Imagine this; you’re sitting peacefully in your finca, (or “rural property”) in the heart of Spain. As you’re finalising the day’s work, the sun is still shining on the horizon, inviting you into your daily stroll to the river, accompanied by your two dogs for a splash around to cool down in the warm air. This isn’t a one-off. For “two glorious months”, as Consultant Solicitor Susan Lyons puts it, this was what practicing law […]
Are you ready to build a legal career that allows you to work whenever and wherever you want? If you’re feeling drained and frustrated with your 9-5 role, then don’t worry, you’re not alone. Many people in the legal industries feel this way. LawCare reported, (in their 2025, Life in The Law report), that over 43% of lawyers believe that their work significantly impacts their mental health and wellbeing. With that in mind, there’s no better time to make a positive change. Consultant
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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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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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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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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
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
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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“Becoming a consultant solicitor at Setfords has given me a newfound sense of freedom and balance.” Lawyers: do you want to reclaim your personal life and deliver a better service to your clients? Setfords’ award-winning support team make that possible, enabling lawyers to embrace the life they’ve always dreamed about. In this article, Setfords’ Senior
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At Setfords, we have long encouraged our consultants to fit their legal work around their lives, and not the other way around. This enables them to have a fulfilling legal career without compromising on other areas of their lives. This is just one of the reasons why our consultancy model is becoming an ever more
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What’s holding you back from becoming a consultant lawyer? For many, it’s worrying about how they will generate work. If this sounds like you, the business development (BD) team at Setfords is here to help. It’s no secret that we invest huge amounts of time and resources into our support teams. They’re the lifeblood of
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Kate Hawken is a CILEX Conveyancing Practitioner and an Associate of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives. She specialises in conveyancing and leasehold enfranchisement. In 2021, Kate decided to join Setfords from traditional law, where she found the long days and lack of autonomy weren’t worth it anymore. We spoke to Kate to find out
Wednesday 8th March 2023 marks International Women’s Day, a day dedicated to celebrating women’s achievements, raising awareness about discrimination, and taking action to drive gender parity. At Setfords, more than 60 per cent of our consultant lawyers are women, a number above the UK average of 52 per cent. We are proud to offer a
Working as a consultant solicitor offers plenty of benefits. Many entrepreneurial lawyers enjoy the freedom it gives them to work from wherever they are in the world, as well as the opportunity to earn more whilst dealing with fewer time wasting tasks. One such lawyer is Caroline Fitzpatrick. Working as a consultant solicitor offers plenty
While many lawyers enjoy working in traditional firms, it’s not for everyone. And even those who like it the most can find that they’re tired of the environment after years of the rat race. When they reach this point, increasing numbers of lawyers are turning to consultancy and embracing a better way of working as
There are many reasons why lawyers decide not to become partners. However, two of the biggest reasons are the lack of freedom that comes with partnership, and the unwanted additional responsibilities. However, traditional law firms don’t offer many alternative paths for lawyers who still want successful careers without taking the partnership route. Where do these
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Tom Flatau is Head of Real Estate at Setfords. At his last firm he was offered equity partnership – he turned it down to become a consultant.
A Day in my Legal Life
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Family lawyer Anne Thomas lives in Horsham with her husband and two children, Freddy, 4 and Lilia who’s 16 months.
A Day in my Legal Life
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