In the Press | Setting up a Paralegal Business

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More and more paralegals are setting themselves up in practice in order to offer vital legal services direct to consumers.

With solicitors and barristers charging upwards of £150 per hour, many people are now turning to Paralegals who can do much the same as a solicitor or barrister (with a few exceptions) but for a fraction of the cost. Paralegals are currently a growth area with lots of demand for their services.

Now is a good time to set up your own paralegal practice – but before you do so, here are some dos and don’ts.

Read the full guide to setting up a Paralegal Business on here

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