Business Details
Expert Legal Services in Liverpool
Morecrofts Solicitors is a distinguished legal practice serving clients across the Liverpool City Region with a legacy of excellence spanning over two centuries. Our firm combines traditional standards with modern client-centric approaches, delivering comprehensive legal solutions in family law, commercial law, property, and private client services. With a team of highly experienced solicitors and legal professionals, we prioritise integrity, client care, and tailored legal expertise to address the unique needs of individuals and businesses. Our commitment to transparency, professionalism, and ethical practice ensures clients receive reliable guidance and robust representation.We specialise in resolving complex legal challenges, from family disputes and commercial transactions to personal injury claims and estate planning. Our mission is to turn complexity into confidence, empowering clients to navigate legal matters with clarity and assurance. With multiple offices across Merseyside, we provide accessible, community-focused legal support while maintaining a reputation for excellence in both regional and national contexts.
Services
Family Law
Commercial Law
Property Solicitors
Private Client Services
Litigation
Personal Injury
Employment Law
Wills & Probate
Court of Protection
Debt Recovery
Highlights and features
- Over 200 years of combined legal experience in the Liverpool City Region
- Client-focused approach with dedicated solicitors in specialist practice areas
- Award-winning family law team trusted across the North West
- Free Business MOT to identify and address legal vulnerabilities
- Compassionate support for personal injury and clinical negligence claims
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA)
Services
Family Law
Our award-winning family law team specialises in divorce, child arrangements, domestic abuse cases, and financial settlements. We provide empathetic yet robust representation for matters including adoption, cohabitation disputes, and pre-nuptial agreements. With dedicated child law specialists, we prioritise the welfare of minors in care proceedings and special guardianship cases. Our solicitors combine legal expertise with compassionate support to guide clients through emotionally challenging situations while protecting their rights and interests.
Commercial Law
We offer comprehensive commercial law services including company formation, partnership agreements, business restructuring, and insolvency support. Our solicitors advise on commercial contracts, licensing applications, and dispute resolution while providing practical solutions for debt recovery and employment law matters. With expertise in mergers and acquisitions, we support businesses from startup phase through growth and succession planning, ensuring legal compliance and risk mitigation for organisations across Merseyside and beyond.
Property Law
Our property solicitors handle residential and commercial conveyancing, equity release schemes, and shared ownership arrangements. We specialise in landlord and tenant disputes, commercial lease agreements, and property litigation. The team provides expert guidance for property transactions, boundary disputes, and development projects, ensuring clients receive pragmatic advice that protects their property interests while navigating complex legal frameworks with efficiency and precision.
Private Client
We deliver specialist private client services including will writing, probate administration, and lasting powers of attorney. Our solicitors assist with inheritance tax planning, trust creation, and Court of Protection applications. With dedicated lifetime planning experts, we help clients protect assets, arrange care funding, and ensure smooth estate transitions while providing compassionate support during bereavement and complex probate matters.
Personal Injury
Our personal injury team handles road traffic accidents, clinical negligence cases, and workplace injuries with compassionate yet determined advocacy. We specialise in catastrophic injury claims including brain and spinal injuries while supporting clients through historical abuse compensation processes. With a focus on rehabilitation and financial recovery, we secure maximum compensation for medical expenses, lost earnings, and quality-of-life impacts through negotiated settlements or court proceedings.
People
Alison Lobb
Managing Partner
Alison leads Morecrofts Solicitors with a commitment to integrity and client care, overseeing strategic direction while maintaining hands-on involvement in complex cases. Her leadership ensures consistent delivery of high-quality legal services across all practice areas.
Rachel Burns
Family Partner
Rachel combines legal expertise with compassionate advocacy in family law matters, specialising in child protection cases and complex divorce settlements. She ensures clients receive practical solutions while maintaining emotional support throughout challenging family disputes.
David Parr
Business Management Partner
David focuses on empowering legal professionals to deliver exceptional client service, managing firm operations while maintaining strong relationships with corporate clients and professional networks across the region.
Carly Philp
Personal Injury Partner
Carly leads the personal injury team with a focus on catastrophic injury claims, providing empathetic representation for clients seeking compensation for medical negligence and serious accidents.
Peter Pownall
Property Partner
Peter specialises in commercial property law, guiding clients through complex transactions and lease agreements while maintaining a reputation as a trusted advisor in Merseyside's property sector.
Questions
What areas of law does Morecrofts specialise in?
We specialise in family law, commercial law, property law, private client services, litigation, and personal injury claims across Merseyside and surrounding areas.
Do you offer free initial legal consultations?
We provide a free Business MOT for commercial clients and initial consultations for many services - contact us to discuss your specific requirements.
Are your solicitors regulated and accredited?
Yes, we are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA number 484828) and maintain professional indemnity insurance for all practice areas.
Can you assist with urgent legal matters?
While we don't offer 24/7 emergency services, we prioritise urgent cases and aim to provide same-day responses to critical legal inquiries.
How do you handle complex litigation cases?
Our experienced dispute resolution team assesses case strengths, explores alternative dispute resolution options, and provides robust court representation when necessary across all our practice areas.
