Is there an alternative to appearing pro se (representing yourself) that is affordable?
Most people who file and pursue litigation in the federal court employ a licensed attorney, who practices law, has appeared in court, and is familiar with the rules of procedure that govern court processes. Some attorneys may be willing to accept your case on a contingency basis where the attorney would receive a fee based upon a percentage of your recovery if you win your case, and the attorney would get nothing if you do not prevail. There are provisions under some laws that require the other side to pay your attorneys fees should you win your case. Most attorneys are careful when screening cases before agreeing to accept them in order to make sure potential clients have a viable chance for winning a case which would allow them to collect a fee. If an attorney rejects your case, reasons for such an action could be based on considerations such as: • There may be no merit to your case; • You may not be able to prove anyone liable for wrong done to you; • The wrong done to you may not b
