Consultant Solicitors: Build, Grow and Thrive Under a Regulated Virtual Firm

Thinking about becoming a consultant solicitor or taking your existing practice to the next level? At the Jonathan Lea Network, we’ve brought together practical insights, proven strategies, and real-world experience to help you make the most of the consultant solicitor model under a regulated virtual firm.

Explore our latest guidance below to understand how you can build a flexible, rewarding, and scalable legal career — while staying fully supported by an experienced, regulated team.

“Joining JLN as a consultant solicitor has been one of the best decisions I’ve made. I was initially nervous about stepping into consultancy, but Jonathan’s team provided clear, practical guidance on how it all works and what to expect. That support made all the difference – everyone is genuinely friendly, responsive, and ready to help whenever needed.

Karen Hallett, Consultant Solicitor

Start Your Journey

• Become a Self-Employed Solicitor
  Discover how to join a regulated virtual firm as a consultant solicitor and enjoy autonomy, flexibility, and a greater share of your fees.
• Free Guide : Becoming a Consultant Solicitor: 7 Practical Tips to Make the Leap
  
  Receive our free guide and learn more about the support we provide and the opportunities available.
• Moving To Consultancy from Being a Sole Practitioner Why moving from your own regulated firm to a virtual law firm platform is the most strategic decision you can make

Build and Grow Your Practice

• Building and Scaling Your Own Legal Business
  Practical, experience-based advice on how to scale your consultant solicitor practice, build a team, and create long-term value.
• 17 Secrets of Successful Marketing for a Consultant Solicitor
  Discover proven marketing strategies — from branding and SEO to AI-powered tools — to grow your client base and stand out.

Understand the Model

• Why Consultant Solicitors Thrive Under Regulated Virtual Firms
  See why working under a regulated virtual firm offers greater freedom, security, and work-life balance than operating as a freelance solicitor.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you’re ready to take control of your career, earn more from your work, and enjoy the freedom of building your own client base with the backing of an experienced, regulated team, we’d love to hear from you.

Join the Jonathan Lea Network as a consultant solicitor and discover how our virtual firm model can help you grow a thriving, flexible, and rewarding legal practice.

Get in touch today to arrange an informal, confidential conversation with Jonathan about your goals and how we can support you.

✉️ jonathan.lea@jonathanlea.net

The way JLN operates feels refreshingly modern: everything from onboarding to day-to-day work is streamlined and intuitive, making it easy to focus on delivering great service to clients. I’ve felt supported from day one and I’d highly recommend consulting with JLN to anyone considering the move.”

Karen Hallett