No, it is similar in some ways but a separate issue..

Thank you, with the perceived strength of my case I really do not believe that it will reach the stage of litigation (I would hope) therefore with the 'Expert' opinion of a Barrister already I would hope that it will be resolved with ADR or a simple discussion. I don't see that the solicitor requires an extensive knowledge of this particular area of law as the barrister has that already and has provided a detailed opinion? I may be wrong...

Yes they do, they have agreed the change and I can appoint my own or use an 'approved' solicitor but I just dont want to be just another number. I really have been let down by the customer service of 'old' solicitor.

I have tried finding a 'local solicitor' but they either do not cover litigation or are simply too big and not what I want. I trust this forum - I'm sorry if I have broken any rules it was not my intention.

Hello, I would like to find a solicitor that would act to defend me in a litigation case - I would hope that mediation or a 'round table' discussion could be held prior to litigation. The case has had a Barristers opinion and that is 65% chance of success the claim value including damages and fees to date is circa £200K. I have previously had a large firm of solicitors dealing with it and felt frustrated with delays and lack of help. I want a small sole practitioner or similar. The claim is backed by DAS and paid for via insurance, the rate agreed previously was £201.00 ph. Please message me if you feel you can help and have the time to deal with this, a note the other party has sufficient funds to pay the damages/fees.

Thank you for taking the time to reply. I will be making a complaint to the ombudsman and see if I can get compensation I will also make internal complaints. I don't se why I should let them send out notices that cause endless sleepless nights and arguments! Thank you

Hello, Please can someone help. I was sent an enforcement notice by the local council to remove my fence. The council insisted that I remove my fence immediately or they would send contractors to do it. I battled them for two months and they have finally agreed to drop the matter. However all along I requested that they give me details of the procedures for issuing such notices - they never once sent the procedures. I questioned why they did not take legal advise before demanding I remove the fence. They ignored my requests for procedures and 'evidence' that they had. I am angry because I spent hours and hours researching getting help and emailing them. I would like to reclaim my time as a litigant in person via the small claims court, however I am worried that I may have costs awarded against me? Am I able to take them to court for my lost time at the £18 per hour. I think the time would add up to around 60 hours or £1080.00 Any thoughts would be gratefully received.