About Our Firm
Founded in 2008 by James Hartley, the firm was established with a clear purpose: to provide Manchester businesses with City-quality legal advice in a setting where clients are known by name, not by reference number.
Our Story
Over the past eighteen years, Hartley & Associates has grown from a sole practitioner into a team of twelve, serving over five hundred businesses across the North West. We have earned recognition in Legal 500, achieved Lexcel accreditation for practice management, and maintained a client satisfaction rate of 98%. Our success is built on a straightforward approach — we listen carefully, advise clearly, and work hard to achieve the best possible outcome for every client.
Our solicitors bring experience from some of the region's leading practices. We invest in our people, encourage collaboration, and maintain a culture where every team member is accessible and accountable.
Our Values
The principles that guide our work and our relationships with clients.
Integrity
We are straightforward and transparent in all our dealings. Our advice is honest, even when the answer is not what you want to hear.
Excellence
We hold ourselves to the highest professional standards. Every matter receives the same level of rigour and attention to detail.
Client-First
We take the time to understand your objectives before offering advice. Our role is to support your decisions, not to impose our own.
Accreditations & Recognition
SRA Regulated
Authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority
The Law Society
Members of The Law Society of England and Wales
Legal 500
Ranked in Legal 500 UK for Commercial Law in the North West
Lexcel
Accredited for excellence in client care, compliance, and practice management
CQS
Conveyancing Quality Scheme accredited for residential property
Work With Us
Whether you are a business seeking ongoing legal support or an individual with a specific matter, we would be pleased to discuss how we can assist.
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