Business Details
Expert Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution Services in Birmingham
FS Legal is a specialist law firm dedicated to providing expert legal advice in commercial business and private investment matters. Ranked as a Top Tier Leading Firm by Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners, we prioritise the long-term well-being of our clients through tailored solutions. Our team combines technical legal expertise with commercial astuteness, serving clients from our Birmingham office.With a focus on dispute resolution, corporate law, and pensions, we maintain a conflict-free approach and deliver results-driven services. Our accreditations and client testimonials reflect our commitment to excellence and client-centric service.
Services
Commercial Litigation
Dispute Resolution
Business Sales
Pensions Advice
Corporate Law
Highlights and features
- We are ranked as a Top Tier Leading Firm by Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners.
- Our client-first approach ensures tailored legal solutions without conflicts of interest.
- We offer fixed pricing for corporate work with transparent cost structures.
- Our team includes specialists in financial services, pensions, and commercial litigation.
- We provide nationwide legal services with a focus on SMEs and owner-managed businesses.
Associations and certifications
- Legal 500
- Chambers & Partners
What people say
Exceptional team
Top-quality service
Commercial astuteness
Conflict-free approach
Client-first focus
Services
Commercial Litigation
We specialise in high-value commercial litigation, handling complex disputes with technical precision and strategic insight. Our team delivers results-driven solutions for clients facing contractual disputes, professional negligence claims, and insolvency litigation. With a focus on SMEs and owner-managed businesses, we provide cost-effective representation in courts and tribunals nationwide.
Business Sales
Our business sales service offers end-to-end support for selling financial services firms, including valuation, regulatory compliance, and deal negotiations. We provide a conflict-free brokerage model with transparent pricing, ensuring sellers achieve optimal outcomes through our nationwide network of buyers and sector-specific expertise.
Pensions Advice
We provide specialist legal advice on pension schemes, including SSAS, SIPPs, and occupational pensions. Our services cover employer obligations, trustee responsibilities, and regulatory compliance, supported by 25+ years of experience advising trustees, beneficiaries, and financial institutions on complex pension law matters.
Corporate Law
Our corporate law team advises SMEs on business structures, shareholder agreements, and commercial contracts. We offer fixed-fee services for incorporations, mergers, and restructurings, combining legal expertise with commercial pragmatism to protect client interests and facilitate growth.
Commercial Contracts
We draft and review commercial contracts to protect businesses from liability and ensure enforceable terms. Our services include supplier agreements, exclusivity contracts, and self-employed arrangements, helping clients mitigate risks and maintain compliance in complex commercial relationships.
People
Paul Crutchley
Partner
Experienced corporate solicitor specialising in financial services law with a track record advising private companies and financial institutions on complex transactions and regulatory compliance matters.
Gareth Fatchett
Partner
Nationally renowned financial services expert with over 20 years' experience guiding firms through FCA compliance and business sales, combining legal expertise with strategic market insight.
Baljit Ruprah
Legal Director
Chartered accountant and legal director providing commercial and tax expertise in business transactions, with a focus on financial services sector deals and regulatory compliance.
Iain Johnstone
Chartered Accountant
Former corporate finance head with specialist transactional expertise, delivering commercial insights and tax-efficient solutions for business sales and acquisitions in regulated sectors.
Rebecca Handley
Associate Solicitor
Corporate solicitor with over a decade of financial services experience, specialising in business sales, acquisitions, and employee ownership trust structures for regulated firms.
Questions
What areas of law does FS Legal specialise in?
We specialise in commercial litigation, corporate law, pensions advice, and business sales, with particular expertise in financial services regulation and dispute resolution.
Do you act for both buyers and sellers in business sales?
No, we exclusively represent sellers to avoid conflicts of interest, ensuring our advice remains fully aligned with our clients' interests throughout the sales process.
How are your legal fees structured?
We offer fixed pricing for corporate work and charge 3% of sales value + VAT for business sales brokerage, with a minimum fee of £20,000 + VAT.
Can you assist with pension scheme compliance?
Yes, our specialist pension lawyers advise on SSAS, SIPPs, and occupational schemes, covering regulatory compliance, trustee responsibilities, and tax approval requirements.
What makes your litigation service unique?
We focus exclusively on disputes without non-contentious work, maintaining a conflict-free practice and combining technical excellence with commercial pragmatism for optimal client outcomes.
