Can I change my family solicitor?
If you wish to instruct a new family solicitor, it is a relatively easy, quick and straightforward procedure which can be done whether you have just started proceedings, or even if matters have progressed further.
There are a number of reasons why you might consider changing your solicitor, either during the divorce process or part way through proceedings concerning your children. A breakdown in communication or dissatisfaction with the way in which they are dealing with matters on your behalf are just two examples.
Provided that there is not an imminent court hearing and your family solicitor's fees are paid up to date (including the payment of any final bill), we can request your solicitor's file at any point in the process and have matters transferred across to us. We can then read your file to familiarise ourselves with what has happened, advise you as to how matters should proceed and immediately start acting for you.
The costs involved in the transfer process are relatively modest. Any costs incurred will be money well spent if it gives you the peace of mind that matters are being dealt with as you would wish. This is your one chance to resolve matters with your spouse or former partner and ensure that arrangements are put in place which protect you for your future. Changing your solicitor could be the best decision that you make.
To arrange a discussion with a family law solicitor click here or call us on 0800 840 4929. We are available to take your call twenty four hours a day, seven days a week.
