Best Buying and Selling of Owner Managed Smes Solicitors in the UK

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    This work covers the sale and purchase of small, owner‑run companies. In practice, solicitors help with preparing and negotiating the sale or purchase agreement, conduct due diligence on the target business, review and draft warranties, disclosure schedules and any warranties to be given by the seller, and coordinate completion, often alongside lenders and accountants. They may also assist with pre‑sale restructuring, employment matters, and post‑completion integration issues to protect both sides.

    1

    Leonard Gray LLP

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    4.9 716 Reviews

    6 Buying and Selling of Owner Managed Smes reviews

    John Appleby Your solicitor John Appleby Senior Partner 4.9 from 2 client reviews
    “I have been a client of Leonard Gray Solicitors for 25 plus years and in that time I have purchased 2 trading limited companies, sold 2 limited companies. One company had 500 employees when I sold it. I have bought several houses and apartments and sold quite a few, bought industrial land and farm land, have created many leases for commercial tenants. Most of the foregoing transactions have been handled by Justin Oakley and John Appleby. The service I have received has been 100% or 10 out 10 rating.”
    A client review matching your search · about John Appleby
    • Good communication
    • Professional service
    • Efficient handling
    • Speaks
    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeWills and Inheritance Quality SchemeThe Law SocietySTEP
    Free initial advice
    2

    Lyons Bowe

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    4.7 5,910 Reviews

    21 Buying and Selling of Owner Managed Smes reviews

    Reviewed for Sales and Purchases (10)Commercial Contracts and Agreements (3)Contract law (3)

    Edward Romaine Your solicitor Edward Romaine Head of Commercial 4.6 from 1 client review
    “Amazing, professional service from everyone we dealt with at Lyons Bowe. Emma O’Brien was especially brilliant and kept us informed throughout our conveyancing process. We would definitely use again and have recommended you to our friends and family. ”
    A client review matching your search · about Matthew Hartmink
    • excellent communication
    • kept informed
    • efficient and speedy
    • Speaks
    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeFamily LawWills and Inheritance Quality SchemeThe Law Society
    3

    Winston Solicitors

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    4.9 4,754 Reviews

    45 Buying and Selling of Owner Managed Smes reviews

    Reviewed for Commercial Law (12)Sales and Purchases (11)Commercial Contracts and Agreements (7)

    Jonathan Winston Leads the Buying and Selling of Owner Managed Smes team Jonathan Winston Managing Partner 5.0 from 6 client reviews
    Samira CakaliJames StephensonDavid Barker Works with Samira Cakali and 2 more
    “Throughout the process of the Sale, Winston solicitors have been very efficient, professional, diligent and taking care of the smallest of issues with our interests at the forefront. In particular, Mrs Sidraa Razaq and lately Tom McLeod have taken great care above and beyond normal service.”
    A client review matching your search · about Sidraa Razaq
    • clear communication
    • friendly and helpful
    • efficient and professional
    • Speaks
    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeThe Law SocietyChambers UK Leading Firm 2025Cyber Essentials Certified
    Free initial advice
    4

    Slater Heelis

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    4.9 2,045 Reviews

    29 Buying and Selling of Owner Managed Smes reviews

    Reviewed for Commercial Litigation Matters (8)Commercial Law (5)Contractual Disputes (5)

    Daniel Stern Leads the Buying and Selling of Owner Managed Smes team Daniel Stern Partner & Head of Property Litigation 5.0 from 3 client reviews
    Carla MurrayDaniel WiseRhian OwenAndrew Middleton Works with Carla Murray and 4 more
    “We have used Simon Wallwork and Rhian Owen as corporate advisors for many years. The advice has always been excellent, professional, timely and good value. More recently we have used Hannah Al-Shaghana in the property department and like SImon and Rhian, her advice was excellent and they are all a pleasure to deal with. ”
    A client review matching your search · about Rhian Owen
    • Professional service
    • Friendly staff
    • Clear communication
    • Speaks
    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeFamily LawThe Law Society
    5

    Richard Reed Ltd

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    4.8 752 Reviews

    24 Buying and Selling of Owner Managed Smes reviews

    Reviewed for Commercial Law (18)Sales and Purchases (3)

    Phil Moir Leads the Buying and Selling of Owner Managed Smes team Phil Moir Director 4.9 from 7 client reviews
    Kat MoodyLewis Cassap Works with Kat Moody and 1 more
    “I would just like to thank Phil for everything he has done for us as a family.It has sometimes been stressful for us but Phil has been tremendous.I would have no qualms about recommending Richard Reed,professional from start to finish.”
    A client review matching your search · about Phil Moir
    • professional service
    • friendly staff
    • fast responses
    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeFamily LawChildren LawThe Law Society
    Free initial advice
    6

    Frettens LLP

    4.8 2,374 Reviews

    56 Buying and Selling of Owner Managed Smes reviews 1 review this year

    Reviewed for Corporate Law (16)Sales and Purchases (13)Commercial Contracts and Agreements (8)

    7

    Barcan+Kirby LLP

    4.8 2,868 Reviews

    102 Buying and Selling of Owner Managed Smes reviews 2 reviews this year

    Reviewed for Commercial Law (28)Sales and Purchases (27)Corporate Law (18)

    8

    Forbes Solicitors LLP

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    4.9 1,421 Reviews

    112 Buying and Selling of Owner Managed Smes reviews

    Reviewed for Commercial Litigation Matters (22)Commercial Law (14)Employment - business (9)

    John Pickervance Leads the Buying and Selling of Owner Managed Smes team John Pickervance Partner and Head of Commercial 5.0 from 1 client review
    Chris BoothEmma SwanDavid FilmerStephen McArdle Works with Chris Booth and 4 more
    “Pauline Rigby is a an exceptional lawyer and arguably, the best I have ever worked with. Approachable, helpful, detailed and understanding. Technically superb.”
    A client review matching your search · about Pauline Wild
    • Excellent communication
    • Very professional
    • Highly recommended
    • Speaks
    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeCriminal LitigationFamily Law AdvancedChildren Law
    9

    Gaby Hardwicke

    4.8 813 Reviews

    50 Buying and Selling of Owner Managed Smes reviews 2 reviews this year

    Reviewed for Commercial Law (18)Commercial Contracts and Agreements (13)Commercial Litigation Matters (9)

    10

    Churchers Solicitors LLP

    4.8 2,185 Reviews

    44 Buying and Selling of Owner Managed Smes reviews

    Reviewed for Commercial Law (21)Sales and Purchases (14)Commercial Contracts and Agreements (5)

    11

    Eric Robinson Solicitors

    4.9 2,673 Reviews

    6 Buying and Selling of Owner Managed Smes reviews

    12

    mfg Solicitors LLP

    4.8 2,475 Reviews

    113 Buying and Selling of Owner Managed Smes reviews 1 review this year

    Reviewed for Commercial Law (46)Corporate Law (34)Commercial Litigation Matters (16)

    13

    Poole Alcock LLP

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    4.8 5,610 Reviews

    62 Buying and Selling of Owner Managed Smes reviews

    Reviewed for Commercial Law (35)Corporate Law (7)Sales and Purchases (7)

    Scott Harding Leads the Buying and Selling of Owner Managed Smes team Scott Harding Deputy Managing Partner 5.0 from 9 client reviews
    Sarah JarrettDaniel BrooksJamie RiseleyElinor Hind Works with Sarah Jarrett and 4 more
    “Used Poole & Alcock in Crewe for some work in our office. Our Solicitor was Dan Brooks and we cannot praise him highly enough. Work was carried out efficiently and effectively. Would definitely use again and would recommend”
    A client review matching your search · about Daniel Brooks
    • Friendly staff
    • Clear explanations
    • Fast service
    • Speaks
    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeThe Law SocietyChambers UK Leading Firm 2025Cyber Essentials Certified
    Free initial advice
    14

    Martin Tolhurst Partnership LLP

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    4.7 2,391 Reviews

    9 Buying and Selling of Owner Managed Smes reviews

    Reviewed for Sales and Purchases (3)

    Andrew Ashley-Edwards Leads the Buying and Selling of Owner Managed Smes team Andrew Ashley-Edwards Partner
    Paige Banks Works with Paige Banks
    “Martin Tolhurst was my Solicitors during the process of purchasing a new business, a big thank you to Khalid Mughal for all his hard work, including working over the weekends sometimes. I can't thanks Martin Tolhurst enough for everything they did for me. Highly recommended Solicitors, I would make use of them again.”
    A client review matching your search · about Khalid Mughal
    • Efficient service
    • Professional team
    • Excellent communication
    • Speaks
    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeFamily LawFamily Law AdvancedThe Law Society
    Free initial advice
    15

    Wolferstans

    4.9 2,540 Reviews

    69 Buying and Selling of Owner Managed Smes reviews

    Reviewed for Corporate Law (27)Commercial Litigation Matters (11)Contractual Disputes (11)

    16

    Wollens

    4.8 2,307 Reviews

    64 Buying and Selling of Owner Managed Smes reviews 2 reviews this year

    Reviewed for Commercial Law (33)Sales and Purchases (14)Corporate Law (7)

    Free initial advice
    17

    Tozers LLP

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    4.9 4,971 Reviews

    56 Buying and Selling of Owner Managed Smes reviews

    Reviewed for Agency agreements (10)Corporate Law (8)Litigation for Holiday and Residential Parks (8)

    James Orpin Leads the Buying and Selling of Owner Managed Smes team James Orpin Partner and Solicitor 4.9 from 21 client reviews
    Amy LaverRebecca RobertsJames EvansTracey Bridgwater Works with Amy Laver and 4 more
    “we were recommended Tozers as local not for profit experts after numerous local firms advised they could not provide expertise in this area. We were not disappointed. Partner James Evans was user friendly and approachable and guided us through the legislation in a comfortable yet professional style. He called upon experience to raise the issues we needed to consider and provided practical solutions to all. His services were excellent value for money and we would highly recommend the firm to any not for profit organisation needing specialist legal advice on all matters. ”
    A client review matching your search · about James Evans
    • friendly staff
    • clear communication
    • professional service
    • Speaks
    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeFamily LawChildren LawClinical Negligence
    18

    Sterling Law

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    4.9 2,417 Reviews

    13 Buying and Selling of Owner Managed Smes reviews

    Reviewed for Commercial Law (7)Setting up a business (3)

    Michael Iatsukha Leads the Buying and Selling of Owner Managed Smes team Michael Iatsukha Senior Partner, Senior Solicitor
    Kyrylo SudnykLilia AkkuchukovaAlexander TerekNozima Rakhimjonova Works with Kyrylo Sudnyk and 3 more
    “I've had the pleasure of working with Laszlo Kondrics on several business matters, and I can't recommend him highly enough. He provided clear, practical legal advice that really helped me navigate setting up and running my business with confidence. He's knowledgeable, responsive, and always takes the time to explain things properly rather than just giving generic answers. If you need a lawyer who genuinely cares about helping your business succeed, Laszlo Kondrics is the one to go to.”
    A client review matching your search · about Laszlo Kondrics
    • Professionalism
    • Responsive
    • Clear communication
    • Speaks
    • Criminal LitigationImmigration and Asylum
    Free initial advice
    19

    Sills & Betteridge LLP

    4.8 5,945 Reviews

    31 Buying and Selling of Owner Managed Smes reviews

    Reviewed for Sales and Purchases (7)Corporate Law (4)Commercial Law (3)

    20

    Ward Gethin Archer Limited

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    4.9 4,702 Reviews

    20 Buying and Selling of Owner Managed Smes reviews

    Reviewed for Sales and Purchases (9)

    Chris Dewey Leads the Buying and Selling of Owner Managed Smes team Chris Dewey Managing Director 5.0 from 4 client reviews
    Simon WilsonLaura LeventhallCameron GreenBrandon Adaway Works with Simon Wilson and 4 more
    “We have had several ups and downs with selling our land through no fault of our own, we was kept informed on any problems and they were dealt with quickly and professionally ”
    A client review matching your search · about Jackie Murfitt
    • Excellent communication
    • Professional and friendly
    • Efficient and prompt
    • Conveyancing Quality SchemeFamily Law
    Free initial advice

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