I went on-line and filled out pop-up things here and there. I got a lot of calls back, all sounding like they wanted to take my case. I settled on one that seemed competent. The person who called me - the "paralegal" - took so much information down that I felt more assured that the initial application will be carefully put together.

It is a firm that is not headquartered in my state. They represent people all over the country. I have yet to receive the "contract" in the mail. I have to sign it and send it back. Then they will officially be my representatives. They said I would be categorized as being "In Dire Need." I'm not sure what they need to substantiate that. I guess they will tell me. Meanwhile, I am trying to read tips available on Internet sites.