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Hampshire Law Society

Hampshire Law Society

The Society is managed by an Executive Committee and is divided up into various sub-committees - a list of these and who chairs each one is listed below. The committees meet quarterly throughout the year and are elected annually at the AGM which this year is on Tuesday 2 December. less

Kirwans Solicitors

Kirwans Solicitors

Kirwans Solicitors is a modern establishment with a growing reputation of being a reliable and quality assured law firm. We have been successful in advising clients that require Legal advice on Civil Litigation, Employment, Family and Immigration, as well as landlord and tenant actions. Such areas of law can prove to be complex and distressing for some of our clients, but our firm approaches this with care and assurance. less

Rayden Solicitors

Rayden Solicitors

Nadia practised family law exclusively since qualification in 2005 developing a broad-based family practice both in the Principal Registry and local county courts. Nadia joined the firm in 2008. Rayden Solicitors is an award winning specialist firm of family law solicitors in St Albans, founded in 2005 by Katherine Rayden. We have grown to be the largest family law firm in Hertfordshire and our clients are based across the county, in London, throughout the UK and internationally. less

Aurora Family Mediation

Aurora Family Mediation

Aurora Family Mediation works with couples and families in the process of separation or divorce to help them find the most amicable, cost-effective solution possible. Whether you are married or cohabiting, with or without children, we can help you. We are trained family and divorce lawyers and mediators. You would not have to pay for mediation if you obtain Legal aid. At Aurora family mediation we provide a completely personal confidential service. less

Cooper

Cooper

Are you a dog owner? Do you need legal help from experts in this complicated and niche area of law? We specialise in advising dog owners in both criminal and civil cases and cover the whole of England & Wales. This DVD contains a selection of talks by Trevor Cooper. With a running time of more than 3 hours (incl bonus talks) it's yours to own for only £49.99. This DVD is a talk presented by Trevor Cooper covering the laws which came into effect on 20th October 2014. less

Hart Reade Meads

Hart Reade Meads

We will discuss with you how we can help and the likely charges involved should you wish to proceed. To arrange an appointment please contact us. Hart Reade are seeking to recruit a full time legal secretary to work in our Eastbourne Private Client Department. Applicants should have excellent secretarial skills including. less

Tierney

Tierney

Tierney and Co. is an independent, progressive law firm that has been delivering clear and straightforward legal advice for nearly fifty years. With offices in Wickersley and Dinnington we pride ourselves on offering practical advice and guidance to suit your every legal requirement, from personal matters to managing your business affairs. When it comes to fees, we are clear and transparent from the outset, which avoids no surprise charges or unexpected costs. less

RG Solicitors

RG Solicitors

This customer focused foundation supports RG people and allows their technical excellence to shine. RG has grown from strength to strength to become one of the UK's top property law firms whilst providing a spectrum of legal services to meet personal and commercial needs. less

Brewer Wallace

Brewer Wallace

Brewer Wallace Solicitors is one of the regions newest law firms but finds its roots in some of the most established law firms in East Yorkshire. The three Directors, Dennis Brewer, Bob Wallace and Kevin Ogle have been in practice, mainly in East Yorkshire for in excess of 50 years collectively. less

DPA Law

DPA Law

We are an established and forward thinking Law Practice providing legal services since 1911 serving our clients in Llanelli, Swansea and South Wales. Whatever your needs, we are here to help. We are happy to arrange home or hospital visits and out of hours appointments to suit you. To access a wealth of information visit our Resource Centre or alternatively view our Business and Personal fact sheets. less

Percy Hughes & Roberts Solicitors

Percy Hughes & Roberts Solicitors

Percy Hughes & Roberts Solicitors has a long tradition within the law industry for providing active and practical help to the community we serve. Many partners and solicitors in Percy Hughes & Roberts have been actively involved with various voluntary organisations including Women's Refuge, Business in the Arts, Victim Support, the Council for Voluntary Service and others within the Merseyside area. less

Davjunnel Solicitors

Davjunnel Solicitors

Davjunnel Solicitors is a vibrant firm with a high success rate, our aim for the future is to be the foremost legal aid firm in Hertfordshire. Our staff between them speak over ten languages and we have interpreters of all nationalities and dialects to help all our clients as we feel that good communication is of the highest importance. We offer a broad range of services ensuring all legal needs of our clients are catered for. less

Onions & Davies

Onions & Davies

Onions & Davies has provided expert legal services to people throughout Shropshire and the wider region for over 250 years. We pride ourselves on our friendly, personal approach while providing specialist, professional advice on many areas of law. Conveyancing: Including residential, commercial and agricultural property transactions, landlord & tenant and mortgages including equity release. Wills & Estates: Including the preparation of wills and living wills and the administration of estates. less

Oracle Law Solicitors

Oracle Law Solicitors

We commenced business in 2009 having been set up by solicitor advocate John Carruthers who left the Scottish bar for this purpose. John had detected a latent demand for modern and responsive legal services of a high quality but at competitive cost. In a short time the increasing demand for our service has resulted in Colette Kerr and Roisin Docherty joining the firm in 2010 and early 2012. less

Sackvilles

Sackvilles

Sackvilles are a longstanding well established firm both in Hornchurch and Rainham, Essex. We offer a friendly and efficient service to meet your personal or business needs. We have a team who are dedicated to client care and have a breadth of experience in differing specialisms; hence we are able to offer a full and comprehensive service. We pride ourselves on being approachable, affordable and professional. 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