Business Details
48 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Manchester & London
BBS Law is a commercial law firm established in 1978, providing strategic legal partnerships for businesses and individuals. With offices in Manchester, North West London, and the City of London, we combine a partner-led approach with technical expertise to deliver tailored legal solutions. Our services span Corporate, Property, Commercial Litigation, Private Client, Employment, Family, and Secured Lending law, serving SMEs, entrepreneurs, and high-net-worth clients.We prioritise long-term relationships, attention to detail, and accessibility, supported by recent acquisitions of OGR Stock Denton and Manuel Swaden Solicitors. Our team of highly regarded partners offers pragmatic advice, ensuring client interests remain central to all transactions. We pride ourselves on agility, proactivity, and a commitment to resolving complex legal matters efficiently while maintaining national and international reach.
Services
Corporate Law
Property Law
Commercial Litigation
Private Client Services
Employment Law
Secured Lending
Family Law
Intellectual Property
Trusts and Probate
Dispute Resolution
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- Partner-led approach ensures personalised expert guidance
- Tailored legal solutions for businesses and high-net-worth individuals
- National and international reach with local market expertise
- Recent acquisitions expand service capabilities and expertise
- Proven track record in complex commercial litigation and transactions
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
What people say
Exceptional service
Proactive approach
Expertise in commercial law
Thoroughly professional
Personable team
Services
Corporate Law
BBS Law's Corporate team provides expert guidance on transactions, restructuring, and business operations. We specialise in mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and corporate governance, ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks. Our clients benefit from strategic advice tailored to their specific industry needs, delivered by experienced partners with a focus on achieving commercial objectives efficiently.
Commercial Litigation
Our Commercial Litigation practice handles complex disputes including contract breaches, shareholder conflicts, and intellectual property issues. We combine courtroom expertise with alternative dispute resolution methods to protect client interests. The team's experience in high-stakes cases ensures robust representation while prioritising cost-effective solutions for businesses facing legal challenges.
Property Law
BBS Law offers comprehensive property services covering commercial conveyancing, leasing, and development projects. We advise on complex transactions, lease extensions, and property finance, supporting clients through all stages of property ownership. Our team's expertise in both residential and commercial property ensures tailored solutions for developers, investors, and occupiers.
Private Client Services
Our Private Client team provides specialist advice on wills, probate, lasting powers of attorney, and trust management. We assist high-net-worth individuals and families with estate planning, tax mitigation, and wealth preservation strategies. The service combines legal expertise with a sensitive approach to complex personal matters.
Employment Law
BBS Law's Employment Law practice advises businesses and individuals on workplace disputes, contracts, and compliance matters. We handle unfair dismissal claims, redundancy processes, and employment tribunal representation while providing proactive HR support. Our approach balances legal compliance with practical business considerations to minimise workplace conflicts.
People
Dov Black
Managing Partner
Dov Black leads BBS Law's corporate team with extensive experience in commercial transactions and business strategy. He specialises in mergers, acquisitions, and corporate restructuring, providing pragmatic advice to businesses across various sectors while maintaining a strong focus on client relationships.
David Bondt
Partner
David Bondt heads the commercial litigation team, renowned for handling complex disputes including high-profile cases against major financial institutions. His expertise spans shareholder conflicts, intellectual property disputes, and insolvency litigation, delivering robust representation in both court and alternative dispute resolution settings.
Avi Barr
Partner
Avi Barr leads residential property and secured lending services, with a focus on complex property transactions and bridging finance solutions. He has successfully managed multi-million-pound deals, including Grade II listed property refinancing, demonstrating technical expertise and client-focused problem-solving abilities.
Rebecca Mills
Partner
Rebecca Mills specialises in corporate transactions and employee ownership trust structures. She has led multiple EOT transactions, advising businesses on ownership transitions while maintaining operational continuity and employee engagement through strategic legal frameworks.
Safiyah Bhaiyat
Partner
Safiyah Bhaiyat focuses on property law, particularly residential conveyancing and high-value transactions. Her client-centric approach ensures smooth property sales and purchases, with expertise in resolving complex title issues and facilitating timely completions for individual and corporate clients.
Questions
What areas of law does BBS Law specialise in?
BBS Law specialises in Corporate, Property, Commercial Litigation, Private Client, Employment, Family, Secured Lending, Intellectual Property, and Trusts and Probate law.
How does BBS Law approach client relationships?
We take a partner-led, client-centric approach, prioritising long-term relationships and tailored solutions while maintaining accessibility and technical expertise.
Where are BBS Law's offices located?
BBS Law has offices in Manchester, North West London, and the City of London to serve clients nationally and internationally.
What makes BBS Law different from other firms?
Our strategic acquisitions, agile team structure, and combination of commercial litigation expertise with private wealth protection set us apart.
