Making a legal claim for solicitor negligence
We are independently ranked in the top 3 firms dealing with professional negligence claims in the UK*. So, if you are interested in making a claim for solicitor negligence then contact us for a case assessment and details of no win, no fee funding. Email us [email protected] or call 0333 888 0403.
Solicitor negligence occurs where a solicitor fails to perform their duties to the standard that can be expected of a reasonably competent solicitor. To be able to make a legal claim it is necessary to show that the solicitor’s breach of duty directly resulted in harm or loss to their client.
Examples of solicitor negligence might include:
- Missing important deadlines (such as court filing dates or limitation deadlines).
- Providing incorrect legal advice.
- Failing to follow client instructions.
- Inadequately preparing or reviewing legal documents, such as contracts, leases, or wills.
- Suing the wrong party.
- Making a mistake in drafting a key document.
- Under-settling a claim.
If solicitor negligence occurs, a client may have grounds to bring a professional negligence claim against the lawyer seeking compensation for the losses caused by the solicitor’s actions or inaction.
We deal with solicitor negligence cases nationwide, and where your losses exceed £10,000 then we will always be happy to consider working on your case on a No Win, No Fee basis.
If you are thinking about making a negligence claim against a solicitor it is important to distinguish between ‘negligence’ (which you need to establish to make a legal claim), and ‘inadequate service’, (which is normally dealt with as a complaint). There is often an overlap between the two. For instance, delay is a common cause for complaints, but it can also have serious consequences and lead to material financial loss. Where a problem relates purely to poor service then you are probably best advised to deal with the matter through the solicitor’s own complaints system or via the Legal Ombudsman. But where there has been clear negligence leading to material financial loss then our team is here to help.
We offer a free case assessment service. Simply send details of your case to us by email at [email protected] or give us a call us on 0333 888 0403.
