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With uncapped earning potential, Setfords empowers you to excel in your career while enjoying the freedom to live life on your terms.
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Uncapped Support
Supported by a team of 190+ experts, our unlimited support is built into your fee split, so you can focus on the work you love while we take care of the rest.
At Setfords, we redefine what it means to practise law — offering unparalleled flexibility, industry-leading support, transparent rewards, and cutting-edge innovation.
We’re a platform law firm with a focus on dedicated support, giving our consultant lawyers everything they need to establish and grow their own business. Set your own hours, work wherever you want, and take control of your earning potential. A better way of working is out there – with us.

Why
Setfords?
Setfords is a nationwide full-service consultancy firm that offers lawyers a better way of working. Our fee-share structure is completely transparent, and – unlike some of our competitors, who levy additional charges – we guarantee it includes all aspects of the support we offer, covering everything from administrative assistance to generating leads for new business. With our innovative technology stack, and what we believe is the industry’s leading support framework for consultant lawyers, you can focus on taking care of your clients, while we take care of the rest.
The benefits of being a consultant lawyer with Setfords
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Working as a consultant solicitor

Our Vision
To be the world’s best law firm, for lawyers, clients, and staff. Discover the vision that drives us every day.

Our Lawyers
With a vast network of 650+ consultant solicitors in the UK and beyond, you’ll be working with the very best.

Support
We’ll give you the tailored support you need to grow your practice, all included in our fee split with no hidden charges

Earnings
Take our salary calculator and discover the kind of earnings that just aren’t possible at traditional firms.

Wellbeing
With a focus on wellbeing, our team will help you take care of your mental and physical health.

Our Structure
Discover the difference that a law firm built for you – not just a handful of partners – can make

Our Clients
Become part of a firm respected by clients of all kinds, from multinational corporations to first time buyers.

Our Story
Where did it all begin? Driven by innovation for almost 20 years, the Setfords story is still only getting started.
Learn more about us:
- Setfords celebrates reaching 15,000 Trustpilot reviewsSetfords reaches 15,000 Trustpilot reviews at 4.9 stars – the highest rating of any law… Read more: Setfords celebrates reaching 15,000 Trustpilot reviews
- Tracy Smallbones: Why She Left a Top 20 Firm for our Consultancy Model Consultant Legal Executive Tracy Smallbones specialises in residential property and came to Setfords from a top 20… Read more: Tracy Smallbones: Why She Left a Top 20 Firm for our Consultancy Model
- Do I Have to Pay a Joining Fee at Setfords? No. Setfords does not charge a joining fee. What You Will Need to Pay The… Read more: Do I Have to Pay a Joining Fee at Setfords?
- Am I Supervised as a Consultant Solicitor? Consultants at Setfords are expected to have the appropriate level of experience to work independently. This is… Read more: Am I Supervised as a Consultant Solicitor?
- What Hardware Do I Need as a Consultant Solicitor? Getting set up as a consultant solicitor doesn’t require a significant hardware investment. Here’s what you’ll need to provide yourself, and… Read more: What Hardware Do I Need as a Consultant Solicitor?
- Do I Pick the Hours I Work as a Consultant Solicitor? Yes. As a consultant solicitor at Setfords, you have full control over your working hours. … Read more: Do I Pick the Hours I Work as a Consultant Solicitor?
- Do Consultant Solicitors Earn More Money? Often, yes. The fee share model typically results in higher net earnings compared to traditional… Read more: Do Consultant Solicitors Earn More Money?
- Can I Work Part Time as a Consultant Solicitor? Yes. Setfords consultants are welcome to work part time or flexibly, including reduced hours or… Read more: Can I Work Part Time as a Consultant Solicitor?








