In-house Support
Tailored Legal Compliance for your Business
We can be retained as a trusted partner to assist with proactive business compliance and provide legal support to in-house teams advising on the legal and operational implications of the law that regulates and impacts their business.
Our team appreciates that no two organisations are the same. We spend time getting to know our client’s needs and objectives and tailor the support required to achieve optimum results.
Ongoing legal support without an in-house team
Many organisations need regular access to experienced legal advice but do not require or cannot justify, a full internal legal department. Our in-house support service is designed to provide senior legal input on a flexible basis, acting as an extension of your organisation rather than an external add-on.
Who this service is designed for
We work with businesses and organisations operating in regulated or high-risk environments, where issues can arise quickly and decisions carry legal consequences. This includes organisations that want trusted advisers who understand their sector, culture and risk profile.
Practical, day-to-day legal advice
Support can include advice on regulatory obligations, incident response, governance issues, internal investigations and engagement with regulators. The focus is on clear, practical guidance that supports decision making in real time.
Support when issues escalate
One of the key benefits of in-house support is continuity. When an incident or investigation arises, we are already familiar with your organisation and can step in immediately, without the delay of getting up to speed.
Senior involvement and continuity
Clients receive advice from senior lawyers who remain closely involved. You are not passed between teams or advisers. This continuity allows for more effective risk management and more confident decision making.
Flexible and proportionate arrangements
Support arrangements are tailored to your needs and can evolve over time. Some clients require regular input, others value having experienced advisers available when issues arise.
A preventative approach to risk
While we support clients reactively, a core part of the service is helping organisations identify and manage risk early, reducing the likelihood of serious regulatory or enforcement issues developing.
Bespoke Service
Examples of bespoke in-house support we offer include:
- On-call support to navigate the legal and regulatory framework specific to your business.
- Advice on the interaction of responsibilities between different organisations sharing the same site or project.
- Carrying out reviews of an organisation’s systems, policies and procedures.
- Advice on data protection, including how to manage subject access requests, security breaches and cyber threats.
- Advice to corporate clients on their rights and legal remedies when the subject of a hostile campaign and how to proactively manage the risks involved both to the business and its employees.
Contact Us
Get in touch today to discuss how our expertise can support your business.
What Our Clients Say
Owner - National
Logistics Company
Logistics Company
“We had the best team at the end of the day. Ashleigh and her team all did a great job for us, and we are all so very grateful. The outcome was a testimony to that.”
Westgreen
Construction Ltd
Construction Ltd
“Ashleigh is an exemplary health and safety legal representative, and I can think of no better legal ally to proactively and reactively support you and your business – the star of her profession.”
Hayley Saunders –
Partner Shoosmiths LLP
Partner Shoosmiths LLP
“Not only is she a true expert in her field ... She achieves the best outcome for her clients, I wouldn’t hesitate in recommending her.”
MBC Blog
"Ashleigh Harold recognised as 'Best regulatory health and safety lawyer in the UK'"
Farmer, Environment
Agency prosecution
Agency prosecution
"Ashleigh just a short message to say thanks for the way you presented the case and in fact dealt with the whole case from start to finish. The negotiation skills needed to bring a potentially eye watering fine to £3000 is worthy of mention."
Corporate Client
"You need someone who helps translate the daunting experiences in a manor you comprehend and Ashleigh routinely does this."
Operations Director -
National Steelworks Group
National Steelworks Group
“Could I personally thank you for all of your efforts on our behalf and express our appreciation of your success. There is no doubt that your perception of HSE’s approach to this investigation was accurate. The decision to hold back from the interview was clearly right and limited the opportunity of HSE to secure further evidence...”
Jenna Howard - Director of Little Learners Montessori
"Thanks to Ashleigh our complaint was upheld by Ofsted and we were reinspect a few weeks later and received 'outstanding' in all areas. Ashleigh was absolutely fantastic from start to finish in supporting and guiding us through the process. Thank you so much for all of your help in supporting us and ensuring we received the grade we deserved."
Company Director
"Ashleigh's depth of experience in health and safety law and procecedings is first class - with her case work often referred to as 'the best we have seen' by barristers and QCS alike."
Richard StockwellCompany Director
"When one is confronted with a serious health and safety event you need support, reassurance, knowledge, experience, intuition thoroughness and human understanding - Ashleigh comes with bundles of these attributes."
Frequently Asked Questions
What does in-house legal support actually look like in practice?
Our in-house support is designed to act as an extension of your organisation. We provide ongoing advice, guidance and support tailored to your sector and risk profile, without the overhead of a full internal legal team.
Is the support limited to reactive advice?
No. While we support clients when issues arise, a key part of the service is proactive advice to help identify and manage risk before problems develop.
Who will we deal with on an ongoing basis?
You will have access to senior lawyers who understand your organisation, your sector and your priorities. Continuity is a core part of the service.
Can this support include regulatory and investigation matters?
Yes. Many clients value having trusted advisers already familiar with their business when investigations or incidents occur.
How flexible is the arrangement?
Support can be structured in a way that works for you, whether that is regular input or more ad hoc assistance as needed.
Is this suitable for growing or changing organisations?
Yes. The service is designed to adapt as your organisation evolves and your risk profile changes.
How quickly can you respond when something urgent arises?
Responsiveness is central to our approach. We understand that regulatory and investigative issues rarely wait.