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Many people aren't aware that they can go direct to an expert barrister, or that it's often cheaper, and quicker, than going via a solicitor. Fewer overheads mean lower costs for you:
You only pay a barrister for their time and expertise, rather than the costs of running a solicitor's office. Honest, expert advice:
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You can set a budget for our barristers to work towards. That way, you don't have to worry about any hidden costs. Extensive barrister network:
Choose the best barrister for your case from our huge network of barristers covering all areas of law. Our aim is to provide you with as much information as possible to help you make an informed choice. Obtaining a quote from a barrister is completely free. You only pay for the service if you decide to instruct the barrister directly. You are in control every step of the way and you don't pay anything until you wish to proceed. You decide!

Heard of Direct Access but not sure how it actually works?Instead of going through a solicitor who then instructs a barr...
02/10/2026

Heard of Direct Access but not sure how it actually works?

Instead of going through a solicitor who then instructs a barrister on your behalf, you go straight to the barrister. You get matched with a specialist, receive a fixed fee quote, and work with them directly, no secretary, no middleman.

You just handle a bit more of the admin yourself, like filing documents and tracking deadlines, with guidance from your barrister when you need it.

Here's the full breakdown of how it works from first contact to case conclusion. 👇

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Many people have heard of Direct Access but are not entirely sure how it works in practice. This guide explains the process in plain English from first contact to case conclusion.

Ever wondered why a solicitor's bill looks nothing like what you expected?Most solicitors bill in six minute units, so e...
01/10/2026

Ever wondered why a solicitor's bill looks nothing like what you expected?

Most solicitors bill in six minute units, so every email, call, and internal discussion gets charged. Add in correspondence with the other side's solicitor and the cost of briefing a barrister on top of the solicitor's own fees, and the total adds up fast, often for work that isn't really legal advice at all.

Direct Access cuts the solicitor layer out entirely. You work straight with the barrister, for one fixed fee agreed upfront. 👇

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Solicitor bills often contain costs that clients did not anticipate. Find out what these are and how the Direct Access scheme avoids many of them by cutting out the intermediary.

Can a will be challenged because someone pressured the person into changing it? Yes, but it's harder to prove than you m...
30/09/2026

Can a will be challenged because someone pressured the person into changing it? Yes, but it's harder to prove than you might think.

Undue influence means coercion so strong it overpowered the testator's own wishes, not just persuasion or persistent pressure. The person challenging the will has to prove it on the balance of probabilities, often through evidence of isolation, dependence on the influencer, or a will that suddenly contradicts what the person always said they wanted.

We've laid out what counts as evidence and how the courts assess it. 👇

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A will can be challenged on grounds of undue influence if someone pressured the testator into making or changing it. Find out what you need to show and how the court assesses it.

Been made redundant? Here's what you're actually entitled to.If you've got at least two years of continuous service, you...
29/09/2026

Been made redundant? Here's what you're actually entitled to.

If you've got at least two years of continuous service, you're entitled to statutory redundancy pay, calculated based on your age, length of service, and weekly pay. It's tax free up to £30,000, and if your employer refuses to pay or disputes the amount, you can take it to the employment tribunal, but only within six months less one day of your termination date.

We've broken down exactly how the calculation works and what to do if your employer won't pay. 👇

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Find out who is entitled to statutory redundancy pay, how it is calculated, and what your employer must pay in addition to the statutory minimum.

"Off the record" isn't quite as simple as it sounds in employment disputes.Without prejudice conversations let employers...
28/09/2026

"Off the record" isn't quite as simple as it sounds in employment disputes.

Without prejudice conversations let employers and employees discuss settling a dispute without those talks being used against them later at tribunal. There's also a separate protection called a "protected conversation," which lets an employer raise ending someone's employment even before a formal dispute exists.

But neither protection is absolute. Threats, pressure, or unreasonably short deadlines can strip it away, and protected conversations don't cover discrimination or whistleblowing claims at all.

Know the difference before you're in one of these conversations. 👇

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Without prejudice conversations and protected conversations allow employers and employees to discuss settlement without those discussions being used in tribunal. Find out how the protection works.

Got an employment tribunal preliminary hearing coming up? Here's what you need to know.Before the final hearing, tribuna...
25/09/2026

Got an employment tribunal preliminary hearing coming up? Here's what you need to know.

Before the final hearing, tribunals often hold a preliminary hearing to sort out procedural or jurisdictional issues, things like whether your claim was submitted in time, whether you count as an employee or a worker, and setting the timetable for the case ahead.

It's also where a judge can decide a claim has little chance of succeeding and order a deposit to continue, so knowing what's on the agenda and preparing properly matters.

We've laid out exactly what's covered, who attends, and how to prepare. 👇

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A preliminary hearing deals with procedural matters or jurisdictional issues before the final tribunal hearing. Find out what is covered and how to prepare.

In family court, one thing overrides everything else: the child's welfare.It's called the paramountcy principle, and it ...
24/09/2026

In family court, one thing overrides everything else: the child's welfare.

It's called the paramountcy principle, and it shapes every decision a judge makes about a child's upbringing. Not what a parent wants, or feels entitled to, but what's genuinely best for the child.

We've broken down what it means in practice, including the welfare checklist courts use and why framing your case around your child's needs (not your own rights) matters. 👇

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The paramountcy principle means the child's welfare is the court's first and paramount consideration. Find out what this means in practice and how it shapes every decision the court makes.

Did you know you can instruct a barrister directly, without going through a solicitor first?Thanks to the Direct Access ...
22/09/2026

Did you know you can instruct a barrister directly, without going through a solicitor first?

Thanks to the Direct Access scheme, most people with a civil or family law matter can now go straight to a specialist barrister. There are no financial thresholds and no eligibility hurdles, whether you are an individual, a sole trader or a business.

Our guide explains how Direct Access works, the types of cases it suits, from divorce and children matters to employment, property and probate, and how to get a fixed-fee quote.

Read the full guide: https://vist.ly/5jebk

The Direct Access scheme lets you instruct a barrister directly. This guide explains everything you need to know about how to access a barrister without needing a solicitor first.

A solicitor-led divorce can run to tens of thousands of pounds in fees. There is another way.By instructing a Direct Acc...
17/09/2026

A solicitor-led divorce can run to tens of thousands of pounds in fees. There is another way.

By instructing a Direct Access barrister, you get the same specialist advice and courtroom advocacy, while handling the straightforward administrative steps yourself. For divorce financial settlements, where the issues are well defined and the court process is structured, it can cost a fraction of the traditional route.

Our guide explains what a barrister can do for you, from drafting your Form E and position statements to representing you at the FDR and final hearing, and when this approach makes sense.

Read the full guide: https://vist.ly/5itvs

Find out why instructing a direct access barrister for your divorce and financial settlement can be more efficient and more cost effective than the traditional solicitor route.

If your legal costs are becoming hard to sustain but you still need representation, you may not have to see it through t...
15/09/2026

If your legal costs are becoming hard to sustain but you still need representation, you may not have to see it through to the end with your current solicitor.

Switching to a Direct Access barrister partway through proceedings is entirely possible, and more common than many people realise. It often makes sense when the early groundwork is done and what remains is mainly advocacy or drafting.

Our guide walks you through it: how to end your solicitor retainer properly, retrieve your papers, and instruct your barrister, plus the things to check first, such as court deadlines and any funds held.

Read the full guide: https://vist.ly/5iipv

Yes, you can switch from a solicitor to a direct access barrister at any stage of your case. Find out how to do it, what to watch out for, and when it makes sense.

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