Matthew Mainds

Solicitor

Commercial Property

t: 01772 374758 m: 07570 541335 e: [email protected]

Matt joined Harrison Drury in April 2026 as a newly qualified solicitor in the commercial property team. Prior to qualifying, he gained over 4 years’ of experience advising on a range of residential and commercial property matters. Matt holds a Master’s degree in Law and completed the Legal Practice Course in 2022.

Matt advises on a range of commercial property matters, supporting clients with acquisitions and disposals while ensuring clear communication and tailored advice is given.

Outside of work you can find me…

Matt enjoys keeping active including training in the gym, cycling and golf, as well as walking or hiking with his golden retriever. He also enjoys travelling, spending time with friends and family, and finding new restaurants.

Ranked by Chambers & Partners and the Legal 500

Harrison Drury is ranked by both Chambers & Partners and the Legal 500, two leading independent guides to the UK’s top legal firms and solicitors.

These guides highlight the solicitors who are providing the most cutting-edge and innovative advice to clients and we are ranked across our range of practice areas and people.

Works alongside

Aidan Howard

Associate Solicitor Commercial Property

t: 0161 521 3214

m: 07345 604229

Matthew Mainds

Solicitor

Works alongside

Aidan Howard

Amanda Marwood

Catherine Landale

Catherine Worthington

Clare Davey

Danielle Jesson

Faye Simpson

Hannah Hughes

Jake McLaughlin

Jane Fillis

Jennifer Potts

Jessica Darley

Jessica Senior

Josh Bragg

Kristian Torgersen

Lara Watts

Laura Bradley

Leah Jolley

Lee Walker

Lois Casson

Lucy Beachell

Lucy Benton

Mike Fetherstone

Naomi Fell

Nicola Beneduce

Rebecca Parry

Rhian Hawkins

Roberto Bonaminio

Saaima Hushein

Saher Qarini

Sam Jones

Simon England

Sophie Mahood

Terri Abbott

Vicky Beaumont

Wayne Ellison

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