There are so many Sydney solicitors that finding the right professional for your case can be overwhelming. But once you’ve found a solicitor, the job’s half done! So what are the factors that help you zero in on a capable person? We’ve listed out some for you;

Where to look for:

Although the yellow pages are full of advertisements from solicitors offering their service, their reputation is not known. They’re more than likely to exaggerate their claims of winning a case, or may offer their services at dirt cheap rates. But it’s better to spend money and engage an experienced lawyer, than to lose a case.

Pay Attention to Recommendations from People You Do Business With:

When looking for a Sydney solicitor for conveyancing, try not to be pressured by your real estate agent in to choosing a professional of his choice. They’re more than likely to be biased to his or her needs, than addressing your concerns. But this isn’t applicable to all areas. For instance, when looking for a solicitor for tax related issues, advice from a financial consultant or CPA would be helpful. CPAs meets many lawyers and solicitors during their regular course of work; hence would have a better knowledge about them.

What is the Sydney solicitor’s experience in his area of expertise?

Different Sydney solicitors have experience in different fields. For instance, when looking for someone to help you handle your property purchase, a conveyancing solicitor would be the right person. But if the problem is related to a will or probate, a wills and probate solicitor can help you. Speak to a local legal advice group to guide you on the right person who can guide you. They also recommend local solicitors who’re experienced in their respective fields.

What are the costs involved?

Most solicitors charge you by the hour. Price range would depend on experience and expertise. For instance, if you’ve chosen top of the line expert lawyers or solicitors, his fees would be anywhere from the range of $100-$300/per hour. But new comers often charge you a flat rate. These rates are inclusive of extra costs that are incurred during the process. Needless to say, price isn’t everything. As the old saying goes, ‘you get only monkeys when you pay peanuts’!

Look for other factors:

Factors such as communication skills, poor customer service records, etc. are very important. Make sure that your Sydney solicitor is aware of issues not completely related to your issue. For instance, when looking for a divorce lawyer, make sure that he is aware about tax issues, real estate issues, etc.

Check With the State Bar Association:

A Sydney solicitor who has proved himself is more than likely to be known in the state bar association circles. Information from this source would help you in many ways. For instance, fellow lawyers would tell if the prospective professional is sincere or not.