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Express Solicitors continues growth trajectory with second acquisition of the year

Express Solicitors has finalised another acquisition with the purchase of fellow Manchester-based firm Graham Coffey & Co.

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Construction worker awarded £285,000 after toe amputation

Express Solicitors has supported a dad who had to have four toes amputated after his GP misdiagnosed his infection as athlete’s foot.

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Express kicks off a series of deals by acquiring data and cyber crime law firm

Express Solicitors has snapped up Liverpool-based HNK Solicitors, a firm that handles civil liberties, data breach, cyber crime and criminal injury claims.

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Highly Commended in diversity and inclusion award

Our diversity and inclusion work achieves a high commendation

Our EDI Network has been honoured at this year’s Modern Law Awards with a Highly Commended accolade in the Diversity & Inclusion category.

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Appeal success after claimant denied use of medical evidence

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Mum-of-two awarded £95,000 after being run down by a moped

Express Solicitors has helped Loraine White obtain a life-changing settlement after she was injured by a moped on a pedestrian crossing.

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Express Solicitors continues growth trajectory with second acquisition of the year

29 April 2025

Top 100 personal injury law firm Express Solicitors has finalised another acquisition with the purchase of fellow Manchester-based firm Graham Coffey & Co. Graham Coffey & Co was set up in 2000, the same year as Express, and now, with Graham Coffey retiring from the practice, the two other main partners and all staff will […]

When to Claim: Time Frame For Claiming Compensation After A Work Accident

28 April 2025

If the worst has happened and you’ve been injured in an accident at work, claiming compensation can help cover medical costs, lost wages and other expenses. However, knowing how long after an accident at work you can claim is important for a successful claim. Missing the deadline could mean losing your right to compensation. In […]

Express kicks off a series of deals by acquiring data and cyber crime law firm

23 April 2025

Top 100 law firm Express Solicitors is continuing its ambitious growth plans confirming its first acquisition of 2025. The personal injury law firm has snapped up Liverpool-based HNK Solicitors, a firm that handles civil liberties, data breach, cyber crime and criminal injury claims. HNK Partners Brian Higgs and Craig Newton will join Express as part […]

How is Fault Decided After a Car Accident in the UK?

22 April 2025

Car accidents can be stressful and overwhelming, especially if you’ve suffered a personal injury. One of the most important aspects of the claims process is determining who is at fault, as this affects insurance payouts and compensation claims. When it comes to car accident fault determination rules, UK law takes negligence, duty of care and […]

How a Good Personal Injury Solicitor Can Make All the Difference

3 April 2025

Personal injury claims are often complex and emotionally taxing. Whether you’ve been injured in a road traffic accident, suffered a fall, or been harmed due to clinical negligence, navigating the legal process can be overwhelming. One of the most crucial decisions that can be made during this time is appointing a solicitor to handle the […]

Motorcycle Accident Claims: Your Essential Guide

1 April 2025

Motorbikes are hugely popular in the UK, with over 1.4 million people riding regularly. Despite making up less than 3% of road traffic, motorcyclists account for a disproportionately high number of serious injuries and fatalities. This is why it is so important to take extra precautions to stay safe and to know what steps to […]

Express Solicitors welcomes new senior clinical negligence solicitor

26 March 2025

Express Solicitors has strengthened its clinical negligence team with the appointment of Tanzeela Aslam as Partner and deputy head of the department. Qualified as both a solicitor and a barrister, Tanzeela joins Express from fellow Manchester-based personal injury firm Thompsons Solicitors. She specialises in birth injury claims, particularly cerebral palsy cases, but has acted across […]

Express Solicitors readies itself for further growth

26 March 2025

Express Solicitors has released its statutory accounts for 2024 as it continues to push its aggressive growth strategy and line up more acquisitions. Turnover has been on the up for the past few years. The firm announced a £42.5 million turnover in its statutory accounts for 2023 and for year ending August 2024, they show […]

My Training Contract – Kate Hall

19 March 2025

My Journey at Express Solicitors: From Graduate Scheme to Trainee Solicitor Prior to joining Express Solicitors, I had recently completed my LPC exams at Nottingham Trent University while finalising my dissertation. During this time, I worked part-time in hospitality and explored my career options. That’s when I discovered the Express Solicitors Graduate Scheme; an opportunity […]

Why expert evidence is vital for amputee clients

18 March 2025

Max Cosstick, Associate in our Clinical Negligence department, wrote an article for the November issue of PI Focus explaining how expert evidence is key to securing the best rehabilitation outcome for amputee clients. Read more: PI Focus (November 2024) Max Cosstick explores how expert evidence is key to helping amputee clients.

Construction worker awarded £285,000 after misdiagnosis leads to amputation

17 March 2025

Express Solicitors has supported a dad who had to have four toes amputated after his GP misdiagnosed his infection as athlete’s foot. Michael Jones visited his doctor numerous times after noticing a black rash around his feet, but on each visit, his concerns were dismissed. Eventually, he was referred to the hospital and was diagnosed […]

Cycling Accident Claims: Your Essential Guide

11 March 2025

Cycling is an excellent way to stay active and commute sustainably, but accidents can happen. Michael Green, a keen cyclist and Express solicitor, sets out the steps you should take to prevent accidents, explains what to do if you are involved in a crash and answers common questions frequently asked by cyclists when making a […]

Our diversity and inclusion work achieves a high commendation

7 March 2025

Our EDI Network has been honoured at this year’s Modern Law Awards with a Highly Commended accolade in the Diversity & Inclusion category. To find out what makes our EDI Network so brilliant, watch the video below to see some of the amazing initiatives that were championed last year. We were also shortlisted in the […]

Appeal success after judge rules that medical evidence did not establish causation

25 February 2025

Ebony Hornby, a solicitor in our Employers’ Liability department, has written an article for Solicitors Journal about a case in which a judge overturned a decision to strike out the claimant’s injury claim. The initial ruling came after the claimant was denied permission to rely on medical evidence, despite the defendant having fully admitted liability. Read […]

Non-Legal Careers at Express: Turning my passion into a career…

17 February 2025

What was your professional background prior to joining Express? I was a chef for 11 years. I’d always been a ‘tech nerd’ in my own time, building PCs and generally being the person who friends and family came to for tech-related issues. Why did you decide on a career change? When covid hit and restaurants […]

RBS doubles credit support as Express plans for further growth

14 February 2025

Express Solicitors has had its revolving credit agreement with The Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) renewed and doubled, so it’s now worth £16m. The funding will allow the firm to continue its ambitious growth and acquisition strategy throughout 2025 and beyond. It will also make funds available for increased marketing spend and the recruitment of […]

Injured on the Slopes? Your Guide to Ski Accident Claims

14 February 2025

Millions of Brits hit the slopes each year and recent reports show that participation is returning to pre-pandemic levels. While it is great that more people are enjoying winter sports, skiing remains an ‘extreme sport’ with a higher level of risk than many others. If the worst happens and you or a family member are […]

Mum-of-two awarded £95,000 after being run down by a moped

4 February 2025

Express Solicitors has helped a mum-of-two obtain a life-changing settlement after she was injured by a moped on a pedestrian crossing. As a result of the accident, Loraine White sustained broken ribs and fractured her right knee, which required immediate surgery. Loraine was further devastated when the driver was found not guilty after he told […]

Chloe Turner: Getting a Training Contract

4 February 2025

At Express Solicitors, we pride ourselves on nurturing talent and providing real hands-on experience for aspiring legal professionals. Chloe’s journey is a testament to how our structured training and supportive environment help young lawyers thrive. Chloe joined Express Solicitors through our Graduate Scheme, which seeks newly graduated professionals with law or business degrees. The scheme […]

Express CEO joins the Lawyer Hot 100 2025 list

28 January 2025

Express Solicitors CEO, James Maxey, has made his debut in The Lawyer Hot 100 2025 with the prestigious list highlighting the huge growth of the firm he set up nearly 25 years ago, its award-winning training scheme and the multiple acquisitions he’s driven. The list recognises the most adventurous, innovative and dynamic lawyers and encompasses […]