Slater Heelis
UK Guide 2024
About
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 almost 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: Elizabeth Wilkinson, Partner & Head of Dispute Resolution
Tel: 0161 672 1437 / [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: Sally Tomlinson, Associate Partner
Tel: 0161 672 1414 / [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
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- Manchester86 Deansgate , Manchester, Lancashire, UK, M3 2ER
- Web: www.slaterheelis.co.uk
- Tel: 0161 835 3681
- Fax: 0161 833 0556
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Articles, highlights and press releases
29 items provided by Slater Heelis
Impacts of the possible abolition of Section 21 on the rental sector
Back in 2019, the Conservative Party Manifesto pledged to introduce a Renters’ Reform Bill that would, amongst other things, eliminate Section 21 accelerated possession claims from UK law.
SOFTWARE INNOVATOR SOLD TO LISTED US GROUP
A Greater Manchester software and technology provider has been acquired by a NASDAQ-listed firm. Grant Thornton UK LLP's corporate finance team has advised on the international sale of KMP Associates.
Top 10: Ways to avoid legal problems from supply woes
Law firm Slater Heelis on how to avoid supply chain legal conflict in times of supply disruption, rampant inflation and geopolitical instability
Slater Heelis crowned winners at Manchester Legal Awards
Slater Heelis has been crowned winners at this year’s coveted Manchester Legal Awards which recognise and reward the crème de la crème in the industry across 21 hotly contested categories.
Navigating the medtech funding landscape
Simon Wallwork, partner and head of the corporate and commercial team at Slater Heelis, shares his advice for medtech companies at all stages of their development - from attracting investment and funding to taking the steps from start-up to scaleup to ultimately, a listed company.
Money Talk: 'My neighbour keeps using my bin to fly-tip, are they breaking the law?'
Someone using your bin without permission is more than unneighbourly, it's illegal, and the perpetrator can be fined or even sued for breaking the law in this way
Rise in clauses added to wills to control wealth after death
Rise in such 'trust clauses' or conditions for how an inheritance must be paid DIY will-writing services make it easier for people to include wacky demands One in ten wills created on FreeWills.co.uk sees someone deliberately left out Typically this is estranged children but can also be spouses
Black Friday Buyers should avoid 'overlooking' common problem-could lead to 'deals falling through"
SELLING a property can be a stressful experience and homeowners will want to ensure they get the best possible price. However, something in the garden could be jeopardising a profitable sale and lead to "deals falling through".
My ex was convicted of fraud and hasn't paid for our mortgage in years
My ex was convicted of fraud and hasn't paid for our mortgage in years, but now our five-year fix is ending and he won't agree a remortgage: What can I do? A reader took out a joint mortgage with her ex-husband years ago He was convicted of fraud and hasn't paid in years, leaving her low on funds
SLATER HEELIS APPOINTS NEW PARTNER TO ITS FAMILY LAW TEAM
Leading Manchester-based law firm, Slater Heelis, has appointed Vicki McLynn as a new Partner to its family law team.
SLATER HEELIS ENGAGED BY RUGBY LEAGUE WORLD CUP 2021
Manchester-based has been engaged by The Rugby League World Cup 2021 to provide advice, assistance and representation should it be required over the course of the competition.
SLATER HEELIS REACH TOP 200 STATUS WITH THE TIMES NEWSPAPER
Slater Heelis Solicitors has reached a coveted milestone featuring in The Times newspaper’s Top 200 list of Best Law Firms 2022.
WILL I GET ARRESTED FOR POSTING ABOUT DRUGS ON SOCIAL MEDIA?
The pics most likely to land you in prison aren't what you think.
SOLICITORS ANSWER COMMON QUESTIONS EVERYONE THINKS, BUT NEVER ASKS
We asked four of our solicitors to each answer a question that everyone is thinking, but nobody asks.
SLATER HEELIS ADVISES ON AIM ENTRY FOR BIOTECH DEVELOPING NEXT-GENERATION CANCER THERAPIES
BiVictriX floats on AIM with gross proceeds of £7.5m and market capitalisation at £13.2m
FOOTBALL PROVOKED DOMESTIC VIOLENCE - WHAT VICTIMS CAN DO TO LEGALLY PROTECT THEMSELVES
According to statistics from the National Centre for Domestic Violence (NCDV), when the national team plays, domestic violence in England increases by a staggering 26 per cent. If the team loses, the figure is even higher as crimes surge by 38 per cent.
WITH A RISE IN PEOPLE LOOKING TO PREPARE A WILL, IT'S TIME TO DISPEL THE MYTHS
According to official public records, enquiries regarding Wills in the UK have increased by 75 per cent since the outbreak of the global pandemic.
LOUISE RICHARDSON BOLSTERS SLATER HEELIS' FAMILY TEAM AS CONSULTANT SOLICITOR
Leading North-West law firm, Slater Heelis, has welcomed Louise Richardson as its consultant solicitor.
POTHOLE PERILS FOR CYCLISTS – LEGAL ADVICE FROM SLATER HEELIS
In the last five years, 10 cyclist deaths and 178 serious injuries have been attributed to road defects in Great Britain, according to research by Cycling UK.
DOG ATTACKS SET TO RISE WITH COSTLY IMPLICATIONS FOR OWNERS
Dangerous dog attacks are set to rise warn experts with many pet owners seemingly unaware of the legal implications on themselves. Dog attacks can have both costly and serious legal ramifications for owners with insufficient insurance to cover the injuries and damage that their dogs may cause to oth
SLATER HEELIS ISSUES WARNING OVER THE NEED FOR LEGAL PROTECTION FOLLOWING KATE GARRAWAY DOCUMENTARY
In response to the heart-breaking documentary that followed the plight of Kate Garraway as her husband Derek Draper continues his year-long fight against Covid-19; the experts at Slater Heelis Solicitors are urging people to review their affairs to avoid the unnecessary upset and distress that Kate
POSITIVE NEWS FOR HOMEBUYERS BUT MORE CLARITY NEEDED WARNS SLATER HEELIS
The housing market should be buoyant thanks to Chancellor Rishi Sunak’s Spring Budget, but Slater Heelis Solicitors have warned that until there is more clarity in the details, sellers and purchasers should still aim for a 31st March deal to be done.
SLATER HEELIS JOINS FORCES WITH RUGBY LEAGUE CARES
Law Firm Slater Heelis has signed a sponsorship deal to support the Rugby League Cares charity for three years.
PARENTS REMAIN UNDER PRESSURE TO WORK WITH HOME SCHOOL FOLLOWING LATEST GOVERNMENT ANNOUNCEMENT
Employers asking employees to work ’sliding hours’ in order to bypass furlough scheme.
BATTLELINES ARE DRAWN AS LOCKDOWN PRESENTS NEW CHALLENGES FOR PARENTS
Parents are being urged to draw on their resilience and resolve when struggling to agree over what should happen with their children during the latest lockdown.
VACCINE ROLL-OUT QUADRUPLES NORTH-WEST BUSINESS
“CoolMed – one of the unsung heroes of the UK vaccine roll-out”.
LAW FIRM MAKES 11 NEW HIRES AFTER STRONG 2021 START
Eleven new recruits join Manchester-based Slater Heelis within 6 months
KATHARINE MELLOR WINS LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
Manchester Law Society’s first female President takes home Manchester Legal Awards’ prestigious award.
EXPERTS WARN OF HIDDEN MENACE THAT COULD SCUPPER STAMP DUTY HOLIDAY DEALS
Industry experts have come together to warn the property industry of a hidden menace that could jeopardise property transactions ahead of the June stamp duty holiday deadline: Japanese knotweed.
Impacts of the possible abolition of Section 21 on the rental sector
Back in 2019, the Conservative Party Manifesto pledged to introduce a Renters’ Reform Bill that would, amongst other things, eliminate Section 21 accelerated possession claims from UK law.
SOFTWARE INNOVATOR SOLD TO LISTED US GROUP
A Greater Manchester software and technology provider has been acquired by a NASDAQ-listed firm. Grant Thornton UK LLP's corporate finance team has advised on the international sale of KMP Associates.
Top 10: Ways to avoid legal problems from supply woes
Law firm Slater Heelis on how to avoid supply chain legal conflict in times of supply disruption, rampant inflation and geopolitical instability
Slater Heelis crowned winners at Manchester Legal Awards
Slater Heelis has been crowned winners at this year’s coveted Manchester Legal Awards which recognise and reward the crème de la crème in the industry across 21 hotly contested categories.
Navigating the medtech funding landscape
Simon Wallwork, partner and head of the corporate and commercial team at Slater Heelis, shares his advice for medtech companies at all stages of their development - from attracting investment and funding to taking the steps from start-up to scaleup to ultimately, a listed company.
Money Talk: 'My neighbour keeps using my bin to fly-tip, are they breaking the law?'
Someone using your bin without permission is more than unneighbourly, it's illegal, and the perpetrator can be fined or even sued for breaking the law in this way
Rise in clauses added to wills to control wealth after death
Rise in such 'trust clauses' or conditions for how an inheritance must be paid DIY will-writing services make it easier for people to include wacky demands One in ten wills created on FreeWills.co.uk sees someone deliberately left out Typically this is estranged children but can also be spouses
Black Friday Buyers should avoid 'overlooking' common problem-could lead to 'deals falling through"
SELLING a property can be a stressful experience and homeowners will want to ensure they get the best possible price. However, something in the garden could be jeopardising a profitable sale and lead to "deals falling through".
My ex was convicted of fraud and hasn't paid for our mortgage in years
My ex was convicted of fraud and hasn't paid for our mortgage in years, but now our five-year fix is ending and he won't agree a remortgage: What can I do? A reader took out a joint mortgage with her ex-husband years ago He was convicted of fraud and hasn't paid in years, leaving her low on funds
SLATER HEELIS APPOINTS NEW PARTNER TO ITS FAMILY LAW TEAM
Leading Manchester-based law firm, Slater Heelis, has appointed Vicki McLynn as a new Partner to its family law team.
SLATER HEELIS ENGAGED BY RUGBY LEAGUE WORLD CUP 2021
Manchester-based has been engaged by The Rugby League World Cup 2021 to provide advice, assistance and representation should it be required over the course of the competition.
SLATER HEELIS REACH TOP 200 STATUS WITH THE TIMES NEWSPAPER
Slater Heelis Solicitors has reached a coveted milestone featuring in The Times newspaper’s Top 200 list of Best Law Firms 2022.
WILL I GET ARRESTED FOR POSTING ABOUT DRUGS ON SOCIAL MEDIA?
The pics most likely to land you in prison aren't what you think.
SOLICITORS ANSWER COMMON QUESTIONS EVERYONE THINKS, BUT NEVER ASKS
We asked four of our solicitors to each answer a question that everyone is thinking, but nobody asks.
SLATER HEELIS ADVISES ON AIM ENTRY FOR BIOTECH DEVELOPING NEXT-GENERATION CANCER THERAPIES
BiVictriX floats on AIM with gross proceeds of £7.5m and market capitalisation at £13.2m
FOOTBALL PROVOKED DOMESTIC VIOLENCE - WHAT VICTIMS CAN DO TO LEGALLY PROTECT THEMSELVES
According to statistics from the National Centre for Domestic Violence (NCDV), when the national team plays, domestic violence in England increases by a staggering 26 per cent. If the team loses, the figure is even higher as crimes surge by 38 per cent.
WITH A RISE IN PEOPLE LOOKING TO PREPARE A WILL, IT'S TIME TO DISPEL THE MYTHS
According to official public records, enquiries regarding Wills in the UK have increased by 75 per cent since the outbreak of the global pandemic.
LOUISE RICHARDSON BOLSTERS SLATER HEELIS' FAMILY TEAM AS CONSULTANT SOLICITOR
Leading North-West law firm, Slater Heelis, has welcomed Louise Richardson as its consultant solicitor.
POTHOLE PERILS FOR CYCLISTS – LEGAL ADVICE FROM SLATER HEELIS
In the last five years, 10 cyclist deaths and 178 serious injuries have been attributed to road defects in Great Britain, according to research by Cycling UK.
DOG ATTACKS SET TO RISE WITH COSTLY IMPLICATIONS FOR OWNERS
Dangerous dog attacks are set to rise warn experts with many pet owners seemingly unaware of the legal implications on themselves. Dog attacks can have both costly and serious legal ramifications for owners with insufficient insurance to cover the injuries and damage that their dogs may cause to oth
SLATER HEELIS ISSUES WARNING OVER THE NEED FOR LEGAL PROTECTION FOLLOWING KATE GARRAWAY DOCUMENTARY
In response to the heart-breaking documentary that followed the plight of Kate Garraway as her husband Derek Draper continues his year-long fight against Covid-19; the experts at Slater Heelis Solicitors are urging people to review their affairs to avoid the unnecessary upset and distress that Kate
POSITIVE NEWS FOR HOMEBUYERS BUT MORE CLARITY NEEDED WARNS SLATER HEELIS
The housing market should be buoyant thanks to Chancellor Rishi Sunak’s Spring Budget, but Slater Heelis Solicitors have warned that until there is more clarity in the details, sellers and purchasers should still aim for a 31st March deal to be done.
SLATER HEELIS JOINS FORCES WITH RUGBY LEAGUE CARES
Law Firm Slater Heelis has signed a sponsorship deal to support the Rugby League Cares charity for three years.
PARENTS REMAIN UNDER PRESSURE TO WORK WITH HOME SCHOOL FOLLOWING LATEST GOVERNMENT ANNOUNCEMENT
Employers asking employees to work ’sliding hours’ in order to bypass furlough scheme.
BATTLELINES ARE DRAWN AS LOCKDOWN PRESENTS NEW CHALLENGES FOR PARENTS
Parents are being urged to draw on their resilience and resolve when struggling to agree over what should happen with their children during the latest lockdown.
VACCINE ROLL-OUT QUADRUPLES NORTH-WEST BUSINESS
“CoolMed – one of the unsung heroes of the UK vaccine roll-out”.
LAW FIRM MAKES 11 NEW HIRES AFTER STRONG 2021 START
Eleven new recruits join Manchester-based Slater Heelis within 6 months
KATHARINE MELLOR WINS LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
Manchester Law Society’s first female President takes home Manchester Legal Awards’ prestigious award.
EXPERTS WARN OF HIDDEN MENACE THAT COULD SCUPPER STAMP DUTY HOLIDAY DEALS
Industry experts have come together to warn the property industry of a hidden menace that could jeopardise property transactions ahead of the June stamp duty holiday deadline: Japanese knotweed.