Solicitors Business Loans — Are UK Business Loans a Lender or a Financial Adviser?
Short answer: No — UK Business Loans is not a lender and we do not provide regulated financial advice. We act as an introducer and lead‑matching service that connects law firms with specialist lenders and brokers so you can quickly get free eligibility checks and quotes for solicitor practice funding. Start a Free Eligibility Check: Get Quote Now.
What UK Business Loans does for solicitors
UK Business Loans helps law firms find the most appropriate finance options by matching you with lenders and brokers who specialise in legal practice funding. We simplify the search so you don’t waste time completing multiple lender forms or calling numerous brokers.
- We collect basic details through a short enquiry so partners can assess eligibility.
- We match you to specialist brokers and lenders experienced in solicitor practice finance.
- Our matching service is free to use and gives you multiple options to compare — there’s no obligation to proceed.
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Are we a lender or a financial adviser for law firms?
Direct answer: UK Business Loans is neither a lender nor a provider of regulated financial advice. We are an introducer/lead-matching service. That means:
- We do not provide funds or underwrite loans ourselves.
- We do not provide formal regulated financial advice or make suitability assessments on behalf of your firm.
- We pass your enquiry to suitable lenders and brokers who will contact you with eligibility feedback and proposals; any formal lending decisions, credit checks or regulated advice will be delivered by those providers.
Because we are an introducer, our role is to speed up the matching process and increase the number of suitable options you see — not to act as a source of funds or give regulated personal recommendations.
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Why it matters whether we’re a lender or an adviser
Understanding the difference helps you make an informed choice about how to find funding for your practice.
- If the business you contact is a lender: they will only offer their own products. That can be faster but may limit your choice or create a conflict of interest (they profit by lending their own money).
- If the business is a regulated financial adviser: they may provide personalised regulated advice and an assessment of suitability, which can be helpful but can take longer and sometimes carry fees.
- As an introducer: UK Business Loans gives access to a broader market — multiple lenders and brokers who specialise in solicitor practice funding. That typically means quicker comparisons, more tailored matches (e.g., invoice finance vs. bridging), and no obligation to accept an offer.
Our Business Finance Matching Process
Step 1
Complete Your Details
It takes just 1 minute on average to complete your business and contact details.
Step 2
We Match Your Business
With the best business finance broker or lender most suitable for your needs.
Step 3
You Get Free Quote + Advice
You receive a free quote along with complimentary expert financial advice.
It’s fast and free to get a quote from one of the UK’s leading finance brokers / lenders who will contact you directly with your quote/s.
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- Speed — rapid matching reduces the time spent searching.
- Choice — access multiple specialist lenders and brokers.
- No cost — the enquiry is free for your practice and non‑binding.
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Common funding options for law firms — and how we help
Solicitor practices use several funding products depending on cashflow, growth or transaction needs. Below are typical uses and how UK Business Loans helps match you to the right providers.
Our Business Finance Matching Process
Step 1
Complete Your Details
It takes just 1 minute on average to complete your business and contact details.
Step 2
We Match Your Business
With the best business finance broker or lender most suitable for your needs.
Step 3
You Get Free Quote + Advice
You receive a free quote along with complimentary expert financial advice.
It’s fast and free to get a quote from one of the UK’s leading finance brokers / lenders who will contact you directly with your quote/s.
Invoice finance / debtor finance
Use-case: unlock fees and disbursements tied up in unpaid client invoices to improve cashflow. How we help: match you with invoice finance providers and brokers experienced in legal receivables.
Bridging finance
Use-case: short-term lending to cover client disbursements, purchase funds or gaps between settlements. How we help: introduce you to bridging lenders who understand solicitor timelines and disbursement needs.
Working capital & cashflow loans (typically from £10,000+)
Use-case: day-to-day overheads, payroll or temporary cash gaps while awaiting settlements. How we help: connect you to unsecured and secured options suitable for professional practices; note most enquiries we place start at around £10,000.
Practice acquisition / purchase finance
Use-case: funding to buy a practice or partner stake. How we help: identify specialist lenders or brokers that structure acquisition deals for law firms.
Asset & equipment finance
Use-case: purchase of IT systems, office fit-out or vehicles. How we help: find lenders offering lease or hire‑purchase options tailored to professional services firms.
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To read more about tailored lender options for legal practices see our detailed guidance on solicitors business loans.
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How our introducer process works (fast & transparent)
- Complete a short enquiry form — basic business details and the funding type/amount you need (takes about 2 minutes).
- We match your enquiry — your details are passed to selected lenders/brokers best suited to your needs.
- Partners contact you directly — a broker or lender will discuss eligibility, likely options and a quote.
- You decide — compare offers and choose the provider that suits your practice. There’s no obligation to proceed.
Important: the enquiry form is an information request to help match your firm with providers — it is not a loan application. Any formal application, credit checks or regulated advice will be performed by the lender or broker you choose.
FAQ — quick answers solicitors ask
Will UK Business Loans give my firm financial advice?
No. We do not provide regulated financial advice. We introduce you to lenders and brokers who can provide quotes and, where appropriate, give regulated advice directly.
Will completing an enquiry affect our credit score?
No — the initial enquiry and the matching process do not show on your business credit file. Lenders or brokers may carry out credit or ID checks later if you progress with an application, and they will make you aware before doing so.
Does it cost solicitors to use your service?
No. Submitting an enquiry and being matched is free for your practice. We typically receive payment from partners when an enquiry converts, not from you.
How quickly will we get responses and quotes?
Many firms receive a call or email within hours during business days; full proposals depend on the lender or broker and the complexity of the funding required.
What information will be shared?
We share basic business and funding details with selected partners so they can assess suitability. We do not sell your data to unrelated third parties. See our Privacy Policy for full details.
What loan sizes do you handle?
We work with partners on a range of funding sizes. For solicitor practice lending, enquiries typically start from around £10,000 upwards.
Our Business Finance Matching Process
Step 1
Complete Your Details
It takes just 1 minute on average to complete your business and contact details.
Step 2
We Match Your Business
With the best business finance broker or lender most suitable for your needs.
Step 3
You Get Free Quote + Advice
You receive a free quote along with complimentary expert financial advice.
It’s fast and free to get a quote from one of the UK’s leading finance brokers / lenders who will contact you directly with your quote/s.
Free Eligibility Check — Get Quote Now
Ready for a quick, free eligibility check for your law firm?
If you need short-term cash to cover disbursements, funding to buy a practice, or working capital while you wait for settlements, our simple enquiry will connect you to specialist lenders and brokers. It’s fast, confidential and free — and it gets you real quotes from providers who understand solicitor practice finance.
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Important regulatory & privacy note
UK Business Loans is an introducer/lead-matching service. We do not provide funds and we do not give regulated financial advice; any formal advice or regulated activity will be provided by the lender or broker you are put in touch with. Before accepting any offer, check the provider’s terms and credentials and be sure you understand fees and contractual terms.
We treat your information confidentially and only share it with selected partners who can help with your request. For details on how we use and protect your data please review our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions.
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Author: UK Business Loans content & industry team · Published: 29 October 2025 · Last updated: 29 October 2025
1. What is UK Business Loans — are you a lender?
UK Business Loans is an introducer/lead‑matching service, not a lender, and we connect UK businesses with specialist lenders and brokers rather than providing funds ourselves.
2. How do I apply for a business loan through UK Business Loans?
Start a free eligibility check by completing our short enquiry form (takes ~2 minutes) and we’ll match you with suitable lenders and brokers who will contact you to progress any formal application.
3. Will submitting an enquiry affect my business credit score?
No — the initial enquiry and matching process do not show on your business credit file; lenders or brokers may perform credit checks only if you choose to proceed.
4. Does it cost my business to use UK Business Loans?
No — using our matching service and submitting an enquiry is free and non‑binding for your business.
5. What types of finance can you help my business find?
We can match you with providers for business loans, invoice/debtor finance, bridging finance, working capital, asset and equipment finance, practice acquisition funding and more.
6. How much can I borrow through the lenders you work with?
Our network covers a wide range of facilities, typically from around £10,000 up to multi‑million sums depending on the lender and purpose.
7. How quickly will I get responses and quotes from lenders?
Many businesses receive a call or email within hours on business days, while full quotes depend on the lender/broker and the complexity of your request.
8. Do you provide regulated financial advice or suitability assessments?
No — we do not provide regulated financial advice or suitability assessments; any formal advice will be delivered by the FCA‑regulated lender or broker you are connected with.
9. Are the lenders and brokers you introduce regulated and trustworthy?
Yes — we work with reputable, UK‑based lenders and FCA‑regulated brokers who will disclose fees, terms and credentials during the application process.
10. Is the enquiry form a loan application and how is my data used?
No — the enquiry is an information request to help match you with appropriate providers, and we only share your details with selected partners relevant to your request in line with our Privacy Policy.