Mesothelioma is a cancerous tumor caused primarily by asbestos exposure. It will develop in the chest cavity, abdomen or lungs. It is a rare disease whose symptoms usually show up decades after being exposed. Filing a mesothelioma lawsuit is a long process. Therefore, selection of a mesothelioma attorney whom one can trust and have a good rapport with is paramount. For those considering filing a mesothelioma lawsuit, he/she should meet with a variety of lawyers before making the final decision.

A qualified mesothelioma attorney can be found in places like bar associations, law directories (found in most public libraries), Yellow Pages, and certainly on the Internet (many firms have their own sites).

To narrow down the choices, once the names of a few mesothelioma attorneys in your area have been found, the process can begin by describing the legal issue to each attorney and inquire as to whether they can handle the case. It is advisable to schedule appointments with at least three different attorneys/firms before making the final selection.

The initial consultation is an opportunity for the client and the lawyer to get to know each other. After listening to the case, the lawyer should be able to outline the client's rights and offer alternative courses of action. The initial consultation is the mesothelioma attorney's opportunity to explain what can be done and how much it will cost. One should not hesitate to ask about the attorney's experience in handling previous mesothelioma lawsuits. It is important to ask each attorney for a list of references for further contact.

After each initial consultation, some analysis about the lawyer should be done as to whether he/she listens to the client's reports, is knowledgeable about asbestos law, is capable of giving the client a firm understanding of alternative courses of action, and if he/she is able to understand the range of possible results associated with each course of action. Most importantly you should be able to feel very comfortable that your attorney has your best interest at heart. If this is not the case, definitely continue the search. When the decision of hiring a lawyer is finally made, a request for a written fee agreement can be made.

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