Question 1

Are you an insured business and do you guarantee your work?

Accepted Answer

My practice has professional liabilty insurance cover from Lexon Insurance for $2 million per claim I have attached a copy of the Insurance Certificate for the current 2015-16 year

Question 2

How did you decide to get into your line of work?

Accepted Answer

I started off doing civil engineering. Not being a gifted mathematician that was obviously a problem. I did law because it looked interesting but also because there was no maths

Question 3

What do you like most about your job?

Accepted Answer

Dealing with new people all the time and in the last quarter of my career understanding that I am still cost effective and enjoying what I do

Question 4

What questions do customers commonly ask and how would you answer them?

Accepted Answer

Most questions relate to costs however I try to impress upon clients that it is my experience which will save them costs at the end of the day, Less experienced lawyers are often unable to grasp the legal issues quickly and deal with them cost effectively

Question 5

What makes you the most reliable and trustworthy person for the job?

Accepted Answer

I have a demonstrated track record of reliability and trustworthiness stretching over 30 years. I am able to provide Referees upon request

Question 6

Why should a customer hire you over another service provider?

Accepted Answer

I  have over 30 years experience as a commercial property and business lawyer. I work from a home office  with no support staff  and am on call 24 /7 .  I am therefore able to deliver on -time results at hourly rates which are far less than almost all traditional law firms

Question 7

What are the typical things that you need to know before you can provide a quote to a customer?

Accepted Answer

If it is a property purchase for example, advise me whether is is residential or commercial. Ideally it is best that I see the Contract BEFORE you sign it. Also advise the time frames and whether time is critical. If it complex, I will need to talk to you by phone before providing a quote

Question 8

How can a customer save money before you start the work? Please give 3 tips

Accepted Answer

Be as certain as you can be as to the outcome you are looking for, and at the first meeting let me have all your contact details incl ABN if a company etc

Question 9

Are there any special offers you would like to offer to Oneflare customers?

Accepted Answer

I am able to travel to the client if transport is an issue. I am available 7 days a week

Question 10

What makes your pricing competitive?

Accepted Answer

I work from a home office and as I am computer savvy I have no need for support staff . Accordingly I am able to undercut the competition

Question 11

How do you normally charge for your service?

Accepted Answer

I always try and give an estimate of costs, and in fact I am obliged to have the client sign a Client Costs Agreement where the fees exceed $1,500 . Where it is too difficult to estimate I advise clients of my hourly rate which is about 40% less than most law firms

Question 12

Is there a particular aspect of your trade or industry that you specialise in?

Accepted Answer

I specialise in property and business law- ie, buying and selling residential and commercial real estate, leasing, both commercial and retail, buying and selling businesses including dealings with liquor licences. I also advise on retiremant village contracts, reverse mortgages and guaranteees

Question 13

What experience, skills, qualifications or training do you have to make you the right person for the job?

Accepted Answer

With over 30 years experience I am able to quickly identify the legal issues you need assistance with. In addition I am available 7 days a week and will come to you if transport is an issue

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