Choosing A Solicitor : A Short Guide

There are lots of good solicitors around, ones that really know what they are doing and who price their services affordably, but finding the right one for you and your circumstances can be a challenge. So, what do you need to consider when deciding which solicitor to hire?

Testimonials – Ask your friends if they have dealt with any solicitors who they were particularly pleased with. Even if they personally have not, one of their friends or family members might have done. If you do not get any leads from them, then look online for some. Only pay attention to testimonials left by unbiased third parties, and not those on the websites of solicitors. Blogs and forums are a good source of information that you can rely on.

Adverts – It is increasingly common these days to see solicitors advertise on TV and in magazines. You should avoid choosing one of these solicitors, even though it may seem like the easiest option, because you will pay more and get a lower quality of service. They are kind of like the McDonalds of the legal world – convenient but not good for you. So, avoid the temptation to phone the number that they give you, and spend an hour or two finding one for yourself.

Specialist – The solicitor that you hire should be a specialist in the type of legal work that you need doing. Though that might sound obvious, many people end up hiring a non-specialist because they came high recommended from a friend, or a solicitor who ‘does a bit of everything’ because they are cheap. If you hire anyone but a specialist, and who has a proven track record in the particular legal field that you need help with, then you are seriously harming your chances of winning your case.

Hourly or Set Fee? – If you are hiring a solicitor to handle some kind of routine legal work, expect to pay hourly. Even though this type of arrangement has a built-in incentive for your solicitor to run up your bill, it can actually work out quite well for you if ask for a detailed timetable before they start work, and regular, specific updates whilst it is in progress. If you are suing someone, you have the option of arranging for your solicitor to take some percentage of any settlement, rather than paying them hourly. In terms of incentive, this kind of arrangement is best, as your solicitor will know that they will not get paid if they do not win the case for you.

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