Transparent Pricing

Fixed Fees. Agreed Before You Pay.

One of the biggest complaints about legal services is not knowing what the bill will be. With Direct Access, your Barrister quotes a fixed fee for the agreed work before you commit. If the scope changes, you agree the new price first. No surprises.

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Free, no obligation quotes within 24 hours

Why Fixed Fees?

Traditional hourly billing is unpredictable. Direct Access Barristers do it differently.

Full Transparency

You see the price before you commit. No estimates, no hourly surprises.

Scope Protection

The fee covers the agreed work. If the scope changes, you agree the new price first.

Budget Certainty

Plan your legal costs with confidence. The price you agree is the price you pay.

Compare Your Options

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. Here is what that looks like in practice.

Written Advice

Traditional£1,500 to £4,000
Direct AccessTypically from £750
Saving40 to 60%

Drafting Documents

Traditional£2,500 to £6,000
Direct AccessTypically from £1,000
Saving50 to 65%

Court Hearing (1 day)

Traditional£4,000 to £12,000
Direct AccessTypically from £1,500
Saving55 to 70%

Consultation

Traditional£300 to £600/hr
Direct AccessTypically from £200/hr
Saving30 to 50%

Figures are indicative and based on typical market rates. Your actual quote will depend on case complexity and Barrister experience.

Indicative Fee Ranges

Fees depend on the Barrister's experience and case complexity. Here are typical ranges to help you plan.

Written Advice

JuniorFrom £750
Senior / KCFrom £2,000

Drafting Documents

JuniorFrom £1,000
Senior / KCFrom £3,000

Court Hearing (1 day)

JuniorFrom £1,500
Senior / KCFrom £4,000

Consultation

JuniorFrom £200/hr
Senior / KCFrom £500/hr

How We Protect Your Money

Our platform is designed to give you financial confidence throughout your case.

Secure Payments

Payments are processed securely and held until work is completed.

AI Case Assessment

Our technology helps match you with the right Barrister for your case.

Milestone Tracking

Track progress and payments against agreed milestones.

Direct Communication

Message your Barrister directly through encrypted channels.

Pricing Questions

How much does a Direct Access Barrister cost?
Fees vary by case complexity and Barrister experience. Indicative ranges start from £750 for written advice and from £1,500 for a one day court hearing. Every Barrister on our platform provides a fixed fee quote before you commit, so you know exactly what you will pay.
When do I need to pay?
Payment is made securely through our platform before work begins. For larger matters, some Barristers may agree to staged payments tied to specific milestones. This can be discussed when you receive your quote.
Are there any hidden costs?
No. The quote your Barrister provides covers the agreed scope of work. If additional work is needed beyond the original scope, for example an extra hearing day, your Barrister will provide a separate quote for your approval before proceeding. You are always in control of costs.
Can I get quotes from multiple Barristers?
Yes. When you submit your case through our platform, you can receive quotes from multiple Barristers for comparison. Each quote includes the Barrister's experience, specialism, and price for the agreed work.
What if my case is more complex than expected?
Your Barrister assesses the complexity when reviewing your case details. If they believe the work will exceed the initial quote, they will discuss this with you before you commit. Any additional fees require your explicit agreement.
Can I cancel my instruction?
Yes. If you need to cancel, any fees for work not yet undertaken can be refunded. Specific cancellation terms are agreed with your Barrister before work begins.
Do you accept legal aid?
No. Direct Access work through our platform is privately funded only. If you believe you may be eligible for legal aid, we recommend checking the government's legal aid eligibility calculator.

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