Slater Heelis

Slater Heelis is a respected and experienced full-service law firm, highly ranked in Manchester and nationally on Review Solicitors. Recognised in the Times Top 200 UK law firms, Slater Heelis boasts award-winning departments, including Crime and Family, which highlight the firm's commitment to excellence and client satisfaction. As a client-focused firm with origins dating back over 250 years, Slater Heelis combines a rich history with a modern and forward-thinking approach.

Known for its progressive legal advice and exceptional service, the firm offers in-depth guidance across a broad range of legal services for both individuals and businesses. This dedication to excellence has earned Slater Heelis an outstanding reputation locally and nationally, guaranteeing clients the utmost professionalism and expertise. The firm is committed to understanding each client's unique needs and desired outcomes, applying innovative thinking to provide tailored legal solutions.

In May 2024, Slater Heelis became part of Lawfront, a network delivering legal services through leading regional law firms. Backed by private equity fund Blixt, Lawfront's vision is to build a high-quality national business focused on its people, retaining top talent to deliver the best possible service. This partnership supports Slater Heelis in achieving its growth ambitions through investments in people, technology, cross-group collaboration, and local acquisitions, with the backing of an experienced central team.

Diversity and inclusion are core values at Slater Heelis. The firm employs individuals from diverse backgrounds and supports equal opportunities in the workplace. As a corporate partner of the LGBT Foundation, with ten staff members trained as LGBT+ Champions, Slater Heelis ensures an inclusive environment for the LGBT+ community. The firm has been a signatory of the Law Society Diversity and Inclusion Charter since 2013.

With a longstanding reputation for delivering results and exceeding client expectations, Slater Heelis continues to be a leading law firm dedicated to excellence in legal services.

PRINCIPAL AREAS OF WORK:

Corporate Law:

Contact: Simon Wallwork, Partner & Head of Corporate and Commercial

Tel: 0161 672 1528 / [email protected]

■ Commercial, Corporate, Charities & Social Enterprise, Education, Healthcare, Life Sciences, Technology

Crime & Regulatory:

Contact: Rachel Fletcher, Managing Partner & Head of Crime and Regulatory

Tel: 0161 672 1544 / [email protected]

■ Business Crime, Dangerous Dog Offences, Criminal Defence, Road Traffic Offences, RSPCA Prosecution, Sexual Offences, Youth Crime, Police Station Representation, Assault, Regulatory Defence, Cyber Crime, Offensive Weapons

Dispute Resolution:

Contact: Chris Bishop, Senior Partner & Head of Dispute Resolution

Tel: 0161 672 1311 / [email protected]

■ Commercial Litigation, Contract Disputes, Corporate Insolvency, Debt Recovery, Landlord & Tenant Disputes, Neighbour & Boundary Disputes, Partnership, Director & Shareholder Disputes, Personal Bankruptcy, Professional Negligence, Property Litigation

Family Law:

Contact: Mark Heptinstall, Partner & Head of Family

Tel: 0161 672 1521 / [email protected]

■ Arbitration, Asset Tracking, Child Arrangements, Civil Partnership Dissolution, Cohabitation Agreements, Divorce & International Divorce, Financial Settlements, International Child Abduction, Judicial Separation, LGBT, Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements, Void & Voidable Marriages

Personal Injury:

Contact: Simon Adamson, Partner & Head of Personal Injury

Tel: 0161 672 1368 / [email protected]

■ Accidents Abroad, Accidents at Work, Accidents in Public Places, Birth Injury, Brain Injury, Cancer Claims, Road Traffic Accidents, Clinical Negligence, Cosmetic Surgery Negligence, Cycling Accidents, Dental Negligence, Fatal Accidents, GP Negligence, Motorcycle Accidents, Pothole Accidents, Serious Injury, Slips, Trips & Falls

Court of Protection:

Contact: Georgina Garner, Partner & Head of Court of Protection

Tel: 0161 672 1333 / [email protected]

■ Care Home Fees, Deputyship, Lasting Power of Attorney

Wills, Trusts & Probate:

Contact: Alex Sealy, Partner & Head of Wills and Probate

Tel: 0161 672 1334 / [email protected]

■ Contentious Probate & Will Disputes, Estate Planning & Asset Protection, Lasting Power of Attorney, Wills & Probate

Property (Commercial and Residential):

Contacts:

Zara Banday, Partner & Head of Residential Property

Tel: 0161 672 1445 / [email protected]

Will Henson, Partner & Head of Commercial Property

Tel: 0161 672 1514 / [email protected]

■ All aspects of Commercial & Residential Property, including Development, Purchase, Sale and Remortgaging

Employment:

Contact: Debbie Coyne, Partner & Head of Employment

Tel: 0161 362 1170 / [email protected]

■ Grievances, Disciplinaries, Discrimination, Redundancies, Absence Management, Business Acquisitions and TUPE, Employment Tribunal Claims, Contracts & Service Agreements, In-House Training, Settlement Agreements, Bullying & Harassment

Insolvency:

Contact: Nick Goodman, Partner & Head of Insolvency

Tel: 0161 362 1136 / [email protected]

■ Bankruptcy, Individual Voluntary Arrangements (IVAs), Company Voluntary Arrangements (CVAs), Administration, Liquidation, Restructuring and Recovery, Creditor services

Faith & Charities:

Contact: Andrew Middleton, Partner

Tel: 0161 537 4397 / [email protected]

■ Islamic Divorce, Fait Organisations & People of Faith, Charities & Social Enterprises, Sharia Compliant Wills, Sharia Compliant Court of Protection, Jewish Divorce