Choose and manage a solicitor

Introduction

You can save your business a lot of time and money if you approach legal issues in the right way from the start. It is far easier to sort out any legal issues at the outset instead of later, when they can be more problematic and costly to solve.

There are a number of common legal errors made by businesses. For example, some don't take proper advice when signing a lease for their business premises and find themselves vulnerable to unexpected rent increases or hidden charges. Others make critical errors when setting up the legal structure of the business. And some going into a partnership don't allow for the consequences if the relationship breaks down.

Choosing the right solicitor is an important part of the process. This guide outlines when a solicitor can help, how to find the best solicitor for your needs and how to manage the relationship.

Subjects covered in this guide

• Introduction
• When will I need legal advice?
• Find a solicitor
• Choose a solicitor
• Ten questions you should ask your prospective solicitor
• Manage the relationship with your solicitor
• What to do if things go wrong

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