Business Details
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Cambridge
Established in 1874, Barr Ellison has built a reputation as a trusted legal partner in Cambridge and East Anglia. Our firm combines deep historical expertise with a forward-thinking approach to deliver tailored legal solutions. With a focus on client relationships, we specialise in areas including property law, personal injury litigation, family law, and wealth management. Our team of solicitors and legal professionals prioritises client welfare, ensuring clear communication and strategic advice. Recognised by The Legal 500 for our client-friendly expertise, we serve individuals and businesses with a commitment to excellence.Our heritage is reflected in our offices at 39 Parkside, a historic building blending tradition with modern functionality. We maintain strong ties with the Cambridge Biomedical Campus, offering legal support to healthcare professionals. Client care remains central to our practice, with transparent processes for addressing concerns and resolving issues promptly. Our collaborative culture ensures seamless service across commercial, residential, and personal legal matters. By combining innovation with integrity, we empower clients to achieve their goals while upholding the highest professional standards.
Services
Commercial Property
Residential Property
Personal Injury Litigation
Personal Wealth
Court of Protection
Family Law
Property Development
Dispute Resolution
Highlights and features
- We have over 150 years of legal expertise serving Cambridge and East Anglia
- Our client-focused approach prioritises clear communication and tailored solutions
- Recognised in The Legal 500 for property development expertise in East Anglia
- We maintain dedicated teams for commercial, residential, and personal legal matters
- Our heritage combines tradition with modern, results-driven legal strategies
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
What people say
Trustworthy practice
Exemplary service
Client welfare at heart
Seamless team ethos
Reigns supreme in property
Services
Commercial Property
Our commercial property team provides practical legal solutions for businesses, focusing on property transactions, development projects, and investment management. We offer clear guidance on acquisitions, disposals, and lease agreements while maintaining a client-centric approach. With deep regional knowledge, we help businesses navigate complex property matters to achieve commercial objectives.
Personal Injury Litigation
Specialising in catastrophic injury cases, we combine legal expertise with rehabilitation focus to secure compensation for clients. Our team handles complex claims involving serious accidents, medical negligence, and workplace injuries. We work closely with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive support for long-term recovery and financial security.
Personal Wealth
We provide tailored wealth management solutions covering tax planning, trust administration, and estate preservation. Our specialists advise high-net-worth individuals on asset protection strategies and intergenerational wealth transfer. By combining legal expertise with tax advisory services, we help clients optimise their financial legacy while maintaining compliance.
Residential Property
Our residential property solicitors handle all aspects of home buying and selling, from initial offers to completion. We streamline the conveyancing process while providing clear advice on property searches, contracts, and legal obligations. Our local expertise ensures smooth transactions for first-time buyers and property investors alike.
Court of Protection
We specialise in legal matters concerning individuals lacking mental capacity, handling deputyship appointments and welfare decisions. Our solicitors guide families and professionals through complex Court of Protection procedures while prioritising client interests. We provide ongoing support for financial management and care arrangements under statutory frameworks.
People
Kelly Peck
Managing Partner | Commercial Property
Leading the commercial property team with extensive experience in property transactions and development projects across East Anglia. Committed to delivering practical legal solutions for business clients.
Grant Incles
Partner | Personal Injury
Specialises in catastrophic injury claims with a focus on rehabilitation and long-term client support. Brings significant expertise in securing compensation for complex personal injury cases.
Chantal Percival
Partner | Personal Wealth
Wealth management specialist advising on tax planning, trust administration, and estate preservation strategies for high-net-worth individuals and families across Cambridge and surrounding areas.
Helen Murphy
Partner | Residential Property
Residential property expert managing conveyancing transactions with emphasis on client communication and smooth home-moving processes for buyers and sellers in East Anglia.
Sarah Martin
Partner | Family & Divorce
Family law specialist handling divorce proceedings and wealth protection matters, combining legal expertise with sensitive client support for complex personal and financial arrangements.
Questions
What legal services do you specialise in?
We specialise in commercial property, residential property, personal injury litigation, family law, wealth management, and Court of Protection matters across East Anglia.
How long have you been operating in Cambridge?
Since 1874, providing continuous legal services from our historic Parkside offices while maintaining modern client-focused practices and professional standards.
What makes your firm different from other law practices?
Our combination of heritage, local expertise, and client-centric approach ensures tailored legal solutions with clear communication and dedicated team support across all practice areas.
Are you regulated by legal authorities?
Yes, Barr Ellison LLP is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority under recognition number 443834 for all our legal services.
