Ask about the process
Start with the practice area and general consultation logistics. Keep confidential details out of the website enquiry.
Practice / Business changes
Business changes
Ask about the firm’s scope for ownership, structural or transactional questions. Actual advice depends on the matter and jurisdiction.
What to ask
Context for a new decision
Ask about the firm’s scope for ownership, structural or transactional questions. Actual advice depends on the matter and jurisdiction.
Ask the actual firm about its scope and licensed jurisdiction, the consultation format and the attorney who would consider the enquiry. Fees and the process before acceptance require confirmation.
Use the first enquiry to ask about the consultation process. Do not include confidential facts or documents until the firm explains how requested information should be shared.
Your next step
A clear way
forward.
Confirm scope and fees
The actual firm must confirm relevant jurisdiction, availability, consultation format, fees and the process for considering a matter.
Understand any engagement
The firm should explain acceptance and scope before representation is confirmed. Ask how requested information should be shared securely.
Your next step
Bring the question.
Clarify the process.
Ask about the process. The actual firm must confirm its scope, availability and any engagement separately.
Discuss the process