Tips on managing costs

Solicitors meet clients by appointment and in order to maximise the value of your consultations it is useful to;

• bring with you any letters or documents relevant to the matter being discussed. Photographs, where relevant can also be useful at this stage.
• provide, where possible, a list of names, addresses and contact details for parties involved in the matter as this can also help to save time at a later date
• make a note of relevant events, dates and times and bring it with you particularly if the facts are complicated or if a series of dates are involved.
• prepare a list of questions you want to ask
• keep a file of all your correspondence and documents relating to the case so that you are prepared and informed prior to meeting your solicitor
• if possible, correspond by email with your solicitor as this can be an efficient way of keeping in touch with your solicitor helping to save both your time and your solicitors.