Freelance Lawyer Rates 2026

What does a freelance lawyer cost in 2026? For General Counsel who regularly engage freelance lawyers, up-to-date benchmarks are invaluable. Because how do you know if a proposed rate is in line with the market?

Understanding whether a rate is market-aligned is a recurring question from legal teams. That is why we publish a report every six months on the average hourly rates of freelance lawyers and attorneys in the Netherlands, so you can make informed decisions based on real data.

A preview:

€ 162,- for interim assignments
€ 211,- for on-demand, billable work

Curious about the full breakdown and what it means for your team? Download the report below. 

Over de auteur(s)

Marijn Rooijmans | Lawyerlinq
Maarten Hagen | Lawyerlinq