Freelance Legal Research & Document Drafting Support
Reliable overflow support for solo practitioners and small law firms — demand letters, discovery, motions, research, and case support, delivered fast and reviewed by you before it ever leaves your desk.
Who I am
Ryan Thompson
I’m Ryan Thompson, a law graduate (LLB, 2:1) with hands-on experience drafting and supporting real litigation matters — including multi-count arbitration complaints, demand letters, and legal research under attorney supervision.
I founded Thompson Legal Support Services to give solo practitioners and small firms a dependable extra set of hands for the drafting and research work that eats up time you’d rather spend on strategy and clients. Every piece of work is delivered as a draft for your review and sign-off — you stay fully in control of what goes out under your name.
Services
What I Offer
Demand Letters
Clear, well-supported demand letters drafted from your case file and instructions.
Starting from:
$350 (£261)
Complaints & Pleadings
Multi-count complaints and arbitration filings, drafted and cite-checked against primary sources.
Starting from:
$500 (£372)
Motion Drafting
Well-researched motions drafted to your case specifics and local requirements.
Starting from:
$400 (£298)
Discovery Support
Interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admission — drafted or responded to on your instruction.
Starting from:
$300 (£224)
Deposition Summaries
Clear, organized summaries of deposition transcripts, ready for case strategy and trial prep.
Starting from:
$250 (£186)
Legal Research Memos
Starting from:
$250 (£186)
Case Chronologies & Document Review
Organized case timelines and document review passes to help you get on top of complex files fast.
Custom quote based on scope
Trial Prep Support
Exhibit lists, witness binders, and organized case materials to keep you ready for hearings.
Custom quote based on scope
All fees quoted per document; complex matters quoted individually. Get in touch for a custom quote.
Ongoing Support
Monthly Packages
Prefer predictable overflow support instead of one-off projects? Choose a monthly package and get priority turnaround on everything you send over.
Starter
$600/month (£448)
For solo practitioners who need occasional overflow support without the commitment of a full retainer.
Growth
$1,100/month (£822)
For firms with a steady flow of drafting and research needs who want priority handling.
Volume
$2,000/month (£1,494)
For firms with high-volume overflow needs across multiple matters at once.
The Advantage
Why Firms Work With Me
A fraction of the cost of hiring
A part-time paralegal typically costs $2,200-$3,000+ (£1,645-£2,245) a month in wages alone, before payroll taxes, benefits, or training. A full-time paralegal runs even higher — $82,000-$95,000+ a year in fully-loaded employment costs, or roughly $6,800-$7,900 (£5,075-£5,895) a month once benefits, payroll taxes, and overhead are factored in. With Thompson Legal Support Services, the Volume retainer delivers ongoing drafting support for $2,000/month (£1,494) — with no employment risk, no idle cost during quiet weeks, and no commitment beyond a month at a time.
Fast turnaround
Most documents delivered within days, not weeks.
You stay in control
Confidentiality first
Strict data handling practices for every client file, with confidentiality built into every engagement.
Real litigation experience
Background in AAA arbitration complaints, demand letters, and legal research, not just theory.
Revisions included
Every project includes revisions to make sure the final document matches exactly what you need — no extra charge for reasonable adjustments within the original scope.
Refer a firm, save on your next project
Know another attorney who could use support like this? Refer them, and once their first project is complete, you’ll both get 10% off your next order.
Drafting
Sample Work
Reliable overflow support for solo practitioners and small law firms — demand letters, discovery, motions, research, and case support, delivered fast and reviewed by you before it ever leaves your desk.
Re: Demand for Payment — Breach of Service Agreement
This letter serves as formal demand for payment in the amount of $[XX,XXX], arising from your client’s failure to remit payment under the Service Agreement executed on [date]. Pursuant to Section 4.2 of the Agreement, payment was due within thirty (30) days of invoice delivery. As of the date of this letter, payment remains outstanding by [XX] days, notwithstanding written notice provided on [date].
Should payment not be received within fourteen (14) days of this letter, my client is prepared to pursue all available remedies, including but not limited to filing suit for breach of contract and recovery of associated costs and attorney’s fees as provided under Section 7.1 of the Agreement.
Every draft is delivered for your review and revision before anything is finalized or sent — you retain full control and final sign-off on all work product.
Testimonials
What Clients Say
Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What's your legal background?
I hold an LLB (2:1) from Birmingham City University and have hands-on experience drafting real litigation documents — including multi-count AAA arbitration complaints and settlement demand letters — under attorney supervision. I’m not a licensed attorney, and all work product is delivered as a draft for your review, revision, and final sign-off before it goes anywhere near a filing or a client.
How do you handle confidentiality?
Every engagement is treated as confidential. Case files and client information are handled under strict data-handling practices, and I’m happy to sign an NDA before any materials are shared if your firm requires one.
How fast is turnaround?
Most documents are delivered within a few business days, depending on complexity and scope. If you have a tight deadline, let me know upfront — I’ll confirm whether I can meet it before you commit to the project.
Can you handle my state's specific citation or formatting requirements?
Yes — I verify citations against primary sources and adapt formatting to your jurisdiction’s requirements. If your matter has unusual local rules, flag them when you send instructions and I’ll confirm I can accommodate them.
What if I need revisions?
Every project includes revisions within the original scope at no extra charge, so the final document matches exactly what you need.
Do you only work with solo practitioners?
My focus is solo practitioners and small firms (2-3 attorneys) who need reliable overflow support without the cost of a part-time hire. If you’re unsure whether your firm’s needs are a fit, just get in touch and ask.
Refer a firm, save on your next project
Know another attorney who could use support like this?
Refer them, and once their first project is complete, you’ll both get 10% off your next order.
Contact
Get In Touch
Have a project in mind, or want to discuss ongoing overflow support? Get in touch and I’ll respond within one business day.