Spratt Endicott announces merger with Alfred Truman Solicitors

Law firms Spratt Endicott and Alfred Truman Solicitors have announced that they have merged to offer clients more legal expertise and choice in the regions of Oxfordshire, Northamptonshire and Buckinghamshire.

Spratt Endicott partner John Spratt said: "This merger is between two established law firms who want to work together in offering clients a broader range of expertise and improved access to that expertise. Our vision is to maintain and grow our reputation as a respected law firm delivering personalised legal services. We want to enjoy success and growth for our clients, our firm and our business partners."

Howard Meakin, a partner at Alfred Truman Solicitors, added: "This merger is a really good opportunity for both companies. We are proud of Alfred Truman's heritage and excellent reputation in Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire, but we also understand that clients need a broad spectrum of specialist expertise. We are delighted to now be joining with a firm who are large enough to offer a full range of expertise, while still sharing our values and commitment to client service."

Client service

Shamsher Pangu, another partner at Alfred Truman Solicitors, commented: "Our existing clients can be assured that they will continue to receive the same level of client service and contact with partners, but they will now have access to over 100 experienced staff working in ten specialist departments, covering the full spectrum of legal expertise."

In May 2002 Spratt Endicott demerged from Shoosmiths, and since then the firm has continued to grow. Earlier this year, Spratt Endicott changed its status to a limited company.

The two law firms will retain their existing trading names in their offices in Banbury and Brackley, while the newly merged offices in Bicester and Buckingham will be known as Spratt Endicott Truman Solicitors.

The companies will now trade together with a combined turnover of £6m and over 100 employees. There are plans to grow the business by 15 per cent each year and invest a significant amount of time in continuing to develop staff. Both firms advise they will be investing in further technology and improved processes in order to support their clients' legal needs effectively.

Spratt Endicott partner David Endicott said: "The growth and development of Bicester [office] is very exciting to us. I speak on behalf of all the partners here in saying that we want to build both firms together and provide a real choice of quality legal services to people living and working in and around Bicester and Buckingham."

Image from left to right: David Endicott, Howard Meakin, John Spratt, Shamsher Pangu