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Direct Access

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An introduction explaining what Direct Access means: instructing a barrister directly, without first going through a solicitor, and when that is appropriate.

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How it works

Four steps, clearly agreed.

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Direct Access

01–04

Make an enquiry

Suitability assessment

Terms and fee agreed

Your case prepared

01Make an enquiry[CONTENT TO FOLLOW]
02Suitability assessment[CONTENT TO FOLLOW]
03Terms and fee agreed[CONTENT TO FOLLOW]
04Your case prepared[CONTENT TO FOLLOW]

Fees and transparency

An honest discussion of likely fees.

I accept both private and publicly funded instructions. In privately funded cases I encourage an honest discussion of likely fees and will reach an agreed fee in most cases.

01Initial consultation[PRICING INFORMATION TO FOLLOW]
02Advice and drafting[PRICING INFORMATION TO FOLLOW]
03Hearings and trial[PRICING INFORMATION TO FOLLOW]

Questions

Common questions.

Something not covered here? The clerks can help on 020 7353 5638.

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