Hugh James

Business Details

Your Trusted Legal Partner in Cardiff

We are a leading, full-service UK law firm driven by core values of courage, commitment, and contribution. Established with a focus on solving complex legal challenges, we protect businesses, individuals, and communities while prioritising sustainability and ethical practice. Our team of specialists operates across multiple sectors, including construction, healthcare, and social housing, with a client-centric approach that combines legal expertise and strategic insight.

With offices in Cardiff, London, Manchester, Plymouth, and Southampton, we serve clients nationwide, offering tailored solutions for both corporate and individual needs. Our dual regulation by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and Financial Conduct Authority underscores our dedication to professionalism and client trust.

Services

Commercial Law Dispute Resolution Employment Tribunal Estate Administration Motoring Offences Personal Injury Claims Residential Property Trusts Charities Law Construction Law

Highlights and features

We are a leading UK law firm with nationwide offices and sector-specific expertise.
Our dual regulation by SRA and FCA ensures the highest professional standards.
We prioritise client relationships through a collaborative, solution-focused approach.
Specialist teams handle complex cases in construction, healthcare, and social housing.
Committed to community impact through charity partnerships and sustainable practices.

Associations and certifications

Solicitors Regulation Authority
Financial Conduct Authority

What people say

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Services

Commercial Law

We provide expert commercial legal advice to businesses, covering contracts, compliance, and dispute resolution. Our team ensures clients navigate complex regulatory environments with confidence. With sector-specific knowledge, we deliver strategic solutions tailored to corporate needs.

Dispute Resolution

Our dispute resolution team handles complex legal conflicts, including commercial, employment, and property disputes. Focused on achieving favourable outcomes, we combine negotiation skills with courtroom expertise. Clients benefit from proactive strategies to minimise risks and resolve conflicts efficiently.

Personal Injury Claims

We specialise in personal injury claims, including medical negligence and workplace accidents. Our approach prioritises client recovery while securing fair compensation. With experience in high-value cases, we advocate for victims' rights with empathy and legal precision.

Trusts

Our trusts and estates service offers tailored advice on tax planning, inheritance, and trust management. We assist individuals and trustees in creating and administering trusts to protect assets. Solutions include bare trusts, discretionary trusts, and tax-efficient strategies for long-term financial security.

Construction Law

We advise on construction projects, including PPP/PFI schemes and MIM contracts. Our expertise spans contract negotiations, regulatory compliance, and dispute resolution. Clients receive end-to-end legal support for infrastructure and development projects, ensuring timely and cost-effective outcomes.

People

Alun Jones

Managing Partner

Alun Jones leads Hugh James as Managing Partner, overseeing business strategy and operations. With extensive legal experience, he drives the firm's growth and commitment to client excellence.

Stephen Webber

Partner

Stephen Webber heads the Individual Clients division, specialising in medical negligence cases. His expertise includes cerebral palsy and spinal injury claims, focusing on high-value litigation for private clients.

Ioan Prydderch

Partner

Ioan Prydderch leads the Business Clients division and Construction team. With 20 years' experience, he advises on complex construction projects and disputes, particularly in Wales and the UK.

Gwen Morgan-Evans

Partner

Gwen Morgan-Evans heads environmental claims, representing communities in pollution cases. A leading environmental lawyer, she has secured compensation for thousands of claimants through group actions.

Peter Hurn

Partner

Peter Hurn leads the property team, negotiating major commercial leases. He oversees real estate transactions and planning law, contributing to Wales' largest property deals.

Questions

What areas of law does Hugh James specialise in?

We specialise in commercial law, dispute resolution, personal injury claims, trusts, and construction law, serving businesses and individuals nationwide.

Are Hugh James regulated by legal authorities?

Yes, we are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) and Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), ensuring professional standards.

Do you offer services outside the UK?

Our primary focus is the UK, though we handle cross-border cases through partnerships and international expertise.

What charity work does Hugh James support?

We partner with local and national charities through fundraising, volunteering, and pro bono legal support, prioritising community impact.

Reviews (6)

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Ivor Uren

Dec 29, 2021 Report

I used this shambles when fighting the NHS about CHC funding that was denied my Mother. It took 3 years for this outfit to get the case to an National Panel Review with the NHS. During those three years I had to chase them regularly and had at least 5 "solicitors" what ever they described themselves as, deal with my case. There was NO CONTINUITY. At the NHS panel review and "remember I am not a solicitor" but was represented by one of this lot, anyway, at the panel the Clinical Commissioning Group Representative stated "We at k####ow clinical commissioning group can not guarantee the security,

Grace Rogerson

Dec 14, 2021 Report

Positive:Professionalism,Responsiveness
Joe Brophy was very helpful and professional regarding advice on an Estate matter. I would have no hesitation in employing Joe for any future issues that may arise. Fantastic service.

Laura Greenwood

Dec 03, 2021 Report

Mark Harvey & team (with a special mention to Sophie Nicol) could not have been more helpful, supportive, thorough & efficient in their approach to my case. They were always available at a moment's notice (usually managing to reply almost instantly to my messages no matter what random day or time I might have sent them!) & gave the time & patience needed to address any queries or concerns I had. Their manner was always extremely professional but also warm & approachable throughout, they took the time to understand my perspective & I had the impression they are the kind of people to leave no stone

Brian Butcher

Nov 15, 2021 Report

I was referred to this firm by Virgin money and subsequently received a text requesting that I return some documents that I'd never received. I then tried several times to contact them and discuss the issue. I eventually called their main head office to explain my issue and was told that I would probably need to wait at least 20 minutes to be able to speak to someone in the department I needed. I did once manage to get my call answered but no-one spoke on the other end. Still trying....with little joy!!!

Roy Roy

Oct 24, 2021 Report

Hugh James solicitors afforded me closure over an NFCI matter which continued to cause me mental anguish as the years went by. They're service felt bespoke, they were understanding and appropriate at all times. I got 100% pure quality service.
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Matthew Hobbs

Oct 16, 2021 Report

Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Hugh James handled my recent house purchase and I have to say the quality of service from our solicitor, Richard Jones, was excellent throughout. He was very professional, took the time to advise us when we had questions, and did a great job of pushing our sale through to completion quickly. I would highly recommend this company.