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GETTING STARTED

Preparing for Your First Personal Injury Attorney Meeting

What to bring, what to ask, and why you do not need every answer before reaching out.

Start with your story

Your first conversation is an opportunity to explain what happened and how it has affected you. You do not need legal terminology or a complete set of records. Focus on the events you remember, the concerns you have today, and the questions you want answered.

Bring what you already have

Helpful materials may include an incident number, photographs, insurance correspondence, medical bills, and information about missed work. Make a short timeline if it helps you organize your thoughts. Tell the attorney about any upcoming response dates or documents you have been asked to sign. Missing records should not stop you from reaching out.

Ask about the process

Consider asking who would handle your case, how communication would work, what evidence needs attention, and what the next steps might be. Ask how the firm approaches settlement and trial. Understanding the working relationship is part of choosing representation.

Discuss fees and expenses

Mortimer Injury Law handles personal injury cases on a contingency-fee basis. Ask the firm to explain the fee arrangement and responsibility for case expenses in the written agreement before representation begins. Make sure you understand the terms and have a chance to ask questions.

Keep the initial message brief

When requesting a meeting through a website, provide a short description and a way to contact you. Wait for instructions before sending sensitive documents. Contacting the office alone does not create an attorney-client relationship.

Personal attention from the beginning

Based in Boise and serving all of Idaho, Mortimer Injury Law takes time to understand the person behind the claim. We can discuss whether we can help and what information would be useful next. You can call 208.301.5721 to start that conversation.

General information, not legal advice. The law and its application depend on the facts of each case. Contacting our office does not create an attorney-client relationship.