Pay for legal services with a simple, flexible loan

Legal fees can add up quickly during stressful times like divorce, property disputes, or unexpected claims. An Everstead legal loan helps you access the expert advice and representation you need, spreading costs into manageable monthly payments - without maxing out credit cards or draining your savings.

Check your eligibility in minutes with no impact to your credit score.*

Why choose Everstead for legal costs

Fast, supportive funding

Approved and funded in as little as 24 hours so you can instruct your solicitor without delay.

Transparent fixed rates

Predictable monthly payments with competitive rates tailored for uncertain times.

No hidden fees or charges

Completely transparent pricing - you’ll know exactly what you pay from day one.

Check if you're approved in minutes

See your personalised rate and monthly payment with zero impact to your credit score.

Borrow between £1,000 - £10,000 unsecured

No collateral needed. Cover consultations, court fees, or full case representation.

Just one manageable monthly payment

Combine solicitor fees, barrister costs, and disbursements into a single payment.

Designed for legal practices and solicitors

Whether you specialise in family law, conveyancing, wills & probate, personal injury, employment disputes, litigation or commercial matters, Everstead helps you say “yes” more often.

  • Show “Finance available” on every quote, consultation and website enquiry.
  • Offer legal fee finance from 0% APR to interest-bearing, with terms tailored to your matters.
  • Let clients choose a monthly payment that suits them, without delaying instruction.
  • Win more private client work without reducing your fees.

Just 3 simple steps to finance your legal circumstances

1. Check your rate

Takes a few minutes and won’t affect your credit score.

2. Choose your repayment term

From 12 months to 5 years - pick the monthly payment that feels comfortable.

3. Get the money quickly

Funds are paid directly to your solicitor (or to you) as soon as the next working day.

What your legal loan can cover

  • Solicitor consultations and advice sessions
  • Divorce and family law proceedings
  • Property disputes and conveyancing fees
  • Personal injury or employment claims
  • Will writing, probate, and estate administration
  • Court filing fees, barrister briefs, and expert witnesses
  • Any third-party costs (disbursements)

Am I eligible?

Most people are. You just need to be:

  • A UK residentAged 18 or over
  • Have a regular income (employed, self-employed, pension, or some benefits)
  • Able to afford the monthly repayments
  • We look at your current circumstances, not just your credit history.

  • Legal services finance FAQs

    Many customers are funded the same or next working day.

    No - we only do a soft search at first, which never shows on your credit file.

    Yes. Most people ask us to pay the solicitor straight away so there’s nothing to settle later.

    Never. You can settle the loan at any time with no extra charges and saving on interest payable.

    *A full credit check is carried out if the customer proceeds with a finance application, which leaves a footprint and be visible to other lenders.