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At Flex Legal, we connect clients and candidates through flexible, modern legal services. We know you may have more specific questions about how we work and what makes us different, so this section shares the additional questions people often ask - and the answers that help you understand us better.

Is Flex Legal regulated in the UK?

Flex Legal itself is not a law firm, so it does not provide regulated legal advice. Instead, it acts as an Alternative Legal Service Provider (ALSP), connecting clients with vetted legal professionals who are individually regulated where required (e.g., solicitors regulated by the SRA).

What is the difference between Flex Legal and a recruitment agency?

Unlike a traditional recruitment agency, Flex Legal is a technology-enabled legal resourcing platform. We provide shortlists in under 24 hours, manage contracts and timesheets online, and ensure every candidate is rigorously vetted before introduction. Recruitment agencies focus on permanent hires, whereas Flex Legal provides on-demand, interim, flexible staffing.

Can I use Flex Legal while preparing for the SQE?

Yes. Many of our trainees and paralegals use Flex Legal placements to gain Qualifying Work Experience (QWE) for the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE). This makes Flex Legal a practical pathway for aspiring solicitors to combine paid legal work with career progression.

How does Flex Legal support social mobility in law?

Through our Flex Trainee programme, we fund and place aspiring solicitors from under-represented backgrounds into leading organisations. Every lawyer placement contributes £100 to this initiative, making Flex Legal a partner for clients that want to advance Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in the legal profession.

What areas of law do Flex Legal professionals cover?

Our pool of legal professionals support a broad range of practice areas, including:

- Corporate and commercial law

- Litigation and dispute resolution

- Regulatory compliance

- Data protection and privacy

- Employment law

- Company secretarial support

Does Flex Legal replace law firms?

No. Flex Legal is designed to complement, not replace, law firms. We provide interim legal support and help reduce external counsel costs, but we do not advise on complex matters requiring specialist law firm expertise.

How does pricing work at Flex Legal?

Pricing is transparent and flexible. You only pay for the hours your Flex professional works, with rates varying by role (paralegal, trainee, lawyer, company secretary). This model offers significant savings vs. law firm fees while maintaining quality.

Can Flex Legal provide remote or hybrid legal professionals?

Yes. Flex Legal supports remote, hybrid, and on-site placements across the UK, depending on your team’s needs. Many clients prefer hybrid setups for flexibility, while others opt for fully remote support for nationwide coverage.

How is Flex Legal different from other ALSPs?

Flex Legal is unique in offering:

- Speed: Shortlists in 24 hours.

- Quality: Rigorous vetting, not just a marketplace.

- Purpose: Social mobility impact through Flex Trainee.

This combination of tech, trust, and impact sets us apart from other UK ALSPs.

Can small businesses or start-ups use Flex Legal?

Absolutely. Flex Legal isn’t just for large corporates and law firms. Many SMEs and start-ups use our on-demand legal professionals for cost-effective support in areas like contracts, compliance, and company secretarial work.