'Buy Shoes on Wednesday': 10 tips on when best to accomplish everyday tasks

From 'Buy Shoes on Wednesday and Tweet at 4:00,' writer Mark Di Vincenzo shares the smartest times to tackle those items on your to-do list. (Hint: January is the best time to visit New York on a budget.)

9. When is the best time to call a lawyer?

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Holger Haerter (r.), former CFO of Porsche, arrives at his trial with his lawyer, Anne Wehnert (l.).

Di Vincenzo suggests calling lawyers in the afternoon – they often arrange sit-downs with clients or are in court during the morning. However, if you get in there early, Di Vincenzo says, 9 a.m. can also be a good time because even if the lawyer isn't there, they may start calling people back in the order in which they called, so you'll be at the top of the list.

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