Our Practices

All Solicitors are subject to rules and principles of professional conduct that are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (known as ‘the SRA’), which is the independent regulatory body of the Law Society of England & Wales.

All the independent practices of GLP Solicitors are law firms. As independent partnerships, each GLP practice is separately authorised and regulated by the SRA, with the following reference numbers: Bury: 307015 and Prestwich (LLP): 543409*.

* GLP (Prestwich) LLP is registered as an LLP in England & Wales with the Partnership No: OC351774, and has the SRA ID: 543409

Both LLP practices trade as ‘GLP Solicitors’.

The address and telephone number of each practice can be found below.

All GLP Solicitors practices are VAT registered in England as GB registrations: Bury (150587759), Prestwich (732571637).

GLP Solicitors (Bury) Central Office – Maple House, 8 Haymarket Street, Bury, Lancashire, BL9 0AR, 0800 138 6061 bury@glplaw.com

GLP (Prestwich) LLP also trading as GLP Solicitors (Prestwich) Portland Terrace, 9, Fairfax Road, Prestwich, Manchester, M25 1AS, 0161 773 8626 prestwich@glplaw.com​ with branch office at Pendlebury – GLP Solicitors (Pendlebury) 672, Bolton Road, Pendlebury, Swinton, Manchester M27 8FH, 0161 793 0901 pendlebury@glplaw.com

GLP Legal Management Limited Central Office – Maple House 8 Haymarket Street Bury Lancashire BL9 0AR 0800 138 6061 accounts@glplaw.com

Service Information

For the sake of clarity we offer the following services from the following offices:

Bury

• Personal Injury
• Employment
• Debt Recovery
• Corporate and Commercial
• Probate and Estate Administration
• Landlord and Tenant
• Property Disputes
• Dispute Resolution

Prestwich

• Personal Injury
• Probate and Estate Administration
• Family
• Conveyancing

Pendlebury

• Personal Injury
• Probate and Estate Administration
• Family
• Conveyancing

Conversion of Partnership to an LLP

The partners of GLP Solicitors (Bury) have applied to the Solicitors Regulation Authority to convert the partnership to a Limited Liability Partnership. Subject to approval by the SRA, we intend to convert on the 1st of August 2024.

Here are some frequently asked questions (FAQs) that clients might have regarding the conversion of GLP Solicitors from a partnership to a Limited Liability Partnership (LLP), along with corresponding answers:

1. Why is GLP Solicitors converting to an LLP?

GLP Solicitors (Bury) has been practicing as a traditional partnership for over 50 years. The partnership is converting to an LLP (Limited Liability Partnership) which are the modern, partnership equivalent of a limited company. Most professional services firms such as lawyers and accountants now use this type of entity. The new partnership will still trade as GLP Solicitors, but will be registered with Companies House as GLP (Bury) LLP. It allows for a flexible management structure, personalised service, whilst providing the partners with limited personal liability. 

2. What are the benefits of converting to an LLP?

For clients, the conversion to an LLP means enhanced security and transparency. It ensures that while benefiting from the personalised service of a partnership, they also gain the reassurance that their legal matters are handled within a structure that protects partners’ personal assets. As an LLP, there are reporting requirements to Companies House, giving the public enhanced visibility about the workings of the business. Converting to an LLP also offers partners limited liability protection, which means their personal assets are safeguarded against business liabilities.

3. Will the ownership structure or management of GLP Solicitors change after the conversion?

The basic ownership structure and management of GLP Solicitors will remain exactly the same to that of the partnership. Partners will still have control over the firm’s operations. We use the word Partner to refer to any Members of the LLP, or any employee who is a lawyer of equivalent standing. Upon request we will provide you with a list of LLP Members (the business owners) and a list of people who have the title of Partner but are not Members. As a Limited Liability Partnership no personal liability attaches to any Member or Partner.

4. How will the conversion affect client relationships and ongoing cases?

The conversion will not impact client relationships or ongoing cases. Clients will continue to receive the same high level of service and dedication from GLP Solicitors, with no interruption to their legal matters. The LLP will take over the conduct of and will be responsible for all clients’ legal work and therefore any existing contracts with our clients for the provision of legal services will be assigned and/or novated to the LLP. Any Terms of Business between our clients and this firm should therefore be deemed to be amended accordingly.

Converting to an LLP underscores GLP Solicitors’ dedication to client satisfaction and trust. It demonstrates a proactive approach to strengthening client relationships through enhanced legal protections and a robust operational framework.

5. What legal steps are involved in converting to an LLP?

Converting to an LLP typically involves drafting and filing a conversion agreement, updating internal documents, and complying with relevant regulatory requirements. The only legal step that affects clients, is that we may need you to sign a document transferring the funding agreement between you and the partnership, to the LLP. If we ask you sign such a transfer, that is legally called a ‘novation’.

6. Will the name of the firm change after the conversion?

The name “GLP Solicitors” will remain the same after converting to an LLP, as this is a trading name, but this can change depending on the firm’s specific branding and marketing decisions. The underlying entity moving forwards will be called GLP (Bury) LLP.

7. Will there be any changes in fee structures or billing practices after the conversion?

There will be no changes in fee structures or billing practices due to the conversion. Clients will continue to receive transparent billing and fair fee arrangements, ensuring clarity and consistency in their financial interactions with GLP Solicitors. We may need clients to sign a document transferring the funding agreement between you and the partnership, to the LLP. We may ask you sign such a transfer that is legally called a ‘novation’.

8. How does the conversion contribute to the firm’s ability to serve clients better?

Converting to an LLP allows for a modern, more agile management structure. This allows the partners to predict, anticipate and react to changes in the market place for the benefit of clients. It also strengthens GLP Solicitors’ ability to attract and retain top legal talent, thereby enhancing the firm’s capabilities and expertise. This translates into better service, innovative solutions, and continued excellence in client representation.

9. What assurances do clients have regarding the continuity of service and commitment after the conversion?

Clients can be assured that the conversion to an LLP is aimed at fortifying the firm’s commitment to providing exceptional legal services. There will be no compromise in the dedication and professionalism with which GLP Solicitors handles their legal needs. We will maintain exactly the same, high-level of regulatory and professional standards as we had before conversion.

10. How will the conversion impact the firm’s future growth and strategic direction?

Converting to an LLP can provide the firm with a more stable platform for growth, investment and career progression, allowing it to attract and retain talented professionals and expand its service offerings. The LLP structure provides a stable foundation for GLP Solicitors’ growth and development by allowing different forms of investment in the business. It enables the firm to expand its service offerings, adopt new technologies, and innovate client-centric solutions, all geared towards enhancing the overall client experience.

11. Will the Bank details and client account remain the same?

Our existing partnership business will transfer to the LLP in its entirety, which means that all client files, legal responsibility and confidential information will be transferred to GLP (Bury) LLP on 1st August 2024.

If you have any questions about this change please do not hesitate to contact us.

12. Will there be changes to Regulation and Insurance?

Our Professional Indemnity Insurance will be transferred in to the name of the LLP on the 1st August. We hope to continue to be regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority once they approve our application to convert to an LLP. The LLP will be given a new SRA number.

Lexcel is the Law Society’s practice management standard. It is a scheme to certify that certain standards have been met following independent assessment.​

GLP Solicitors’ independent legal practices are all committed to eliminating unlawful discrimination, harassment or bullying incidents throughout their firms and to promoting equality and diversity within their policies, procedures and work practices.

The Partners of the various firms are also committed to ensuring equality and diversity in all GLP Solicitors’ offices and allied concerns.

This applies to their clients, staff and Partners, other solicitors and third party contacts. Resultant from the regulatory requirements of the Solicitors Regulation Authority, as signatories to the Law Society Charter on Equality & Diversity and our own internal policies covering equality and diversity matters, we are obliged to publish a summary of aggregate information about GLP Solicitors on the GLP website.

The 2023 survey results are summarised on the document that can be downloaded here : Diversity and Equality Summary Download 2023.

Subject to the SRA’s timetable and direction, following the bi-annual pattern since 2013, it is envisaged that the next profession-wide ‘Diversity’ survey will be undertaken in 2025 a summary of which will be published shortly thereafter.

The GLP Solicitors practices are committed to providing high quality legal advice and client care.

If you are unhappy about any aspect of the service you have received, or about the invoice or bill for professional services that has been issued, please contact the Complaints Partner (clientcare@glplaw.com) for each legal practice using the telephone number or email address shown on the relevant page on this website, or by post.

If you are not satisfied with the firm’s handling of your compliant you can request the Legal Ombudsman on 0300 555 0333 to consider your complaint.

Our Complaints Policy is available here.

Price Transparency

All solicitors are required by the Solicitors Regulation Authority to display on their website a range of prices for a specific number of work-types, including residential conveyancing, probate and estate administration, debt recovery and employment.  This is intended to allow consumers of legal services (‘clients’) to make more informed decisions as to the provider of their legal services.

Whilst the information contained in the pages below are representative of our legal fees, we recommend that you do speak to the office to obtain an appropriate quote for the specific circumstances in your specific matter.

Click below to download the relevant documents for the work undertaken at each office.

Service Information

For the sake of clarity we offer the following services from the following offices:

Bury

• Personal Injury
• Employment
• Debt Recovery
• Corporate and Commercial
• Probate and Estate Administration
• Landlord and Tenant
• Property Disputes
• Dispute Resolution

Prestwich

• Personal Injury
• Probate and Estate Administration
• Family
• Conveyancing

Pendlebury

• Personal Injury
• Probate and Estate Administration
• Family
• Conveyancing