A short timeline and the right documents can make an initial discussion more focused and useful.
Bring a concise timeline
Record the main events, dates and parties involved. Separate what you know from what you still need to confirm. Let the lawyer know about any deadlines or notices you have received.
Organise the key documents
Identify relevant agreements, correspondence and formal notices. Avoid sending confidential documents through a general website form; the firm can explain an appropriate way to share them after initial checks.
Be clear about your priorities
Explain what outcome you are seeking and any constraints on timing or cost. An initial conversation can help establish the scope of work, but does not itself create a lawyer-client relationship.
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