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Not every legal matter needs a Solicitor. With Direct Access you can instruct a specialist Barrister directly, at a fixed fee, often within 24 hours. Fully regulated by the Bar Standards Board.
Instruct a Barrister Directly.
No Solicitor Needed.
Since 2004, the Direct Access scheme has allowed you to instruct a Barrister directly for certain types of legal work, without needing a solicitor as a go-between. For suitable cases, it can be faster, more affordable, and gives you a direct line to the specialist who will actually handle your matter.
HireABarrister is built to make that process effortless. Our AI-powered case assessment builds your brief in minutes, transparent fixed fees mean you know exactly what you will pay before you commit, and your own secure client portal lets you manage documents, messages, and hearing dates all in one place. No other platform gives you this level of clarity and control over your legal matter.
One Expert, One Fee
One clear fee for specialist advice and representation. No double billing.
Direct Communication
Work directly with the Barrister handling your case. No go-betweens relaying messages or adding delays.
Fully Regulated
Every Barrister is registered with the Bar Standards Board with verified credentials and professional insurance.
Fixed Fees Upfront
Know exactly what you will pay before you commit. No hourly billing surprises and no estimates that balloon.
Not Sure If Direct Access Is Right for You?
The question is not whether Direct Access works. It is whether anyone has told you about it. Use our free assessment to check if your case qualifies. It takes about two minutes and there is no obligation.
Learn more about how Direct Access worksThe Comparison
Same Barrister. Less Cost.
More Control.
Here is what changes when you hire a Barrister directly, and what stays exactly the same.
Solicitor + Barrister
- Pay two professionals for one case
- Communication filtered through your Solicitor
- Hourly billing can escalate unpredictably
- Longer timelines due to multiple parties
- Less visibility into case progress
Direct to Barrister
- One expert, one fee
- Speak directly with the Barrister on your case
- Fixed fees agreed before work begins
- Faster resolution with fewer intermediaries
- Real-time case tracking through your portal
The Barrister is the same. The qualifications are the same. The regulation is the same. You are just removing a layer you might not need.
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What Can a Direct Access Barrister Help With?
Direct Access covers most areas of civil, family, and commercial law. If you are not sure whether your situation qualifies, our free assessment will tell you in two minutes.
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What Could Direct Access Save You?
When you hire a Solicitor, you are typically paying for two professionals. The Solicitor who manages your case and the Barrister who does the specialist work. With Direct Access, you pay only for the Barrister.
Using a Solicitor
Combined Solicitor and Barrister fees
£5,000
Direct to Barrister
Direct Access Barrister fees only
£3,000
Your Estimated Savings
£2,000
These figures are indicative ranges based on typical cases. Your Barrister will provide an exact fixed fee quote for your specific situation before you commit to anything.
Client Portal
Your Case. Your Dashboard. Your Control.
Most legal directories list Barristers and leave you to figure out the rest. We give you a complete case management platform, from AI-powered intake that captures every detail your Barrister needs, to real-time tracking that keeps you in control throughout.
The better prepared you are, the stronger your case. Our tools make sure nothing gets missed.
Get a Free Fixed Fee QuoteTools that prepare your case properly and protect your information throughout.
Smart Case Intake
Describe your situation in plain English, by text or by voice. Our AI organises it into a structured brief your Barrister can act on immediately.
Direct Messaging
No receptionist. No delays. Encrypted messaging directly with the Barrister handling your case.
Document Management
Upload evidence, correspondence, and court documents. Everything tagged, tracked, and accessible when your Barrister needs it.
Deadline Tracking
Court dates, filing deadlines, and milestones in one view. Nothing slips through the cracks.
Real-Time Updates
See exactly where your case is at any moment. No more wondering what is happening or waiting for someone to call you back.
Bank-Level Security
Your data is encrypted in transit and at rest. Shared only with your Barrister, only when you choose.
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