Refer a Client for Independent Legal Advice

Fast, reliable ILA for finance and legal transactions
Same day appointments available with remote consultations nationwide

If you need to refer a client for Independent Legal Advice, MAR Legal provides a fast and dependable service designed to support time-sensitive transactions. Our Solicitors in Manchester work closely with brokers, lenders, and professional advisers to ensure that clients receive clear, compliant advice without delay.

Each Independent Legal Advice referral is handled efficiently from the outset, with documents reviewed in advance and appointments arranged quickly, often within 24 hours. The focus is on maintaining momentum in your transaction while ensuring your client receives straightforward, high-quality advice that meets all legal and lender requirements.

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Need to Refer a Client for Independent Legal Advice?

If you need to refer a client for Independent Legal Advice, our Solicitors in Manchester provide a fast and efficient service designed to support lenders, brokers, and professional advisers.

We work closely with introducers to deliver a seamless Independent Legal Advice referral process. Whether your client requires advice for a personal guarantee, settlement agreement, property transaction, or finance arrangement, appointments can be arranged quickly to avoid delays.

Simply send over your client’s details or documents, and our team will handle the process from start to finish.

Why is Independent Legal Advice Required?

It is a legal requirement to obtain Independent Legal Advice for Settlement Agreements before signing. Without this, the agreement will not be legally valid or enforceable.

The purpose of this requirement is to ensure that you fully understand the terms of the agreement, the rights you may be giving up, and the potential consequences of signing. A settlement agreement often includes a waiver of important employment rights, so it is essential that this decision is made with a clear and informed understanding.

Independent advice confirms that:

you understand the effect of the agreement and what you are agreeing to
you are aware of your legal rights and any claims you may be giving up
you are entering into the agreement voluntarily, without pressure or undue influence

In most cases, the advising solicitor will also be required to sign a certificate confirming that proper advice has been provided. This is a key requirement for the agreement to be legally binding.

Obtaining settlement agreement legal advice ensures that your position is properly protected and that you can proceed with confidence.

Why Introducers Work With MAR Legal

Professionals looking to refer client ILA solicitors value speed, reliability, and clear communication. Our service is structured to support transactions without unnecessary delay.

Same day and next day appointments available
Fast turnaround of certificates
Fixed, transparent pricing
Remote consultations available nationwide
Direct access to qualified Solicitors
Simple and efficient referral process

Our Solicitors understand that delays in arranging Independent Legal Advice referral services can impact transactions. The focus is always on keeping matters moving efficiently.

Simple Referral Process

We make it easy to refer a client for Independent Legal Advice with a clear, structured, and efficient process designed to support time-sensitive transactions.

Send Us the Client Details

Provide your client’s contact details or forward the relevant documents for review. Our Solicitors will carry out an initial assessment to understand the requirements, identify any key issues, and ensure the correct type of advice is arranged without delay.

We Contact the Client

Our team will contact your client directly to complete onboarding, carry out identity checks, and arrange a convenient appointment. This ensures the Independent Legal Advice referral process remains smooth and requires minimal input from you once the referral is made.

Consultation with a Solicitor

The client will receive clear and practical Independent Legal Advice, with all terms, risks, and implications explained in straightforward language. Whether the matter relates to settlement agreements, guarantees, or property transactions, our Solicitors ensure the client fully understands their position before proceeding.

Certificate Issue Promptly

Following the consultation, the advising Solicitor will sign and return the required certificate or documentation. This confirms that the Independent Legal Advice referral has been completed and allows the transaction to move forward without unnecessary delay.

Types of ILA We Cover

We regularly assist introducers who need to refer a client for Independent Legal Advice across a range of matters, including:

Personal guarantees
Director guarantees
Bridging and development finance
Commercial lending transactions
Employment and settlement agreements
Property and mortgage matters

Our Solicitors in Manchester provide clear and practical guidance tailored to each client’s circumstances.

Reliable and Compliant Service

When you refer client ILA solicitors, it is important to ensure that the advice is delivered to a high professional standard.

MAR Legal is a solicitor-led law firm
Independent Legal Advice is provided by qualified Solicitors who are individually regulated and hold practising certificates
Our Solicitors act independently of lenders and other parties
Professional indemnity insurance is in place
Full documentation and attendance notes are maintained

As a solicitor-led practice, MAR Legal ensures that every Independent Legal Advice referral is handled with care, accuracy, and compliance.

You can read more about the SRA standards directly at the Solicitors Regulation Authority website

Working With Lenders and Brokers

We regularly support professionals who need to refer a client for Independent Legal Advice, including:

Bridging finance brokers
Commercial finance brokers
Lenders and private funders
Law firms requiring ILA support

Our Solicitors in Manchester understand the importance of speed, communication, and consistency when managing transactions.

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Clear and Transparent Fees
Personal Guarantee ILA from £350
Bridging and finance ILA from £450
Fees are agreed in advance with the client, with no hidden costs.

Refer Your Client Today

To refer a client for Independent Legal Advice, you can:

Email us the client’s details or documents
Introduce us directly by email
Ask your client to contact us

Our Solicitors will respond promptly and arrange the appointment without delay.

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Looking to Work With Us?

If you are a broker, lender, or professional adviser looking to refer client ILA solicitors, MAR Legal provides a reliable and responsive service.

The focus is on supporting your transactions and ensuring your clients receive clear, timely advice.

Contact MAR Legal

Get in touch today to refer a client for Independent Legal Advice or to discuss how our Solicitors in Manchester can support your transactions. Whether you are working on a time-sensitive deal or planning ahead for upcoming matters, our team is ready to assist with a fast and reliable service.

Our approach to each Independent Legal Advice referral is focused on efficiency, clear communication, and maintaining momentum in your transaction. From initial contact through to certificate completion, our Solicitors ensure that your client receives straightforward, compliant advice without unnecessary delay or complication.

If you regularly need to refer client ILA solicitors, MAR Legal provides a consistent and dependable solution. Our team works closely with introducers to deliver a seamless experience, helping you keep your deals on track while ensuring your clients are fully informed and properly advised at every stage.

FAQs About Referring a Client for Independent Legal Advice

You can refer a client for Independent Legal Advice by sending their contact details or forwarding the relevant documents directly. Once received, our Solicitors will review the information and take over the process, contacting the client to arrange the appointment and complete all necessary steps. This ensures the Independent Legal Advice referral is handled efficiently with minimal involvement required from you.

Most Independent Legal Advice referral matters are completed within 24 hours, depending on how quickly documents are provided and the client’s availability. Our Solicitors prioritise urgent matters and offer same-day or next-day appointments to ensure transactions are not delayed unnecessarily.

A wide range of professionals regularly refer client ILA solicitors, including brokers, lenders, accountants, estate agents, and law firms. If you are involved in a transaction that requires Independent Legal Advice, you can refer your client and rely on our team to manage the process professionally.

You can refer a client for Independent Legal Advice for a variety of matters, including personal guarantees, settlement agreements, property transactions, and commercial lending arrangements. Our Solicitors in Manchester have experience across a broad range of scenarios, ensuring that each referral is handled appropriately.

No. Most Independent Legal Advice referral appointments are carried out remotely via video call. This allows clients to receive advice quickly and conveniently, while still meeting all legal and identification requirements.

Fees are agreed directly with the client before the appointment takes place. Our Solicitors provide clear, fixed-fee pricing so there are no surprises. In many cases, particularly for certain transactions, a contribution may be made towards the cost by another party.

Where appropriate, updates can be provided throughout the Independent Legal Advice referral process. Our team aims to maintain clear communication so that you are aware of progress, particularly where timing is critical to your transaction.

Once the consultation is complete, the advising Solicitor will sign and return the required certificate or documentation. This confirms that the Independent Legal Advice referral has been completed and allows the transaction to proceed without delay.

Yes. All advice provided as part of our Independent Legal Advice referral service is fully independent. Our Solicitors act solely in the best interests of the client and are not influenced by lenders, brokers, or any other parties involved.

MAR Legal offers a fast, reliable, and compliant service delivered by experienced Solicitors in Manchester. Professionals choose to refer client ILA solicitors to us because of our efficiency, clear communication, and consistent ability to meet deadlines while ensuring clients receive high-quality advice.

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