DVB LEGAL
Empowering businesses with cost-effective legal solutions.
Are legal complexities holding your scaling business back?You’re innovating and expanding. The last thing you need is a legal roadblock. But hiring a full-time in-house lawyer might not make sense just yet, and hourly external advice can quickly eat into your budget without providing consistent, strategic support.That’s where I come in. I offer dedicated commercial legal expertise, integrated directly into your operations. Think of me as your flexible legal support, providing proactive guidance and responsive support, precisely when and how you need it.Why Choose Flexible Legal Support?Cost-Effective: Get senior-level expertise without the full-time overheads.Proactive & Strategic: Move beyond reactive problem-solving to proactive risk management.Seamless Integration: I become an extension of your team, understanding your unique goals.Predictable Budgeting: Know your legal costs upfront each month.
How I helpAs your business grows, so do your legal matters. You need expert commercial law support, but perhaps not a full-time lawyer. That's where I come in.I offer flexible, legal support designed specifically for scaling businesses like yours. Instead of the traditional law firm model, I integrate directly with your team, providing consistent, reliable guidance precisely when you need it.
How It Works
My primary service is a dedicated 3-4 days of legal support per month, acting as an extension of your operational team. This approach ensures you have ongoing access to senior-level commercial law expertise without the overheads of a full-time hire.What You Get
For a minimum monthly rate of £1,750, you secure:Proactive Risk Management: Identify and mitigate legal risks before they become costly problems. I'll help you spot potential pitfalls, understand regulatory changes, and implement safeguards to protect your business.Contract Lifecycle Management: From initial drafting to final negotiation, I handle a wide range of commercial agreements. This includes supplier contracts, client agreements, partnership deeds, NDAs and more, ensuring they protect your interests and support your commercial objectives.Strategic Legal Counsel: Get sound, practical advice on critical business strategy, intellectual property protection and robust data protection compliance.Responsive Support: Timely answers and practical solutions to your day-to-day legal queries. When something comes up, you'll have a trusted advisor to turn to, fast.Cost Predictability: A clear, fixed monthly fee means no surprise invoices. You can budget confidently, knowing your essential legal support is covered.Why Choose This Model?
I work with a maximum of four clients per month to ensure each business receives the focused attention and deep understanding it deserves. This isn't just about providing legal advice; it's about building a long-term partnership that genuinely contributes to your growth and success. My limited client roster allows me to truly embed with your team, understand your market, and anticipate your needs.Ready to discuss your needs?
Every business is unique. Please get in touch to schedule a no-obligation consultation to discuss your specific requirements.
About
My mission is to provide tailored legal support that addresses your legal needs efficiently, cost effectively and without unnecessary jargon. I help business owners access specialised legal expertise without the need for a full-time hire or the overhead of a traditional law firm. By outsourcing your legal support, you can manage fluctuating workloads and stay on top of commercial law issues at a fraction of the cost. If you're a small business owner looking for clear, practical legal guidance but short on time, let's talk.I'm Deepa Bhabutta and during my legal career, I have gained diverse experience:Private Practice - Developed my legal experience handling a wide range of legal challenges for various clients.
Law Firm Owner - I have first hand experience of facing business decisions and growth strategies.
Senior Consultant Solicitor - I have provided legal advice to businesses across a variety of industries.
In-House Legal - Gained valuable insight into the internal workings of an overseas company entering the UK market.All For: Good food. Good wine. Travel.Not For: Sitting in traffic.
Contact
I would love to help you. Simply email me or DM me on LinkedIn to arrange a free initial chat.
deepa@dvblegal.uk
DVB Legal is a legal consultancy and not a law firm, regulated or authorised by the Solicitors regulation authority. Deepa Bhabutta is a solicitor who remains on the roll of solicitors. DVB Legal is permitted to provide unreserved legal services under the Legal Services Act 2007. ©2025 DVB Legal.