Initial Consultation with
Nolan Animal Law
The purpose of a consultation with Nolan Animal Law is to allow you, as the prospective client, to introduce yourself and share your needs and concerns with us. On our end, we aim to get a better understanding of your case, evaluate whether we are the proper resource for addressing the matter, and advise what, if anything, can be done to help you. The initial consultation also gives us time to discuss fees, timing, potential conflicts, and other practical matters.
Please understand that your matter will typically not be resolved during the initial consultation, nor is the consultation's goal to render a final or definitive legal opinion. While discussion of the legal remedies or resolutions available for your matter, if any, will occasionally take place at the conclusion of the consultation, additional investigation or research by the attorney is often required. The initial consultation's ultimate goal is for both the attorney and prospective client to obtain enough information to make an informed decision about what to do next while balancing time and scheduling.
THREE MAIN GOALS OF
THE CONSULTATION
LEARN
A consultation helps us understand your particular legal concern
INFORM
It also gives us a chance to go over your various legal options
RESOLVE
Together we determine the best path forward to meet your legal needs
To ensure that our staff and clients remain safe and healthy, Nolan Animal Law is adhering to all COVID-19 protocols. Consultations will ONLY be conducted online via Zoom or by telephone at this time.
Three Easy Steps to Schedule Your Consultation
The first step in the consultation process is to contact us. Either give us a call or send an email.
As part of our intake process, and to better understand your situation, we have a few simple questions to gather basic information, make sure there aren’t any conflicts, and clearly explain the the next steps to you.
CALL
(619) 369-9328
EMAIL: cnolan@nolananimallaw.com
After you set up your MyCase Client Portal (you’ll receive instructions by e-mail), you’ll be sent a consultation agreement, which you can sign electronically.
Then just schedule and pay for your consultation appointment in just a few clicks, using our safe & secure online booking system!
Once the first two steps have been completed, you will receive a confirmation email with your appointment details, including your Zoom conference call* link. Please let us know if you prefer to have a telephone conference call instead.
Be sure to forward all relevant documents, emails, and correspondence to the attorney via an upload to the MyCase Client Portal or send by email.
*For your convenience your consultation can be recorded and sent to you after your appointment.
PREPARING FOR YOUR CONSULTATION
Your time with an attorney is important. Here are a few tips to help you get the most out of your initial consultation.
Tip #1
Think about what your goal is concerning your legal matter. We’ll be better able to help you if you know the outcome you desire.
Tip #2
Prepare to be honest. We will treat everything you say with confidentiality so you can feel comfortable speaking freely.
Tip #3
Review the facts. We may ask you some tough questions, but it’s for your benefit to share all relevant aspects of your issue.
Tip #4
Consider any questions you may have. We’ll do our best to answer them candidly and with as much detail as you need.
What to Expect
The attorney will discuss your legal matter with you in some detail. If you don’t understand something, please ask to have us explain it again. We don’t mind. Really.
If we decide that we can help you with your matter, and you decide you want to proceed, we’ll work together to determine the best path forward to meet your legal need.
If it is decided that Nolan Animal Law is not the right fit for your case for any reason, you will be offered a referral to another attorney or firm that can better assist you. Nolan Animal Law has a vast referral network of qualified attorney, and this benefit can save you time and money in searching for the right attorney for you.