I said nothing about FOIA requests, but you did. I wasn't talking about them. You were.

The value in the attorney isn't getting the attorney to go to the FAA and fix everything. It's in getting good counsel before doing or saying something stupid.

The best counsel that one gets from the attorney may often be what to not say and when not to say it. When something does need to be said, one is often best to let the attorney say it.

A good example is that letter of investigation and the offer to allow the recipient to respond. DON'T. Not until you've spoken with your attorney. When called to go meet, that's a very good time to have counsel.

In fact, as early as you can in the process, is a good time to seek counsel.