Willans LLP solicitors is a Cheltenham based full service law firm with a long track record dating back to 1947. The firm serves both businesses and private individuals, providing specialist advice across corporate and commercial, real estate, employment and private client matters. Willans has earned recognition from independent guides such as Chambers UK and The Legal 500 for multiple departments, underscoring its technical depth and industry standing while maintaining a client focused approach.

Willans places a premium on client service, combining clear communication, pragmatic legal guidance, and a collaborative, partner led approach. The firm emphasizes accessibility and responsiveness, supports clients with training and proactive advice, and maintains Lexcel accreditation for client care and service standards.

With an international reach and a strong regional footprint, Willans advises global companies on UK law and handles significant private and commercial matters in the South West. Its multidisciplinary teams work across sectors including agriculture, technology and real estate to deliver integrated solutions that align legal strategy with clients' business goals.

About Willans LLP solicitors

Founded in 1947

100 people in their team


Practice areas
Corporate & Commercial
Real Estate
Employment & Labor
Private Client
Lawsuits & Disputes

Languages spoken
English

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Practice areas

Corporate & Commercial

Willans offers Corporate & Commercial services to large corporates and owner-managed businesses, providing strategic guidance on company law, mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, corporate finance and broad commercial contracts. The team combines technical expertise with pragmatic, business-focused advice to support growth while mitigating risk.
Administrative
Admiralty & Maritime
Agriculture
Antitrust
Aviation
Business Registration
Contract
Due Diligence
Franchising
Gaming
Government Contract
Licensing
Merger & Acquisition
Transportation
Venture Capital
Cannabis Law
Nonprofit & Charitable Organizations
International Trade Law
Government Relations & Lobbying
Private Equity
Corporate Governance
Sanctions & Export Controls

Real Estate

Willans' Real Estate team provides clear advice on sales and acquisitions, leases, property finance, development and property disputes for developers, investors, charities and individuals. The team works closely with corporate and private client specialists to manage complex transactions and ensure regulatory compliance and local requirements.
Commercial Real Estate
Housing, Construction & Development
Foreclosure
Land Use & Zoning
Landlord & Tenant
Mortgage
Real Estate Due Diligence
Real Estate Contracts and Negotiations
Brokerage
Conveyancing

Employment & Labor

Willans' Employment & Labor team handles a broad range of employment law matters for businesses and individuals, including disputes, senior executive severance, restructurings, contracts and policies, and business immigration. The practice emphasises practical, business-focused advice and proactive risk management.
Employment Rights
Hiring & Firing
Job Discrimination
Labor Law
Pension
Retirement
Sexual Harassment
Social Security
Wage & Hour
Wrongful Termination
Whistleblower & Qui Tam
Employment Benefits & Executive Compensation

Private Client

Willans' private client team offers wills, trusts and probate, estate planning, lifetime and discretionary trusts, and Court of Protection services for high net worth individuals and families, with tailored planning, asset protection and tax guidance.
Elder Law
Estate Planning
Guardianship
Nursing Home Abuse
Probate
Trusts
Will & Testament
Elder Abuse Law

Lawsuits & Disputes

Willans' Litigation & Dispute Resolution team provides a powerful partner for a wide range of disputes, including contract, debt recovery, intellectual property, property and professional negligence matters, with emphasis on practical dispute resolution and early ADR where possible.
ADR Mediation & Arbitration
Appeal
Class Action
General Litigation
Ethics and Professional Responsibility
Commercial Litigation
Antitrust Litigation
Restructuring & Insolvency

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