Manchester · Established Practice
Considered legal advice. Decisive results.
Alexander James Solicitors is a Manchester law firm acting for businesses and individuals across England and Wales. We put the needs of our clients at the centre of everything we do — fast, discreet and pragmatic.
Our promise
"We put the interests of our clients first."
Fair, transparent pricing. No hidden fees. Direct access to qualified solicitors who will guide you through every stage of your matter.
- SRA ID
- 637901
- Based in
- Manchester
- Since
- 2017
What we offer
Three principles that shape every case we take on.
Bespoke Advice
We start every matter by reviewing and understanding your unique circumstances. Our advice is tailored — never templated.
Specialist Law Firm
We act for a broad range of clients with a pragmatic approach, listening to your priorities and developing a strategy built on trust.
Dependability
Our lawyers guide you through your case with practical advice and clearly set out all the options available to you.
Practice areas
Expert solutions for both your private and business needs.
Public Law
Challenging the decisions of public authorities and regulators.
Learn moreJudicial Review
Court challenges to unlawful decisions of public bodies.
Learn moreCivil & Criminal Litigation
Strategic dispute resolution for businesses and individuals.
Learn moreRegulatory Law
Compliance, investigations and enforcement defence.
Learn moreAnti-Money Laundering (AML)
AML compliance, HMRC supervision and MLRO support.
Learn moreFinancial Services & FCA
FCA authorisations, payments and e-money compliance.
Learn moreBanking Law
Bank disputes, account closures and lending advice.
Learn moreImmigration Law
Visas, settlement, naturalisation and deportation.
Learn moreSkilled Worker Sponsor Licences
Sponsor licences, HR compliance and Home Office audits.
Learn moreInsolvency — Corporate & Personal
Director, creditor and debtor insolvency advice.
Learn moreFamily Law
Divorce, finances, children and protective orders.
Learn moreLandlord & Tenant and Property Disputes
Possession, lease and property dispute work.
Learn morePersonal Injury
Compensation claims for injury at work, on the road and in public.
Learn moreEmployment Law
Tribunal claims, settlement agreements and workplace disputes.
Learn moreCommercial Property
Acquisitions, leases, finance and development work.
Learn moreResidential Conveyancing
Sales, purchases, remortgages and transfers of equity.
Learn moreBusiness & Corporate Law
Company structures, contracts and corporate transactions.
Learn moreDispute Resolution
Commercial dispute resolution and ADR.
Learn moreAbout the firm
A team of trusted advisers, focused on results.
Everything we do centres on solving problems, rather than highlighting all the difficulties. We pride ourselves on efficient procedures and clear solutions, but we continually strive to deliver results more effectively.
We offer fair and transparent prices with no hidden fees or extra charges, and third-party funding options are available pursuant to Counsel's advice.
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A Manchester law firm with national reach.
Our office is on Cheetham Hill Rd, a short walk from Manchester city centre and Victoria Station. We act for clients across Greater Manchester and the wider North West, and routinely represent businesses and private individuals nationwide using secure email, video conferencing and electronic signatures.
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Head office
59 Cheetham Hill Rd, Cheetham Hill, Manchester, M4 4FS
Opening hours
Mon – Fri: 9:00 – 17:30. Out-of-hours by appointment.
Telephone
+44 7344 141 814
info@ajsolicitors.org
Frequently asked questions
Answers to the questions we hear most often.
- Where are Alexander James Solicitors based?
- Our head office is at 59 Cheetham Hill Rd, Cheetham Hill, Manchester, M4 4FS. We act for businesses and individuals throughout Greater Manchester, the North West and across England and Wales — meeting in person at our Manchester office or remotely by phone, email or video call.
- What areas of law do you cover?
- Our core practice areas are litigation, public law and judicial review; regulatory law and anti-money laundering; financial services, banking and FCA authorisations; and immigration including Skilled Worker sponsor licences. Each matter is handled by a qualified solicitor or specialist with relevant experience.
- How are your fees structured?
- We offer transparent pricing — fixed fees for defined pieces of work, hourly rates for ongoing matters and, in suitable litigation cases, third-party funding pursuant to Counsel's advice. You will receive a written estimate before instructing us and clear updates as the matter progresses.
- Do I need to come to your Manchester office?
- No. While we welcome face-to-face meetings at Cheetham Hill Rd, most clients are happy to deal with us remotely. We use secure email, video calls and electronic signatures so distance is rarely a barrier to instructing us.
Speak with a solicitor today.
We ensure fast, discreet handling of all your legal matters. Our team is ready to discuss your case in confidence.