Glanvilles Legal Services and Anderson Rowntree Solicitors Join Forces

Long-established West Sussex law firm Anderson Rowntree Solicitors is joining the Glanvilles family.

On 1^st April 2022 Anderson Rowntree will become part of Glanvilles following a successful merger. Anderson Rowntree will trade under the name Glanvilles Anderson Rowntree.

This merger adds Anderson Rowntree’s 30 staff and two local offices in Petworth and central Chichester to Glanvilles 60-strong team and three established offices in Chichester, Fareham and Havant.

Anderson Rowntree’s commitment to their clients and high legal standards makes them the perfect fit with the Glanvilles ethos of providing top quality legal advice and first-class client service.

Adding Anderson Rowntree’s team to the Glanvilles family will give local people in West Sussex and Hampshire access to a wider pool of expertise from the combined firm’s five local offices, resulting in an even better service for clients.

Glanvilles CEO Jeremy Weeks said:

“I am delighted to welcome Anderson Rowntree Solicitors to Glanvilles. The development of the firm’s legal services in West Sussex will be significantly enhanced by our two firms joining forces. Anderson Rowntree Solicitors long history in the county and range of legal services complement and enhance the Glanvilles offering.”

Anderson Rowntree Senior Partner Will Stisted said:

“As one of the longest established law firms in West Sussex, we have benefited over the years from successful mergers to provide long term stability and protect our reputation for quality service to our clients.

“Glanvilles share the same core values that we hold and have a wealth of expertise in private client, commercial and residential property, corporate, family and ligation and are highly experienced and respected in their fields.

“We believe that their strengths, together with our own depth of knowledge and experience in these fields, are a natural fit for both firms and will continue our legacy in West Sussex.”

What this means for Anderson Rowntree clients

If you are an existing client of Anderson Rowntree Solicitors, you do not need to do anything. You will still continue to receive the same great quality service from the same people, and Anderson Rowntree’s existing offices will remain open.

The key change you will see is the rebranding of Anderson Rowntree as Glanvilles Anderson Rowntree from 1^st April 2022. You will also now have access to the combined expertise of both firms for all of your personal and business legal needs.

About Anderson Rowntree Solicitors

Anderson Rowntree Solicitors is one of the oldest and most established law firms in West Sussex, with roots going back to 1850. The firm has local offices in Chichester and Petworth, offering both personal and business legal services.

Anderson Rowntree has a reputation for exceptional client care, grounded in core principles of integrity, teamwork, investment, commitment and excellence. This focus will be maintained following the merger with Glanvilles, ensuring that Anderson Rowntree’s excellent reputation, heritage and clients are fully respected.

About Glanvilles Legal Services

Glanvilles is an award-winning law firm operating across West Sussex and Hampshire, supporting businesses and individuals. The firm has local offices in Chichester, Fareham and Havant.

Clients benefit from the Glanvilles client promise, which is:

Our staff will be friendly, respectful and attentive.
Your concerns will be listened to, your questions answered, and your options explained in plain English.
The cost of dealing with your requirements will be made clear to you from the outset.
We will answer your phone calls and emails promptly.
We will keep you regularly updated at all times.

We feel this aligns perfectly with the core principles of Anderson Rowntree, ensuring both firms' clients will benefit from this.