While it’s generally accepted that hiring a solicitor can be expensive, the precise cost will vary depending on the type of lawyer and service that you require.
While conveyancing costs may differ from those associated with managing wills and trusts, the key is that you seek to achieve value for money regardless of what type of solicitor you actually employ.
But how can you get the most out of your legal representation, and minimise the chances of needing to file a professional negligence claim against your solicitor? Let’s find out!
#1. Be Clear When Communicating with Your Solicitor:
When you first approach your solicitor, it’s important to remember that, despite their expertise, they have no idea about your precise circumstances or needs.
So, your first step should be to explain the situation clearly and concisely to your representatives, both in terms of your motivation and what you want to achieve from the case.
Whether this is a fair divorce settlement or compensation for a personal injury claim, the key is having a clear understanding of these factors before you seek out legal advice.
You could even make a written note of your precise wants and needs so that you can explain these clearly when first consulting with a solicitor.
#2. Provide the Necessary Information:
Regardless of your legal issue, the chances are that there will be a great deal of paperwork required to achieve a resolution.
Take a personal injury claim, for example, which may have seen you injured in a road accident or at work. In either case, you’ll have to prove that a third party was at least partially at fault for the incident, while demonstrating that the accident is responsible for your subsequent injuries.
As a result, you’ll have to provide solicitors with various pieces of evidence and documents, from camera footage of the accident in question to medical records and proof of your respective injuries.
Providing these as quickly as possible is also recommended, as this prevents delays and enables solicitors to work to their optimal level.
#3. Listen to Your Solicitor:
We’ve already talked about the importance of communication, but from the perspective of claimants outlining their case and expectation to a solicitor.
However, it’s also crucial that you listen to your solicitor, who is a legal professional with expertise in a particular area or field. Often, they’ll offer important snippets of advice in relation to your case, especially with regards to compensation offers and when to accept.
Similarly, they’ll regularly outline the pros, cons and risks associated with different options or decisions throughout a particular case, enabling you to make informed decisions over time.
So, listen intently to what they have to say and factor this into the decisions that you make and how you proceed at different stages of the litigation.
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