Illuminatus:
You don't know good lawyers by looking at them. I know people like to see lawyers that are dressed fashionably, but lawyers don't always treat your case the way they treat their bodies.

I would suggest that you ask around, and get recommendations. Ask these people why they like the lawyers they recommend.

Then visit lawyers in their offices and gauge how they receive you. Do they make you feel comfortable? Do they sound knowledgable? Typically, they should talk to you about preliminaries in your first meeting, after which they will ask you to tell them what you want. At the end of this meeting, they will give you possible options and their possible outcomes.

Ultimately, the lawyer is there to advise you and follow your lead. A good lawyer should be able to empathise with you whilst maintaining objectivity.

Good luck.

tankoy:
Please Nairalanders I have a case in the court that requires a good lawyer to handle but don't know how to go about getting a good lawyer. Please I want to know the guidelines for getting one who will stand the test of time. It's a leave case.