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Local solicitors backed by national expertise
Our office is one of the top law firms in Bristol. We provide legal services to businesses, organisations, government departments, families and people throughout life and in business. Our Bristol solicitors offer a wide range of services to owner-managed businesses, SMEs, start-ups and some of the most discerning private clients across the Southwest and beyond.
The largest legal centre outside London, Bristol attracts top legal talent from UWE, the University of Bristol and the University of Law. Bristol is renowned for its creative, independent spirit and diverse culture. Voted as one of the best cities to start a business, Bristol is home to an exciting mix of start-ups, established SMEs and household names and our Bristol solicitors advise them all.
Our legal experts pride themselves on standing out from the crowd and helping people make big life decisions, navigate change and limit risk.
Our Bristol law firm is based at One Temple Quay, at the heart of the city, near to Bristol Temple Meads Station, meaning our team is perfectly placed to support businesses and individuals across the South West. One Temple Quay is a short walk from the station and there are several parking options nearby, flexible appointments are available online or in-person depending on preference.
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Our Solicitors in Bristol
Richard Hill
Partner & Head of Bristol
Paul Hardman
Partner
James Myatt
Partner
Nick Jones
Partner - Employment
John Tunnard
Legal Director
Emma Burnett
Associate
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Helping people make big life decisions, navigate change and limit risk is what we pride ourselves on
Located in the heart of Bristol city centre, our dedicated team of solicitors and legal professionals offer a full range of legal services to individual private client matters, and commercial businesses across the South West. With more than 300 years of history providing leading legal services to the local area, we’re delighted to be part of the Shakespeare Martineau family following the merger of GL Law (Gregg Latchams LLP) in September 2022.
As one of Bristol’s leading law firms, at Shakespeare Martineau we’re proud of the service we offer all our clients and how we help them navigate their professional and personal lives, and our Bristol office is no different. All our solicitors are legal experts in their field to deliver professional advice with whatever legal service you may need.
Our office is located in the heart of the city and is easily accessible with bus, rail and water taxi links all within a short walk, as well as numerous options for car parking. All our appointments are flexible and we’d be delighted to meet you in person, speak on the phone or via video call. If you have any specific requirements about your appointment, please mention this to any of our team and we’ll be glad to help.
The Southwest is renowned for its creative, independent spirit and diverse culture and we’ve been acting for owner-managed businesses, SMEs, start-ups and some of the most discerning private clients across the Southwest and beyond for more than 300 years.
Richard Hill
Partner & Head of Bristol
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Welcome to our Bristol office, one of our 12 office hubs across the UK.
Conveniently located in the heart of the city, our Bristol team offers a comprehensive range of services to meet the varied needs of individuals and businesses.
For individual clients, we provide legal support throughout life’s key stages—from family matters, estate planning, and personal injury claims to residential property transactions and wealth management. Our team of dedicated experts ensures that each service is tailored to your unique circumstances, delivering guidance and expertise when it matters most.
For business clients, we offer a wide array of services designed to navigate today’s dynamic commercial landscape. From corporate law, employment matters, and commercial real estate to regulatory compliance and dispute resolution, our experienced professionals are ready to support businesses across all sectors.
Whether you’re a new venture or a well-established company, we work closely with you to provide strategic advice that aligns with your objectives.
Our Bristol office is a key part of our national practice, allowing us to deliver exceptional client service, with a focus on innovation, quality, and results.
Our Bristol office is well-equipped to handle property law issues specific to the city’s vibrant and evolving market.
Our team provides expert advice on commercial and residential property transactions, development projects, leasing, and regulatory matters, ensuring that clients can navigate Bristol’s dynamic property landscape with confidence.
In addition, we collaborate closely with Marrons, our multidisciplinary planning consultancy, on a number of the city’s significant development projects.
Yes, we provide comprehensive employment law services for employers. Our team advises on matters such as contracts, workplace policies, disciplinary procedures, redundancy, and disputes, helping businesses stay compliant with regulations and effectively manage their workforce. We regularly represent client in the Employment Tribunal.
Our firm is deeply committed to supporting the Bristol community through a range of initiatives.
We partner with LawWorks, providing pro bono legal advice to individuals, small charities, and not-for-profit organisations, helping to increase access to justice. Additionally, we have strong partnerships with local schools, offering mentorship programs, career workshops, and support for young people aspiring to pursue legal careers.
Our team is also actively involved in charitable work, regularly volunteering and fundraising for local causes to make a positive impact in the community we proudly serve.
Our solicitors are well-equipped to handle various services such as family law, wealth management, wills & probate, property conveyancing, commercial property development, dispute resolution and much more. To find out how we can help you, simply fill out your details on our contact form, and we will aim to contact you back within 2 hours.
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Gregg Latchams (GL Law) merged with Shakespeare Martineau in 2022, which helped expand our geographical footprint into Bristol and the Southwest.
Shakespeare Martineau is a leading full-service UK law firm, providing legal services to businesses, organisations, government departments, families and people throughout life and in business.
