What if there was a better way to practise law?

Is the conventional partner route right for you? An increasing number of lawyers are finding that the fee-earning lifestyle isn't for them, and are embracing alternative models of employment such as part-time work.

Working as an interim lawyer is one such model, and as a skilled and experienced lawyer this is an opportunity to work for fixed periods with interesting and varied clients. It can seem daunting to step away from your current working lifestyle, but if you're ready to make the change then the process is actually very simple.

We find the opportunities for you, and all you have to do is accept the ones that you are interested in. Here are some of the major benefits.

Daniele - Flex Interim Lawyer
  • A significantly better life / work balance
  • Exciting projects with interesting clients
  • Only accept the projects that are right for you, with no minimum commitment required
  • Choose exactly how you want to be paid - through our PAYE or through your own limited company
  • A dedicated lawyers support team, here to find new clients for you and ensure placements go smoothly
  • We look after the financials for you, meaning there's no need to chase clients for payment

Ready to apply? We want to hear from you

Feedback from lawyers in our pool

“I had never done any interim work before engaging with Flex and couldn’t have had a more positive experience. The onboarding process was very clear and everyone at Flex is highly professional and focused on securing fantastic positions for you. I would recommend Flex to anyone looking for interim legal work.”

Joss, Flex Lawyer

Feedback from lawyers in our pool

“Working through Flex Legal has been great. The team are lovely and the process is transparent and efficient. You really get the impression that the team at Flex have their lawyers’ and paralegals’ best interests at heart.”

Evan, Flex Lawyer

Feedback from lawyers in our pool

“The entire Flex Legal team values performance and the unique ways each person achieves their results. They are focused on the outcomes and ensuring that each lawyer gets the most out of his/her role or engagement.”

Catherine, Flex Lawyer

Feedback from lawyers in our pool

“I find Flex to be a tremendously efficient and engaging platform to match clients with lawyers. I'm always impressed at the breadth of opportunities which arise, and the process around all that.”

Simon, Senior Flex Lawyer

Feedback from lawyers in our pool

“This is a small, very proactive and extremely friendly firm. I was lucky to get a job with their help. And I love the atmosphere of support and optimism between the staff and towards us, the lawyers!”

Anna, Flex Lawyer

Feedback from lawyers in our pool

“Flex has been great. They possess a responsive, friendly and helpful team of consultants who make me feel valued and respected. Their system of identifying potential contracting opportunities is first class!”

Tam, Flex Lawyer

Feedback from lawyers in our pool

“Easiest 5 stars I have given any business. I greatly recommend Flex Legal to any young or aspiring lawyer looking to get into the legal profession in the UK. They value your progression and they are always looking to get you placements that suit you career-wise.”

Abiodun, Flex Lawyer

How it works

1. You apply to us

Your application will be assessed for experience, skills and education.

2. You onboard with us

If you are successful, you will be invited to a video interview and you'll create your online profile. We start looking for opportunities.

3. You choose your on-demand work

When our clients request legal support, we match your profile to the opportunity. You get notified when the match is right, and can choose to accept the role.

Want to know more?

Five reasons for junior lawyers to join Flex Legal

At Flex Legal we’re passionate about redesigning the way we work in the legal industry, giving lawyers the power to make smarter life/work choices, and to take back control of their career. Here are our top five reasons to make the change.

We helped Tony to diversify his legal experience

In June 2022 Tony was a commercial solicitor with four and a half years' PQE. He came to us on the lookout for a new challenge. Keen to diversify and broaden his legal experience, interim lawyer work ticked all the right boxes.

If you're interested in training to be a lawyer then take a look at our Flex Trainee page.

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There's even more. Help us with our mission is to enhance careers and change lives through being the leading purpose-led ALSP.

  • We aim to make our industry more inclusive and diverse
  • We champion social mobility through our Flex Trainee scheme
  • We support the development of legal talent by providing trainees with a free online QWE Journal
  • Every time we place a lawyer - like you - we contribute £100 towards supporting solicitors on our Flex Trainee scheme