Fewer than 10% of lawyers ever go to court. Most desk jobs help clients with transactional work. According to the most recently available statistics, about 95 percent of pending lawsuits end in a pre-trial settlement. This means that only one out of every 20 personal injury cases is resolved in a court of law by a judge.
or a jury. It also means that planning a pre-trial settlement is a crucial component of any sound legal strategy. In fact, many experienced personal injury plaintiffs use most of the pre-trial preparation period to build a case that encourages their opponents to settle for a favorable sum. If you prefer to resolve your case before trial, be sure to let your lawyer know about your wish in a timely manner.
In reality, very few criminal cases go to trial. Statistically, and this is very consistent across state and federal courts, on average only 2 to 3 percent of cases go to trial. The vast majority of cases are resolved with a plea agreement before trial. It's rare for a criminal case to go to trial. Usually, less than ten percent, maybe five percent of cases go to trial. However, our Westchester criminal defense attorneys have extensive trial experience and have an excellent trial record.
You'll want an experienced criminal defense attorney in White Plains or New York who is familiar with the court system, the operation of different court systems, and how best to navigate the complexities of the criminal justice system, which can be a little overwhelming for the profane.
