If you’re considering a move to consultancy, one of the first questions you’ll ask is: how much will I actually earn? It’s a fair question, and at Setfords, the answer is straightforward. How the Fee Share Works Our consultants earn between 50% and 80% of their billings through our sliding fee scale model. Here’s how it works in practice: clients pay the firm, […]
More talented lawyers are looking beyond the traditional partnership track to build careers that offer greater autonomy, flexibility, and earning potential. Working as a consultant lawyer at a platform law firm is a popular choice, typically offering greater flexibility and earning potential compared to traditional firms. However, consultancy isn’t right for every lawyer. If you’re
Ever feel like your work as a lawyer just doesn’t fit around the demands of your life? You’re not alone. Meet Kayleigh Wright, a Consultant Licensed Conveyancer specialising in residential property, who has been with Setfords since April 2025. She’s also a mum to a child with special educational needs (SEN) and visual impairment (VI), a sports coach, and a player in a women’s football team.
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Setfords is the only law firm ever to be listed in the Financial Times: Europe’s Long-Term Growth Champions, a list celebrating long term organic growth across all industries in Europe. We have placed 34th among UK companies and 184th in Europe overall, an extraordinary achievement for a firm that continues to challenge the status quo
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Setfords has achieved its biggest milestone yet in The Lawyer’s Top 100 rankings, climbing from 95th to 76th place. This marks not only our highest-ever position but also recognition as the fastest-growing UK Top 100 law firm, with an outstanding 47% organic revenue growth — the largest leap of any firm in this year’s table.
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When lockdown hit back in 2020, many lawyers were forced to reassess how and where they worked. For many, including Consultant Conveyancing Solicitor Laura Grounds, it was a major turning point and what sparked her decision to join Setfords. We spoke to her about how she’s built a thriving practice, created stronger client relationships, and
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We’re delighted to share that Setfords has been named ‘New Law Business of the Year’ at The Lawyer Awards 2025—a recognition of our long-standing commitment to transforming how legal services are delivered. Now the UK’s largest and fastest-growing platform law firm, Setfords has spent nearly two decades refining a model that places flexibility, quality, and client
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The 2025 Platform Firms Report by Codex Edge confirms what we see every day—platform law is a first-choice career option for lawyers who want more control, more flexibility, and a better way of working. At the forefront of that movement is Setfords. For the second year running, Setfords has been named the UK’s number one
Many lawyers are drawn to the profession because of their passion for law, only to be overwhelmed by long hours, unrealistic targets, and rigid working structures. At Setfords, we’re changing that. With flexibility and support built around you, we make it easier for lawyers to thrive. This message resonates particularly strongly during Wellbeing Week in
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Hear from Babatunde Akinyanju, Consultant Family Solicitor, as he reflects on his Setfords journey and his first year working as a consultant. On 8th April 2025 I celebrated my first anniversary of my journey as a Consultant Family Solicitor with Setfords. It’s been a year of growth, change, and new beginnings after leaving my role
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How Caroline Fitzpatrick Completed 160 Property Transactions from Marbella with Setfords When the stamp duty deadline loomed, Caroline Fitzpatrick proved that distance is no barrier to delivering outstanding results. Working remotely from Marbella, Caroline personally completed 160 transactions in March, helping hundreds of clients beat the stamp duty hike: “This was one of the most
Celebrating Women and Driving Change International Women’s Day (IWD) is a global celebration of women’s achievements, advocating for gender equality and highlighting the progress that still needs to be made. Observed on the 8th of March each year, IWD offers an opportunity for individuals and organisations to reflect on the contributions of women, challenge biases,
What’s stopping you from making your dream legal career a reality? Whether it’s not knowing what to expect or worrying about building your business without support, at Setfords, we aim to make the transition as easy as possible. Hear from Michelle Leggett, Senior Private Client Consultant Solicitor, about her journey from traditional law to consultancy
By Pearl Moses – Director of Compliance at Setfords Over the past year, I’ve had the immense privilege of mentoring Nylah Clarke-Mills through the Black Lawyers Matter Mentoring Scheme, which was launched by the Stephen James Partnership and actively supported by my colleagues at Setfords. It has been a journey of mutual growth, inspiration, and
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Are you searching for a career that enables you to progress without sacrificing family time? Setfords’ consultants are empowered to achieve their dream work-life balance, backed up by our extensive support. With a dedicated team of over 150 experts here to help with everything from admin to marketing at no additional cost, our lawyers enjoy
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Looking to transform your legal career? It all starts with the right support. At Setfords, our award-winning teams are always by your side, providing unlimited guidance and resources to help you grow your practice, your way. Hear from Consultant Solicitor David Miers about his Setfords journey so far, and how our support has helped him
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Are you looking for a law firm that truly supports your ambitions, no matter what they may look like? Welcome to Setfords, where we redefine what it means to practice law. We have more than 150 experts working behind the scenes to support our lawyers, so they have the freedom to focus on their clients
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For decades, lawyers have juggled gruelling office hours with the demands of their personal lives, often at the expense of their well-being. The COVID-19 pandemic may have brought remote working to the forefront for many industries, but at Setfords, we’ve championed this model for years—proving that lawyers can work remotely and thrive. Setfords was founded
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Stress Awareness Week serves as a powerful reminder that the legal profession, while demanding, shouldn’t be synonymous with burnout. Understanding the common sources of stress in law Lawyers often strive for perfection and work long hours under pressure, making them susceptible to stress. This can lead to feelings of being overwhelmed and unable to
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Louise Turner, a distinguished CILEX Lawyer and Consultant at Setfords, has been awarded the prestigious honorary title of CILEX Companion. This recognition, the highest honour conferred by CILEX (The Chartered Institute of Legal Executives), celebrates individuals whose exemplary leadership and contributions have significantly impacted the legal profession, CILEX, and the wider legal community. Louise joined Setfords in January
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