Depending on the situation, there are two main types of attorneys who would be useful in amputation cases. For those forced to have an amputation because of an injury causing accident, there are many attorneys who deal specifically with these circumstances. When an individual has an unnecessary amputation, there are attorneys specialized in medical malpractice. An amputation specific attorney is less common, but help in finding one is available. Medical buildings that have specific physical therapy sections are great places to get referrals from medical professionals or other individuals who have gone through an amputation. An amputation attorney has the experience necessary to present one's case in the manner best suited to gain proper and desirable compensation.