You should be able to rely on sound advice from your legal advisor. If you’ve been let down and left out of pocket because of their negligence, you may be able to claim compensation. Just tell CEL.
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Solicitor negligence happens when a solicitor or barrister fails to meet the professional standards expected of them, leading to financial loss or other harm for their client. Like all professionals, legal advisers have a duty of care. They must act reasonably, competently, and in your best interests.
Examples of solicitor negligence include missing important deadlines, giving incorrect legal advice, failing to warn about legal costs, or mishandling settlements. If this has happened to you, we can help you take action.
At CEL Solicitors, we specialise in helping people who’ve been let down by legal professionals. Our experienced team will listen to your concerns, review your situation, and advise on the best way forward. Whether your solicitor missed a time limit, gave poor advice, or failed in their duty of care, we’ll aim to resolve your claim as efficiently and clearly as possible.
We offer:
We work under a no-win, no-fee agreement (a Conditional Fee Agreement), so there’s nothing to pay upfront. If you win, any fees we can’t recover from the other side come out of your compensation.
Our solicitors will assess your case in detail and explain your options clearly.
We act swiftly to minimise stress and get things moving in the right direction.
From your first enquiry to final resolution, we’ll guide you every step of the way.
In most cases, you have six years from the date of the negligence. If you only found out about the problem later, you may have three years from when you found out instead, with an overall limit of 15 years. Acting early helps protect your position.
Solicitor negligence can arise in many areas of law. If your legal representative didn’t meet professional standards and you suffered loss as a result, we may be able to help.
Mistakes during property transactions - like missing deadlines, failing to carry out proper searches, or mishandling contracts - can lead to disputes and financial harm.
When a solicitor mishandles a personal injury claim by missing deadlines or failing to collect vital evidence, it can reduce your compensation or even cause your case to fail.
Business disputes rely on sharp legal guidance. Poor advice or document errors can lead to serious financial losses and missed opportunities.
Mistakes during divorce, child arrangements or financial settlements can have lasting consequences. If your solicitor gave incorrect advice or missed key steps, we’re here to help.
Errors in drafting a will or managing an estate can lead to delays or incorrect distribution of assets. These issues often give rise to valid claims for negligence.
Failing to handle workplace disputes properly, including dismissals, tribunals, or contract advice, can leave you exposed to financial and legal risk.
Negligence within a medical negligence claim can be devastating, especially if your solicitor undervalued your case or failed to gather the right evidence, reducing your compensation.
Inadequate legal defence can lead to unfair outcomes, such as wrongful convictions or excessive sentencing. We can help if your solicitor’s errors affected the result of your case.
Errors in immigration cases, like submitting the wrong documents or missing deadlines, can lead to visa refusals or delays in securing legal status.
Speak to our friendly team today. You are not alone, and you may have a case.
If you’ve received poor legal advice or representation that caused you financial loss or negatively affected the outcome of your case, you may have a valid claim. Our specialist team can review what happened and advise you on your options — with no obligation to move forward.
Not always. Many professional negligence claims are resolved through negotiation or mediation. If your case does go to court, we’ll support and guide you throughout the entire process.
Yes. If you’re unhappy with the service you received from another solicitor and believe it fell below professional standards, you may still be able to bring a claim. We regularly help clients who are switching firms due to dissatisfaction with their former legal representative.
Key documents like contracts, letters, emails, or expert reports can all support your case. We’ll help you gather everything needed to build a strong claim.
Usually six years from the date of the negligence. If you only found out about the problem later, you may have three years from when you found out instead, with an overall limit of 15 years. Please get in touch as soon as you can to protect your right to claim.
Professional negligence covers any situation where a professional has failed to meet the standard of care expected of them, causing you financial loss. At CEL Solicitors, we handle claims against a range of professionals, including accountants, architects, barristers, and solicitors.
No-win, no-fee means you won’t pay our legal fees if your claim is unsuccessful. There’s nothing to pay upfront and no hidden charges. If your claim succeeds, we’ll usually recover some of our costs from the other side, and any fees we can’t recover come out of your compensation. We’ll explain exactly how much before you sign anything.
Your case will be handled by our litigation team, made up of qualified solicitors, trainee solicitors and paralegals.
Yes. If you’re unhappy with the service you received from a solicitor or barrister, you can complain to the Legal Ombudsman for free. You’ll need to complain to the firm first. If you’re not happy with their response, you usually need to go to the Ombudsman within six months of it, and within one year of the problem happening, or of when you found out about it. The Ombudsman can award up to £50,000. If your losses are higher, or the problem is negligence rather than poor service, a legal claim may be the better route, and we can talk you through your options.
We have a strong track record in solicitor negligence claims. Our team brings decades of combined experience and a client-first approach to every case.
We’re committed to transparency, communication, and making expert legal support available to everyone. With flexible funding options, including our no-win, no-fee service, we make it easy to get the help you need, when you need it.
Professional mistakes can have serious consequences. At CEL Solicitors, we’ll help you put things right, with compassion, clarity, and determination.
Professional Mistakes Can Have Serious Consequences. At CEL Solicitors, We’ll Help You Put Things Right — With Compassion, Clarity, And Determination.
