How To Choose The Best Family Law Lawyer/solicitor For You

• Published date: 12 April 2021
• Subject Matter: Family and Matrimonial, Family Law
• Law Firm: Family Law Group
• Author: Ms Claire Howard

When prospective clients come to Family Law Group for their first meeting, Claire Howard, Associate Solicitor at our Milton Keynes office, hears so many stories of people feeling overwhelmed with having to make the decision of who to contact in the first instance. Of course, many people follow personal recommendations and if that person has had a good experience, that's a good place to start but where do you start if you don't have any recommendations? Or indeed, more than one? Below Claire compiles a list of important factors you may wish to take into account when deciding who to contact to help you decide whether they're the right fit for you:

Are they a member of Resolution?

A solicitor who is a member of Resolution is required to comply with its Code of Practice. When disputes are resolved in the constructive and non-confrontational way promoted by the Code, the outcome can be much better, both financially and emotionally, for all concerned.

Family Law Solicitors can be accredited through either Resolution or the Law Society. Obtaining accreditation from such bodies demonstrates considerable experience and knowledge which has been verified by reliable bodies. It is however worth checking that their accreditation lies within the field of Family Law, our people pages on our website lists which solicitors are accredited.

Are they a specialist in Family Law?

There are many solicitors who cover more than one area of law. However, Family Law is very expansive and the law is constantly adapting and changing. You may wish to consider whether you want a solicitor who is wholly a specialist in Family Law. As a firm who specializes in this area, all of our solicitors are experts who can assist you in any area you require.
Is the firm well-regarded? When instructing a solicitor, you are also instructing their firm as a whole. You may want to consider whether you would...