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www.acsl.org.uk: Some firms provide staff profile pages which we think aren't just a good side offering, but essential these days. For ACSL it shows Peter Skinner as having qualified back in 1985, Gina Stanton in 1992, and Joseph Mulrooney in 2009. Some firms are registered with their https...
www.amykinglegal.co.uk: There is no hard and fast rule. If you've been trawling through the hundreds of law firm websites today you'll have noticed a lot of them tout incredible founding dates such as 'established in 1881' . "< div> < br> The main thing is to feel confident in the professi...
www.bakerhardman.co.uk: class="infoquote "you will have direct access to your own solicitor who will be available to guide you every step of the way"< div> Again, this is another phrase people might overlook as most assume they will be able to talk to their solicitor about the case at ...
www.brianbarr.co.uk: So does that instantly make them a better choice? Certainly a specialist for any case type is preferrable whether it's the entire firm specialising in your legal issue or simply your assigned solicitor within a firm. is to get a wider range of opinions but also to see if t...
www.brodies.com: Google has made some changes recently though which you may need to work around. Nearly three quarters of people ticked that they prefer to see case studies by a firm before deciding to use them . Although Brodies is essentially a Scottish firm of solicitors with offices i...
www.calioclaims.co.uk: Today while reviewing the website of Calio Claims we'll also be discussing branding. That's why we always recommend people read the actual comments and never just flick through star ratings when deciding which firm to use. So what are the independent boards such as Google...
www.cook-law.co.uk: A quick note on navigation. So you may wish to bookmark the site just in case you are coming back later. So when they see lots of law firms stating local roots or activities it may seem like a marketing ploy. They also only show reviews for that particular location....
www.crockettsolicitors.co.uk: For example the founding solicitor at https: solicitors.lawsociety.org.uk organisation people 468290 crocketts-limited?Solicitors=True" at Crocketts< a>, Helen Crockett, qualified in 1988. In the past we've seen a divorce law firm get a negative review for refusing to tak...
www.cullimoredutton.co.uk: As for years of experience, there is often a big difference between any firm saying they have "40 years experience" versus "40 years of combined experience" or "40 years of experience within the firm". We've genuinely never seen another firm do that in the 20+ years ...
www.cwj.co.uk: class="infoquote "measured guidance and proactive communicative approach" "efficient, and caring service" "very professional and we were kept fully informed" "professional and very pleasant to work with"< div> The majority of reviews we saw were very posit...
www.defanksolicitors.com: We have seen notes about a Defank Solicitor in Croydon but that seems to be the same firm as this one based slightly further north in Greater London. For example, a Personal Injury case may have zero costs up front or even at the end of the case since lawyer fees are typical...
www.drummondmiller.co.uk: class="infoquote "With an expert team comprising property sales, letting and conveyancing all under one roof, our experts can help you on every step of your property journey."< div> That means you can check the actual expertise and experience of the individual ...
www.eatons-solicitors.co.uk: But most importantly they also list the areas of expertise and qualification date of every solicitor registered within the firm as well. Partner David Butterfield qualified in 1977, John Brown in 1982, Steven Gilbey in 1991, Claire Roberts in 2003, with Fiona McQuillan jumpi...
www.edclord.co.uk: Their website, www.edclord.co.uk, is an excellent representation of the firm's commitment to professionalism, expertise, and customer service. The site also includes a blog section that features articles and updates on legal topics of interest, such as employment law, family...
www.emdlaw.co.uk: Originally starting under the name Baily Strickland and Bryant, the firm became Baily Bryant & Dumbleton in 2003, then finally EMD Law LLP in 2008. We try to ensure we can recommend a range of services in each area, not just cram every single firm onto a page. ...
www.englandderbyshire.co.uk: "england" and "derbyshire". The SRA is the Solicitors Regulation Authority and you can see - this firm is https: www.sra.org.uk consumers register organisation ?sraNumber=623390" definitely registered with them< a>. This can be either the number of years the firm has been...
www.nerolegal.com: So what other things can you look for when trying to pick out the best legal professional for you?
Often what a firm focuses on can reveal differences between them. There don't seem to be any other law practices with the name Nero in them. With every firm we write ab...
www.evelake.co.uk:
class="infoquote "We want to help you achieve a stress-free & straight forward homemove or remortgage."< div>
Of course once you've settled on the idea of which route to go, picking the firm is going to be difficult as well. Sadly that difference is often not e...
www.farahfamilylaw.co.uk: One firm in Preston demanded a £5000 retainer before having a consultation.
class="infoquote "We offer affordable fees and a free initial consultation"< div>
Farah Family Law's offer for a free consultation may not sound unusual. Their web address matches ...
www.freisolicitors.com: We enjoy working with our clients, and strive to build a lasting relationship."< div>
A quick note on navigation. As you may have noticed if you've flicked through the law firm listings pages of this site, we are not a directory listing every legal practice under the s...
www.girlings.com:
class="infoquote "A list of our numerous accreditations can be seen at the bottom of the page, demonstrating our proven competence in the areas of personal injury and medical negligence."< div>
Many firms will also make claims about being 'award winning' or 'acc...
www.gsbsolicitors.co.uk: You can no longer look up reviews for an overall company.
There is an ever further issue to consider.
class="infoquote "With 30 years of experience under our belt, we know the market incredibly well and can offer advice and inspiration every step of the way wh...
www.harrisonssolicitors.com: We had to look up individual listing information and reviews for each individual office.
Unfortunately for conveyancing firms when things go wrong they will usually get the blame no matter what has caused the delay or issue. You can also rely on our help in re-mortgagi...
www.hcrlaw.com:
One issue people might encounter at the moment is Google has separated the reviews so that you can only view reviews of each individual office. Because on the site it states their Worcester, Birmingham, Hereford and Ross-on-Wye local offices specialise in this area of...
www.heritageparkfamilylaw.com: So what can you do to tell them apart?
First big difference is to determine whether the firm actually has some real experience, not just implied. A solicitor may not be able to represent you in court while a barrister can. As you can see on the information page for...
www.horsleylaw.co.uk: So where can you regularly get useful information about lawyers and legal practices? For example today we're using Horsley Law:
class="infoquote "A Law Firm With a Difference"< div>
As they claim at the very top of their website.
However, while that is ...
www.keesolicitors.co.uk: But in the variants we tried the correct firm came up in searches. All firms will say they have these qualities. www.keesolicitors.com does not redirect you there though and there are a few other firms with 'kee' in the name such as the Kee Law Firm.
A couple of decad...
www.largeandgibson.co.uk:
class="infoquote "We are dedicated to making the process as hassle free as possible for our clients."< div>
The obvious place to check out claims such as this on the firm's site are the review forums. This can be very useful when trying to work out whether a f...
www.louizecoaching.co.uk: Whether it's preparing for mediation, organising financial affairs, or co-parenting effectively. People who seek out coaching often fall into one or more of the following categories:
- Those feeling overwhelmed – Divorce can be emotionally draining, and a coa...
www.lyonslaw.co.uk: On the other hand, a law firm with one solicitor trying to deal with 20 different case types would clearly not count as a specialist. Because some can be quite sneaky about it. You could get a 1-year qualified lawyer from a 200-year-old firm, or a 40-year veteran from a 1-ye...
www.mark-croft-solicitor.co.uk: So if you see any law firm's website saying they are willing to take on Legal Aid cases - don't just pass that over as if it's something every law firm does. In fact, you could easily end up with a 1-year qualified newbie solicitor from a 200-year old firm, but a 40-y...
www.marsdenrawsthorn.com: class="infoquote "Need a quote for a residential conveyancing transaction? Try our quick and easy residential conveyancing calculator"< div> Because this firm handles conveyancing matters please be very careful when discussion payment details. For each f...
www.mccarthy.ie: Sometimes simply because they received an official looking email that said to change the bank payment details at the last minute. So what are they saying? class="infoquote "Communication was always clear, professional, and friendly" "very helpful and quick to respon...
www.mpgqs.com: The site is HTTPS secure for submitting your personal details via their online form. MPG Quantity Surveyors Ltd is regulated by the https: www.rics.org " RICS< a> (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors). They assume a lengthy procedure and high costs. These are busin...
www.murphysolicitors.co.uk: On the law society's website they are listed as S.G Murphy & Co Ltd. That's quite unusual though for a firm that deals with property. Those are all great things to be as a law firm, but certainly there are no firms claiming to be the opposite. That doesn't seem to be the c...
www.njslaw.co.uk: But when it comes to law firms, at least, you should never rely on star ratings. If you read '60 years of combined experience' on a law firm's website it could be that there are two veterans with 30 years' experience each. compensation claims). Being in business for 40 years...
www.oakwoodsolicitors.co.uk: For example https: solicitors.lawsociety.org.uk organisation offices 470186 oakwood-solicitors-limited-" for this firm< a> you can see details about all offices, contact details, people that work there, languages spoken, and so on. This should mean everyone has a much wid...
www.pcslegal.co.uk: A whole picture is needed. Some only act as go-betweens and outsource that work to a separate law firm. It introduces a regulatory name many may not be familiar with . That has also brought a lot of confusion over which services are legally authorised to do certain work a...www.dispute-resolver.com: Google has also made changes so that reviews of a firm will often not pop up with just their name entered into the search. But here is a explanatory snippet from the https: www.citizensadvice.org.uk scotland law-and-courts legal-system-s settling-out-of-court using-alterna...
www.sarahandrewslaw.co.uk: So what can you look out for to help distinguish between the vast numbers of legal practices out there? How can you find the best balance of options to match your needs? First, note that in the UK there is a difference between a 'lawyer' and a 'solicitor'. Alternativ...
www.solidaire.co.uk: Solidaire Solicitors is the trading name of Solidaire Law Limited so you may see one or both names listed on regulatory sites such as the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA). Most solicitors within England & Wales are registered with them and you can look up information by...
www.sternberg-reed.co.uk: There are lots of other bits and pieces you can spot about a firm that can help distinguish them from others. So what independent facts can you rely on to work out the best firm for you? class="infoquote "For the past 40 years, we have offered a wide range of...
www.thomasandthomassolicitors.co.uk: No matter how many offices it gets, most businesses in Wales tend to have a local feel to them. Then you get companies claiming to be 'a large firm with a small firm feel'. If you've already visited a dozen law firm websites today looking for one that peak's your interest,...
www.tlps.co.uk: So please keep aware of where you are and who you're communicating with.. We do not add every single firm out there into a database for you to flick through. A site we've often praised and sadly without good counterparts in Scotland or Ireland yet. People have https: www.b...
www.twbprobatesolicitors.com: There are a multitude of options in between. Some of us (most of us) may only require the most minimal of guidance. But could your loved ones end up having to foot the bill for your penny-pinching later on? First issue to cover is that there are not just two options - ...
www.uvslaw.co.uk: So how do you find the best immigration service for your particular needs? class="infoquote "We are committed to providing exceptional legal services to individuals and businesses seeking immigration solutions."< div> That's a quote from the UVS Law website. E...
www.walkerfoster.com: You can't see reviews of the company as a whole any more. You can do this for any firm registered with the Law Society. If they have one, they will definitely mention it or have the CQS stamp displayed - usually at the bottom of every page. You need to search for reviews on ...
www.waterstoneps.com: For example if you see any firm stating 'established in 1881' or any other such ancient founding date - that only tells you how old their company name is. Today's article is based on the firm Waterstone PS or Waterstone Partnership Solicitors to give it the full title. ...
www.wolflaw.co.uk: That's because many legal practices handle conveyancing property matters which are always frustrating and take too long. So when you see a firm claim to have experienced staff or specialists - you can actually check and compare. That's the 'no win no fee' . It's the same fi...
www.wymlegal.com: Stating you are 'ranked No.1 for speed of closing in the North West of Scotland' - that could be very useful information. For today's example we're in the world of property sales highlighting the firm WYM Legal. by setting entry standards and regulating providers to deliver ...
www.your.law: Here are some snippets: class="infoquote "very professional in a very relaxed way" "explained everything clearly" "knowledgeable, patient, friendly and approachable" "makes the information clear and easy to understand"< div> One of the most important thi...
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