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Independent Legal Advice (“ILA”) is where a lender requires you to obtain specific advice in relation to their transaction documents from an independent legal adviser.
When is Independent Legal Advice needed?
There are many types of transactions where you will be required to obtain independent legal advice. Some examples include:
- Personal Guarantees – where you are purchasing a property through a company, obtaining a commercial loan, extending your commercial overdraft facility, or guaranteeing a family members loan or mortgage
- Occupiers Consent Forms – where you occupy a property but are not a party to the mortgage documents
- Providing Security – where you own a property or land, and a tenant (perhaps your company) is offering this as security to a lender
- Face to Face advice – where the solicitors acting on your behalf for a property purchase involving a mortgage (or a re-mortgage) are too far away to meet with you directly, you will need to find a local adviser to see you in person.
This list is by no means exhaustive; we are seeing an increase in lenders seeking Personal Guarantees for a wide range of transactions.
Why is Independent Legal Advice required?
To answer this question, ask yourself if you have ever read through a mortgage, charge or loan agreement in detail to understand exactly what the lender can or cannot do?
If you have read agreements and policy documents, you will know that their powers are usually far-reaching. You will also be in a minority! For this reason, lenders require you to obtain Independent Legal Advice to ensure that you have a full and frank understanding of the risks and obligations associated with taking on the loan, mortgage or other facility. You will not then be able to claim that you didn’t understand what you were signing if there is a dispute in future.
For you, the client, knowledge is power. You may choose to rethink your personal and business banking structures after reading through a guarantee, or at the very least see if there is a better deal available from another lender.
How much does Independent Legal Advice cost?
At Crystal Law Solicitors we offer this service on a fixed fee basis of £375+VAT per person, per guarantee with same day service available at a premium subject to availability. Our experienced, commercially minded advisers provide a fast, efficient and accurate service and will be able to answer your questions and advise you of risk before you elect to proceed sign.
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Expert ILA Solicitors
At Crystal Law Solicitors, we prioritise helping clients make well-informed decisions by offering thorough independent advice on complex legal matters. Our qualified solicitors are skilled in providing Independent Legal Advice (ILA), ensuring you fully understand the implications of any personal guarantees, occupiers’ consent forms, or property-based securities you’re considering. Whether you're dealing with a mortgage lender or another financial institution, our independent solicitors will guide you through the documentation, clarifying each term so you can proceed with confidence.
Our legal professionals are here to provide impartial advice tailored to your specific needs, ensuring that you understand the risks, obligations, and potential impacts of your commitment. For clients involved in property transactions or those offering property as security, our advisers ensure that every detail is reviewed, and we work to address any questions you may have. With the increase in lender requirements for personal guarantees across a broad range of transactions, it’s more essential than ever to consult with a qualified solicitor who can offer clear, independent advice on these binding agreements.
At Crystal Law, we offer a fixed-fee legal service designed for efficiency and transparency, giving you access to expert, face-to-face ILA support at your convenience. Our legal professionals are dedicated to empowering clients with the knowledge to make well-informed decisions, helping you protect your interests and move forward with confidence in any legal matter involving personal or financial commitments. Get in touch with our team today to find out how our ILA services can support you.