Business Details
38 Years
experience
Expert Legal Services in Warrington
Fiona Bruce Solicitors was founded in 1988 by Fiona Bruce and has grown to become the largest independent solicitors practice in Warrington. With over 35 years of experience, the firm combines professional legal expertise with a strong ethical ethos, actively supporting community and charity projects. Our team of 30+ members holds accreditations including Lexcel and the Conveyancing Quality Scheme, reflecting our commitment to excellence. We specialise in areas such as Commercial Law, Employment Law, Family Law, and Wills & Probate, providing tailored solutions for both businesses and individuals.Our client-focused approach ensures complex legal matters are explained clearly, with a proven track record of 99% client recommendation. The firm's leadership includes partners with decades of experience, advanced specialisations, and memberships in professional bodies like the Law Society and Resolution. Our accessible premises in Warrington and competitive pricing model ensure high-quality legal services remain within reach for all clients.
Services
Commercial Law
Employment Law
Family Law
Wills & Probate
Residential Conveyancing
Personal Injury
Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We have over 35 years of experience in delivering legal expertise.
- Our team includes specialists with advanced accreditations in family and private client law.
- We hold industry-leading accreditations including Lexcel and the Conveyancing Quality Scheme.
- We actively support local community and charity projects.
- Our client-focused approach ensures tailored solutions for every case.
Associations and certifications
- Lexcel
- Conveyancing Quality Scheme
What people say
Outstanding service
Highly recommend
Great rapport
Very professional
Warm and inviting
Services
Commercial Law
Our Commercial Law team advises businesses on contracts, shareholder agreements, acquisitions, and regulatory compliance. We support private limited companies and owner-managed businesses with strategic legal solutions. Our expertise ensures your commercial operations remain legally sound and competitive.
Family Law
We handle divorce, child custody, cohabitation disputes, and financial settlements with sensitivity and expertise. Our solicitors are accredited by the Law Society's Advanced Family Law Panel. We prioritise client well-being while achieving fair legal outcomes.
Wills & Probate
Our specialists assist with will drafting, inheritance tax planning, probate administration, and lasting powers of attorney. We hold the Conveyancing Quality Scheme accreditation for probate services. Our team ensures your estate planning needs are met with precision.
Residential Conveyancing
We manage property transactions including purchases, sales, remortgages, and leasehold transfers. Our conveyancing team specialises in first-time buyer schemes and complex property disputes. We ensure smooth transactions with clear communication throughout the process.
Employment Law
We advise employers and employees on contracts, disciplinary matters, redundancy, and tribunal representation. Our solicitors include specialists in unfair dismissal and constructive dismissal cases. We provide practical solutions to workplace legal challenges.
People
Fiona Bruce
Senior Partner
Founder of the firm in 1988, Fiona specialises in Wills & Probate and holds STEP accreditation. She pioneered the first sole practice Lexcel accreditation in the UK and remains active in community projects.
Philip Porter
Managing Partner
Qualified in 1995, Philip leads family law services and is the only Advanced Specialist Family Solicitor in Warrington. He manages firm operations and maintains quality accreditations.
Steve Gray
Partner
Head of Private Client services since 2007, Steve specialises in charity law and probate. He advises on inheritance tax planning and court of protection matters for elderly clients.
Rachael Latham
Partner
Head of Residential Property, Rachael specialises in property transactions including adverse possession claims. She became partner in 2025 after a decade of property law experience.
Tim Grainger
Partner
Employment Law specialist since 2019, Tim advises employers and employees on disputes and personal injury claims. He previously worked as a barrister and with international NGOs.
Questions
What areas of law does Fiona Bruce Solicitors specialise in?
We specialise in Commercial Law, Employment Law, Family Law, Wills & Probate, Residential Conveyancing, Personal Injury, and Litigation & Dispute Resolution.
Are Fiona Bruce Solicitors accredited by professional bodies?
Yes, we hold accreditations including Lexcel and the Conveyancing Quality Scheme, reflecting our commitment to quality standards.
How long has Fiona Bruce Solicitors been in business?
The firm was founded in 1988 and has over 35 years of experience in legal services.
Do you offer tailored legal solutions for businesses?
Yes, we provide customised legal advice for private limited companies, owner-managed businesses, and charities.
What is Fiona Bruce Solicitors' approach to client service?
We prioritise clear communication, ethical practice, and tailored solutions to meet individual client needs.
Where is Fiona Bruce Solicitors based?
We are based in Warrington, Cheshire, with accessible premises and client parking available.
Reviews (4)
Brian Kirkland
May 16, 2022
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Fiona Bruce was highly recommended, i travelled nearly 1 hour each way as a result. Upon arrival the greet is excellent. I was made to feeling very welcome, As a solicitor and obviously want to make money, I travelled with paperwork from Salford, I was no wiser when I collected the paperwork if I should hire fiona Bruce. Their was no guidance or direction as to knowing if I had a case to pursue without paying an hefty sum for a consultation. someone having work and financial issues cannot afford. the expirience left me to deal with the matter without help.
James Phillips
Feb 08, 2022
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I cannot recommend James Thornton, Head of Litigation at Fiona Bruce, highly enough. Honest, open, patient ( especially with some of my questions! ) good humoured and most of all extremely savvy. He took charge of our case involving fraudulent misrepresentation of our house purchase and delivered us a resounding victory. He took care to explain the legal complexities in a way we could understand, offer insight into how he would advise the other party if he was representing them, and ultimately let us make the decisions. Litigation is a daunting and tedious prospect at times; it takes some courage and staying power. James however, really did make the process as seamless, streamlined and supported as it could be. Extremely satisfied customers!
Martin Kempster
Jan 04, 2022
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Website says "We deal with most aspects of purchases, including new builds and shared ownership." But was told on the phone they don't deal with new builds, so that should probably be updated
Sam Newton
Dec 23, 2021
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I recently used Rachael Finnegan in conveyancing for both a sale and purchase. Having been a previous client of the firm 4 years ago with an extremely positive view then it was a no-brainer to return. I can say that Rachael and the team were outstanding throughout the process and went above and beyond to ensure that I moved before Christmas. Thanks to all the team and keep up the great work!
