1. How much will it cost me?

Legal advice like anything else you buy costs money, but its value can be enormous. Charges vary depending on the expertise and experience of the fee earner as well as how complicated the work is. We will always give you a costs estimate in our client care letter. If an hourly rate is quoted we will agree a fixed spending limit and contact you when this is reached to get your agreement to continue.

2. How long will it take?

We aim to be realistic. Depending on the nature of the work your case could be concluded in a number of weeks when for example selling a house, or it could take several months for example when dealing with a deceased’s estate.

3. Why should I use your firm?

We have a wide range of experience in many disciplines of the law. We will be sympathetic and understanding and once you have appointed us we will consult you at every important stage. We will find out from the start what you are hoping to achieve and aim to make sure that your expectations are realistic. We will make an effort to explain things clearly, explain what the costs are likely to be and update you on progress as work proceeds. We will treat you fairly and keep what you tell us confidential.

4. Why use a lawyer anyway?

We are highly trained, experienced and subject to the strict rules of professional conduct issued by the Law Society. We are covered by Professional Indemnity Insurance. We will send you a client care letter and explain our terms of business at the beginning of the case.

5. What will be expected of me?

We can only given you our best advice if the information you give us is accurate and complete. In order to understand your circumstances and give advice, we will need you to provide relevant paperwork. When you attend your first appointment we will ask you to bring proof of identity documents with you so that we can comply with the recently introduced Money Laundering legislation. These can include: a current signed passport; a photo-card driving licence; a birth certificate or a recent gas, electricity or other household bill.