Solicitor Reviews
Tech Law in Simple Language
Explain legal problems in Tech language: Logic-based Approach
We were facing a technology copyright infringement problem that we didn't deserve. The biggest problem I've had, is that I've never come across a lawyer that understands software and tech are few and far between. It was frustrating. With Leigh I can describe the legal problem in my tech language, and then Leigh has then got the legal language to move towards what I need.
I'm looking for really logic-based approach and struggle dealing with people who aren't on that sort of wavelength. It takes the hassle out of it for me.
Thoroughly trustworthy and worthwhile advice that actually helps solve a problem rather than create one.
Software Contractors' Contracts
Getting Contractor's Contracts Right
Leigh has helped educate and provide me some much needed peace of mind when I go from project to project. My trade is as a software engineer that's purely on a contract basis, but ironically I never really used to pay much attention to the contracts themselves.
It never really occurred to me that the contracts would be imbalanced when they first get sent over, or that they're open to (and sometimes expecting) these to be questioned and further negotiated.
I used to take these as the ‘final’ copies, but not anymore, now they’re just the drafts!
Tech Law: Software & AI lawyers
Software Dispute: Artificial Intelligence Lawyers
I’d not had a good experience with solicitors on software. I needed some insight into the dispute resolution process to maximise the value for some artificial intelligence that my team built for loyalty programs.
Leigh – an intellectual property solicitor - gave me the insights that I needed and did what he said he would do, when he said he would do it, in a straightforward format and in plain language.
High Speed Trading Technology
Online Trading for Stock Markets
I have found that our contract creates a starting point for a conversation on me agreeing something with a customer, so that they can use our software. It defines what needs to be agreed before they can start using the software or the service.
It’s a big milestone.
Now I can say, well, this is what it is, and this is what it will cost you. These are my responsibilities and these are your responsibilities. This is what will happen if it goes wrong. This is what will happen if we fall out. It’s a good clear path that let’s me deal with things in a logical way. Leigh helped us define the thing we were going to offer and made it tangible.
Effective Responses
"We engaged with Leigh around a computer licensing and copyright infringement issue. His knowledge and experience was hugely apparent from the 1st phonecall and he provided us with confidence that he could add real value to our case.
We worked closely with Leigh over a 3 month period, and he provided invaluable guidance on how to respond to a series of complex technical issues. We frequently received correspondence from Leigh outside of core working hours, and on the build up to key dates, we were even able to drawn on his assistance by phone at 10 and 11pm at night.
We would have no hesitation whatsoever to use Leigh’s services in the future. He went above and beyond the usual client relationship we have experienced with other legal companies. The end result was that we were able to manage our response effectively, and achieve a satisfactory outcome to what was a very distressing period of time."
Personal Guarantees: Sound Advice
Sharp minds and incisive 'can-do' thinking
A statutory demand suddenly being served in relation to a forgotten Personal Guarantee caused a great deal of consternation, not least because of the punitive and excessive sum being claimed. Hall Ellis Lawyers provided both swift and sound advice which quickly resulted in the demand being set aside much to the chagrin of the lender's solicitors who had unnecessarily wasted time and their client's money in bringing the action. That success was in turn followed by focused negotiation resulting in a reasonable and vastly reduced settlement figure.
Since then Hall Ellis Lawyers have successfully advised on 3 separate matters. The firm's sound advice is invariably coupled with good humour, empathy, much common sense and a readiness to go the extra mile. It manages to embody sharp minds and incisive 'can-do' thinking with a relaxed, non-threatening approach - a perfect combination! Thank you for all your help.
Business Legal Advice - Covering Business Risk
New Laws in Force
"I was aware that some new laws had come into play that were going to affect my business, but it was all a little confusing. A colleague referred me to Hall Ellis Solicitors.
They were really helpful in providing me with some clarity, I received concise and understandable legal advice from them, just what you need when you’re not legally minded.
During our discussions I was advised of other risks that may potentially impact my business which I wasn’t even aware of, this was the real value add. I would recommend Hall Ellis Solicitors and will certainly be using their services again should the need arise."
Enforcement of Judgment Debts
Business Manager
I had a court judgment that I was keen to get enforced against the judgment debtor. The guy that was meant to pay it was trying to confuse matters and delay enforcement for no good reason. I got straight-talking legal advice on my options and what to do next. I now have a clear picture of where I stand and what to do next.
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