Service Area
Independent Legal Advice Solicitors
Certain transactions require independent legal advice from a solicitor before documents can be signed or relied on. Fortiori Law provides prompt appointments, clear explanations and the written confirmations often required by lenders, employers or counterparties.
How we help
We explain the legal effect of the document, the obligations being assumed and any obvious practical risks.
The aim is to ensure the individual receiving advice understands the transaction before signing.
Where documentation is incomplete or unsuitable, we raise that issue clearly so that it can be addressed before execution.
Typical matters
- Personal guarantees
- Director guarantees
- Occupier consent forms
- Business agreements
- Settlement-related independent advice
- Property and lending documentation
Typical process
- Review the proposed document and background context
- Provide independent advice directly to the individual concerned
- Confirm understanding and execute the relevant certificate if appropriate
- Issue written confirmation where required by the transaction
Frequently asked questions
When is independent legal advice usually required?
It is commonly required for guarantees, occupier waivers, certain lending documents and other transactions where a party must confirm they understand the legal effect of what they are signing.
Can the same solicitor advise every party to the transaction?
Not usually. The advice must be independent, which is why the individual asked to sign often needs separate legal representation.
What should I bring to the appointment?
Typically you should bring the relevant document set, identification and any covering correspondence that explains what the advice certificate needs to confirm.