[header] How to sue the government for unreasonable search or seizure [title] Talk to family and friends. [step] The complexity of a section 1983 action as well as federal court rules and procedures necessitate an attorney if you want to prevail. People who are familiar with you and your case, and who know you as a person, can be your strongest sources of attorney recommendations.
However, you shouldn't automatically hire an attorney based on a recommendation alone. [substeps] Family or friends may provide strong recommendations because they know you and the type of people you get along with.