Question

Marsha has met with two attorneys. Attorney A works at a large prominent law firm and charges a lower hourly fee, has little experience in Marsha's area of business and takes several days to return phone calls. Attorney B charges a slightly higher hourly rate, has direct experience in Marsha's area of business and replies promptly. Marsha should hire:a. Attorney A because of the firm's reputation
b. Attorney A because it is cheaper
c. Attorney B because this person is a better fit for Marsha's needs
d. None of these are correct

Answer 1

Answer:

c. Attorney B because this person is a better fit for Marsha's needs.

Explanation:

Attorney B is the better option because he has direct experience in Marsha's area of business and will be more focused on delivering results. Unlike Attorney A that works in a big firm, does not have experience in Marsha's business, and does not respond to her calls.

Despite the slightly higher hourly rate by Attorney B he is the better option because the probability that he will deliver results is high.

Attorney A may be cheaper but due to his inexperience and lack of commitment to the case he stands the chance of loosing the case. Resulting in even higher loss.