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Law firms in Manchester

10 ranked, with a plain verdict on every entry.

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Brabners takes the top spot on this list: it holds certified B Corp status for social performance. Slater and Gordon is built for consumer legal issues, and offers low-cost options and no Win no Fee for many cases. Addleshaw Goddard serves financial institutions and leading companies operating in or from London, and is known for award-winning innovation that it harnesses to deliver high-quality outcomes.
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1BrabnersMaintains one of the largest family law teams in the North86.0NEW–
2Slater and GordonSlater and Gordon is a UK law firm dedicated to helping consumers with legal needs84.0NEW–
3Addleshaw GoddardAddleshaw Goddard is a London headquartered international full-service law firm80.0NEW–
4Ward HadawayTakes a firm commercial and pragmatic approach80.0NEW–
5Pinsent MasonsOffers alternative legal services like managed legal services78.0NEW–
6KuitsProvides tailored legal solutions by understanding client needs76.0NEW–
7Slater HeelisProvides tailored defence for autistic people76.0NEW–
8WeightmansIs a leading member of two international legal alliances to provide global advice76.0NEW–
9Clarke WillmottDemonstrates a serious commitment to responsible business through its ESG strategy74.0NEW–
10Pannone CorporatePlaces legal matters in a commercial realistic environment74.0NEW–
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The ranking, in detail

01

Brabners

Your legal partner for life

Brabners is a leading independent law firm serving England and Wales. Its independence allows it to provide objective, principled service with heart.

86.0
02

Slater and Gordon

Your case is our cause

Slater and Gordon is a UK law firm dedicated to helping consumers with legal needs. It advises, supports, and finances cases at every stage.

Best for consumer legal issues
84.0
03

Addleshaw Goddard

Delivering imagination and impact through award-winning innovation

Addleshaw Goddard is a London headquartered international full-service law firm.

Best for financial institutions in London
80.0
04

Ward Hadaway

A law firm you want to work with.

Ward Hadaway provides exceptional legal expertise to businesses, public and third sectors, and individuals.

Best for businesses of all types, sizes and sectors
80.0
05

Pinsent Masons

A global law firm delivering expert legal services.

Pinsent Masons is a global law firm offering expertise across diverse sectors. It provides comprehensive legal services to clients worldwide.

Best for Corporate and dispute resolution needs
78.0
06

Kuits

Award winning commercial law firm rooted in Manchester

The firm provides legal and commercial advice to businesses and individuals.

Best for SMEs and private clients
76.0
07

Slater Heelis

Specialists helping you achieve the results you want

Slater Heelis provides legal services across various practice areas including crime and family law.

Best for individuals needing criminal defence in Manchester and Chester
76.0
08

Weightmans

See the Possibility for better relationships and people

The firm offers a full spectrum of services to built environment enterprises, large corporate institutions, health organisations, insurance companies, public sector bodies, owner managed businesses and individual private clients.

Best for health organisations and insurance companies
76.0
09

Clarke Willmott

Access high calibre legal teams without the big city price tag

Clarke Willmott is a leading law firm with a strong reputation built on genuine client relationships. Its talented legal teams offer expert advice on complex services to individuals and businesses.

Best for individuals and businesses seeking broad legal support
74.0
10

Pannone Corporate

A commercial law firm with a people centred approach

Pannone Corporate is a commercial law firm based in Manchester with global reach.

Best for mid-market North West clients
74.0
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Frequently asked questions

Who are these law firms built for?

Slater and Gordon says it is built for consumer legal issues, and Addleshaw Goddard for financial institutions and leading companies operating in or from London. Ward Hadaway says it is built for businesses of all types, sizes and sectors, and Pinsent Masons for Corporate and dispute resolution needs.

What should a buyer check before signing up?

Slater Heelis states that the firm does not offer legal aid to clients. Those are the limits each firm publishes itself, not a full account of any plan.