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Trusted Legal Services in Bury & Rochdale
AST Hampsons is a long-established legal practice serving clients across the North West of England with offices in Bury and Rochdale. With over 170 years of combined experience, our team provides expert legal advice in conveyancing, business matters, commercial property, wills, probate, and litigation. Our commitment to professional service is underscored by a guarantee of initial no-obligation consultations and transparent cost schedules. We pride ourselves on maintaining long-term client relationships through consistent, personalised support.

Our solicitors are dedicated to delivering efficient solutions tailored to individual client needs, whether in property transactions, family law, or business advisory services. We prioritise clear communication and accessibility, ensuring clients receive timely updates and direct access to experienced team members. Recognised for excellence in client care, we have been repeatedly recommended by satisfied clients for our empathetic yet professional approach to legal challenges.
Services
Conveyancing Wills and Probate Family Law Business Matters Litigation
Highlights and features
  • We offer over 170 years of combined legal expertise
  • We guarantee initial no-obligation consultations
  • We provide transparent cost schedules with no hidden fees
  • Our team includes specialists in conveyancing, family law, and business matters
  • We maintain long-term client relationships through personalised support
Associations and certifications
  • Solicitors Regulation Authority
What people say
Excellent service Professional and efficient Kept informed throughout Highly recommend Compassionate approach
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Services
Conveyancing
Our conveyancing specialists handle residential and commercial property transactions with precision and efficiency. We guide clients through purchases, sales, remortgages, and leasehold reforms, ensuring compliance with legal requirements while minimising delays. Our team's expertise in navigating complex property matters has earned us consistent client recommendations for stress-free transactions.
Wills and Probate
We provide comprehensive will drafting, probate administration, and estate planning services. Our solicitors help clients protect assets, minimise inheritance tax, and ensure smooth estate transitions. With over 40 years of collective experience, we handle contested probate cases and lasting powers of attorney with sensitivity and legal expertise.
Family Law
Our family law team specialises in divorce proceedings, financial settlements, and child custody arrangements. We prioritise amicable resolutions through mediation while preparing robust litigation strategies when necessary. Clients commend our empathetic approach to sensitive family matters and our commitment to protecting client interests.
Business Matters
We advise SMEs and owner-managed businesses on commercial contracts, property transactions, and dispute resolution. With collective experience spanning 80 years, our solicitors provide strategic legal guidance for business formations, mergers, and regulatory compliance, supporting sustainable growth for our corporate clients.
Litigation
Our litigation department handles property disputes, commercial conflicts, and professional negligence claims. We combine aggressive advocacy with pragmatic settlement strategies to achieve favourable outcomes. Clients highlight our thorough preparation and clear communication throughout complex legal proceedings.
People
Peter Taylor
Managing Partner
With over 40 years' experience, Peter specialises in property litigation and commercial transactions. He leads our litigation team with a focus on achieving practical solutions for complex legal disputes.
Louise Salisbury
Head of Wills, Probate & Trusts
A STEP-accredited solicitor with 25+ years in estate planning, Louise provides expert guidance on wills, probate administration, and lasting powers of attorney, combining legal knowledge with compassionate client care.
Jennifer Worcester
Head of Family Department
Specialising in family law for 18 years, Jennifer handles divorce proceedings and financial settlements with empathy, particularly noted for her flexible approach to client financial circumstances.
James Taylor
Head of Residential Property
Leading our conveyancing team, James has facilitated thousands of property transactions, praised for his responsiveness and expertise in completing complex residential sales and purchases.
Giselle Williams
Head of Litigation
With 15 years in dispute resolution, Giselle specialises in property and commercial litigation, maintaining a strong track record of successful outcomes through both negotiation and court representation.
Questions
What areas do AST Hampsons operate in?
We serve clients across the North West of England with offices in Bury (Waterfold Park) and Rochdale (South Parade).
Do you offer no-obligation initial consultations?
Yes, we guarantee initial consultations without obligation or cost for all our legal services.
How experienced is your conveyancing team?
Our conveyancers have collectively handled thousands of property transactions, with some team members having over 25 years' experience.
Can I get help with commercial property matters?
Yes, our commercial property specialists advise SMEs and businesses on leases, acquisitions, and property development projects.
How do you handle probate cases?
We provide full probate administration services, including estate valuation, tax calculations, and distribution, with transparent pricing from the outset.
Are your legal fees fixed or hourly?
We offer fixed fees for most standard services with comprehensive cost schedules provided upfront to avoid hidden charges.
Reviews (20)
Oliver James
May 24, 2022 Report
I have had the pleasure of dealing with Jillian at AST Hampsons a number of times who has helped with the sale and purchase of a number of properties. She is EXCEPTIONAL! A Credit to the industry. Communication and efficency is essential for a smooth transaction and that is exactly what i always receive. I have also dealt with Jamie and Tracey who have both been super amazing. Thank You.
Leena
Mar 08, 2022 Report
Went to AST Hampsons to get some work done, Gillian was fantastic, from the first initial phone call and then Gillian dealing with me was to a very high standard. I would recommend this firm to everybody if you want a stress free experience. Thank you Gillian
Anthony Meadowcroft
Feb 13, 2022 Report
Jamie Holmes worked with our mutual client on selling a commercial property in the region. The level of communication, along with working with everyone to get a completion date earlier than first planned came with great appreciation. A massive thank you from myself and everyone at Charles Louis Commercial Agents!
Ashley Mohan
Nov 08, 2021 Report
Tried to pop in today to look into getting an order put in place and it's closed. Google and the sign outdoors says it should be open so I'm not sure if it's open anymore.
Peter O'Connor
Sep 06, 2021 Report
Jillian worked very hard on a very complicated sale of our garage we are more than happy with our dealings with AST hampsons and highly recommend them.i can't thank them enough peter and Karen O'Connor
Antony
Dec 31, 2020 Report
James and his team have worked on two property sales and a purchase for us. Both he and all of his team have been superb - friendly, efficient and proactive with excellent communication. Phones are answered, emails are responded to and promises are kept. We will definitely continue to work with them. Highly recommended.
Piyush Akhauri
Oct 10, 2020 Report
Very Professional and Knowledgable team. A special THANK YOU to Ms. Toni Ward who helped us with our new home. She was very professional, clear communication and got everything completed in a timely fashion. Great Job and Thank you!!
Wendy W.
Aug 23, 2020 Report
Louise, thank you very much for all your help and support when arranging our wills. We really appreciate your time in explaining everything perfectly! I would definitely recommend Louise at AST Hampsons.
Nati Azar
Jul 07, 2020 Report
What a team! I have been dealing with different solicitors over the years, never did I come across with service and efficiency such as this guys, I have done now over five transections with them, and every single one was a great success! thank you Jillian- and team :
Jason Morgan
Jan 25, 2020 Report
We have used AST Hampsons on numerous occasions both personally and on behalf of our business. We have found them to be nothing but professional, punctual and thorough. Jillian was outstanding, friendly and excellent at communicating with us each step of the way.
Karina D.
Dec 17, 2019 Report
I used AST Hampsons for sale of the property. Samantha was very professional and kept me well informed all the way through. Thank you once again for your outstanding engagement in the sale.
Belinda Mustoe
Nov 03, 2019 Report
We used AST Hampsons for their conveyancing service when moving house. They were always friendly and professional and all documents were completed in a reasonable time frame so thanks to their hard work we were able to move on our preferred date, which was great. Jillian and Tracey do a fantastic job and wouldn't hesitate to recommend them, I have already done so to some friends and family members who are in the process of moving.
Cheeellll
Oct 30, 2019 Report
Me and my partner James could not rate AST Hamptons enough. Anna Murzell was recommended to us and we would highly recommend her to anyone. Her colleague Charlie was also great. They both answered every call and email with a fast response and as we are first time buyers and had no clue what we was doing we asked ALOT of questions. We were always reassured and told everything what was happening and how the process worked.

We are so over the moon that we get our keys to our home today without any stress or problems thanks to Anna and Charlie. We are very grateful for everything. Thank you! Chelsea, James the bump and puppy
Chelsea Grieves
May 27, 2019 Report
I would just like to say a massive thank you to both Mr Taylor and his assistant Hamza for acting on my behalf on a Land Registry matter. The service at Hampsons is both excellent and friendly, I certainly would have no hesitation in instructing them again. Many thanks.
Jon F.
Jan 01, 2019 Report
We have just used AST Hampsons for the purchase of our first house and couldn't be happier with the quality of service we received. Anna Murzell who was acting on our behalf was brilliant. We were first time buyers so our knowledge of the buying process was a little limited, but Anna kept us informed throughout the entire process and was always on hand to answer any of our questions no matter how small.

Her expertise and support really did help make what could have been a stressful situation as smooth and easy as possible. If you are thinking of buying or selling, we would highly recommend AST Hampsons!
Stuart Healey
Aug 12, 2018 Report
My experience of dealing with AST Hampsons has been exemplary. My solicitor Jillian Josephson is a delight, courteous, easily contactable, knowledgeable, and most importantly effective. The reception staff are always polite and dutiful. I would not hesitate in recommending them.
David P.
May 24, 2018 Report
The service we have received to date has been very prompt, and any questions we have asked have been addressed straight away. Overall excellent service.
Georgina G.
Mar 11, 2018 Report
AST Hamspons are a wonderful legal service going above and beyond to help me deal with multiple contracts simultaneously. They are efficient and flexible enabling me to meet deadlines, often with short notice. They respond timely to correspondence and have worked well in my behalf with other parties. I would definitely recommend them!!
Siobhean C.
Nov 17, 2017 Report
Absolutely fantastic service, very understanding. A pleasure dealing with, such friendly and helpful staff.
Lee Trippier
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We have used James Taylor over the last 13 years for a few house sales. James and Angela are very professional, friendly and highly efficient. It has been a pleasure dealing with ast hampsons over the years and we recommend to family and friends. If you have any house purchases or sales you will not be disappointed with James and his team. 5 stars.