Finding a RE Lawyer?

[Brianna W.]

Hello everyone, I know that I will need a lawyer to look over and tweak my contracts. I've never worked with a lawyer before and I don't know what to look for. So I have a few questions that I hope someone will be able to answer.

How much should I expect to Pay a lawyer to look over my contract?
When I need advice, do I pay per session or can I just call my lawyer with quick questions without any fee?
What qualities should I look for in a real estate lawyer?

[John Knappmann]

Brianna, I happen to be an attorney who has worked for local government but is also now an investor and I would agree with the advice to seek out the attorneys who your local landlords recommend. You don't need a specialist to draft up a lease (in fact, you could adapt a lease someone else uses), but there will come issues down the road where you will need someone with some expertise. Same with a CPA, by the way.

You want an attorney who will be responsive and knows the area. They may not always be able to take your call, but they should be able to get back to you by the next day or so. Above all, find one you are comfortable with, as there is nothing worse than paying money to someone and wondering if it is helping solve your issue.