Business Details
Your Trusted Commercial Law Partner in Blackburn
Taylors Solicitors Legal Services is a dynamic commercial law firm with offices in Manchester and Blackburn, Lancashire. Our team of experienced solicitors provides high-quality legal solutions tailored to client business priorities, combining city-level expertise with local accessibility. We specialise in commercial law, employment law, intellectual property, and insolvency, serving clients across the UK and beyond. Our approach blends practical legal advice with strategic business insight, supported by a track record of successful cases in complex commercial disputes. We maintain strong client relationships through transparent communication, proactive problem-solving, and a commitment to delivering cost-effective outcomes.Our lawyers, trained in national law firms, bring sector-specific knowledge to address evolving business challenges. We prioritise timely resolution of legal matters while maintaining compliance with Solicitors Regulation Authority standards. Our firm's growth reflects our ability to adapt to changing market conditions while maintaining consistent service quality. We actively support clients through regulatory investigations, commercial transactions, and employment law matters. Our ten service principles ensure clients receive reliable, commercially astute legal counsel aligned with their operational needs.
Services
Commercial Law
Employment Law
Intellectual Property
Insolvency
Business Restructuring
Regulatory Investigations
Shareholder Disputes
Commercial Property
Trading Agreements
Employment Tribunals
Highlights and features
- We provide city-standard legal expertise with local accessibility
- Our team trained in major national law firms brings sector-specific knowledge
- Proven track record in complex commercial dispute resolution
- Tailored legal advice aligned with business priorities
- Recognised specialists in intellectual property and regulatory compliance
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
- Anti Copying In Design (ACID)
What people say
Highest quality service
Practical approach to issues
Exceeded expectations
Professionalism and diligence
Consistent expertise across team
Services
Commercial Law
Our commercial law practice provides strategic legal guidance for business transactions and disputes. We specialise in structuring commercial agreements, resolving trading disputes, and advising on corporate governance matters. Our solicitors combine legal expertise with business acumen to deliver practical solutions that protect client interests while supporting commercial objectives. Clients benefit from our experience in handling cross-border transactions and complex contractual negotiations.
Employment Law
We offer comprehensive employment law services covering workplace disputes, contract drafting, and regulatory compliance. Our specialists provide practical guidance on employee relations, disciplinary procedures, and tribunal representation. The team's expertise includes GDPR compliance, redundancy processes, and workplace discrimination claims. Clients receive proactive advice to mitigate legal risks while maintaining positive employment relationships.
Intellectual Property
Our intellectual property practice protects clients' creative assets through strategic IP management. We handle trademark registrations, copyright infringement cases, and licensing agreements. The team has particular expertise in design rights and anti-counterfeiting measures, supported by our ACID membership. We combine legal enforcement with commercial strategies to maximise the value of intellectual property portfolios.
Insolvency
We provide specialist insolvency advice for businesses, creditors, and insolvency practitioners. Our services include corporate rescue strategies, liquidation processes, and creditor dispute resolution. The team has extensive experience in navigating complex insolvency legislation to protect client assets. We focus on achieving practical outcomes through restructuring or formal insolvency procedures.
Business Restructuring
Our restructuring services help businesses navigate financial challenges through strategic reorganisation. We advise on debt restructuring, operational reorganisation, and turnaround strategies. The team works closely with insolvency practitioners and financial advisors to develop viable recovery plans. We focus on preserving business continuity while addressing financial distress through legally sound approaches.
People
Tony Catterall
Senior Partner
Specialist in intellectual property law with extensive experience in commercial disputes and shareholder conflicts. Leads our ACID-affiliated IP practice, combining legal expertise with strategic business advice for creative industries.
Elaine Hurn
Managing Partner
Commercial law expert with deep knowledge of trading agreements and business transactions. Oversees our corporate law practice, providing strategic guidance on commercial contracts and business restructuring solutions.
Andrew Livesey
Partner
Insolvency specialist with significant experience in corporate recovery and debt restructuring. Advises businesses and creditors on complex insolvency matters, combining legal expertise with practical financial solutions.
Claire Barnes
Partner
Regulatory investigations expert with focus on competition law compliance. Leads our enforcement response team, advising businesses facing trading standards investigations and regulatory enforcement actions.
Matthew Catterall
Corporate Partner
Corporate transactions lawyer specialising in business acquisitions and commercial agreements. Provides strategic legal advice on corporate governance and commercial contract negotiations for growing businesses.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We focus on commercial law, employment law, intellectual property, insolvency, and business restructuring. Our specialists also handle regulatory investigations and shareholder disputes.
Which geographic areas do you serve?
We operate from Blackburn and Manchester, serving clients across Lancashire, Cumbria, Cheshire, and throughout the UK with nationwide legal representation.
How do you handle commercial disputes?
We employ a strategic approach combining legal expertise with commercial awareness, prioritising early resolution while preparing robust litigation strategies for complex cases.
Can you assist with insolvency matters?
Our insolvency team advises businesses, creditors, and practitioners on restructuring options, liquidation processes, and creditor dispute resolution under UK insolvency legislation.
Do you offer intellectual property protection?
Yes, we provide comprehensive IP services including trademark registration, copyright enforcement, and anti-counterfeiting strategies through our ACID-affiliated practice.
