Business Description
For a consultation with one of our recommended lawyers, call (718) 624-0843 or visit: www.brooklynbar.org/lrs/
The Brooklyn Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service is Brooklyn’s oldest and largest attorney referral service, and is the only referral service in Brooklyn that has been certified by the American Bar Association.
We can refer you to an attorney in any of the five Boroughs of New York, as well as the neighboring Counties of Nassau, Suffolk, Rockland, and Westchester.
We have over 150 prescreened lawyers with expertise in virtually all areas of the law. Each lawyer on our panel must meet or exceed very high standards of experience and qualifications.
Map & Directions
MUST BE LOOKED AT BEFORE CONTACTING ANY LOCAL BUSINESS
Researching a Business Before Making Contact
Look at reviews and ratings: Look at the reviews and ratings provided by other customers to gauge the reputation and reliability of the business. Check Contact Details: Double-check the contact details such as phone numbers and email addresses. If available, visit the business's official website. Verify Location: Confirm the location using the provided Google map.
Verifying Contact
Operating Hours: Check the business's operating hours to make sure they are open when you call. Note any holidays or special closure days. Alternate Contact Methods: Look for other ways to contact the business, like email or social media, if the main phone number doesn’t work.
Keeping Your Personal Information Safe
Protect Your Personal Data: Do not share personal information such as your social security number, credit card details, or passwords over the phone or email. Confirm Identity: Ensure that the person you are speaking with is a legitimate representative of the business. Check their name and position on the business's official website. Before proceeding with any legal matters, consider reviewing local $stateName state laws. It is also advisable to get advice from a licensed lawyer specializing in privacy laws to ensure adherence and to safeguard your rights and interests. You can find more information here by finding an accredited legal expert in privacy laws.
Environmental and Operational Guidelines
Weather Check: Look at the weather forecast for the area before you visit. Check Business Status: Verify that the business will be open on the day you intend to visit, taking holidays into account.
Reporting Disagreements or Issues
Handling Disputes: Document any legal issues or disputes and seek legal advice. You may also report the issue to local consumer protection agencies. Report Listing Problems: If you find that a business is permanently closed, has a wrong phone number, or incorrect address on our directory, please report it to us. Submit a report using the following form: Contact Us Form
Assessing Firms
Post a Review: Review the business on their Facebook page or Google Local Business. Your review will assist others in making informed choices.