Business Details
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Preston
Napthens Solicitors Blackpool is an award-winning independent law firm delivering tailored legal solutions for businesses and individuals. With 25 partners and over 300 colleagues, we operate from offices in Preston, Liverpool, Blackburn, Kendal, Lytham, and Southport. Our approach centres on collaboration, trust, and deep client relationships, ensuring we understand your unique challenges and aspirations. We specialise in corporate and commercial law, property, dispute resolution, and personal legal services, including wills, trusts, and family law.Recognised for excellence in the Legal 500 rankings, we combine sector expertise with a commitment to client satisfaction. Our team provides strategic guidance for business growth, from formation to exit strategies, while offering empathetic support during personal life transitions. We prioritise innovation, accessibility, and long-term value, ensuring clients receive practical, results-driven advice. With a focus on community engagement and professional integrity, Napthens Solicitors Blackpool delivers excellence across all legal matters.
Services
Corporate Law
Commercial Litigation
Intellectual Property
Commercial Property
Licensing
Wills and Probate
Family Law
Rural Law
Employment Law
Dispute Resolution
Highlights and features
- We have over 175 years of combined legal expertise across our partner team.
- Our client promises ensure transparent, accessible, and responsive legal support.
- We operate from six strategically located offices across the North West.
- Recognised as a tier-1 law firm in the 2026 Legal 500 rankings.
- Our team includes specialists ranked in both Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners guides.
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
What people say
Award-winning team
Expert legal guidance
Responsive service
Tailored solutions
Strong reputation
Services
Corporate Law
Our corporate law service provides comprehensive legal support for businesses at every stage. We specialise in mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, employee ownership trusts, and corporate restructuring. Our team delivers strategic advice to ensure compliance, mitigate risks, and support sustainable growth for companies across diverse sectors.
Commercial Litigation
We offer robust commercial litigation services for resolving business disputes efficiently. Our expertise covers contractual disagreements, debt recovery, insolvency, and professional negligence claims. With a focus on alternative dispute resolution, we aim to achieve cost-effective outcomes while protecting our clients' commercial interests.
Wills and Probate
Our wills and probate service ensures your assets are protected and distributed according to your wishes. We provide specialist advice on inheritance tax planning, lasting powers of attorney, and estate administration. The team supports clients in creating legally sound wills and navigating probate processes with sensitivity and expertise.
Family Law
We deliver compassionate family law services covering divorce, financial settlements, and child custody arrangements. Recognised in Legal 500, our team handles complex financial disputes and cohabitation agreements. We prioritise amicable resolutions while providing robust representation in court when necessary.
Commercial Property
Our commercial property service handles transactions for businesses and investors. We manage acquisitions, disposals, leasing, and development projects. With expertise in rural property and renewable energy sectors, we provide practical solutions for property portfolios, ensuring legal compliance and commercial viability.
People
Matthew Taylor
Partner and Head of Family
Recognised family law specialist with Legal 500 rankings, experienced in financial divorce settlements and cohabitation cases. Previously led Liverpool office of Stowe Family Law.
Stephen Mackellar
Senior Associate Solicitor
Specialist in wills, trusts, and probate for high net worth individuals. Recommended in Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners High Net Worth Guide.
Helen Lucking
Partner
Experienced family law practitioner leading team expansion in Liverpool. Provides strategic direction for complex financial settlements and child custody matters.
Nicola Mason
Head of People and Operations
Oversees firm operations and HR strategy from Preston office. Manages growth initiatives and corporate governance for 300+ staff.
Andrew Holden
Partner, Head of Rural
Specialises in rural law and agricultural property. Leads team across Kendal and Blackburn offices, advising on farm succession and land management.
Questions
What areas do Napthens Solicitors Blackpool' offices cover?
We operate from six offices in Preston, Liverpool, Manchester, Blackburn, Southport, and Kendal across the North West region.
Are Napthens Solicitors Blackpool regulated by legal authorities?
Yes, we are authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority under reference 462103.
Can I get fixed-fee legal services?
We offer fixed-fee options for specific services including trade mark registration, debt recovery, and conveyancing transactions.
How experienced is the legal team?
Our 25 partners have combined experience exceeding 175 years, supported by over 300 legal and support professionals.
Do you provide 24/7 legal support?
While we don't offer 24/7 services, our team provides prompt responses during regular business hours for urgent matters.
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