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.
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.
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.
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