Expert small business lawyers

How we do things differently  

Transparent pricing plans: We understand that managing cash flow is a major concern for many small businesses. That's why we offer low cost subscription plans that are transparent and predictable. With our Enable subscription plan, you get access to senior small business lawyers for a fraction of the cost of traditional law firms, so you can budget for your legal needs in advance and keep your legal costs under control.

Attracting the best talent from across the UK: The remote operating model not only improves the work-life balance of our lawyers but also widens the talent pool available to us. Allowing us to attract the best small business lawyers from across the UK.

A one stop for all of your legal needs: As a full-service law firm, we can help you throughout your business journey, from securing investment, drafting and negotiating agreements to resolving disputes and obtaining new premises.

Dedicated support: Our solicitors are free from the administrative burdens that are often associated with more traditional law firms, allowing them to focus on providing you with sound legal advice.

Fast turnaround times: We understand that small businesses need to be agile and have the ability act quickly. Our team of experienced solicitors provide legal advice to thousands of small businesses, so we're likely to have encountered your legal requirements before. The experience within the team means that we are likely to complete the work efficiently, avoiding any unnecessary delays.

Testimonials

What our clients say

Harper James provides my small growing business with a scalable, reliable, team-oriented approach to legal advice. Whenever we face a problem, I know that Harper James are there to provide helpful and cost-effective advice, to scope out the options, make clear the costs and risks, and give me the information I need to make decisions.

Bryn Richards CEO, Aeristech

I like that I can communicate with Harper James on my own terms. We have access to all the legal services we need under one subscription plan, so there’s no need for us to look elsewhere. It’s great having a one-stop solution that’s both efficient and cost-effective.

Jojo Regan Co-founder, Manors Golf

Harper James has been instrumental in our growth and success. Their expert guidance has transformed the way we operate, enabling us to implement best practices across various areas of our business. Thanks to their support, we now operate with a level of maturity and sophistication that sets us apart from other organisations of our size.

Nick Clapham Managing Director, VirtueUK

Being able to lean on the team at Harper James as backup or a sounding board is great. They understand the need for commerciality and help provide another perspective – which again keeps us moving forward.

Ella Russell Legal Counsel and Climbing Coach, Lattice Training

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As a start-up, acquiring quality legal advice can be expensive and costs can rack up quickly. The annual subscription we have with Harper James makes it easier for us to access high-quality support at an affordable cost from lawyers who understand us and have a deep interest in our business.

Marcus Pheonix Founder, Candy Castle Animations

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Harper James provides my small growing business with a scalable, reliable, team-oriented approach to legal advice. Whenever we face a problem, I know that Harper James are there to provide helpful and cost-effective advice, to scope out the options, make clear the costs and risks, and give me the information I need to make decisions.

Bryn Richards CEO, Aeristech

I like that I can communicate with Harper James on my own terms. We have access to all the legal services we need under one subscription plan, so there’s no need for us to look elsewhere. It’s great having a one-stop solution that’s both efficient and cost-effective.

Jojo Regan Co-founder, Manors Golf

Harper James has been instrumental in our growth and success. Their expert guidance has transformed the way we operate, enabling us to implement best practices across various areas of our business. Thanks to their support, we now operate with a level of maturity and sophistication that sets us apart from other organisations of our size.

Nick Clapham Managing Director, VirtueUK

Being able to lean on the team at Harper James as backup or a sounding board is great. They understand the need for commerciality and help provide another perspective – which again keeps us moving forward.

Ella Russell Legal Counsel and Climbing Coach, Lattice Training

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As a start-up, acquiring quality legal advice can be expensive and costs can rack up quickly. The annual subscription we have with Harper James makes it easier for us to access high-quality support at an affordable cost from lawyers who understand us and have a deep interest in our business.

Marcus Pheonix Founder, Candy Castle Animations

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Partners who understand your business

Our small business lawyers have a deep understanding of the unique pressures and challenges you face as a small business owner. For many of us, the journey here not only includes working for some of the most highly regarded law firms in the UK, but also working in businesses, usually as legal counsel but sometimes as senior leaders.

Our approach is all about making legal support as clear, accessible, and relevant to you as possible. We pride ourselves on being approachable, cutting through the jargon to provide solutions that truly meet your needs. We’ll take the time to explain your options, so you can make decisions with confidence, knowing that you’ve got a team who truly understands your business at every stage of its journey.

Join over 5,000 entrepreneurs who have relied on us to tackle legal challenges, overcome obstacles, and unlock growth.

Adam Kudryl

Chief Legal Officer & Head of Corporate

Adam is Chief Legal Officer & Head of Corporate, responsible for the legal services aspects of Harper James.

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Jill Bainbridge

Partner and Head of Intellectual Property

Jill has specialised in intellectual property protection, dispute resolution, brand and reputation management for over 20 years, having qualified as a solicitor in 1994. Prior to joining Harper James she was a Partner with Blake Morgan who she joined in 1999.

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Stephen Pearne

Partner and Head of Commercial

With over 24 years’ experience advising on commercial matters, Stephen brings a wealth of technology expertise having previously worked in-house as senior counsel to BT before joining private practice.

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Parmjit Gill

Partner and the Head of Commercial Property

Pam has over 20 years’ experience within private practice and industry. Pam is an expert in landlord and tenant law and has considerable experience in a wide range of commercial property work from portfolio management through to investment and development work. 

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Ian Carson

Partner and Head of Dispute Resolution

Ian joined our dispute resolution team in 2016 and has over 25 years of experience in handling a broad range of commercial disputes.

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Samantha Lenox

Partner and Head of Employee Share Schemes

Samantha qualified as a solicitor in 2001, she has been advising entrepreneurial businesses on their employee and management ownership programmes for more than 20 years. 

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Simon Gilmour

Partner and Head of Employment

Simon acts for employers of all sizes, particularly tech and manufacturing, and specialises in managing people matters, including TUPE, sales and acquisitions of companies, and restructures/redundancies.

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Fozia Iqbal

Senior Business Immigration Solicitor

Fozia has over 20 years’ experience across the breadth of immigration law. She qualified in 2010 and has worked predominantly in Business Immigration since 2015.

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Lillian Tsang MBA

Senior Data Protection and Privacy Solicitor

Lillian supports C-Suites, GCs and Privacy Offices with domestic and international data protection requirements. Her previous roles include serving as the Group Compliance Officer at a plc-listed company.

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Adam Kudryl

Chief Legal Officer & Head of Corporate

Adam is Chief Legal Officer & Head of Corporate, responsible for the legal services aspects of Harper James.

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Jill Bainbridge

Partner and Head of Intellectual Property

Jill has specialised in intellectual property protection, dispute resolution, brand and reputation management for over 20 years, having qualified as a solicitor in 1994. Prior to joining Harper James she was a Partner with Blake Morgan who she joined in 1999.

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Stephen Pearne

Partner and Head of Commercial

With over 24 years’ experience advising on commercial matters, Stephen brings a wealth of technology expertise having previously worked in-house as senior counsel to BT before joining private practice.

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Parmjit Gill

Partner and the Head of Commercial Property

Pam has over 20 years’ experience within private practice and industry. Pam is an expert in landlord and tenant law and has considerable experience in a wide range of commercial property work from portfolio management through to investment and development work. 

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Ian Carson

Partner and Head of Dispute Resolution

Ian joined our dispute resolution team in 2016 and has over 25 years of experience in handling a broad range of commercial disputes.

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Samantha Lenox

Partner and Head of Employee Share Schemes

Samantha qualified as a solicitor in 2001, she has been advising entrepreneurial businesses on their employee and management ownership programmes for more than 20 years. 

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Simon Gilmour

Partner and Head of Employment

Simon acts for employers of all sizes, particularly tech and manufacturing, and specialises in managing people matters, including TUPE, sales and acquisitions of companies, and restructures/redundancies.

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Fozia Iqbal

Senior Business Immigration Solicitor

Fozia has over 20 years’ experience across the breadth of immigration law. She qualified in 2010 and has worked predominantly in Business Immigration since 2015.

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Lillian Tsang MBA

Senior Data Protection and Privacy Solicitor

Lillian supports C-Suites, GCs and Privacy Offices with domestic and international data protection requirements. Her previous roles include serving as the Group Compliance Officer at a plc-listed company.

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