Get clear legal direction on a not for profit issue before it grows

A short consultation works well where you need legal input on a defined issue rather than a full drafting project. Common topics include whether your current structure still fits your activities, trustee or committee duties, constitution-related concerns, reporting questions, registration planning, conflicts in decision-making, or uncertainty about how a contract or policy affects the organisation. If the issue involves supporter, member or service-user information, it is important to explain how that information is collected, used and shared in practice, because that can affect the legal advice given.

This option is usually better where the main problem is not yet narrowed down to one document or one narrow eligibility question. For example, you may be weighing up structure options, trying to understand a governance problem, or deciding what legal step should come next. If you already know you need a constitution amended, a funding agreement reviewed, or a donor privacy document drafted, a more specific service may be more efficient. This consultation is there to help you identify the issue, understand the risks and decide on the right next move.

It is commonly booked by founders, trustees, committee members, directors of social enterprises and senior managers who need legal input before making a decision. Some organisations use it at setup stage when choosing between structures or considering registration. Others use it after a problem has surfaced, such as uncertainty about governance processes, concerns about responsibilities, or questions about whether current practices still match the organisation's purpose and activities. It is particularly useful where the organisation wants a lawyer to sense-check the issue before investing in more extensive legal work.

A short written summary is usually the most helpful starting point. That should explain what your organisation does, what legal structure it currently uses, and the questions you want covered in the consultation. If the issue relates to a particular document, send that as well. Useful examples include your constitution, articles, committee papers, a draft policy, or correspondence that has raised a compliance concern. Good background material helps keep the call focused on the legal issue itself instead of spending valuable time piecing together the facts during the session.

The fee covers a 30-minute consultation and a written follow-up summary of the main points discussed. It is intended for legal advice and issue-spotting on the questions you bring to the call. It does not cover drafting constitutions, policies, agreements or board papers, and it does not include contacting a regulator or another party on your behalf. Tax advice is also outside this service. If the consultation shows that further work would help, such as a document amendment or a deeper review, that can be quoted separately as a next step.

Working with us is simple. Start by submitting an enquiry through our website using the form at the top of this page or on our Get Started page. A legal project manager will review your enquiry within 1 business day and reach out to understand your needs.

They'll send you a fixed fee quote outlining costs, scope, and timing. If you're happy, you can accept and sign our engagement letter online. Once that's done, we'll connect you with an expert lawyer who will complete your project via email, phone, or video chat, with the timing confirmed in your quote.

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At Sprintlaw, our pricing is transparent and designed for startups and small businesses. Many one-off legal services, including document drafting and reviews, are provided for a fixed fee with an upfront quote before you proceed.

Prices typically range from £100 to £1,500 depending on the complexity and scope of the work. For ongoing support, Sprintlaw Memberships include options such as legal templates, consultations, a legal helpline and credits for services.

If your project is larger or more complex, we will provide a tailored quote after understanding what you need.

Sprintlaw UK operates fully virtually, with the team working online across the UK to provide support to startups and small businesses nationwide. Many of our team are based in London and often meet at co-working offices, but our operations remain fully digital, ensuring flexibility and efficiency for both our clients and team.