Legal support for the manufacturing sector.

With our roots firmly in the Black Country and surrounding area it’s no surprise that a large part of the advice we give is to the region’s manufacturers.

Legal advice that speaks your language.

We understand the manufacturing industry.

We advise on issues such as the acquisition and disposal of companies, land and premises, commercial contracts and dispute resolution, debt recovery, HR & employment matters, the protection of Intellectual property, Planning and Environmental Law, as well as regulatory advice (including health and safety advice).

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With our roots firmly in the Black Country and surrounding areas it’s no surprise that a large part of the advice we give is to the region’s manufacturers.

With offices in Bridgnorth, Shrewsbury, Telford, Wolverhampton, Redditch and Church Stretton, our understanding of how we can help businesses in the sector comes from the vast experience we’ve gained over the years helping manufacturing SME’s resolve their legal problems.

Our expert Manufacturing Legal Team have the strength in depth and experience to advise across a range of commercial matters to ensure SMEs receive practical, cost effective advice that supports their business objectives.

Our experience of working with manufacturing businesses means that there is no matter we haven’t dealt with before and no issue we haven’t come across giving you peace of mind that you are working with leading lawyers who know the industry inside out.

We pride ourselves on getting to know you and your business, providing first class advice and a transparent approach.
Recognised as a ‘Top Tier’ firm for the advice they give, our experienced team are always on hand to help.

FBC Manby Bowdler is proud to support/sponsor:

What is the Future of British Manufacturing Initiative?

We are proud to be working with Autodesk and other key industry partners on this initiative, the goal of which is to help manufacturers identify and adopt technologies that will improve their performance in the 5 key capabilities, critical to success in design and manufacturing.

You can complete the online assessment to understand your readiness level across these five key areas critical to competitive advantage.

How ready is your business?

James Sage

Working with our Sector Team

Our expert Manufacturing legal team have the strength in depth and experience to advise across a range of commercial matters, we pride ourselves on getting to know you and your business, providing first class advice and a transparent approach.

- James Sage

If you operate in the Manufacturing sector and need legal advice or would simply like to find out more about how we can help you, please get in touch.

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Meet Your Lawyers


Abigail Noakes

Solicitor

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Alison Price

Partner

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Andrew Wynne

Senior Partner

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Andy Gough

Solicitor

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Charlotte Clode

Partner

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David Grove

Partner

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David Preece

Partner

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Elisabeth Glover

Senior Associate

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Emma Northall

Debt Recovery Manager

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Gareth Ruddock

Partner

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Guy Birkett

Partner

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James Sage

Partner

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Jaspreet Kler

Associate

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Julia Fitzsimmons

Partner

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Neil Lloyd

Managing Partner

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Nicole Beddall

Solicitor

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Stuart Rea

Partner

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Tracy Worthington

Partner

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What Our Clients Say
 

The professional, friendly service we received was reassurance that through our dealings with FBCMB we had protected our company. I trusted the advice and help I received from FBCMB. It was helpful that they would explain in detail the implications of the options available to us so I could make a decision fully aware of the ramifications my choice would have.

Julia Fitzsimmons

Mr W

 

I used FBCMB for a business/commercial and found them to be helpful, professional and informative.  Their costs were as quoted.  I would recommend them and if I need their services in the future I would certainly use them again.

Jaspreet Kler

Ms G

 

Very professional and knowledgeable service - all dealt with promptly and efficiently -
Guy kept us informed from the first meeting to closing the file. Would not hesitate to recommend Guy Birkett at all. Should we ever have the need for any legal advice in the future, we would not use anyone else.

Guy Birkett

Mrs J

 

Another case concluded. Another case put to rest. Another one bites the dust. Thank you very much to FBC Manby Bowdler and special thanks to Gareth for winning cases for us. This is probably the 9th Case that has been concluded in our favour. Again Gareth we appreciate and respect you so much for your effort you put in to these cases. We are truly blessed to have met you honestly.

Gareth Ruddock

Mr J