Legal Consultation

Most people come to a lawyer later than they should, after a decision has been made or a document signed. A consultation early on is usually short, inexpensive and changes what happens next.

Wise Counsel offers confidential consultations for individuals and families on any legal question — to establish where you stand and what your realistic options are before anything is committed to.

What we help with

• A confidential session to review your situation and the documents involved
• A clear explanation of your legal position, in plain language
• Setting out the realistic options, with the cost and time each involves
• Advising on urgency — what must be done now and what can wait
• Reviewing a contract or document before you sign it
• A second opinion where you have already received advice elsewhere
• Written follow-up summarising the advice where you need it
• Referral within the firm to the right specialist if the matter proceeds

A consultation does not commit you to instructing us. Sometimes the most useful advice is that you do not need a lawyer at all.