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Key Phrases That Should Raise the Hairs
There are some key phrases that should instantly make you wary of a particular client. Here are a few examples.
"You're a lawyer? Hey, I gotta question": This one is a little unfair because there doesn't seem to be any non-iffy way to ask a legal question of a lawyer without actually saying you have a question. But it all has to do with attitude. The preferred potential client would rephrase the question like this: "I think I have a legal problem that might need the help of a professional." Sounds a little less dubious, doesn't it?
"I just need some quick advice": This is another one that could potentially land you in big trouble, especially since you haven't secured a retainer. Giving quick legal advice is equivalent to forming an attorney-client relationship with someone who didn't want to pay for that quick legal advice.
"I heard you gave free consultations": You might have opted to offer free consultations in a bid to convince potentials to hire you. They think they're getting legal advice, but they're wrong. It's really a setup for you to size them up. Be wary of those people who call you because you give free consultations because they're again looking for a cheap way out of their problem. We're not saying don't ever take clients whom you sign over a free consultation. We're saying be wary of potentials who came in because of your free consultation.
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