Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Expert Legal Services in London | Hamlins LLP
Hamlins is a distinguished commercial law firm with over a century of heritage, established in 1913. Our team of specialists delivers expert legal solutions across real estate, corporate, commercial and tech, employment, intellectual property, media and entertainment, and sport. Clients value our client-oriented approach, industry-leading market knowledge, and a highly commercially-aware team focused on achieving optimal results. We pride ourselves on fostering long-term relationships built on trust, integrity, and a deep understanding of client needs.Recognised in Legal 500 and Chambers, we combine profound legal expertise with a commitment to exceptional service. Our culture encourages collaboration, innovation, and a supportive environment for both clients and staff. We actively support charitable initiatives, including the Ruth Strauss Foundation, demonstrating our dedication to social responsibility.
Services
Commercial Disputes
Corporate Law
Real Estate Finance
Reputation Management
Intellectual Property
Details
- Year established: 1913
Highlights and features
- Recognised as a Leading Firm in Legal 500 2026 for commercial disputes and real estate.
- Client-focused service with tailored legal advice and exceptional personal attention.
- Over 100 years of heritage combined with modern, innovative legal solutions.
- Award-winning expertise in reputation and privacy law, media disputes, and IP.
- Dedicated to social responsibility through partnerships with charities like the Ruth Strauss Foundation.
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA No. 440628)
What people say
Exceptional service
Highly knowledgeable professionals
Commercially aware team
Trusted legal experts
Outstanding client support
Services
Commercial Disputes
Our commercial disputes team specialises in resolving complex legal conflicts, including contract disputes, fraud claims, and cross-border litigation. We prioritise efficient, cost-effective solutions while maintaining rigorous advocacy in court. Clients benefit from our deep sector knowledge and strategic approach to dispute resolution.
Corporate Law
We provide comprehensive corporate legal advice covering mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and corporate governance. Our team ensures compliance with regulatory frameworks while aligning legal strategies with business objectives. Clients value our pragmatic guidance and transactional expertise.
Reputation Management
Our reputation and privacy practice handles defamation, data protection, and online reputation issues. We offer proactive strategies to protect personal and corporate reputations, including injunctions and digital content removal. Expertise in GDPR compliance and media law strengthens our service offering.
Real Estate Finance
We advise on real estate finance transactions, including acquisitions, development financing, and asset-backed lending. Our team navigates complex property laws to deliver secure, compliant deals. Clients benefit from our experience in both domestic and international real estate markets.
Intellectual Property
Our IP specialists protect and enforce intellectual property rights across trademarks, copyrights, and patents. We handle disputes, licensing agreements, and brand protection strategies. Clients rely on our technical expertise and proactive approach to safeguarding valuable assets.
People
Matthew Pryke
Managing Partner
Matthew Pryke leads Hamlins' commercial and tech practice, combining strategic vision with hands-on legal expertise. He specialises in complex commercial transactions and has over 25 years' experience advising major corporations.
Ellen Gallagher
Partner
Ellen Gallagher heads the media disputes team, focusing on reputation management and privacy law. She has represented high-profile clients in landmark cases involving data protection and defamation claims.
David Crockford
Partner
David Crockford specialises in real estate disputes, particularly in commercial property and landlord-tenant conflicts. His expertise includes service charge disputes and property litigation for major UK developers.
Catherine Fehler
Partner
Catherine Fehler leads reputation and privacy law initiatives, advising on defamation, GDPR compliance, and media law. She has successfully represented clients in high-profile cases involving online reputation damage.
Julian Turton
Consultant
Julian Turton provides strategic media law advice, focusing on entertainment sector disputes. With decades of experience, he counsels clients on contractual conflicts and intellectual property protection in the creative industries.
Questions
What areas of law does Hamlins specialise in?
Hamlins specialises in commercial disputes, corporate law, real estate finance, reputation management, intellectual property, and media entertainment law.
How long has Hamlins been operating?
Hamlins has been providing legal services since its establishment in 1913, with over 110 years of legal expertise.
Is Hamlins regulated by any legal authority?
Yes, Hamlins LLP is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA No. 440628).
What makes Hamlins different from other law firms?
Hamlins combines a century of legal heritage with modern commercial awareness, offering tailored advice and maintaining a client-focused, relationship-driven approach.
Does Hamlins handle international legal matters?
Yes, Hamlins manages cross-border disputes and transactions, particularly in commercial disputes, IP, and real estate sectors.
Reviews (5)
David Palmer
Feb 07, 2021
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Critical: Professionalism, Quality, Value Very unprofessional rude and not worth the money at all. The lawyers working at the firm aren't qualified at all. Terrible service provided please stay away!
Malcolm Lindley
Apr 02, 2019
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Length and breadth of knowledge, expertise and guidance, patient, clear and concise, a pleasure to do business with. Staff are exceptionally welcoming, friendly and courteous, one even sewed up a hole in my coat pocket whilst I was in a meeting with Matthew Pryke dealing with specialist IP matters.
Bushra Malik
Feb 14, 2019
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One of a kind, fun and entertaining. My daughter loved the unique nail art kits and the awesome demos. I cant help saying: It was pricey!
David Garrido
Nov 22, 2018
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Only have positive things to say about Hamlins - fantastic to work with, prompt with their communication, they go above and beyond with their service, and they always do their utmost to help their clients.
Martyn Tewkesbury
May 19, 2018
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They have messed me about for 6 weeks now. They never call you back they never email back. What do they do apart from take our money?
