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Gabb J H & Co

Gabb J H & Co

Litigation - if you need assistance with civil or commercial disputes, insolvency or property disputes then call us for a personal and professional service. Personal legal disputes can be costly and stressful however we have a great deal of experience and have become adept at seeking the most cost effective solution, whilst at the same time displaying a high degree of discretion whether you find yourself in the position of claimant or defendant. less

Purely Probate Solicitors

Purely Probate Solicitors

Trusts are used when someone wants to transfer ownership of assets but is not ready to make an outright gift - property may be put into trust for a beneficiary's life, or until they reach a certain age. This 32-page handbook will help you along the path to making a comprehensive list of all of your financial and other important documents. less

Barton & Hendry

Barton & Hendry

We offer a full estate agency service in Central Scotland. We are members of G.S.P.C. This service can be offered together with our conveyancing services, or independently of our conveyancing services if you prefer. We can offer you a pre-sale valuation and a competitive commission structure. less

Maclachlan Solicitors

Maclachlan Solicitors

Our well respected and friendly team of lawyers understand your needs as a client. Whether you are buying or selling a property, seeking advice on a will or inheritance tax issues or thinking of setting up your own business, we are able to offer sound practical advice and assistance. We offer a full range of litigation and dispute resolution advice for personal and business clients. Our legal expertise also extends to commercial property and agricultural matters. less

Ben Hoare Bell

Ben Hoare Bell

Ben Hoare Bell LLP was named 'Legal Aid Firm of the Year' at the 2014 Legal Aid Lawyer of the Year Awards. The firm has also been named 'Newcastle Law Firm of the Year' in the 2014 awards with the Newcastle Law Society. We are instructed to act for people detained at Medomsley Detention Centre in the 1970s and 1980s. If you were detained at Medomsley during this time please contact us today. less

Thomashaywood Solicitors

Thomashaywood Solicitors

Sarah and Jill created ThomasHaywood as they believe their approach is unique. They wish to provide a service individual to each client. They believe all of their clients not only need, but deserve someone who has a thorough knowledge and experience of the law, who can provide a practical, sympathetic and constructive approach. We will deal with every aspect of your case. You will only be referred to an assistant with your agreement. less

Harold Bell

Harold Bell

This firm maintains professional indemnity insurance in accordance with the rules of the Solicitors Regulation Authority. Details of the insurers and territorial coverage of the policy are available for inspection at our office. Harold Bell & Co. is a Solicitor firm that has served Ewell and its surrounding communities from the same location for over 50 years. less

Williams Ross

Williams Ross

We are a small general practice operating from Tilehouse Street in the historic market town of Hitchin in Hertfordshire. The firm was founded in 1977 by Mr J A Williams, who passed away in 2003, initially to operate an international consultancy practice based on his prior experience in many parts of the world. less

Ames Kent Solicitors

Ames Kent Solicitors

Ames Kent offers a full range of legal services to private and commercial Clients. We recognise that sometimes you need to obtain legal advice and this can be daunting and stressful. We aim to reduce your stress and worry by responding quickly and efficiently to your needs in a friendly manner and in plain English. We continue to invest in resources and provide our Clients with a cost effective service. less

Arnison Heelis Solicitors

Arnison Heelis Solicitors

Arnison Heelis evolved following the merger in 2011 of two long established local firms; Arnison & Company Solicitors Limited in Penrith and Heelis Solicitors in Appleby. Our local knowledge and expertise have ensured that both firms have long been committed to providing high quality legal assistance and our team continue to offer a professional, personal and friendly service. less

Lloyds Cooper

Lloyds Cooper

Lloyds Cooper LLP are professionally trained solicitors, based in Leominster, Herefordshire, offering legal advice and support services to a wide range of individuals and small business. Services include help and advice in all aspects of buying and selling residential or commercial property, property matters including residential and commercial leases, the preparation of wills and dealing with probate, trusts, tax planning and commercial matters including small business issues. less

Cameron Jones Hussell & Howe

Cameron Jones Hussell & Howe

W hilst times and peoples expectations have changed, we have recognised that there are a greater choice of legal services available. Many promises go with these services. However, here at CJHH, we promise to offer you a tailored professional legal service that ensures that your interests are paramount. less

Access Legal

Access Legal

We're the private client arm of Shoosmiths, a major national law firm that has been advising clients for over 160 years. We call the service that we provide Access Legal because that's precisely what we aim to do: give you easy access to the law through friendly, approachable people who know how to make the complex simple. How long will it take? How much will it cost? less

Rutland Family Law

Rutland Family Law

Family Law Group Ltd is a firm of Solicitors dedicated exclusively to Family Law, making us experts in our field. The specialist nature of our practice means that we understand the difficulties you may be facing and our aim is to help our clients when they need it most. We aim to deal with emergency cases out of office hours and all other cases within office hours. We offer a full range of legal services associated with Family Law through our offices in Oakham (Rutland). less

Stone Milward Rapers Solicitors

Stone Milward Rapers Solicitors

Businesses, organisations and industry are facing ever increasing legal regulations. As organisations grow, so do new challenges. We help with this growth through the acquisition or merger of companies, organisations or businesses, refinancing or any other activity. less

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There is a whole number of reasons why you may want or need to engage with the service of a solicitor. No matter your reason, if you are in need of a good solicitor, it is understandable that you don’t know where to begin with when searching for one. With so many solicitors offering their services in your area, it is easy to get overwhelmed by the many options, especially in this pretty stressful time of your life, when you need the help of a solicitor. Whatever you legal problem is, finding the right solicitor may turn into a challenge. However, finding a reliable, experienced, and knowledgeable solicitor is also very crucial and important for resolving your legal problem. With thousands and thousands of solicitors and firms in the country, no one has the time, energy, or even desire to go through all of them, make a research, and based on that find the right solicitors. It is about time to start narrowing down the list as much as you can and find the quickest and most effective way to target and find the right solicitor for your needs and case. Here are some helpful ideas and tips on how to find the right solicitor in this article.

Common Reasons Why You Need a Solicitor

Here is a list of some of the most common reasons and legal problems why people will be in need of the help of a solicitor. However, keep in mind that in case your legal problem is not mentioned here, it doesn’t mean that a solicitor will not be able to help you. Always make sure to contact a solicitor and share as much about your legal problem as possible, so they will be able to decide whether they have the experience and knowledge to help you or not.

• An accident at work

• A road traffic accident

• Clinical negligence

• An industrial disease

• An unfair dismissal claim

• A settlement agreement

• A discrimination claim

• A constructive dismissal claim

Get Recommendations for a Solicitor

First things first, no matter what type of a professional you are looking for, a solicitor included, you start by checking out recommendations and referrals from people you know and you trust and they have an experience with a solicitor. Recommendations and referrals for a solicitor are always helpful and a very high proportions of the new clients of a solicitor come from word of mouth and recommendations. However, make sure that recommendations are for a solicitor who is working on a relevant to your legal problem field and they can actually help you, otherwise you will waste your time. There are different legal disciplines and a solicitor will be experienced and focused in one or a couple of them. So make sure to research the solicitors with the right expertise to help you resolve your legal problem.

When Choosing a Solicitor: The Bigger Firm Does Not Mean the Better

Just because a firm of solicitors is a big one, it does not mean that is a good and reliable firm. However, it often means that a big solicitor firm will have a big advertising budget. In fact, a smaller solicitor firm will be able to provide you with a lot more personal attention and care and spend more time on helping your case.

It Is Not Necessarily to Hire a Local Solicitor

Most of the people will opt for a solicitor in their area, assuming it will be easier to work with a local solicitor. Communication with your solicitor now is no more limited by meetings in person, thanks to the digital area we live in, it is so easy to speak to your solicitor at any moment you need their help. Of course, there is nothing wrong if you decide to work with a local solicitor, if you find them to be the right choice for you. However, just keep in mind you are not limited.

Communication with the Solicitor is Important

Of course, communication is the most important thing you and your professional legal advisor and representative will have in the context of your relationship. Poor communication can definitely be a deal breaker. That is why you want to choose a solicitor who is good at communicating with you and you feel comfortable enough to share all details of your legal problem with them. You want to work with a professional, who can always take your calls or give back calls and, in general, is ready to speak to you whenever you need their help, assistance, and advice. Honest and clear communication is so important for the relationship shared between you and your solicitor and it will often determine if you decide to continue working with them or switch to another specialist in the branch.

Check Out Online Reviews for a Solicitor

Of course, besides getting recommendations and referrals from people you know in person, you can always check what the online space has to offer. There are many reviews and people sharing their impressions and opinions about solicitors they have hired for a bunch of different sorts of legal problems. It is a good way to gather additional recommendations and you can often base your decision on all the opinions you have collected and checked both online and offline. However, be aware of the fact there may be some biased and subjective reviews so don’t approach every review with trust.

When Choosing a Solicitor, Go With Your Guts

All of the tips and ideas shared above will help you narrow down your list of potential professionals to hire, however, at the end of the day you should also trust your instinct and go with your guts. In order to make your instinct help you, make sure you meet the solicitor you consider hiring in person and speak to them. It will be easier for you to make a final decision you won’t regret once you have spoke to the solicitor and asked all your questions, deciding based on the answers you get.

Common reasons why you need a solicitor
Get recommendations for a solicitor
When choosing a solicitor: the bigger firm does not mean the better
It is not necessarily to hire a local solicitor
Communication with the solicitor is important
Check out online reviews for a solicitor
When choosing a solicitor, go with your guts