Lawspeed is the original specialist recruitment law firm, providing dedicated legal services exclusively to UK recruitment agencies, consultancies, and businesses engaging temporary and contract workers. With nearly 30 years of focused expertise since 1997, the firm stands out for its deep industry knowledge, proactive approach to legislative changes, and a track record of contracts that have never been successfully challenged.
The firm combines legal expertise with practical business insight, offering a unique blend of contract automation, compliance support, and policy influence through its affiliated Association of Recruitment Consultancies (ARC). Lawspeed serves recruitment startups and established agencies alike, providing tailored solutions to protect fees, ensure compliance, and navigate complex areas like IR35, employment status, and umbrella company regulations.
Services Offered
- Recruitment contracts
- Terms of business
- Worker & contractor tax rules advice
- Employment status assessments
- Legal advice
- Compliance support
- E-sign and contract automation
- IR35 consultancy and guidance
- Framework PAYE contracts
- Framework umbrella agreements
- Consultancy agreements
- Startup recruitment support
- Recruitment law training
- Virtual legal department services
- Legal helpline
- Proterms contract management solution
Lawspeed operates across the UK and has been instrumental in influencing recruitment legislation, advocating for fair practices through ARC. The firm supports clients with ongoing updates on regulatory changes such as IR35 reforms, umbrella company compliance, and employment rights legislation.
