of your local LegalAid office. – the attorneys at LegalAid are “real” attorneys, but sometimes in the field of Law, how much you are willing to pay does affect the quality you get.)

    OR

    Go to your guidance counselor at your school. They might be aware of a resource that could help you.

    OR

    Go to your local Public Library. Ask the Reference Librarian for their “MARTINDALE-HUBBELL” – and/or on the computer http://www.martindale.com – to find an attorney based on practice, geography, etc.

    When you call the law office(s), insist on speaking with the Lawyer. Just tell the Secretary the main idea of your matter – do not tell all the little details of your matter to the Secretary – save the details for the Attorney. When you get the Lawyer on the phone line, ask him/her:

    - Do they give >>>FREE, initial consultations for the FIRST meeting? (most do, but not all – you have to ask, don’t assume)
    - How much do they charge (per hour)?
    - Could you make payments on your account?
    - Can they help you? OR Refer you to someone who can help you?

    Good luck.

    (This is based on my knowledge, information, belief, and life experiences. This was intended as personal opinion, and not intended to be used as legal advice. Seeking advice over the Internet is not a good idea – the field of Law is too complex for that. Please be careful and do your research.)

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