Whilst helping a new client out with a legal problem recently he mentioned in passing that he had contacted a number of different solicitors firms before ourselves but they had all told him that his matter was “too small” for them, or words to that effect.

In truth it was not a significant dispute, it did not involve a large sum of money, nor were the legal principles significantly complicated. But that did not make it a small matter. It was a matter of significant worry to our client.

A claim valued in the hundreds of thousands brought by a multinational company used to dealing with commerce at that level may well be a small problem to that company. Whereas an individual trying to get back £5000.00 they can ill afford from a rogue trader would be a very big problem to them.

At Brearleys we understand that all legal problems are important, and the size of the problem on paper is not necessarily the size of the problem to the client. We are here to help in all situations and whatever legal problems our clients face.

Yes, there are practicalities which are unavoidable which can make it difficult to get assistance. For example in claims which have a more modest value, the question of legal fees can be an issue. There will be circumstances where the cost of advice and assistance does not make financial sense as against the potential benefit and reward of bringing the legal case.

But equally there will often be circumstances where the size of the problem to our client means that the cost is worthwhile.

We pride ourselves on being clear when it comes to legal fees and likely costs. We will advise against engaging our services if we do not consider that that is financially worthwhile to our client.

After all we are based in Yorkshire so we really do understand the value of money….

We offer initial free advice, so whilst we may not be able to help resolve your problem, we can at least help with pointing you in the right direction to assist you in doing so for yourself.

If you have a legal problem of whatever size, then get in touch and find out what your options are including detailed information as to what that might cost. There is no obligation and it will help you make an informed decision as to what you want to do. You can contact us through any of our conveniently located high street offices, through our website, or by telephone on 01924 473065