At AMD we understand that your needs for legal advice and support change throughout your lifetime. Practical legal advice from professionals who have taken the time and trouble to get to know you can be invaluable.
Our Core Values underpin the Services we can provide.
Specialisation
As a result of our extensive experience of dealing with matters which are important to you and your family, we are able to give you the most up to date practical solutions to any questions and problems you may have.
Personal Service
Although we make use of modern technology, we put a personal approach at the top of our priorities so that you know advice is being given by someone concerned with your affairs offering a tailored service whenever you need it.
Keeping in Touch
We recognise the importance of keeping in touch. This is not just whilst we are dealing with any specific matter, but also more generally over the years. We see it as part of our service to make you aware of the issues that might affect you as they arise.
Costs
We believe it is very important that there should be no hidden surprises for you when it comes to our charges. With this in mind, we always advise of our charges at the outset and keep you fully updated.
Few issues cause us more stress than those relating to our children and families. We all want to do the right thing for those we care about, but it can be hard to know where to go for friendly, impartial advice. At AMD Solicitors we pride ourselves on dealing with our clients in a sensitive, professional manner, helping you find the right solutions for you and those closest to you.
PLANNING FOR THE FUTURE
One of the best ways to avoid stress is by planning effectively for the future. That way you can often deal with issues before they arise, making your life much easier. Whether you are looking for advice about a pre-nuptial agreement, living-together agreement or about how marriage, a civil partnership or co-habiting might affect your interests, we can help. With decades of experience to call upon, our solicitors can help you foresee problems and put in place measures to prevent them or deal with them promptly if they do occur.
RELATIONSHIP ISSUES
Of course, no matter much you plan, issues can still occur that you need some help to resolve. We believe it is best for you and your family if the issues you have can be dealt with in a harmonious way wherever possible. That is why we specialise in non-confrontational methods of dispute resolution such as collaborative law, helping you sort out your problems with the least possible stress and emotional turmoil.
However, where such methods are not appropriate or desirable, our solicitors also have the knowledge and experience to guide you successfully through all the necessary legal action, including initiating divorce proceedings, obtaining court orders and representing you in court.
FAMILY ISSUES
Some of the hardest and most upsetting situations to deal with are those involving our children and relatives. Whether you are dealing with an inheritance dispute, issues relating to residential property, business assets or trusts, or any other issues, including care proceedings, we can offer you sympathetic advice and practical solutions.
OUR SPECIALIST FAMILY SOLICITORS IN BRISTOL CAN HELP YOU WITH:
No matter how hard we try, sometimes disagreements are inevitable. Whether this happens between family, people who work together or those with any other kind of professional or personal relationship, finding the right way to resolve a dispute is essential. Not only can successfully resolving your issues give you peace of mind, but it may also allow you to repair a damaged relationship, letting you move forward in a positive way.
NON-CONFRONTATIONAL OPTIONS
At AMD Solicitors, we believe it’s always best to settle your disagreements in a non-confrontational way wherever possible. That’s why we have trained specialists in family mediation, civil mediation and collaborative law on our team who can help you deal with your issues in a productive, more harmonious way. These options are particularly suitable for anyone in a dispute where it is important to maintain an on-going relationship afterwards, such as people going through a divorce or where there are issues between a business and one of their customers or suppliers. Going down one of these routes can also be faster and more cost effective than the alternatives.
COURT ACTION
Unfortunately, it is not always possible or desirable to deal with your issues through non-confrontational methods and going to court may be the best or only option. In these situations, we can help guide you through all of the processes involved in taking or defending a court action, whether in a family or civil matter. Based on our many decades of experience, we can offer you a realistic idea of how much such action will cost and how long reaching a resolution is likely to take.
OUR EXPERIENCED TEAM OF SOLICITORS CAN HELP YOU WITH DISPUTES BETWEEN:
Our team of Bristol-based solicitors have offices in Henleaze, Clifton and Shirehampton. To find out more, or to book an appointment, call 0117 962 1205 and ask to speak to one of our experts in dispute resolution. Alternatively, you can email Alison Dukes with your query.
Many people put off planning for the future until it’s too late, leaving their loved ones in a difficult and potentially highly upsetting situation. At AMD Solicitors, we can help you take the appropriate steps to make sure your affairs, and those of the people closest to you, are taken care of should the worst happen. With over sixty years’ experience helping clients deal with issues surrounding wills, probate, trusts and powers of attorney, we are confident we have the expertise to help you make the right provisions for your future. Getting on top of these matters now means you can get on with living your life knowing you are prepared for whatever might come next.
HOW WE CAN HELP YOU
If you are worried about what is going to happen to your possessions, children or business in the event of your death or incapacity, we can help. Alternatively, if you are dealing with the aftermath of a loved one’s death or incapacity and need advice on how to move forward, our expert solicitors are here for you. Whatever your needs, we can advise you on the appropriate legal procedures. Whether you are setting up or administering a trust, trying to find out about minimising your inheritance tax bill or looking to appoint someone to make decisions on your behalf if you become unable to do so yourself, we would love to hear from you.
OUR EXPERIENCED AND APPROACHABLE SOLICITORS ARE EXPERTS IN:
We recognise that each client is an individual with unique requirements and will do our very best to make sure we help you choose the best options for you. Our team of solicitors are based across Bristol, with offices in Henleaze, Clifton and Shirehampton. If you would like to find out more, or to book an appointment with one of our experts in wills, probate, trusts and powers of attorney, call 0117 962 1205 and ask to speak to a specialist in the relevant area. Or, to simply find out how much getting a will might cost you, request a quote online.
Our Company and Commercial Team are equipped to handle the full range of corporate transactional work and general commercial advice for UK SME businesses. We are not a large, international law firm. As a result, our extensive experience allows us to provide a high-quality service, focussed purely on SME business owners and growth companies. This also means we are able to offer a flexible and competitive approach to fees.
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WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
To take an example from 2018, our company commercial team won instructions to act on the merger and restructure of 2 IT services companies with a combined turnover of c. £5m. Our client already had a commercial solicitor but as we came recommended, we were asked to pitch for the merger work. Upon obtaining the instruction the transaction proved highly complex and required significant negotiation to achieve the client objectives. Having completed the merger and restructure, our client provided the following testimonial:
“I am writing to thank you both for the hard work you put in during our recent merger. I am very grateful for the effort you put in and thank you for the late hours you worked trying to deliver to the timescales that were being asked.
I always felt that you were part of our extended team and it felt very reassuring knowing that you had our back. Your attention to detail and ability to manage the process were excellent and one area that you re-wrote in one of the agreements could end up saving us a lot of money over the next three years.
I have no hesitation in recommending AMD and will gladly provide a reference if you ever need one.”
This shows that high value commercial work does not belong solely in the larger city centre commercial law firms, something we are very proud to promote. This demonstrates our recognition that SME owners do not have an unlimited budget for legal fees but do require high level experience. With a solid depth of experience in the commercial team we look forward to making our experience count for each of our clients, large or small.
CONTACT US TODAY
To find out more or to book an appointment call AMD today on 0117 962 1205 and ask to speak to a member of our commercial law team. Alternatively, please feel free to email the head of our commercial department, Grant McCall at [email protected].
Intellectual Property Rights are as important for SME’s as they are for big brands and household names. Our Intellectual Property solicitors work with our clients to ensure their business reputations and goodwill are not diluted in their market place.
Business owners should be safe in the knowledge that their brand name, logo and goodwill are protected so that they can exploit their IP benefits during the life of the business and safely transfer these rights to a buyer when the time is right to sell or restructure.
We assist our clients with registered trademark applications, copyright issues, licensing of IP rights and enforcing IP rights against third party infringement.
OUR SPECIALIST IP LEGAL SERVICES INCLUDE:
OUR INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY SOLICITORS IN BRISTOL
With four legal offices across Bristol, our team of expert IP solicitors are highly accessible and can arrange appointments at your premises for your convenience. Working with businesses at all levels, from local start-ups to established national companies, our team have the knowledge and experience to keep your business operating within the law, allowing you to focus on succeeding and growing.
To find out more or to book an appointment call AMD today on 0117 973 3989 and ask to speak to a member of our company and commercial law team. Alternatively, please feel free to email Director and Commercial Solicitor Grant McCall.
