General FAQs
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Do you offer a free consultation?
Yes we do. We know that contacting a Solicitor can create anxiety itself, which is why you can contact us without obligation. [PAUSE 10 SECONDS] Would you like me to get a member of the team to contact you to discuss your case? [IF YES] Thanks. If I cou...
Does my claim have to have a minimum value?
Yes, we need your claim to be for at least £25,000.
How does your assessment process work?
We usually ask for information about the nature of the case and then investigate whether there might be a viable professional negligence claim which we could fund on a no win no fee basis. We usually ask to see relevant documents relating to the main is...
How much is an initial consultation?
All initial enquiries are free of charge and without obligation. Would you like to arrange a time to have a chat with one of our solicitors? [IF YES] OK. If I could take your name, email address and telephone number, someone from the team will be in tou...
Can I sue my Solicitor?
Yes, if your Solicitor has negligently caused you a loss you can sue them. Would you like me to get a member of the team to contact you to discuss your case? [IF YES] Thanks. If I could take your name, email address and telephone number, we’ll be in tou...
Where do you operate?
We work with people all over the UK and further afield so long as the case you are enquiring about was originally handled by a Lawyer in the jurisdiction of England and Wales.
Where are you based?
We’re based in the North East of England. Our head office is in Middlesbrough.
Do you offer no-win, no-fee?
Yes, we assess cases for funding on no-win, no-fee terms.
Are you regulated?
Yes, we’re regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority.
What are your office hours?
We’re open from 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday.
Can I read your client reviews?
Yes, of course. You can read some client testimonials here -https://matthewwilkinson.co.uk/solicitors-professional-negligence-claims/testimonials/. [PAUSE 10 SECONDS] We also have a number of case studies here -https://matthewwilkinson.co.uk/solicitors-...
Do we need to meet in person?
Initially all enquiries are dealt with over the telephone, so there is no need for an initial physical meeting.
How much do you charge for…
Our fees very much depend on the nature of your case, but we are looking for professional negligence claims against Lawyers which we can fund on no win no fee terms, and thereby help our Clients pursue these claims. I can get a member of the team to con...
I need help with…
Failing to issue or serve a valid ClaimFailing To Obtain EvidenceLand or Property adviceLimitation dates and Time LimitsMatrimonial Assets AdvicePart 36 or Protective Offers AdviceProcedural ErrorsTime Barred ClaimsUndervalued/under settled claims OK, w...
Can you help me with…
Solicitor’s NegligenceBarrister NegligenceLawyer’s Negligence in Clinical (Medical) Negligence claimsCommercial Law NegligenceConveyancing/Property Law NegligenceCriminal Law NegligenceDisputes Litigation NegligenceEmployment Law NegligenceEstates and ...