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We take on the complexity of legal payments

Shieldpay is the dedicated payments partner for the legal services sector, specialising in delivering seamless, compliant payment journeys for all parties in the transaction

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Shieldpay payment platform
A DEDICATED LEGAL PAYMENTS PLATFORM

We manage payments for your complex transaction flows

Shieldpay is a technology-led payments partner, built to securely and compliantly streamline the payment process with our three core platform capabilities: Verify, Hold and Disburse

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Verify

Solve the complexity of compliance

We collect KYC and conduct due diligence on all parties, scaled depending on characteristics

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Hold

Protect funds

Funds are held in safeguarded, reconcilable, accounts as an alternative to client accounts

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Disburse

Send payments fast

With all parties and funds verified, authorisation is easy and transparent

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Over £8bn processed

Shieldpay has supported hundreds of companies like yours with their payments needs

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Top 100 law firms

We work hand-in-hand with top law firms to streamline complex payments for their clients

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Global payment rails

Support international parties with access to our global payment network

RESOURCES

Explore expert insights from our team

Access the latest news, industry updates and insightful resources shared by the Shieldpay team, our partners and peers

Powering payments for legal services

Shieldpay solves the greatest payment challenges for the legal services industry.
Typically a painful and lengthy process, payments are manageable and straightforward with Shieldpay.

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Real Estate

Take control of allocated funds to
protect assets with our payment platform

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Construction Gain visibility over payments to effectively manage project funds
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Conveyancing Automate and improve payment visibility for buyer and seller

Mitigating risk is our business

We’re regulated by the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and authorised by HMRC for Trust Services, making our platform fully compliant and approved to safeguard client funds

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Elevate transaction security and scalability with the Shieldpay API

Integrate with the Shieldpay API to empower your applications such as case and practice management with secure, scalable, and efficient transaction control. Navigate high-volume, high-value, and complex deals with ease, ensuring funds are securely held and released with precision.

Leverage event-driven architecture, fast updates, and robust compliance checks to deliver a seamless, trustworthy transaction experience, even in the most intricate financial landscapes.

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Case studies

Explore how Shieldpay has transformed the way our customers process complex payments

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Case study: Pogust Goodhead

Finding a way to quickly and securely pay thousands of claimants

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Case study: Shieldpay for M&A

International payee management and compliance risk

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Save time, reduce risk and provide enhanced experiences to your customers.