Posted by Communications Director May 10th, 2011, in HD news
We are looking for a commercial property solicitor to join our expanding commercial property department.
If you’re an enthusiastic team player with a proactive, problem solving approach, and an ability to work on your own initiative, this could be a great opportunity for you.
We’re looking for the suitable candidate to have 2-3 years’ Post Qualification Experience – ideally with a regional firm – with experience in drafting and negotiating a range of property documents. (more…)
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Posted by Communications Director Apr 12th, 2011, in Case studies, Mergers and Acquisitions
(Pictured L-R David Filmer of Harrison Drury Solicitors, with David Jones and Philip Mart)
A historic Lancashire trout farm is set for expansion after being purchased in a management buyout (MBO) for an undisclosed sum.
Dunsop Trout Farm, which was established at Dunsop Bridge, Clitheroe, in 1926, has been purchased by Philip Mart and David Jones from previous owners, the Birtwistle family.
Dunsop Trout Farm is one of the oldest in the UK and acts as a restocking farm for brown and rainbow trout, replenishing fish supplies in rivers and reservoirs used by angling clubs. The business has three employees.
Philip, who has been managing the farm since 2000, said: “We currently produce around 45 tonnes of fish annually for restocking, but we want to grow the business. As part of this buyout we are looking to increase production, as well as exploring other expansion opportunities including a smoking house and farm shop, which would allow us to move into retail too.”
Philip and David were advised on the purchase by the mergers and acquisitions team at Harrison Drury Solicitors. (more…)
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Posted by Communications Director Mar 8th, 2011, in HD news
Harrison Drury has been shortlisted for the Law Firm of the Year prize at the Lancashire Business View Red Rose Awards 2011.
The Red Rose Awards celebrate the outstanding achievements of business in our region, rewarding and recognising businesses which have not only survived but thrived in incredibly challenging times.
Awards in 18 different categories will be presented at a ceremony and celebratory dinner at Winter Gardens, Blackpool on March 31 2011.
Earlier this year, Harrison Drury was a finalist for Law Firm of the Year at the Insider Lancashire Dealmaker Awards 2011.
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Posted by Communications Director Mar 2nd, 2011, in HD news, Mergers and Acquisitions
Experts from Harrison Drury have advised a Preston chicken processing company on a partnership with a local meat and poultry business.
The Champ Chicken Company Ltd, based at Longton, near Preston, has entered into a joint venture with Hen House (Wholesale) Ltd, a wholesale supplier of meat and poultry products.
The deal has seen former owners of Champ Chicken, John Singleton and Alan Orritt, pass the business to the next generation of their families, Nicola Singleton and Terence Orritt, who will remain directors of the business following the merger.
Peter Rayton, chairman, and Andrew McLaughlan, financial controller at Hen House, founded in 1990, say the partnership will significantly enhance the capabilities of both companies and will offer exciting new market opportunities. (more…)
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Posted by Communications Director Jan 20th, 2011, in Case studies, Dispute Resolution
A chartered surveyor who was sued for £80,000 after a property dispute has had the claim against him withdrawn after Harrison Drury successfully challenged it on his behalf.
The claim was made against the Midlands-based surveyor alleging he was negligent when he prepared a deed plan for use in the sale of a house in 1998.
The dispute was complicated as it was alleged the ‘defective’ deed plan had given rise to a boundary dispute with a neighbour. (more…)
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Posted by Communications Director Jan 4th, 2011, in HD news
Harrison Drury Solicitors has appointed University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) graduate, Sarah Cheetham, as trainee solicitor at its Preston office.
Sarah, from Charnock Richard, completed her degree in law at the university in 2009, before going on to study the Legal Practice Course, which she completed this summer.
During her training contract, Sarah will work across Harrison Drury’s commercial departments including property, commercial litigation, employment law and company and commercial. She will qualify in 2012.
She said: “It’s great to be part of a firm that is committed to the training and development of its people. Businesses are still facing many challenges and I am looking forward to playing a part in helping our clients.”
Managing partner, John Chesworth, added: “UCLan’s legal school has an excellent pedigree and we are delighted to welcome Sarah. She already has a strong understanding of law and I am confident she will be an asset to Harrison Drury as we continue to grow as a firm.”
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Posted by Communications Director Dec 13th, 2010, in HD news
Happy Christmas from Harrison Drury. To get you in the Christmas spirit, why not recite the night before Christmas…legal style!
Whereas, on or about the night prior to Christmas, there did occur at a certain improved piece of real property (hereinafter “the House”) a general lack of stirring by all creatures therein, including, but not limited to a mouse. (more…)
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Posted by Communications Director Oct 27th, 2010, in HD news
Harrison Drury has recently received a prestigious industry accreditation.
The firm has been awarded the Lexcel accreditation by the Law Society for the second year running.
Following a rigorous annual independent evaluation only law firms that meet the highest management, risk management and customer care standards are awarded the Lexcel accreditation.
Across the country, only nine per cent of law firms achieve Lexcel accreditation.
John Chesworth, managing partner at Harrison Drury, said: “It is of utmost importance to our clients that our service in nothing short of first class.
“This is a significant achievement and we are extremely pleased to be recognised by the Law Society once again.”
Harrison Drury & Co Solicitors, which has offices on Fleet Street in Preston and Park Hill Road in Garstang, provides a range of legal services including commercial property, employment law, commercial dispute resolution, business sales and purchases, residential conveyancing, civil litigation, family law, and wills and probate.
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