About us
Our ethos
We are proud to be an independently owned and financed high street law firm, dedicated to providing top-quality services to both private and commercial clients. This means that we’re not acting in the interests of corporate shareholders - we’re acting in your best interests. The partners of the firm and most members of staff are based locally in Worcestershire, meaning that they have a deep understanding of the area’s history and what makes it unique.
We believe that in order to operate at a high standard, we need to build personal relationships with you. In fact, most of our work either comes from long-standing clients and their families, or as a result of recommendations from these existing clients. We take time to understand your unique situations and communicate with you clearly and directly.
Building relationships with our clients
We are committed to being forward-thinking and drawing from our collective experiences to provide a more effective and valuable service. Our specialists take the time to understand each client’s situation to suggest tailored solutions that will bring long-term success. In order to ensure that we meet a high standard of client service, we hold a number of accreditations that demonstrate this commitment.
- Many of our experts are members of schemes and professional bodies such as CQS, ACTAPS, PNLA and Resolution.
- SME Solicitors is a Lexcel-accredited firm, meaning that we are assessed annually by the Law Society. We have a strong track record of achieving highly in our Lexcel assessments each year.
- Most recently, some of our support staff have taken part in the Law Society’s Client Care Microcredential, which we hope to expand upon in our further training and professional development programmes.
Many clients comment that our members staff, whether that be fee earners, support staff or receptionists, are friendly, knowledgeable and approachable. When clients seek legal advice, this can often be at an emotionally taxing time, but we make special efforts to put you at your ease and to reduce the stress of the situation.
We want to ensure that our clients are kept up-to-date on their matters by providing clear updates and explanations as to why things are taking place. Furthermore, we aim to be as transparent as possible when discussing fees. Our aim is to make legal processes a more personal and stress-free process.
Playing our part in Worcester's community
As the product of a merger between March & Edwards (established in 1935) and John Stallard & Co (dating back to 1840) - two of Worcestershire’s oldest firms - SME Solicitors has a long and established history in the local area. Giving back to the community and local charities is something that SME Solicitors has prioritised since its founding in 2011.
- We provide ongoing support to Redgate Sports as our chosen charity for 2024-25. Redgate Sports provides physical education and mentoring opportunities to children who need it most.
- We have previously sponsored Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust (2022-23).
- The firm has previously supported the Worcestershire Breast Unit Haven and continues to support the Worcestershire Community Foundation.
- Many of our members of staff participate in externally organised charitable activities, which the firm supports through donations and a paid day of charity work. As part of our fundraising activities, we also organise an annual charity quiz involving local businesses.
- Ian Stirzaker and Samantha Lloyd, two of our Partners, are members of the Worcestershire Ambassadors.
Our specialists and expertise
Our team of specialists has a range of experience in both the commercial and private client spheres, which we use to proactively tailor our offering to you. Ultimately, this expertise allows our people to suggest unique solutions for your individual circumstances, as well as to provide the support you need in what can sometimes be frustrating and emotionally difficult situations. With this extensive experience and a commitment to excellence, SME Solicitors helps clients navigate legal matters with confidence and clarity.
We are proud of our fantastic team, with whom we share a goal of delivering high-quality, effective and personalised legal advice to clients. Whether you're moving house, dealing with an employee issue, chasing an unpaid invoice, or planning for the future, our specialist team strives to provide expert advice and support.
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SME Solicitors is a trading name of Stallard March & Edwards LLP. Our registered company number is: OC358891.
We are authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. Our SRA ID number is: 553566. A copy of the Authority's rules is available on the SRA's website.
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