Which Legal Services Are Right For You?

If you need legal advice, then you probably know which sort of solicitor you need. If you're not sure, then here's how you can choose the right solicitor.

1. If you've been accused of something, then you'll want the help of a criminal solicitor. It might be a case of mistaken identity, or you may have done something wrong, and want all the legal help you can get.

2. When you buy or sell property, you'll want to make sure that all the legal aspects are covered. You won't want to fall foul of a technicality, or buy a house that is worthless. Residential conveyancing solicitors will be able to advise you of what you need to know when dealing with property.

3. You might need an employment law solicitor to help with an issue at work, whether you're an employer or an employee. Perhaps you're not sure if you should seek redundancy, or want to know how to start disciplinary action against a member of staff.

4. There are lots of other areas of business that require legal help. You might want to check that the contract between you and your suppliers or customers is legal, or that what you can do if a customer doesn't pay.

5. It might be that you or a loved one have had an accident that wasn't your fault and have suffered an injury. If you can't work, are out of pocket, or have permanent injuries or scars, then you'll want to know how to get the compensation you deserve. Then you'll want a personal injury specialist to help you.

6. If your operation wasn't as successful as you'd hoped, or there have been serious issues with your medical treatment, then you'll want an expert clinical negligence solicitor

7. If you're getting married, divorced, or want to see more of your children, then you'll want the help of a family law solicitor. Perhaps you want to know more about pre nup agreements, or what getting married or becoming civil partners will affect.

8. Although you might not be thinking of dying any time soon, you'll want to make a will, so that you can decide what you leave to your loved ones. You might be A wills and probate solicitor will be able to help you out.

9. The Court Of Protection oversees the financial affairs of those people who are not able to manage themselves, perhaps due to illness, accident or clinical negligence. If you know, or care for someone who would benefit from some help, then you'll be looking for the Court of Protection to intervene.

10. If you have a dispute with a neighbour, or your council, or regarding products or services you have paid for, then you'll need the help of a disputes solicitor, to try and help you sort things out.

Now you know what they can do for you, do you need to speak to a solicitor?