Saracens Solicitors is a full service law firm based in the West End of London. We are a mid-sized practice with a national and international client base.
We specialise in commercial law, real estate and property, commercial and general litigation, personal injury, employment, family, insolvency, business and private immigration. We are also one of the foremost English law firms providing Shari’ah compliant services alongside regular client services.
Since our inception in 2005 we have grown from strength to strength through the expertise of our teams of specialists and the sheer variety of clients we service. We believe that what really differentiates us is our working style. We work with you as well as for you – ours is a collaborative approach to working in partnership with our clients to achieve your goals.
Our clients include individuals, families, start-up businesses, retailers, private and public companies, partnerships, asset managers, hospitality chains, telecommunications companies, educational institutes, off-shore companies, diplomats and embassies, Middle Eastern royalty, celebrities from the worlds of beauty and business, charities and not for profit organisations.
Founded in 2005
50 people in their team
Disclaimer:
We typically advise and act for clients with claims in excess of £15,000.00. Based on your circumstances, we will be able to provide you a consultation or advise on the next steps available to you. Please leave an enquiry with us and we will get back to you.
In the event of an unexpected death of a loved one, the validity of a will can be challenged and may give rise to family disputes, resulting in litigation. When court proceedings become necessary, we can ensure the estate of the deceased is distributed in a way you think is fair.
In the case of an unexpected death, family and friends are often left to find out whether their loved one had a will. Even when one exists, its validity can be contested or an underlying family dispute may give rise to challenging the will. Such issues are likely to result in litigation. Our experienced lawyers deal with these types of cases with tact and diplomacy to achieve the best result for you.We handle the following types of cases:
Only a legally enforceable will can ensure that an estate is distributed according to the deceased’s wishes. If court proceedings become necessary, we will advise you on your entitlements and the likely outcome of such action, guiding you to ensure the best possible solution is reached.
We combine the skills of our experienced litigation and private client teams to ensure you obtain a full range of expert advice in relation to contentious probate, inheritance and disputed wills.
A pre-nuptial agreement or pre-marital agreement is a contract that is entered into by couples before marriage which determines the division of property and assets including spousal support in the event of a divorce.
Traditionally pre-nuptials were only entered into by celebrities or the very rich however it is increasingly being used by ordinary couples who want to safeguard their assets in the event of a divorce.
There is no legislation in England and Wales relating to pre-nuptial agreements which makes them binding. However the Courts are increasingly enforcing and supporting pre-nuptials especially if certain requirements have been fulfilled at the time the agreements were entered into, such as:
At Saracens Solicitors we will help draft the agreement for you and ensure that you are accurately advised on the process.
If you undertake work for an employer as an employee, worker, or even on a self employed basis, you will have a contractual relationship with your employer. You do not necessarily need a written contract to establish a contractual relationship, you can also have a verbal contract. We can take your instructions and consider various verbal and written communications between you and your employer to determine what would be considered to be terms of your employment contract.
Oftentimes an employer will give an employee a detailed written contract of employment, and quite often they will also refer to their staff handbook, which will contain the employer’s policies. We can explain the terms of such contracts and policies to you and advise you if you are, or your employer is, in breach of the terms and how you should proceed.
We can advise employees, workers, agency workers, and those working on a self employed basis. We can carefully review your contractual documentation and make sure that it meets the requirements of current legislation. We can also assist you in negotiating terms in your contract to make them more favourable to you.
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A compromise agreement is a contract in which an employee or former employee accepts compensation (normally a financial settlement) in exchange for dropping all claims against an employer. If you find yourself in a situation where you have been asked to sign a compromise agreement, speak to one of our legal advisors immediately. We can determine whether the terms of the agreement are fair, and in some cases we will negotiate a higher payment or better terms for you.
Employment contracts can be written down or in oral form. They govern the relationship between employers and employees and detail the rights and responsibilities that each enjoys. Our trained legal advisors will help you negotiate a more favourable employment contract and explain the terms of your contract to ensure you are aware of all your rights, whether actual or implied.
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Employment contracts often contain clauses that allow employers to deduct your wages in certain circumstances. Our employment experts can confirm whether your employer is allowed to make such deductions or if they are acting unlawfully. In some cases you may be able to claim for unlawful deduction from your wages. Our specialist employment law experts will guide you through the process, advising you and helping you claim back any money that you are owed.
Here at Saracens, we aim to provide you with a comprehensive range of services that allow you to gain entry into the UK. Our dedicated immigration team possesses large levels of expertise and experience in dealing with immigration authorities, both in the UK and abroad and have successfully navigated our clients through entry clearance applications, all over the world.
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The Start-up visa is for individuals who are new entrepreneurs, wishing to start a business in the UK for the first time. The Innovator visa is suitable for non-UK nationals who have a truly innovative idea and want to set up and run a business in the UK and invest £50,000 in funds to set up that business. The Innovator visa route is more suitable for experienced entrepreneurs. Our immigration specialists regularly make applications for entrepreneur and businesspersons with great success. We will happily guide you through the entire process.
For more information, contact our immigration team today.
The Investor visa route is open to individuals with access to at least £2 million in investment funds to invest in the UK. This route has many benefits and leads to settlement in the UK.
Contact us now for clear and practical advice.
The Sole Representative visa is suitable for international businesses who wish to expand their business and access the UK market and set up a branch or a subsidiary of their business here.
The Skilled Worker category permits businesses in the UK to employ workers from outside the UK. To do so, a business must first have a sponsorship licence granted to it by the Home Office. We have assisted hundreds of businesses to obtain a licence, undertaken pre-audit compliance checks, challenge civil penalties and also conduct appeals.
Contact us now for clear pragmatic advice.
If you are married to a UK citizen/resident or are a British resident whose partner is abroad and you wish to bring them to the UK to join you, our specialist immigration team will advise you and guide you through the application process in order to reunite you with your loved one.
Contact us now for clear and practical advice.
If your unmarried partner wants to join you in the UK, you may be able to apply for unmarried partner entry clearance. The initial visa can last up to 30 months and after 5 years an indefinite leave to remain application may be made.
At Saracens, we will advise and guide you through the process.
If you are a student and wish to study in the UK, our specialist immigration team will guide you through the student visa application process. Let us help you by way of expert professional immigration advice.
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Our experienced immigration advisors are able to guide you through the visitor visa process and will ensure you are kept up to date throughout.
The services we can offer include general visitor, business visitor, family visitor and sports visitor visa advice. Contact us for clear and practical advice.
A multi-entry visa allows entry to the UK as and when you choose. We can assist in obtaining a visa that can be valid for up to 2, 5, and 10 years.
Call us now and speak to one of our specialist immigration advisors.
At Saracens Solicitors we aim to ensure that you receive comprehensive legal advice on this often complicated area of law. We do not make a drama out of a ruined holiday. We can provide legal advice on the following areas:
You may have been injured whilst travelling to your holiday, when on an aeroplane, on a cruise by sea or on a tour bus. Sometimes, you could be at a hotel when a piece of equipment falls on you or if there is defective flooring. We shall ensure that we advise you on your rights and the process involved in making your claim. Our legal team has the expertise to successfully argue your dispute. Very often, the cases do settle after a reasoned argument.
If an accident occurs when you have booked your holiday through a booking agency, it is likely that you can recover your compensation for your injury, lost income, loss of enjoyment of your trip. We recommend that you speak to the tour operator on site and complete and accident report book and contact us immediately that you are aware that you have been injured.
We will offer you guidance on the applicable law and correct level of compensation to ensure that you are not under compensated.
Auction Property
Saracens’ conveyancing team can review the legal pack that you obtain from the auctioneers beforehand and provide a report on the property, which will give you all the vital information about the property, permitting you to make an informed decision on whether to buy the property.
Buying Property
We are committed to providing you with all the vital information about the property you are purchasing and the surrounding areas. We will also advise you in relation to your mortgage, and detail the key terms of your loan and your obligations to the bank.
Selling Property
We have years of experience in ensuring that a sale proceeds efficiently and easily. We collect the necessary information from you at the outset and create a “sale pack” to go to the purchaser’s solicitors quickly to begin the process.
From our business team you will receive comprehensive expert advice. Our specialism ranges from advising sole traders to owner-managed companies as well as private and public limited companies
The advice will be tailored to your specific needs and practical requirements coupled with viable commercial solutions. Our personal approach enables us to fully understand your business and the issues that your company may be facing to allow us to provide the highest level of service and solutions which are both cost effective and pragmatic.
The experience and skill of our commercial solicitors is second to none. Whether you intend to acquire a business, or require a keen eye to review / explain the terms of a commercial contract, or even someone to draft you a partnership agreement – we can assist you. Our advisors will not just guide you but will ensure you fully understand the risks involved and will assist with strategic planning when contemplating a commercial transaction to protect your investment.
At Saracens, there are solicitors specialising in contract law. Whether you require them to draft or review a commercial contract their extensive knowledge in this area ensures comprehensive advice is always available.
Before you release confidential information, you should always consider a non-disclosure agreement (sometimes referred to as an NDA). This will allow you to regulate how your information is handled. It can be drafted to protect trade secrets, financial information, key contact information and even business ideas. Our specialised team are happy to help and can even assist if the information has been exposed in breach of an agreement.
Our solicitors have expert franchise experience and can guide you through the terms of a franchise agreement. Before you commit contractually you must know exactly what terms are being imposed and whether they are in accordance with market standards to assess whether you can meet the obligations. Equally, if you wish to set up a franchise it is vital you are guided appropriately ensuring your legal documentation meets the BFA standards.
Commercial Law Fee Structure
Licenses are required for a vast range of modern day businesses. You may want to serve hot food or host entertainment, whatever the reason without specialist help it can be a legal minefield. Licenses can be reviewed at any point and a breaches of licence can lead to penalties and even revocation. We can advise you on any changes that will affect your business to ensure you remain up to date on any legislation. Equally if you are being accused of a being in breach of a licence condition, seek expert advice.
One of the main areas practiced by our company commercial lawyers includes representation for those intending to sell as well as those proposing a company acquisition or a merger. Our due diligence process and reporting is thorough and recognised for its excellence. Our specialist commercial solicitors will guide you through the intricacies of any mergers or an acquisition and protect your interests.
When two or more people / organisations decide upon a new business venture, determining the correct form of trading entity is vital. Issues such as voting control, liability, exit mechanisms and dispute resolution (to name but a few) must be seriously considered. Our team of commercial lawyers advise with specialist know-how on partnerships, limited liability partnership and joint venture agreements.
