Legal guides

Plain-English explainers to read before you hire a law firm - anywhere in the world.

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Choosing a firmWhat a Legal 500 ranking tells you (and what it doesn't)Independent legal directories like The Legal 500 can help you shortlist firms. Here is how to read a ranking sensibly.23 Oct 2026 · 1 min read
Hiring a lawyerLawyer fees explained: hourly, fixed and contingencyThe main ways law firms charge, what each means for your budget, and the questions to ask before you agree to anything.22 Oct 2026 · 2 min read
EmergenciesWhat to do if you are arrested abroadThe first steps to take if you, a relative or a colleague is detained by police in another country - and how to find a local lawyer fast.21 Oct 2026 · 2 min read
Hiring a lawyerHow to choose a law firm in another countryA practical checklist for finding, comparing and hiring a law firm in a country where you don't know the system or the language.20 Oct 2026 · 2 min read