Express Solicitors has reported a record £117.2 million group turnover for the financial year ending August 2026, marking a substantial rise from last year’s £87.1 million. The 2026 figure includes an £18.5 million turnover from sister company and medical agency Ontime Reports up from £14.8m last year. The past 12 months have been defined by […]
Luke Ettenfield‑Nann has been appointed as our new Director of Mergers & Acquisitions, strengthening strategic growth capabilities during a period of significant expansion for Express Solicitors. Luke joins with more than seven years’ experience advising on mid‑market M&A transactions across Telecoms, IT and SaaS. His background spans both advisory and in‑house M&A, combining end‑to‑end sell‑side […]
Express Solicitors has completed the acquisition of Recovery Assist, the specialist personal injury firm based in Greater Manchester, hot on the heels of previous acquisitions Aegis Legal Ltd and Sorrymate / Smooth Law. The deal further accelerates Express Solicitors’ growth strategy and significantly strengthens its portfolio of specialist brands and claim types. As part of […]
During May, Express had a team of three cyclists take part in the 2026 Tour de Manc and a team of 10 run The Great Manchester 10K all in aid of the North Staffordshire branch of brain injury charity Headway. This was part of our ‘Head-May’ fundraising campaign, a whole month dedicated to fundraising vital […]
Investing in training and development is a key part of how we support our people and deliver the highest standards for our clients. As part of that commitment, we regularly invite leading figures from across the legal profession to share their expertise and insights with our teams. Most recently, we welcomed Nick Bacon KC, one […]
We have once again been rated an ‘Outstanding’ workplace by our staff in the Best Companies internal survey. The survey is the largest employee engagement survey in the UK and asks questions on a number of topics including leadership of the company, personal growth and wellbeing. Last year we also moved up 10 places to […]
Following on from the launch of Express Chambers, the advocacy arm of Express Solicitors, a new Chief Clerk has been appointed to help manage and grow the department. Neil McHugh joins the team from 7 Harrington Street Chambers in Liverpool and will be tasked with helping to grow Express Chambers. He’ll be responsible, along with […]
Express Solicitors has expanded its specialist personal injury offering with the acquisition of Sorrymate, a well‑known legal brand dedicated to supporting motorcyclists injured on the road. As part of the deal, Express Solicitors will continue to operate and invest in the Sorrymate brand, part of wider personal injury firm Smooth Law, ensuring its strong […]
Express Solicitors is proud to sponsor Harry Gowler, a Trainee Solicitor in our RTA department, as a player at Upper Hopton Cricket Club. The club, which competes in the Halifax Cricket League, closed the 2025 season on an impressive 150 points. Supporting our colleagues both in and outside of work is an important part of […]
Express Solicitors is one of the founding members of a new trade body that will promote the positive impact of the £5.5bn-plus claimant legal industry on the lives of consumers, as well as championing the careers of the tens of thousands of people it employs. The Consumer Legal Association (CLA) brings together leading law firms, […]
Express Solicitors has strengthened its position in the personal injury sector with the acquisition of Aegis Legal Ltd, a move that further expands the firm’s national reach and enhances its specialist legal services offering. The deal marks a significant step in our ongoing growth strategy, bringing additional expertise, resources and client support capabilities into the […]
If you had an ongoing claim with PM Law, you’ll likely have questions. You might be worried about your file, your funding, your deadline, or whether your case can still go ahead. Here’s what you need to know, what to do next, and how to protect your personal injury claim. What happened to PM Law? […]
We have added to our achievements and purpose by evidencing the substantial effect we have on society as a whole as well as the injured people we represent. A new report, compiled by Pragmatix Advisory, a leading independent research group, looked at the Manchester firm’s figures from 2024 and comprehensively assessed the impact on injured […]
The established advocacy team at Express Solicitors has launched its own brand identity and will now be known as Express Chambers. Express Chambers is an integrated chambers model comprising employed barristers, pupils, advocates, and clerks, and is an opportunity for barristers to be part of the employed Bar. Barrister, Partner, and Head of Express Chambers, […]
International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women On 25 November, Express Solicitors observed the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, joining the global effort to raise awareness of gender-based violence and advocate for change. This day serves as a critical annual reminder of the pandemic of violence against women and […]
Boxing & Breathwork This International Men’s Day Express Solicitors was proud to support men’s mental health by hosting a proactive and engaging session with the brilliant local charity, Mandem Meetup. We welcomed the Manchester-based men’s mental health and wellbeing charity to our South Court HQ for an inspiring and energetic ‘boxing and breathwork’ session. This […]
Express Solicitors has secured private equity investment from Ufenau Capital Partners, which will accelerate growth of the booming personal injury law firm. Hot on the heels of announcing another rise in turnover – which now stands at £88.5m, up from last year’s figure of £70.6m (including sister company Ontime Reports’ figures) – the deal will […]
We have had a fantastic year of growth and success at Express, and it has been an exciting few months for our Advocacy department, with lots of progression and new team members. Well done to Emily Balls and James Watkins who have both successfully completed pupillage. We are delighted that they have accepted permanent positions […]
At Express Solicitors, we are committed to fostering a supportive and menopause-friendly workplace which means proactively addressing health topics that affect our experienced, valuable team. This month we proudly welcomed The Menopause Charity to our South Manchester HQ for an incredibly informative session on menopause support. Why Menopause at Work is a Business Imperative Understanding […]
Express Solicitors has recorded another rise in turnover which now stands at £88.5m, up from last year’s figure of £70.6m. Medical reporting agency Ontime Reports, and sister company to Express Solicitors, is up to £14.8m from £11.5m last year for turnover and that figure makes up part of the overall total. Earlier in the year, […]
Express Solicitors has continued its commitment to the growth and development of employees with this year’s round of promotions. Sixty-five staff members have been promoted across Express Solicitors in varying departments. In Ontime Reports, a sister company of Express and part of the overall total, 14 employees have been promoted. Express Solicitors CEO James Maxey […]
