Sectors
Every industry has its own challenges. We provide legal support that’s built around how your sector actually works. Based in Manchester, Sale and Chester, we combine straightforward advice with real sector knowledge to help businesses across the North West and beyond.
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Different industries face different legal challenges. A construction firm needs support with contract disputes and payment terms. A healthcare provider needs advice on CQC compliance and regulatory matters. A tech company needs help with IP protection and investment agreements.
That’s why we’ve built specialist sector teams across Slater Heelis. Our solicitors in Manchester, Sale and Chester don’t just understand the law; we understand your industry’s commercial realities, competitive pressures and regulatory landscape.
Whether you’re a startup finding your feet, an established SME looking to grow, or a larger organisation managing complex operations, we take the time to learn how your business works. That means our advice isn’t just legally sound, it’s commercially practical and aligned with what you’re trying to achieve.
Our approach brings together specialists from across the firm. Depending on what you need, we can pull in expertise from our corporate, commercial, employment, property and dispute resolution teams. You get comprehensive support tailored to your sector’s specific needs.
We work closely with businesses across multiple industries, which means we stay on top of legal and regulatory developments that could affect your operations. If something’s changing in your sector, we’re across it.
If you’d like to talk to our team, give us a call on 0330 111 3131 or complete our online contact form.
Our Sector Expertise
We’ve developed dedicated sector teams that combine specialists from different legal disciplines. This means you get industry-specific insights alongside the full range of legal services you might need, from corporate transactions to employment matters, commercial contracts to dispute resolution.
The sectors we work with include:
- Professional Sports – Supporting athletes, clubs, agencies and sporting organisations with contracts, disputes, regulatory matters and commercial arrangements.
- Healthcare – Advising healthcare providers, medical practices, care homes and health tech companies on regulatory compliance, contracts and corporate matters.
- Faith & Charities – Helping religious organisations, charities and not-for-profits with governance, property, employment and regulatory compliance.
- Technology & Creative Industries – Supporting tech companies, creative agencies, media producers and digital innovators with IP protection, investment, contracts and commercial growth.
- Arts & Culture – Working with galleries, theatres, festivals and cultural organisations on funding agreements, commissioning contracts, IP rights and governance.
- Construction & Engineering – Advising contractors, developers, consultants and subcontractors on contracts, disputes, adjudications and payment issues.
- Life Sciences – Supporting pharmaceutical companies, biotech firms and medical device manufacturers with regulatory matters, IP, investment and commercialisation.
Why Choose Our Sector Approach
We speak your language
Our teams understand your industry’s commercial drivers and competitive pressures, not just its legal requirements. When we advise on a contract or a transaction, we’re thinking about the practical implications for your business.
We’re proactive, not just reactive
We help you spot opportunities and prevent problems before they affect your operations. Whether it’s upcoming regulatory changes or market trends that could create new challenges, we keep you ahead of the curve.
Our advice is commercially focused
Every recommendation we make considers your bottom line and strategic objectives. We’re not here to overcomplicate things, we’re here to help you make informed decisions that support your business goals.
Recognised sector expertise
Our sector teams include solicitors ranked in The Legal 500, Chambers and Partners, and The Times Best Law Firms. This recognition reflects the quality and depth of our sector knowledge across areas including technology, healthcare, construction and commercial law.
You get full-service capability
Through our dedicated sector teams, you have access to specialists across all legal disciplines. If your needs span employment law, property matters and commercial contracts, we coordinate that support seamlessly.
We’re locally based with sector expertise
Our Manchester, Sale and Chester teams have deep knowledge of regional and national industries. We understand the North West business landscape while staying connected to developments across the UK and internationally.
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We build lasting relationships with our clients by taking the time to understand how their businesses work and where they’re heading. Our approach is proactive; we don’t just respond to legal issues as they arise. We help you anticipate challenges and manage risks before they become problems.
As a full-service firm, we can support you across every legal matter your business faces. Whether you need help with a one-off transaction or ongoing advisory support, we provide straightforward advice that’s focused on what you’re trying to achieve.
Contact us today on 0330 111 3131 or fill out our online contact form to discuss how we can support your business.
