A reputable medical malpractice attorney often provides the first consultation free of cost. Therefore, if you are considering filing a compensation lawsuit against a doctor for the injuries caused to you or your loved ones due to his/her negligent act, you must try to make the best use of the first free consultation with the lawyers. The best strategy is to shortlist at least three or four experienced lawyers with great success record in handling cases similar to yours and then to interview them thoroughly during the first consultation. This will help you compare their services and you will be able to make an informed decision which one out of them you should hire for your case. But, this comparison-shopping is not going to work if you are not well prepared. Following is a brief rundown on how to go about it.