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Our Story

A law firm built on trust, experience, and results.

Founded in London in 2001, SolicitorsCorner has grown from a small practice into a respected firm with expertise across five key areas of law.

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Our History

Two decades of steadfast legal service

SolicitorsCorner was established in 2001 by senior partners Elizabeth Hargreaves and Jonathan Ashworth, who shared a conviction that excellent legal work and genuine client care were not mutually exclusive.

Starting from a single office near Lincoln's Inn Fields, the firm grew steadily through word-of-mouth referrals. As our reputation expanded, so did our team and our expertise. Today, we serve thousands of clients across England and Wales from our central London base.

Through every period of growth, our founding principles have remained unchanged: give honest advice, communicate clearly, and work tirelessly in our clients' interests.

2001

Year founded

5

Practice areas

40+

Legal professionals

Our Values

Principles that guide everything we do

Integrity

We give honest advice, even when it's not what you hoped to hear. Our reputation depends on it.

Empathy

Legal problems are rarely just legal. We approach every client's situation with genuine care and understanding.

Excellence

We hold ourselves to the highest professional standards in every piece of work we produce.

Partnership

We work alongside our clients, not above them. Your goals shape our strategy.

Our Partners

Led by experienced senior solicitors

Every partner at SolicitorsCorner brings deep specialist expertise and a personal commitment to client care. When you instruct us, you deal directly with the experts handling your case.

Elizabeth Hargreaves — Senior Partner, Head of Family Law

Senior Partner, Head of Family Law

Elizabeth Hargreaves

LLB (Hons) Cantab · Called 2006 · 18 years experience

Elizabeth leads our Family Law department with a calm authority that has earned her widespread recognition among clients and peers alike. She is particularly skilled in complex financial remedy cases and matters involving children, having appeared in the High Court Family Division on numerous occasions.

Specialisms

Divorce & Financial RemedyChild ArrangementsInternational Family Law

Jonathan Ashworth — Senior Partner, Criminal Defence

Senior Partner, Criminal Defence

Jonathan Ashworth

LLB (Hons) UCL · Called 2002 · 22 years experience

Jonathan has built a formidable reputation in criminal defence over more than two decades. A tenacious advocate with exceptional attention to detail, he has successfully represented clients in the Crown Court, Court of Appeal, and Privy Council, including in complex fraud, serious violence, and white-collar matters.

Specialisms

Serious CrimeFinancial Crime & FraudAppellate Work

Priya Mehta — Partner, Corporate & Commercial

Partner, Corporate & Commercial

Priya Mehta

LLB (Hons) LSE · Called 2010 · 14 years experience

Priya advises a broad range of commercial clients, from high-growth start-ups to established businesses. Her practical, commercially astute approach means clients receive advice that is legally sound and business-ready. She is frequently instructed on cross-border transactions and has a particular expertise in the technology sector.

Specialisms

M&A & InvestmentsCommercial ContractsTechnology & IP

Marcus Thompson — Partner, Property Law

Partner, Property Law

Marcus Thompson

LLB (Hons) Manchester · Called 2008 · 16 years experience

Marcus has extensive experience across all aspects of property law, from straightforward residential conveyancing to complex commercial development transactions. His methodical approach and clear communication ensure clients always understand where their matter stands.

Specialisms

Residential ConveyancingCommercial LeasesProperty Disputes

Catherine Webb — Partner, Wills & Probate

Partner, Wills & Probate

Catherine Webb

LLB (Hons) Bristol · TEP · Called 2012 · 12 years experience

Catherine is a member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) and advises individuals and families on all aspects of estate planning and administration. She combines deep technical expertise with a warm, sensitive manner that clients find invaluable, particularly during difficult times of bereavement.

Specialisms

Will Drafting & Estate PlanningProbate AdministrationInheritance Disputes

Professional Standards & Accreditations

Solicitors Regulation Authority

Law Society

Resolution (Family Law)

STEP (Trust & Estate Practitioners)

Criminal Bar Association

Ready to discuss your situation?

Our solicitors are available Monday to Friday, 8:30am–6:00pm. We offer a free initial consultation so you can understand your options without commitment.