Solicitors join forces to strengthen position in Hampshire

From Wednesday, May 1, Parker Bullen, a legal practice which opened in 2021, will merge with Kirklands Solicitors, a well-established firm boasting over 40 years in Romsey and Totton. 

The current Kirklands offices in Romsey and Totton will be known as Parker Bullen Incorporating Kirklands from Wednesday, May 1, with Parker Bullen retaining its current office in The Hundred in Romsey, in addition to premises in Andover, Salisbury and Witney.

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Managing partner at Parker Bullen Gareth Horner said: “As a firm we have grown significantly over the last few years, expanding from two offices at the beginning of 2021 to a firm of six offices and more than 100 employees from May. 

Left to right front row: Michelle Berry, Sheryl Ward, Rebecca Wiltshire, Louise Maidment, Jason Evans, Hafwen Webb; Left to right back row: Suzanne Foster, Ashley Partridge, Gareth Horner, Peter Slade, Tom Bessant, Giles Bevan-Thomas (Image: Parker Bullen LLP and Kirklands Solicitors LLP)

"Our history and the reputation we built up in Andover and Salisbury served us well when opening our Romsey office in 2021 and our Witney office in 2022, and this merger with Kirklands will allow us a new exciting avenue into Totton and the wider New Forest area. 

"Having met the Kirklands team on many occasions, we are convinced that their values align keenly with ours in relation to looking after our clients and colleagues to deliver the best legal services we can.”

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Managing partner for Kirklands Solicitors Peter Slade, said: “We are excited to embark on this journey with Parker Bullen LLP and unite our strengths to deliver unparalleled legal services to our clients.

"This merger represents a significant milestone for both firms, and we are confident that together, we will continue to set new benchmarks in the legal industry.”

Parker Bullen Incorporating Kirklands will continue to offer legal services to individuals, families and businesses across the South with the current Partners and staff from Kirklands continuing to practise after the merger. 

To find out more about the firm and how they can support you with your legal needs, call 01794 328688, email info@parkerbullen.com or visit its website at parkerbullen.com.