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Steed & Steed

Steed & Steed

A well respected firm of more than 100 years providing a wide range of legal services and advice with offices in Braintree, Essex and Sudbury, Suffolk. We are committed to providing a professional legal service to all our clients, that is accurate, comprehensible, independent, timely, cost effective and suited to the specific needs of the client and the matter. We offer the same high standard of service to all our clients. less

Gurney Harden Solicitors

Gurney Harden Solicitors

We are a specialist criminal defence practice of Solicitors and Higher Court Advocates based in Ashford, Kent. We cover all areas of criminal and prison law from minor traffic offences through to serious white collar, drugs and violence offences. We undertake work for clients in the police stations and courts in Kent, Sussex, Essex and South London and regularly represent clients in the Magistrates' Courts at Canterbury, Dover and Folkestone and Crown Courts at Canterbury and Maidstone. less

J.S.B. Gillespie & C

J.S.B. Gillespie & C

Larbert, Falkirk, Scotland, FK5 3JP

Immaculately presented 3 bed mid terraced property in a nice enclosed private area in Tamfourhill. Accom comprises: Ent Hallway, W/C, Lounge, Dining Room, Kitchen on the ground floor. Upper floor 3 double bedrooms & shower room. Benefits from GCH & DG. This family run business has 30 years + of Conveyancing & Estate Agency experience with highly qualified staff. less

Hall Smith Whittingham

Hall Smith Whittingham

It helps that we have lawyers who are particularly specialised. Because we are good at what we do, and are confident in our abilities, we can afford that extra little bit of time for good, old-fashioned, service. We aim to respond to all our client's needs quickly and effectively - with a dedicated, personal, approach - (hopefully with a smile!). All our clients are important to us. Of course we also have a reputation for the quality of our work among other Law Firms, as well as our own clients. less

Pemberton Greenish

Pemberton Greenish

We have been providing outstanding legal services to businesses and individuals for over 200 years. Our continued success is built on long term relationships, using small and experienced teams to deliver a high quality and personal service. Our core business is providing legal services to companies and individuals owning and dealing in UK property assets, with a focus on Prime Central London real estate. less

Martin Johnston & Socha

Martin Johnston & Socha

Kirkcaldy, Fife, Scotland, KY1 1XD

Welcome to Martin, Johnston & Socha, Solicitors & Criminal Defence Lawyers with offices in Dunfermline, Alloa & Kirkcaldy. Our size and experience means we can react swiftly and effectively to help our clients, whatever their situation, throughout Scotland. At Martin, Johnston & Socha, we believe everyone is entitled to a defence. We aim to fearlessly represent and defend our clients, whatever the charge. less

Roger Richards Solicitors

Roger Richards Solicitors

We are a practice that offers a wide range of legal services to Torbay, South Hams and the surrounding area. Roger Richards Solicitors is keen to promote a practice free from the stuffiness, stress and strain sometimes associated with solicitors. Nevertheless, our experienced team of solicitors provides quality legal advice of the highest standard. We provide a first class professional yet personal service and are proud of our progressive approach. less

Conroys

Conroys

We specialise in employment law, community care law, mental health law (including mental capacity), and public law (judicial review). Legal aid is available for most areas of law. Conroys is regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA number 465805). Clients of Follett Stock Solicitors LLP will probably be aware that the Solicitors Regulation Authority have intervened in the practice of Follett Stock and the business is now closed. less

Forman Law

Forman Law

Forman Law solicitors can advise and assist you in relation to legal agreements and disputes concerning children, debt collection, employment & compromise agreements, landlord & tenant, family & divorce, power of attorney and probate matters. We specialise in dealing with complex and high value cases but are equally happy to deal with everyday situations. less

Lawland Solicitors

Lawland Solicitors

We offer wide range of legal services such as Asylum, Immigration, Human Rights, Naturalisation, EU Applications, Judicial Review, Family Reunion, Business Immigration etc. We also offer legal services and advice to people who have had their claims refused or have been waiting for an unreasonable time for their claims to be settled. less

Beeston Shenton Solicitors

Beeston Shenton Solicitors

When I was at a low ebb and in need of support and advice, I turned to Paul Shenton (not forgetting Sarah as well) and found real advice and understanding and an excellent service. I would recommend Beeston/Shenton for those in a similar situation as myself (contested child access and divorce) or any situation where legal action is required. Down to earth and real - I could not have asked for anything more from this team. less

Kevin Brown Solicitor

Kevin Brown Solicitor

I provide a personal and professional legal service covering all aspects of family law. I have 24 years experience as a qualified solicitor, which allows me to provide you with a caring, professional legal service. By practising alone, I can offer you a more personal legal service. By prior arrangement I will visit your home or anywhere else; which ever is more suited to your needs. Evening and weekend appointments are available. less

Solicitors Northampton, Milton Keynes

Solicitors Northampton, Milton Keynes

We offer fixed fees wherever possible but otherwise clear quotes and estimates to ensure that our clients get no nasty surprises. We also provide set fee initial consultations. We advise on many areas including employment law, compromise/settlement agreements, divorce and family law, landlord & tenant, personal injury, conveyancing, wills, probate, lasting powers of attorney and immigration. less

Bloomsbury Law Solicitors

Bloomsbury Law Solicitors

Welcome to Bloomsbury Law, London's leading law firm in Mayfair and the West End of London. We aim to deliver the best legal advice and services from London's top best solicitors and can we cater for all your corporate and personal legal affairs requirements. less

United Employment Lawyers

United Employment Lawyers

United Employment Lawyers was set up in Edinburgh in 2013. It is a collaborative network of like-minded lawyers and legal professionals who wanted to deliver employment law solutions in a different way. This was about responding locally to employment issues but using national expertise in employment law as support. We all believe in the highest levels of integrity, discretion and honesty when dealing with clients. 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