Farleys Solicitors celebrates the official opening of East Lancashire office

By Rob Kelly

16 Jul 2025

Farleys new office

Farleys Solicitors has officially opened its new East Lancashire flagship office.

The grand opening event on Thursday 10th July welcomed more than 100 guests, including clients and contacts of the firm.

The new office, situated at Shuttleworth Mead Business Park in Padiham, represents a significant milestone in Farleys' ongoing commitment to its clients and colleagues. The state-of-the-art facility is designed to offer a modern and welcoming environment for all, reflecting the firm's dedication to excellence and innovation.

Farleys Solicitors has a rich history in Lancashire, having served the community for more than 65 years.

The business was established with a vision to offer comprehensive legal services to individuals and businesses alike.

Over the years, Farleys has grown to become one of the leading law firms in the region, known for its expertise in various legal disciplines, from services for individuals and their families to commercial law services for businesses. The firm's investment in flagship offices in East Lancashire is a testament to its continued growth and success.

Ian Liddle, managing partner at Farleys said: "We are excited to officially open the doors to our new office in Padiham.

"This expansion is a significant step in our journey to better serve our clients and to recruit the best legal talent in East Lancashire. The new office not only enhances our ability to provide top-notch legal services but provides colleagues with an excellent working environment.

“We have multiple meeting rooms, boardrooms, and event space available to not only meet the demand for legal services but also available for use by our clients and contacts where needed.

"The opening of a new East Lancashire hub has been an ambition of mine and the Farleys’ management team for some time and it’s fantastic to finally see our plans come to fruition and be so well received by colleagues and clients alike.”

The opening event featured tours of the new facilities, entertainment from local musician David Jaggs, and refreshments in the form of canapes and drinks provided by Carringtons Catering.

Lisa Edge, from GB Shared, said: "A stunning building, vast amounts of workspace, beautifully surrounded by natural views, ample parking, a welcoming, and very experienced team, ensuring east Lancashire has easy access to professional legal support.”

The firm is excited to embark on this new chapter and is committed to maintaining its high standards of service and client care for communities and businesses across Lancashire.

Farleys Solicitors LLP is a leading law firm based in the North West. With offices in Manchester, Preston, Blackburn, Padiham, Rawtenstall and Wigan, the firm specialises in all aspects of private and commercial law.

Established in 1958, Farleys has over 180 staff, including 30 partners across its six offices, with nationally recognised legal experts in its key practice areas and is ranked by the Chambers and Legal 500 directories as a leading law firm.

For more information about Farleys Solicitors and the services they offer, please visit their website or contact the East Lancashire office directly on 01282 718000

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