Due to the tremendous searching capabilities demonstrated by online search engines, almost all the websites have incorporated search function onto their respective sites. A search function instantly appeals to a new user as the only thing he needs to know is his query. Lawyer search, in the same vein, combines the searching technology with user friendliness.

A lawyer search option should be as flexible as possible, but at the same time it should not confuse the user with redundant options. A well-though out searching tree and intuitive guessing of users needs goes a long way towards making it a solid feature.

A lawyer search can generally be conducted on three main criteria’s: location based, issue based and name based. A location based lawyer search allows the user to search using location filters. Starting from region, state, city and locality, these searches are easiest and give widest number of results. Majority of users are also interested in knowing the legality of a particular issue and would like to get in touch with the specialist lawyers in such cases. For them, issue based search option is provided.

Typing the name of legal issue like ‘automobile accident’ instantly gives the listing of specialist lawyers. One can then refine them depending upon his/her location. Finally, the name based search is useful for those who happen to know a particular lawyers/firms name and would like to know more about their location and specialization, if any.

Many websites allows still more advanced searching options including fees, availability and more. Naturally, more the number of options; more refined and accurate the search becomes.