Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
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Your Trusted Legal Partner in Ilford
Edwards Duthie Shamash has provided specialist legal assistance for over 120 years to individuals, families, and businesses. Our firm is regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, and many of our lawyers are on specialist Law Society panels and professional bodies. We serve clients throughout England and Wales, combining a long tradition of community involvement with a commitment to delivering clear and straightforward legal advice. Our teams of solicitors offer a comprehensive range of legal services, focusing on client needs and establishing lasting relationships. With offices in Stratford, Waterloo, Wanstead, and Ilford, we provide accessible support for diverse legal matters.Our lawyers are consistently recognised in legal directories such as Chambers and Partners and Legal 500 for their expertise and client-focused approach. We pride ourselves on offering specialist knowledge and experience across commercial property, criminal law, family law, and more. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our track record of successful case outcomes and positive client testimonials. We operate with transparency, no hidden fees, and a dedication to resolving complex legal challenges efficiently. Our firm continues to evolve while maintaining the values of integrity, professionalism, and community service that have defined us for over a century.
Services
Commercial Property
Criminal Law
Family Law
Dispute Resolution
Wills and Probate
Personal Injury
Housing and Social Welfare
Medical Negligence
Employment Law
Court of Protection
Details
- Year established: 1905
Highlights and features
- We have over 120 years of experience in UK legal services.
- Our solicitors are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority.
- We provide client-focused legal solutions with no hidden fees.
- Our teams are consistently ranked in Chambers and Partners and Legal 500.
- We operate offices in Stratford, Waterloo, Wanstead, and Ilford for local accessibility.
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
What people say
Excellent service
Successful conclusion
Great with clients
Strategic approach
Compassionate support
Services
Commercial Property
Our commercial property team advises on buying, selling, leasing, and development of commercial premises. We assist landlords, tenants, and businesses with transactions, refinancing, and dispute resolution. Clients benefit from our deep local market knowledge and decades of experience in property law.
Criminal Law
We provide expert representation in criminal cases including assault, fraud, drug offences, and serious sexual offences. Our solicitors operate 24/7 emergency services and are recognised in Chambers and Partners for strategic defence work in magistrates' and crown courts.
Family Law
Our family law specialists handle divorce, child arrangements, adoption, and financial settlements. We prioritise amicable resolutions through mediation while preparing robust court representation when required. Clients praise our empathetic approach and successful outcomes.
Wills and Probate
We offer comprehensive will drafting, probate administration, and tax planning services. Our solicitors assist with lasting powers of attorney, court of protection matters, and contentious probate disputes, ensuring clients' wishes are legally protected.
Personal Injury
Our personal injury team handles claims for road accidents, workplace injuries, and medical negligence. We secure compensation for prosthetics, rehabilitation, and lost earnings, operating on a no-win-no-fee basis for client accessibility.
People
Shaun Murphy
Senior Partner
Shaun Murphy leads our firm with over 30 years' experience in complex legal cases. He specialises in strategic legal solutions and oversees quality control across all practice areas.
Alex Cochrane
Partner
Alex Cochrane is a highly rated media law specialist with expertise in defamation and reputation management. Clients praise his strategic approach and client-focused communication style.
James Harrison
Partner
James Harrison heads our housing team and represents clients in the UK Supreme Court. He specialises in homelessness law and local authority duties, with over 25 years' experience in housing disputes.
Marta Udoh
Solicitor
Marta Udoh receives consistent client praise for her work in family law. She combines professional expertise with compassionate support, particularly in cases involving child custody and welfare.
Bradley Wright
Partner
Bradley Wright leads our personal injury claims team. He specialises in amputation compensation and cycling injury cases, with a focus on securing maximum recovery for life-changing injuries.
Questions
What areas of law does Edwards Duthie Shamash Shamash specialise in?
We specialise in commercial property, criminal law, family law, personal injury, wills and probate, housing, and court of protection matters, among other legal disciplines.
Do you offer emergency legal services?
Yes, we provide a 24-hour criminal helpline for urgent legal matters and police station representation across London.
Are your solicitors regulated by professional bodies?
Yes, we are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA No. 00332613) and our lawyers appear in specialist Law Society panels.
What makes your firm different from other law firms?
With over 120 years' experience, we combine traditional values with modern expertise, consistently ranked in legal directories for client-focused service and successful outcomes.
Do you handle cases outside London?
We serve clients throughout England and Wales, with offices in Stratford, Waterloo, Wanstead, and Ilford, plus outreach in Romford, Walthamstow, and Hackney.
