Employment law information is available on the internet for free.
However, it is often difficult to understand whether you have a case and then
making your employer realise that there is something he or she needs to do.
Finding an employment law solicitor is something that you will need to do.
There are many different employment and business law firms around, which means that
you need to do some research and find the perfect one for you.
Free Initial Consultation
The majority of firms – especially the larger, international ones –
are now offering free initial consultations. This is for two reasons: for you
to make sure the firm is for you and for the firm to decide whether the case is
for them. The consultation may be in a solicitor’s office or over the phone,
but will usually only last for a set amount of time (about an hour). It is
worth having all your questions written down so you can ask everything when you
speak to someone.
The Firm’s Background
Look into the background of any firm you consider. There are certain
factors that are important: the length of time the firm has been in business,
the number of cases the firm has won and the type of solicitors hired. This
will help to determine whether your case will be successful if it ever does see
a courtroom.
Reviews of the Firm
The next step is to look into reviews about the firm. Look into
third party review websites for the best idea about a firm as these will more
likely show the positive and negative reviews. Take the time to look into the
details of any review as this will help you determine if details match your
needs. It is also worth talking to friends, families and co-workers to find out
whether they recommend any employment law firms.
The Experience of the
Solicitors
While the firm may have a good reputation, you will also need to
find out more about the solicitor handling your case. How many cases has the
solicitor won? Has the solicitor ever dealt with a similar case to yours?
Finding the best solicitor for your needs will increase your likelihood of
winning a case.
Some law firms will allow you to talk to one solicitor but then pass
your file onto another one. This can work out at an advantage to you since your
case may be passed on to a more experienced member of staff. However, it could
also mean that you have a newly qualified solicitor with little experience in
the courtroom, which could hinder your case. Find out whether a firm you are
looking into does this before agreeing to allow them to handle your case.
Go Into Detail
During any consultation, it is important to go into the details of
your case. This will help the lawyer to determine whether it is a case he or
she can take. Details also help with ensuring there is no conflict of interest
and arrange any settlement that could be gained from the defending party. Have
supporting evidence with you if you have any, including written documents, the
employee contract and anything else that may support your claim.
Finding the best employment law firm will help you get the best
outcome. Take the time to do some research into the company and the solicitors
before you choose one to handle your case. The large employment law firms are not
always the best options so don’t forget the smaller, high street branches and
individually owned firms too.
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