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Direct Access to Specialist Irish Barristers for Corporate Legal Teams

Barristers Direct provides in-house lawyers in Ireland with direct, flexible access to experienced Irish barristers across all major areas of corporate and commercial law. Our service is designed specifically for corporate legal departments, general counsel, and in-house legal teams who require specialist legal advice on a case-by-case basis.

Whether you are dealing with a complex regulatory issue, a high-risk commercial dispute, or a novel point of Irish law, Barristers Direct enables you to engage senior legal expertise quickly, efficiently, and cost-effectively.

Legal Support for Corporate In-House Legal Teams

Modern in-house counsel are expected to manage legal risk, control external legal spend, and deliver commercially focused advice to the business. Barristers Direct supports Irish in-house lawyers by providing:

• Specialist legal opinions under Irish law

• Second opinions for general counsel and legal directors

• Targeted advice on complex or high-value matters

• Litigation strategy and dispute management support

• Regulatory and compliance advice

• Drafting and review of critical legal documents

Our barristers work directly with in-house counsel, complementing internal expertise and existing external law firm relationships.

Why In-House Counsel in Ireland Use Barristers Direct

Direct Access to Irish Barristers

Engage specialist barristers directly, without the need to instruct a solicitor firm where appropriate. Access deep expertise in Irish law precisely when required.

Flexible Legal Resourcing

Use barristers as an on-demand legal resource — for a single legal opinion, short advisory engagement, or ongoing support on a specific issue.

Cost-Effective External Legal Support

Our direct-access model offers transparent, proportionate fees, helping in-house legal teams manage external legal spend and budget predictability.

Commercial and Practical Advice

Barristers Direct understands the realities of working in-house. Advice is clear, pragmatic, and focused on legal risk, regulatory exposure, and business impact.

Independent Second Opinions

Obtain an objective, independent legal view on contentious or strategic matters, including where advice has already been received from external solicitors.

Supporting In-House Lawyers Across Key Practice Areas

Barristers Direct provides specialist advice and advocacy across the full spectrum of corporate and commercial law in Ireland, including:

• Commercial and Contract Law

• Employment Law and Workplace Relations

• Regulatory and Compliance (Irish and EU law)

• Financial Services and Banking Law

• Construction and Infrastructure Disputes

• Technology, Data Protection, and GDPR

• Competition and EU Law

• Public Law and Judicial Review

• Litigation, Arbitration, and Mediation

Working Alongside Your External Law Firms

Barristers Direct is frequently used by in-house legal teams to:

• Strengthen internal decision-making on complex matters

• Obtain second opinions on Irish law

• Access specialist expertise not available within panel firms

• Support litigation and dispute resolution strategy

• Reduce reliance on full-service firms for discrete issues

We integrate seamlessly into your existing legal and governance framework.

How In-House Counsel Can Engage Barristers Direct

Engaging Barristers Direct is straightforward and efficient:

1. Contact us with a brief description of the legal issue

2. We identify a suitable specialist barrister and arrange a consultation

3. Scope, timelines, and fees are agreed in advance with your barrister

4. Expert advice is delivered promptly

A Smarter Legal Resource for In-House Counsel in Ireland

For general counsel, legal directors, and in-house lawyers seeking flexible, specialist Irish legal expertise, Barristers Direct offers a modern and commercially focused alternative.

Contact Barristers Direct to discuss how we can support your in-house legal team.