You might hire a solicitor to:
- Give legal advice for starting a business or nonprofit
Write an employment agreement for a company
Create a will
- Give legal advice to someone buying or selling property, or handle the purchase or sale
- Draw up a trust or a power of attorney
| Required skills and qualifications | Preferred skills and qualifications |
| Legal qualification and license to practice law in relevant jurisdiction (ex: LPC) | Past experience in relevant area of law |
| Proven track record building strong client/stakeholder relationships | Strong communication skills |
| Exceptional analytical and reasoning skills | Strong organizational skills |
