Following a pre-packaged administration process, well-established Leamington Spa-based Wright Hassall has become part of HCR Law.
The debt collection firm QDR Solicitors, which previously formed part of Wright Hassall, has not transferred ownership to HCR Law.
Sam Payne, Joint Head, Leamington Spa office, HCR Law, said “We’re delighted to be joined by Wright Hassall. This is about building on shared strengths and creating new opportunities for our clients and staff. For now, it’s ‘business as usual’ for clients, who we look forward to supporting further.”
Sam leads the Leamington Spa office with Joint Head, Heath Thomas. The office will operate under the name HCR Wright Hassall. The combined firm has 12 offices, 1,060 staff, and a turnover of approximately £112 million
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