Build your own high-value legal consultancy, without starting from zero
A faster and more structured way to build your own niche legal business
A new path for ambitious lawyers
Most lawyers spend years building experience, but remain stuck in systems that limit their income, progression and control.
This is a fundamentally different model—designed for lawyers who want to create modern legal businesses of the future.
track record & reputation
Since launching in 2022
We've supported hundreds of new and established SMEs, consultancies and professionals—many award-winning—primarily in the tech, knowledge and professional sectors.
Our clients include businesses led by former professionals from organisations such as Amazon, Gartner, Revolut, EY, Meta and the NHS, as well as entrepreneurs who’ve taken alternative paths.
They operate nationally and internationally, working with clients ranging from small businesses to blue-chip companies, including BCG, Red Bull, OpenAI and PwC.
Trusted by directors across the UK & internationally, since 2022
New vs old legal
Many lawyers feel stuck in their current careers
– Slow progression
– Limited upside
– No real ownership
– Time-for-money
– Legacy structures
Even flexible consultancy platform models can be fickle
The market is shifting faster than ever before
– Changing client expectations
– Commoditisation
– Consolidation
– AI disruption
– Uncertainty
Standing still is now the biggest risk
The New Legal model is built for this shift
– Ownership and autonomy
– Multiple income streams
– A proven structure
– Future-proofing
– Collaboration
A seat at the table and a clear path to Equity Partner
A faster, more structured way to build your legal business
Starting your own legal brand can take years and significant investment
– No reputation
– No systems
– No foundations
By becoming a New Legal franchisee, you're ahead of the game from day one:
– Instant credibility
– Proven growth model
– Full business infrastructure
What that means for you
Step into a proven commercial model and a brand that's on the rise
You’re not starting from nothing. You’re stepping into:
– a trusted, rising brand
– a proven commercial model
– a network of clients and partners
So instead of spending years building credibility, you have it from day one.
And you can focus on building a valuable business—not just doing the work.
Areas of opportunity
Deals &
structuring
Help clients structure deals
Partnerships & joint ventures
M&A & exit planning
Equity & ownership
IP &
technology
Help clients protect & monetise IP
Technology & IP advice
IP licensing monetisation
Trade marks & brand protection
Growth &
operations
Help with support & contracts
On-demand legal counsel
Scalable legal infrastructure
Modern contracts
Global & cross-border
Help clients with global complexity
Cross-border deals & structuring
International IP strategy & licensing
Overseas customers, partners, teams
Disputes &
risk
Help clients stay safe
Disputes & separations
Misuse of IP & information
Contract exits
Talent &
teams
Empower clients' teams
Contractors & IR35
Employment & HR
Incentives & restrictions
How you can earn
Hourly
– Hourly: £195–£395/hour
– Bundles: bespoke
– Retainers: bespoke
Fixed & estimates
– Tier 1: £495–£990
– Tier 2: £1,237.50––£1,980
– Tier 3: £2,475––£4,970 +
Retainers
Develop retainers tailored to your clients, and earn recurring income
Training
Earn from training clients and your peers in the ecosystem
Products
Sell your products to clients and peers in the New Legal ecosystem
Subscriptions
Create your own unique subscription offers for ongoing legal support
How do I make money?
Three main ways:
Consultancy work you deliver
Legal work you originate (even if delivered by others)
Deals and opportunities (fees, revenue share, equity over time)
This allows you to move beyond pure delivery, and start building a business that generates income beyond your own time.
How much can I earn?
Each franchise territory and niche is designed to support a viable, scalable practice.
Your income depends on what you build—the clients you win, the rates you command, and how you structure your work.
We work with you to define a focus that can realistically support your income goals.
We support you to:
– build a strong client base
– refine your positioning and pricing
– increase your rates over time
– create multiple income streams
Some operators aim for £100K.
Others build towards £300K–£500K+ over time.
Your earnings will depend on how you balance:
– your time
– the work you originate
– and how you leverage the support, structure & systems provided
Can I earn from work I don’t personally deliver?
Yes.
If you originate work:
– you can participate commercially
– even if another person delivers it
This is a key difference from traditional models.
What you get
Profile &
positioning
Own your niche
– Your own niche and positioning
– Personal brand support
– Web profile on the New Legal site
Growth & business development
Get growing
– Marketing strategy and execution
– Sales and business development training & support
– Access to partnerships and opportunities
Infrastructure & operations
Operate professionally
– Company setup
– Operational support
– Systems, tools and processes
Tools &
assets
Access docs & tools
– Template bank
– Contracts, clauses & policies
– AI (quoting/drafting)
Legal & specialist support
Access lawyers to support you
– Access to junior, senior and specialist lawyers
– Support on complex matters
– Legal admin support
Your first year
Develop your foundations
Months 1–3
Define
– Define your niche
– Curate your network
– Build your pipeline
Months 4–6
Refine
– Refine your offerings
– Secure clients & partners
– Improve sales & marketing
Months 7–12
Build
– Double down
– Increase rates
– Ramp up earnings
Is a New Legal franchise right for you?
New Legal is for lawyers who are
(1) New solo consultants (3+ PQE or equivalent) who want to become legal business owners, and do something new and exciting with significant upside potential
(2) Already operating a small or solo consultancy practice and want to bring in new energy, resources and operational support to take your business to new heights under the New Legal brand
Who is this for
(1) Solo lawyer
You're aware of the opportunity to operate as a legal consultant but understand how hard it is to scale a practice on your own.
(2) Consultancy owner
You're already operating a practice and are overwhelmed or facing a plateau or decline and would like a safe pair of hands to help with growth, operations and delivery. We will work with you to develop your role – one that adds the most value – and this differs from person to person.
This could be for you if these apply:
– You want to move from delivery to ownership
– You're motivated by long-term value and stability
– You're ready to take responsibility for your own pipeline and growth
– You enjoy being client-facing
– You want to be involved in the business community
– You'd like to build your own practice
– Want more control and upside
– Enjoy working solo and with others
– You're willing to win work and build relationships
Who this is not for
This is probably not for you if these apply:
– You want to focus purely on technical delivery
– You’re uncomfortable with business development or visibility
– You expect a fully done-for-you pipeline
– You need a guaranteed salary from day one
– You’re not ready to take ownership of outcomes
We don't presently support: family, immigration, litigation, conveyancing law, or any reserved activities
Do I have the right experience?
We operate a unique collaboration model:
You can access senior or junior lawyers to support you
Whether that's for:
– a second opinion or sounding board
– sign-off on documents or advice
– assistance with your workload
Your peers at New Legal are here to support you at every level, at any time.
You're not just acquiring a legal franchise. You're securing your future, starting with trust and credibility today.
Ready to build your very own legal consultancy of the future?
Questions?
Frequently asked questions
Is this a franchise?
Legally, yes – you would purchase a franchise.
Commercially, it’s different*
*SUMMARY
(1) It’s designed as a high-end, partner-track franchise model designed for the legal space, not a typical “off-the-shelf” franchise.
(2) You start as a licensee during an initial period so that you and us can decide if there's a fit
(3) After that if we both agree to proceed, you would become a Franchise Partner
What kind of lawyers is this for?
Typically:
– 2–8 PQE (or equivalent experience)
– commercially minded
– frustrated with traditional firms
– aware of shortfalls of consultancy platforms
– motivated to build something
More important than PQE is mindset:
– willing to build relationships
– willing to generate work
– want ownership and upside
Do I need to bring clients with me?
No, but you can.
You’ll have the opportunity (and support) to:
– build your own pipeline
– develop relationships
– generate opportunities
You’re supported with:
– business development
– personal brand
– marketing
– training
– systems
How do I make money?
Three main ways:
Consultancy work you deliver
Legal work you originate (even if delivered by others)
Deals and opportunities (fees, profit share, equity over time)
This is not just about billing your time.
Can I earn from work I don’t personally deliver?
Yes.
If you originate work:
– you can participate commercially
– even if another person delivers it
This is a key difference from traditional models.
What support do I get?
You’re supported with:
– personal brand and niche positioning
– marketing and content
– business development guidance
– training and playbooks
– access to partners
– specialist support across practice areas
– junior or senior support
We operate together.
What is the partnership track?
Typically:
Year 1: build your practice
Once you hit clear, agreed milestones: become Partner
Then, once further agreed milestones are hit, progress to Equity Partner
This is based on:
– performance
– pipeline
– commercial contribution
What makes this different from consultant platforms?
Consultant models give freedom—but often:
– no real support
– no growth engine
– limited upside beyond your own work
This model combines the best of all models:
– ownership
– autonomy with structure
– support
– partnership and equity pathway
Who provides me with legal support?
Junior and senior lawyers working with New Legal
– Some lawyers operate entirely by themselves
– Others need support from us to help with different elements of service delivery
– We provide the kind of support you need to operate your practice safely and profitably
– We provide support centrally and via partners
Is this right for me?
Who this is for
Lawyers who want to build their own practice.
– Want more control and upside
– Willing to win work and build relationships
– Think commercially
Who this is not for
– Anyone not willing to invest in themselves
– Anyone not willing to embrace change
– Looking for a salary from day one
– Want work handed to you
– Prefer not to do business development
Do I have the right experience?
We operate the unique sandwich model:
Seniors above. Juniors below.
Whether that's for:
– a second opinion or sounding board
– sign-off on documents or advice
– assistance with your workload
Your peers at New Legal are here to support you at every level, at any time.
Can I stay solo or do I need to grow my team?
You're welcome to do either.
The model allows for you to subcontract to your peers so you don't have to take on your own team.
As the workload increases your role will evolve and we can support with overflow and specialist work as needed.
Examples of how we help clients
Case Studies
Often the work we do includes an element of commercial, IP, data and/or employment/HR
Case Study: Founders' Agreement (90/10) for a Global Tech Platform Start-Up
A case study analysing how we advised clients on a startup founders agreement covering 90/10 equity split, vesting, IP ownership, leaver provisions and control in a UK tech business. ...more
Case Studies ,Deals & structuring
April 05, 2026•7 min read
Case Study: Shareholders’ Agreement (50/50) for a Management Consultancy Business (UK)
A case study on structuring a 50/50 shareholders agreement, covering deadlock resolution, IP ownership, founder exits and governance in a UK consultancy business. ...more
Case Studies ,Deals & structuring
April 05, 2026•11 min read
Case Study: Joint Venture Shareholders' Agreement (50/50): Multimedia JV Partnership with Capital-Backed Growth & IP Development
How we structured a 50/50 joint venture combining capital, content and IP to build a scalable global fintech media platform – shareholders' agreement, IP, funding, and more. ...more
Case Studies ,Deals & structuring
April 05, 2026•3 min read
Case Study: Minority Shareholder (25%) Exit in Company (UK)
How we structured a clean 25% shareholder buyout to transfer full control, eliminate risk and prevent future disputes. ...more
Case Studies ,Share Transactions
April 05, 2026•3 min read
Case Study: Contracts for Global Podast (Multi-Award-Winning)
Find out how we helped co-founders create a scalable legal structure for their UK podcast, with global multi-platform distribution, including IP ownership and licensing, and robust guest and sponsorsh... ...more
Case Studies ,Contracts
April 05, 2026•6 min read
MEET THE FOUNDER
Hey, I'm Ian!
I'm on a mission to ensure that the risk-takers and innovators of the world have the right legal support and contracts to keep them out of harm's way so that they can prosper.
I've seen too many people face the devastating consequences of business when things go wrong – it's damaging to individuals and society.
We're doing our bit to improve business success rates by offering high-quality accessible legal solutions globally, powered by tech and supported by leading legal professionals.
WHAT WE'RE ALL ABOUT:
Simple & scalable legal solutions for modern businesses
Impacting society by supporting risk-takers & innovators
Boosting social mobility & economic empowerment
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