smart Legal

A commercial, practical approach to legal, designed for how businesses actually operate.

We work with founders and leadership teams navigating real business challenges, where decisions need to be made quickly and with confidence.

Our approach is direct, responsive and commercially grounded, providing clear legal support that helps you move forward, not slow you down.

The People Behind true counsel

True Counsel is led by Bitesh and Amy, combining senior legal expertise with a strong commercial perspective.

Working closely with founders and leadership teams, they provide clear, practical legal support shaped by real business experience.

Their approach is collaborative, grounded and focused on building strong client relationships.

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    Bitesh Solanky

    FOUNDER & GENERAL COUNSEL

    A qualified lawyer with extensive experience supporting high growth and established businesses across commercial, operational and strategic legal matters.

    Bitesh has led legal functions within complex, fast-moving organisations including overseeing transactions exceeding £150m, supporting private equity activity, and guiding businesses through periods of significant growth and change.

    He is known for his commercially grounded approach, working closely with leadership teams to provide clear, practical input that supports decision-making and keeps businesses moving forward.

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    AMY TABBERER

    COMMERCIAL DIRECTOR

    Amy leads business development and client relationships at True Counsel, working closely with founders and leadership teams to understand what they need and how legal can best support their business.

    She brings a strong commercial lens, ensuring everything is clear, relevant and aligned with real priorities.

    Her role is to make legal easier to navigate, giving clients clarity, confidence and a better overall experience.

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Access To The Right Expertise

Where more specialised expertise is required, we draw on a trusted network of carefully selected lawyers.

Everything remains coordinated through us, so you get the right support, without added complexity.