Attorneys are not “one-size-fits-all,” and choosing the wrong one can have serious consequences. On this episode, Alex Lerch and Attorney Steven DeBonis of Cordisco & Saile pull back the curtain on legal specialization, sharing how different types of lawyers live vastly different professional lives... and why that matters when it’s your case on the line.

Listeners will learn why generalist attorneys can sometimes miss critical details, the hidden mechanics of referrals, and the essential questions you need to ask before hiring a lawyer. Steven also shares a shocking case where a missed legal step cost a client tens of thousands of dollars - and how the right lawyer could have avoided it.

Things You’ll Learn in This Episode

• Why not all lawyers are interchangeable—and why specialization matters.
• The difference between personal injury, criminal defense, family, and estate attorneys.
• Real-world examples of how generalists can miss critical deadlines or case details.
• The importance of asking attorneys specific questions before you hire them.
• How the legal referral system really works (and what you should watch out for).
• Why you should never hire a lawyer just because “a friend of a friend” recommended them.
• How to do your own research beyond referrals and online searches.
• Steven’s final advice: don’t just look for a lawyer—look for the right lawyer.

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