Consumer guides
Consumer guides
You can see more detailed information on different work areas in these guides:
- Buying and selling a property
- Wills
- Estates (executries)
- Family Law
- Criminal Law
Welcome to our guidance section. We're here to help you understand what a solicitor can do for you and how they work. While we can't give legal advice, we've got plenty of information to get you started.
Check out the general questions below to see if you need a solicitor, how to choose one, what to expect in terms of time and cost and what your solicitor will need from you. Many solicitors websites also have detailed articles and information that might help you make your final decision.
On the right side of this page you'll find links to our five short guides, each covering a different area of legal work. Each guide has a downloadable page with key points to
remember for your first meeting with a solicitor. If something isn't clear, don't hesitate to ask for more details. It's important that you understand everything and asking questions now can prevent issues later. If you have any concerns, let your solicitor know so they can help.
The information in these guides is not legal advice. Here are some organisations who may be able to help you if you do need legal advice.