04/06/2026
Understanding Direct Access: A More Affordable Approach to Legal Support
Many people wonder how Direct Access changes the legal process. It does not change the law, but it gives you a different way to handle your case. Typically, a solicitor takes full conduct of your case from start to finish, which comes with significant costs. With Direct Access, you can instruct a barrister directly on an ad hoc basis. This means you only pay for expert legal support exactly when you need it. If you are comfortable handling some of the paperwork and background preparation, Direct Access offers a transparent, fixed fee solution to keep your legal costs down.