Harrison Drury Solicitors

An exciting future for clients, people and communities “Independence is at the heart of who we are. Retaining this ensures we can uphold our commitment to being a truly people-centred organisation. This enables our lawyers to enjoy the freedom of serving our clients – owner-managed businesses, entrepreneurs, and high-net-worth individuals – the way they know best.” Harrison Drury’s new Managing Partner Simon England discusses the firm’s future after leading a management buyout with five other partners. Read Simon’s comments in the full story on our website: https://bit.ly/3CWIlWG

Six partners lead Harrison Drury MBO It’s with huge pride and excitement we announce that Harrison Drury has been acquired by six members of our management team in a move that retains our independent ownership. The management buyout, led by Partner Simon England together with Partners Nick Booth, Hannah Hughes, Malcolm Ireland, Richard Life and Mark Traynor, starts an exciting new chapter for the firm. Former majority shareholder John Chesworth becomes Senior Partner and will continue to support the new ownership team. Full story here: https://bit.ly/3CWIlWG

Buying a brand-new home is an exciting milestone, but what happens if something goes wrong after you move in? William Marlow, Solicitor in our Construction team, breaks down the key features of a new home warranty, including the protection it offers against certain defects for up to 10 years and how to make a claim. Read more: https://bit.ly/41qMr2v

We're delighted to welcome Sophie Mahood, Solicitor who joins our Commercial Property team. Based at our Preston office, Sophie will advise clients on a range of diverse commercial property matters, including acquisitions, disposals, and secured lending. Sophie will also act for lenders in property finance and refinancing and work with the firm’s corporate team to provide Commercial Property support for mergers and acquisitions. Welcome to HD Sophie! Read more: https://bit.ly/4i84xfp

Join us on Thursday 27th of February at Cappuvino Bar & Restaurant in Lancaster for our Last Thursday networking event. It is a great chance for like-minded local professionals and business to catch up over a drink and a light bite. This month is kindly sponsored by Harrison Drury Solicitor's. We hope to see you there!

Commercial Property Landlords and Agents Join us for our free breakfast seminars where our Land & Property Dispute Resolution team will guide you through the Lifecycle of a Lease. Whether you’re negotiating, managing a lease of commercial property, or coming up to and after expiry of a lease, our expert solicitors will cover everything you need to know, plus offer practical tips for handling any tricky issues that arise along the way. Preston: Thursday 27th February, 8.30am – 10.30am Kendal: Tuesday 4th March, 8.30am – 10.30am Spots are limited, so secure your place today. For more information or to book, please email Ellie at ellie.copp@harrison-drury.com or call 01772 374627. Ros Monk, Colin Fenny, Joseph M., Luke Holden

We were delighted to sponsor the Pub of the Year Award at the Lancashire Tourism Awards earlier this week. A huge congratulations to all the finalists, and to the Pub of the Year winner, The Black Bull Old Langho. The evening was a true celebration of the incredible businesses in the hospitality and tourism sector. It was fantastic to see so many outstanding local establishments recognised. A big thank you to Marketing Lancashire for hosting such a great event. #LTA24

NATIONAL APPRENTICESHIP WEEK 2025 From day one, Harrison Drury apprentices contribute to real client work, building practical legal skills and learning to navigate the challenges of the profession. Tom Connell, Apprentice Solicitor, shares how these experiences help lay the foundation for lifelong success. A huge thank you to our apprentices for their dedication and the fresh perspectives they bring to the firm. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/3Cufrwe #NAW2025

NATIONAL APPRENTICESHIP WEEK 2025 At Harrison Drury, our apprentices benefit from the guidance of experienced mentors who are committed to helping them grow, both personally and professionally. April-Jayne Barnes Assoc CIPD, HR Manager at Harrison Drury, shares how through one-on-one support, they develop confidence, resilience, and skills they’ll carry throughout their careers. A huge thanks to the mentors and their incredible role in shaping the future of legal professionals. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/3Cufrwe #NAW2025

NATIONAL APPRENTICESHIP WEEK 2025 At Harrison Drury, we’re proud to provide apprentices with an environment that encourages learning, collaboration, and professional growth. The skills they develop during this journey prepare them not just for qualification, but for a fulfilling legal career. Here’s to creating a space where future solicitors thrive and grow for life. Rachael McDonagh, who qualified as a Solicitor in 2023, discusses her journey. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/3Cufrwe #NAW2025