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Many people assume that all lawyers are equally qualified to handle their case. In their minds, the decision on which lawyer to hire comes down to finding the one that offers the lowest fee. However, just because someone is a lawyer, doesn’t mean that they are the right lawyer for you, regardless of the fee. While price is important, you should consider many more factors when choosing an attorney.

Lawyers, like all people, vary in their range of education, experience, skill, and price. Of course, you should make sure you get an Orlando attorney that offers you the best and most qualified representation, at a reasonable price. You can accomplish this by keeping the following principles in mind:

Meet with the attorney. Don’t just call.

This is serious business. Your case means a lot to you, and rightfully so. You wouldn’t buy a house or a car without taking a good look at them first, would you? You should arrange for an appointment to personally meet with the attorney you are considering. Many lawyers will offer a free consultation. Therefore, there is no cost to you to meet with the lawyer for an initial review of your case. You should make sure the meeting will be with the attorney who will actually handle your case. While the consultation is free to you, it can be very valuable in the information you may learn about your case and the attorney you are considering.

Find the most qualified lawyer for your case.

When you meet with the attorney, you can ask them about their qualifications for handling your case. If you aren’t feeling bold enough to ask, many lawyer have websites or literature you can review that will contain such information. You should consider:

  • Is the attorney a licensed member of the state and court in which your case is will proceed? Are they in good standing?
  • Did the attorney graduate from an accredited and reputable law school?
  • Is the lawyer experienced in handling your type of case? How many such cases have they had? How many years have they practiced law and represented individuals in your type of case.
  • Does the attorney present themselves well? Do they appear knowledgeable, confident, articulate? Remember, the same attorney will represent you in court and must be able to be persuasive and convincing on your behalf to a judge, jury and opposing counsel.
  • Does the attorney seem to have a strategy for getting the best possible outcome in your type of case? Do they understand the issues and seem to have a good idea of how they will resolve them?
  • Does the attorney offer reasonable fees? As a general rule, you get what you pay for. However, you should be cautious if the fees seems too high compared to what other well qualified attorneys are charging. A fee that is too low is also a red flag. You want to make sure that you get the most qualified lawyer. Even the best attorneys offer reasonable fees. Some firms even offer payment plans.

In summary, don’t short change yourself by not taking the time to find the best lawyer for you. Your case is too important; taking a small amount of time to find the right attorney will be well worth it.

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I have known Mark Longwell for years and worked alongside him on numerous cases during my time as a bail agent. From a professional standpoint, I have seen firsthand how he operates inside the criminal justice system. Mark understands strategy. He understands procedure. And most importantly, he understands how to protect his clients while navigating complex criminal cases. Preparation matters in this field — and he comes prepared. As someone who has spent years in the bail industry, I do not make recommendations lightly. I have observed his professionalism, courtroom presence, and ability to manage serious cases with discipline and focus. If you are looking for a criminal defense attorney in Orlando who knows the system and knows how to move within it, Mark Longwell and his team are a firm I can confidently speak about from direct experience.

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We found ourselves in a situation where we needed a criminal defense attorney. We have never been in a situation like this before and didn’t know where to turn. A friend’s lawyer recommended Mark Longwell.
My husband called and left a message on Sat., Dec. 27. Mark himself returned the call within an hour. We hired them and they went right to work on my case.
There was an urgency as we were booked on a cruise 1/10 and I was told I could not leave the state of Florida. Our son was getting married on the ship and I didn’t know if I would be able to be there.
They made motions to allow me to leave the state and also to dismiss the case. Everything was running behind because of the holidays.
The morning of Jan. 6, Andrew called to tell me that my case was dismissed! I was never so happy or greatful in my life. A little later Mark called as well. They really went to work for me and I would recommend them to anyone.

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Had a great experience, they are all very knowledgeable and have good communication and are great at their jobs. Andrew was my lawyer and within a month my charges were dropped I never even had to go to court which is a relief. I can’t thank the team of Longwell lawyers enough. Might be costly but these guys are good at what they do

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