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Your Trusted Legal Partner in Bolton and the North West
Established as a pioneering legal practice in Bolton, Russell & Russell has grown organically to become a trusted regional firm serving clients across the North West and beyond. With nine offices strategically located in Bolton, Atherton, Bury, Chester, Farnworth, Horwich, and Middleton, we combine traditional values with a modern, 24/7 approach to legal services. Our team of accredited specialists delivers expert advice in conveyancing, family law, personal injury, criminal defence, commercial property, and wills and probate.Holding the Lexcel Practice Management Standard and Wills and Inheritance Quality certification, we prioritise transparency, efficiency, and client-centric solutions. Available around the clock, we aim to make access to justice seamless and reliable for all our clients.
Services
Conveyancing
Family Law
Personal Injury
Criminal Defence
Commercial Property
Wills and Probate
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 availability for urgent legal matters.
- Our team holds specialist accreditations across all practice areas.
- We operate nine accessible offices across the North West.
- Our client-focused approach ensures transparent and efficient service.
- We blend traditional values with modern legal practices.
Associations and certifications
- Lexcel Practice Management Standard
- Wills and Inheritance Quality certification
What people say
Outstanding team
5 star service
Efficient throughout
Highly recommended
Excellent communication
Services
Conveyancing
Specialising in residential and commercial property transactions, we handle purchases, sales, remortgages, and new builds. Our conveyancing team ensures smooth processes for first-time buyers, investors, and businesses. With expertise in lease creations and title splits, we provide clear guidance from instruction to completion.
Family Law
Our family law specialists manage divorce, separation, child arrangements, and financial disputes. We handle sensitive cases with empathy, including domestic abuse and cohabitation agreements. Services extend to same-sex marriage, civil partnerships, and relocation cases, prioritising client well-being throughout proceedings.
Personal Injury
We represent clients in road traffic accidents, workplace injuries, and medical negligence cases. Offering 'no win, no fee' arrangements, our team secures compensation for minor incidents to life-changing injuries. Expertise includes brain injury claims, amputation cases, and serious injury litigation with compassionate support.
Criminal Defence
Defending clients in magistrates' and crown courts, we handle motoring offences, youth crime, and serious criminal cases. Our services include police station attendance, legal aid applications, and appeals. We specialise in restraining orders, money laundering, and Proceeds of Crime Act defences with a focus on fair outcomes.
Commercial Property
Advising businesses on property finance, acquisitions, and development projects, we support borrowers and lenders. Services include site acquisition, plot sales, and redevelopment of commercial sites. Our team handles transactions from greenfield developments to brownfield redevelopments with strategic legal insight.
People
Jane Penman
Managing Partner
Jane Penman leads the firm with over 20 years' experience in legal practice management. She oversees strategic growth and maintains our commitment to client-focused service across all departments.
Richard Querelle
Conveyancing Partner and Director
Richard Querelle specialises in residential and commercial conveyancing with a focus on new build properties. He ensures efficient transaction processes for clients across the North West.
Sonya Mehmood
Family Solicitor
Sonya Mehmood provides expert family law advice, handling divorce, child contact arrangements, and financial settlements. Her empathetic approach supports clients through emotionally challenging legal matters.
Questions
What areas do you cover?
We operate from nine offices across the North West, including Bolton, Chester, and Manchester, serving clients throughout England and Wales.
Do you offer 24/7 legal support?
Yes, our emergency helplines and 24/7 availability ensure urgent legal matters are addressed immediately, seven days a week.
Are your services accredited?
We hold the Lexcel Practice Management Standard and Wills and Inheritance Quality certification, ensuring high professional standards across all departments.
What legal areas do you specialise in?
We specialise in conveyancing, family law, personal injury, criminal defence, commercial property, and wills and probate services.
