Complex legal payments simplified
Shieldpay is the dedicated payments partner for the legal services sector, specialising in delivering seamless, compliant payment journeys for all parties in the transaction.
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.
Verify
Solve the complexity of compliance
We collect KYC and conduct due diligence on all parties, scaled depending on characteristics
Hold
Protect funds
Funds are held in safeguarded, reconcilable accounts as an alternative to client accounts
Disburse
Send payments fast
With all parties and funds verified, authorisation is easy and transparent
Over £7bn processed
Shieldpay has supported on hundreds of deals to streamline the payments process
Top 100 law firms
We work hand-in-hand with top law firms to streamline complex payments for their clients
Global payment rails
Support international parties with access to our global payment network
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.
Mergers & Acquisitions
Litigation
Real Estate
Take control of allocated funds to
protect assets with our payment platform
Construction
Managed Accounts
Outsource your client account function to our digital platform
Conveyancing
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
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, real-time updates, and robust compliance checks to deliver a seamless, trustworthy transaction experience, even in the most intricate financial landscapes.
