Law and Order - right Solicitor

Choosing and Using a solicitor

1. Ask around, friends, family, anyone you trust who doesn't have a vested interest in recommending anyone.
2. When asking... always ask for FACTS. Lots of folks will say "so and so was ok, good" etc. but this doesn't tell you much. Try and find out what they charged? How long it took? Did it cost more or less than the estimate? What type of work? (expertise in one field does not necessarily carry over to another, and not all partners in a firm are equal).
3. Create a short list of firms you think may be ok.
4. Visit each one on the list on the www and see what you think. Find out the names of ALL the partners.
5. Dig for dirt. Do an internet search on the firm and on each and every partner by name - reject any that have "bad-press" - you really don't need to take the risk that they will do to you what they did to someone else. You may wish to start your digging
6. When you have narrowed it down... ask for a free consultation and go and interview them. If you like them get a (free) written estimate. You may also find some free legal advice that way.
7. Don't be afraid to change your mind... if necessary ... start again... this is probably a BIG decision and the wrong one can leave you severely out of pocket

Solicitors see you as a walking invoice remember you are the customer, often you feel like you are the client, dont be strong or they will drain your money!!!!

BE WARNED.........