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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q. Do you take cases - such as personal injury, caused by a road traffic accident - on a "no win no fee basis"?

A. Yes, although it depends on the nature and circumstances of the claim. An insurance premium may be payable. Sometimes this type of arrangement may not be advantageous to either you or us.

Q. I am a Landlord and have a problem with my Tenant. Can you help me remove him and re-posses my property?

A. Yes, although the remedies that may be available to you will depend on whether it is a business property or a residential property and also on the tenancy agreement.

Q. How long does a divorce take to complete?

A. The divorce itself will take 4 to 6 months provided it is undefended. However other matters such as children and financial affairs may take longer to resolve.

Q. Can you take my case on Legal Aid?

A. Subject to eligibility we are able to provide legal aid for family and children matters. In certain circumstances other legal problems can be dealt with on this basis. Please contact us for further information.

Q. Do you serve clients in the Slough area only?

A. These days, technology allows us to act for a client wherever they are. Indeed, our clients come from the length and breadth of the country, and abroad!

Q. How do I fund my case?

A. In most cases, with the exception of conveyancing and wills, the normal practice is that we bill regularly - usually monthly - to keep you fully up-to-date with the costs position. If this causes you a problem ad public funding is not available we may be able to arrange loan finance from a reputable lender

Q. Do you provide a fixed fee service?

A. Yes, but only for certain types of work, such as drafting your Will. We will however always give you a detailed estimate of costs and will seek your instructions if we are about to take any action which means that the estimate given will be exceeded. Please ask us for details.

Q. My business is going through a difficult time. Can I make any of my staff redundant?

A. Probably, but it depends on the circumstances in each case. Furthermore, you need to follow proper procedures to avoid a claim for unfair dismissal. It is vital that you take legal advice, prior to taking any steps to make an employee redundant.

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