Business Details
Trusted Legal Services in Manchester
Established over five decades ago, Glaisyers ETL has evolved from a regional legal practice into a nationally recognised full-service law firm with a global presence through our ETL GLOBAL partnership. Our client-first approach combines deep legal expertise with a commitment to delivering outcomes that align with individual and business goals, whether in complex corporate transactions or personal legal matters. With offices in Manchester and Liverpool, we serve clients across the UK and internationally, leveraging our membership in ETL GLOBAL to provide seamless access to legal and advisory services in over 60 countries.Our culture prioritises collaboration, entrepreneurial thinking, and genuine human connection, ensuring clients work directly with accessible, proactive lawyers who take ownership of their cases. We uphold high standards of accountability and professionalism, standing alongside clients through every challenge while maintaining clarity in communication and purpose-driven legal guidance.
Services
Commercial Litigation
Corporate Law
Private Client Services
Family Law
Commercial Property
Costs Litigation
Creative Digital Law
Employment Law
Highlights and features
- Over 50 years of legal excellence in the North West
- Global reach through ETL GLOBAL's 60+ country network
- Client-first approach with direct access to proactive lawyers
- Recognised in The Legal 500 for Corporate & Commercial Law
- Award-winning Private Client team with specialist accreditations
Associations and certifications
- SRA (487118)
- ETL GLOBAL
What people say
Exceptional litigation results
Trusted legal advisors
Responsive and clear communication
Award-winning private client team
Global network access
Services
Commercial Litigation
Our Commercial Litigation team delivers decisive outcomes in high-value disputes, specialising in contractual breaches, financial litigation, and insolvency cases. We balance tactical negotiation with litigation readiness, protecting client interests while controlling costs. Clients range from fast-growth companies to major lenders requiring rigorous representation in complex commercial conflicts.
Corporate Law
We guide businesses through mergers, acquisitions, and corporate restructuring with partner-led expertise. Our services cover shareholder agreements, venture capital transactions, and commercial contracts, supporting clients from initial deals to strategic growth in sectors like technology and property development.
Private Client Services
Specialising in estate planning and legacy protection, we offer bespoke trusts, wills, and probate services for high-net-worth individuals. Our cross-border expertise through ETL GLOBAL ensures comprehensive international inheritance planning and tax-efficient wealth preservation strategies.
Family Law
Led by Jennifer Walsh, our family law team handles divorce, financial settlements, and child arrangements with a solution-focused approach. We provide discreet guidance for complex cases, including high-net-worth divorces and pre-nuptial agreements, prioritising constructive resolutions.
Commercial Property
We advise on property finance, asset management, and development projects across hospitality, retail, and industrial sectors. Our team handles complex transactions including 11m office building acquisitions, offering strategic advice tailored to investor and developer needs.
People
Russell Brown
Managing Partner
Qualified in 2000, Russell built one of the region's leading employment law practices and now drives strategic growth as Managing Partner, combining legal expertise with business leadership.
David Jones
Executive Partner
As ETL GLOBAL's UK Head of Legal, David ensures seamless international service delivery while leading complex litigation cases, including the high-profile Leeson murder case victory.
Chris Burrows
Partner
Head of Private Client, Chris leads wealth management services with expertise in cross-border inheritance planning, recognised in The Legal 500 for technical excellence and client service.
Daniel Fitzgerald
Partner
Head of Commercial Litigation, Daniel specialises in financial disputes and banking litigation, with a track record in multi-million-pound cases that distinguish us from mid-sized firms.
Jennifer Walsh
Partner
Family Law Head with 30+ years' experience, Jennifer provides discreet guidance on divorce, financial settlements, and child arrangements, prioritising constructive solutions for complex family dynamics.
Questions
What areas of law does Glaisyers ETL ETL specialise in?
We specialise in commercial litigation, corporate law, private client services, family law, commercial property, and creative digital law.
Do you offer international legal services?
Yes, through our ETL GLOBAL partnership, we provide legal support in over 60 countries with local expertise and global insight.
Are your legal fees transparent?
We provide clear, upfront fee communication with no hidden costs, ensuring complete transparency in all client relationships.
What makes your private client service unique?
Our private client team combines technical expertise with personalised wealth management strategies, consistently ranked in The Legal 500 for excellence.
Do you handle high-profile litigation cases?
Yes, our commercial litigation team has a proven track record in multi-million-pound cases, including recent high-profile victories in financial litigation.
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