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Trusted Commercial Legal Services in Liverpool
Established in 1810, Hill Dickinson is a leading international commercial law firm with over 1,000 professionals across 12 global offices. Our practice spans diverse sectors including healthcare, marine, technology, and finance, combining centuries of legal expertise with contemporary commercial insight. We prioritise client relationships by operating as an extension of our clients' teams, delivering tailored solutions that address immediate challenges while enabling strategic growth. Our multidisciplinary approach ensures comprehensive support for businesses at every stage, from startups to multinational corporations. With a heritage rooted in maritime law and a modern focus on innovation, we maintain a reputation for resolving complex legal matters with clarity and pragmatism.Our commitment to sector-specific knowledge is demonstrated through dedicated teams in banking, corporate, employment, healthcare, and shipping law. We invest in long-term client partnerships through transparent communication, risk management, and a deep understanding of industry-specific challenges. Our culture fosters professional development and collaboration, ensuring our lawyers remain at the forefront of legal developments. This combination of historical expertise and forward-thinking strategy positions us as trusted advisors in both domestic and cross-border transactions.
Services
Banking Law
Corporate Law
Employment Law
Healthcare Law
Marine Casualty
Notary Services
Pensions Law
Dispute Resolution
Highlights and features
- We have over 200 years' experience in commercial law sectors
- Our 1,000+ professionals operate across 12 international locations
- We provide sector-specific legal solutions for healthcare and shipping
- Our 24/7 emergency response team handles marine casualties globally
- We combine technical expertise with commercial understanding of clients
What people say
Strong understanding of our business
Commercially focused solutions
Expertise in healthcare sector
Responsive legal support
Pragmatic advice
Services
Banking Law
Our banking and financial law experts provide solutions-driven legal advice for lending institutions and financial organisations. With decades of experience in mainstream banking and niche finance areas, we help clients manage risks and transactions. Our services cover contract drafting, litigation, and regulatory compliance for clearing banks and specialist lenders.
Corporate Law
We deliver commercial corporate legal services for businesses ranging from start-ups to multinational corporations. Our expertise includes mergers and acquisitions, private equity, and cross-border transactions. Partner-led teams provide accessible support for domestic and international corporate matters, focusing on clients' commercial goals.
Employment Law
Our employment law team offers practical solutions for HR matters and workplace disputes. We provide tribunal representation, policy audits, and compliance training for public and private sector organisations. Services include advice on business transfers, organisational change, and employment tribunal claims with transparent pricing options.
Healthcare Law
We support healthcare providers and commissioners with regulatory compliance, clinical negligence, and mental health law. Our 250-strong team advises NHS Trusts, private hospitals, and social care providers on commercial, corporate, and employment matters within the healthcare sector.
Marine Casualty
Our specialist marine casualty team provides 24/7 emergency response for shipping incidents globally. With a 200-year history, we handle collisions, groundings, pollution claims, and salvage operations. Services include on-site investigation, claims management, and legal representation in Admiralty Court.
People
Richard Capper
Partner
Richard Capper is a banking law specialist with extensive experience in financial transactions and lending arrangements. He advises major financial institutions on complex banking matters and regulatory compliance.
James Lonsdale
Partner
James Lonsdale leads commercial law matters with expertise in corporate transactions and business agreements. He provides strategic legal advice to companies across various sectors including manufacturing and logistics.
Philip Haddon
Partner
Philip Haddon is a maritime law expert and qualified Master Mariner. He leads the marine casualty team, managing global shipping incidents and providing 24/7 emergency response services for maritime clients.
Andrew Craggs
Partner
Andrew Craggs specialises in healthcare law with a focus on regulatory compliance and clinical negligence. He advises NHS Trusts and private healthcare providers on legal matters affecting healthcare delivery.
Glenn Hayes
Partner
Glenn Hayes leads employment law services, providing practical HR solutions for businesses. He represents clients in employment tribunals and advises on workplace policies, organisational change, and employment disputes.
Questions
What sectors does Hill Dickinson specialise in?
We specialise in banking, healthcare, shipping, technology, and public sector law, with dedicated teams providing sector-specific legal solutions.
Do you offer 24/7 legal support?
Yes, our marine casualty team provides 24/7 emergency response services for shipping incidents globally.
How long has the firm been established?
Hill Dickinson has been providing legal services since 1810, with a heritage in maritime law.
What locations do you operate from?
We have offices in Birmingham, Hong Kong, Leeds, Limassol, Liverpool, London, Manchester, Monaco, Newcastle, Piraeus, and Singapore.
How do you approach client relationships?
We work as an extension of your team, focusing on understanding your business to deliver practical legal solutions that support commercial objectives.
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Reviews (7)
George Ukaegbu
Dec 20, 2021
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John Gibson is very professional, helpful and friendly, and he also advised me on the things I didn't know I was supposed to do, I will highly recommend him to people
Neil Catharell
Dec 18, 2021
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We needed some documentation notarised and John Gibson was excellent in walking us through the process and providing impartial advice on how to minimise costs. Would highly recommend John.
Debbie Roberts
Dec 16, 2021
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I would like to thank Mr John Gibson from Dickson Hill. I needed a solicitor qualified to notorise documents for my wedding. I called him and had an appointment the following day. My documents were ready in less than half an hour. I would highly recommend him and would also add that he was a very welcoming, lovely man.
Ben Jones
Nov 21, 2021
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I had to get some documents notarised and John Gibson was extremely useful in doing this for me. The service he provided was extremely quick and efficient and he was also very kind in offering me a discount for his services as I am a student. I would definitely recommend him to others and use him again myself.
Mary Elliot
May 12, 2021
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Warning!warning! Do not try this firm they are very unprofessional, greedy and not responsive. I used staff called Nina faris and she is the worse, she gave me poor value services, never advocate me the way l should and took my money without my permision and she didnt finish my work.
Butho
Jan 22, 2019
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Excellent service from Notary Public with a fair pricing strategy compared to his competitors across the North West
Speed Freak
May 01, 2018
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PLEASE DO NOT USE THESE SOLICITORS VERY VERY RUDE A WOMAN CALLED CAROL WOULDN'T GIVE ME HER SECOND NAME AS SHE WAS SHOUTING AT ME OVER THE OTHER END OF THE PHONE. NOT PROFESSIONAL IN MY EYES SHOULD BE CLOSED DOWN AS PEOPLE PAY GOOD MONEY FOR GOOD SOLICITORS AND THESE ARE NOT GOOD SOLICITORS AT ALL DON'T WASTE YOUR TIME WITH THESE
