Terms of Use

Terms of Use

 

Last Updated: June 2026

 

1. Introduction

These Terms of Use govern your access to and use of this website.

 

By accessing, browsing, or using this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree with these terms, you should not use this website.

 

 2. About This Website

This website is operated by John the Solicitor.

 

The website provides general information regarding independent legal drafting and structured written guidance services available throughout England and Wales.

 

The content of this website is provided for general information purposes only and should not be relied upon as legal advice.

 

3. No Legal Advice

Nothing on this website constitutes legal advice.

 

Information published on this website is intended to provide general information only and may not be suitable for your particular circumstances.

You should not rely on any information contained on this website as a substitute for obtaining appropriate professional advice relevant to your individual situation.

 

4. No Solicitor-Client Relationship

Use of this website does not create a solicitor-client relationship, retainer, contract for services, or any other professional relationship.

 

A professional relationship will only arise where:

  • A matter has been discussed;
  • I have confirmed that I am willing and able to assist;
  • Scope and fees have been agreed; and
  • A formal engagement has been accepted.

 

5. Nature of Services

I am a UK-qualified solicitor.

 

However, I do not currently practise through a regulated law firm and do not undertake reserved legal activities.

Services offered through this website are limited to:

  • Independent legal drafting;
  • Document preparation;
  • Structured written guidance;
  • Procedural assistance;
  • General legal information.

I do not:

  • Conduct litigation;
  • Act on the court record;
  • Represent clients in court;
  • Exercise rights of audience;
  • Hold client money; or
  • Undertake other reserved legal activities.

 

6. Website Content

Whilst reasonable efforts are made to ensure that website content is accurate and up to date, no guarantee is given regarding:

  • Accuracy;
  • Completeness;
  • Reliability;
  • Suitability;
  • Availability; or
  • Timeliness.
 

Legal information can become outdated as laws, regulations, procedures, and court rules change over time.

 

7. Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise stated, all content on this website is owned by or licensed to John the Solicitor.

 

This includes:

  • Website text;
  • Branding;
  • Logos;
  • Graphics;
  • Layouts;
  • Articles;
  • Guides;
  • Downloads; and
  • Other original content.
 

Content may be viewed for personal and non-commercial use only.

You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, publish, sell, or commercially exploit website content without prior written permission.

 

8. Acceptable Use

You agree not to:

  • Use the website unlawfully;
  • Attempt to gain unauthorised access to the website or its systems;
  • Upload malicious software or harmful code;
  • Interfere with website functionality;
  • Use website content for unlawful purposes; or
  • Misrepresent your identity when submitting enquiries.
 

9. External Links

This website may contain links to external websites and resources.

These links are provided for convenience only.

I have no control over external websites and accept no responsibility for their content, availability, or privacy practices.

Use of third-party websites is entirely at your own risk.

 

10. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, I shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or special loss or damage arising from:

  • Use of this website;
  • Inability to use this website;
  • Reliance upon website content;
  • Website errors or omissions;
  • Website downtime; or
  • Third-party content or websites.

Nothing in these Terms excludes liability where exclusion would be unlawful.

 

11. Privacy and Cookies

Use of this website is also governed by:

  • Privacy Policy
  • Cookie Policy
  • Disclaimer
 

These documents should be read together with these Terms of Use.

 

 12. Changes to These Terms

These Terms of Use may be amended from time to time.

Any updated version will be published on this website and will take effect immediately upon publication.

 

13. Governing Law

These Terms of Use shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of England and Wales.

Any dispute arising from use of this website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

 

 14. Contact

If you have any questions regarding these Terms of Use, please contact:

John the Solicitor

 

Independent Legal Guidance – England & Wales

Email: info@johnthesolicitor.com

Website: www.johnthesolicitor.com