PRESS RELEASE
August 2026
Leading South West legal firm, Amicus Law, announces “best ever” first quarter in its
22-year history, with a 22.5% growth in turnover against the same period in 2025 and
an increase of 65% in profits for the year so far.
With record financial results and a direct year-on-year growth, the results highlight
the firm’s elevated position across the region and an ambition to match. It also recognises the firm’s development within its 113-strong team, ongoing technical
investment, a huge increase in new business and strengthened financial planning –
thanks to a renewed business strategy and long-term succession planning.
Compared directly against the same period in 2025, the growing firm has seen an average of nearly 60% increase across all case types, broken down by:
- 135% increase in Commercial
- 116% increase in Employment
- 39% increase in Family matters
- 37% increase in Litigation
- 19% increase in Private Client
- 5% increase in Residential Conveyancing
Claire Lovett, Managing Partner at Amicus Law, comments, “The results speak for
themselves. We finished 2025/26 in a strong position and the results from our first
quarter have further amplified our strong regional position. Growth is a key area of
our business plan and having secured five years of continuous growth, we know our
strategy will support this ambition for the years ahead.
“We have a strong and passionate team at our core, and will continue to invest in
their development and needs, ensuring we offer the most professional and personal
service to our clients.”
In the last quarter alone, the firm has seen its youngest-ever Equity Partner being
appointed, its youngest Associate being promoted as Head of Office in Taunton, a
strategic Head of Disputes hire and the recruitment of a commercial sales support
team.
Lovett adds, “We have a strong investment programme within our strategy, which
includes plans to create more local jobs, additional branches and improved IT
systems. The next five years will be the biggest and most important to Amicus Law,
and I am proud to be at the helm with an ambitious team surrounding me.”
Renowned for its reputation in providing professional, approachable and cost-
effective legal solutions, Amicus Law offers a wide range of personal and commercial
services including family law, employment, immigration, commercial and residential
property and conveyancing, wills and probate, agriculture, dispute resolution,
personal injury, agriculture and business legal advice. The award-winning firm is led
by a team of experienced solicitors and legal professionals who are committed to
providing personalised service and achieving the best possible outcomes for their
clients.
With ten offices across Devon, Somerset and Dorset, Amicus Law provides a client-
focused approach to ensure client goals remain at the heart of every decision. To
find out more, visit www.amicuslaw.co.uk.
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Notes to Editors
Media contacts:
For all media enquiries, please contact Charlie Lilley or Chris Penfold, via:
amicuslaw@adpr.co.uk.
Photo caption:
Amicus Law partners pictured left to right: Simon Brimacombe (Partner), James
Armstrong (Partner), Brett England (Partner, Head of Corporate), Stephen Forsey
(Partner), Claire Lovett (Managing Partner) and Lauren Preedy (Partner and Family
Solicitor)
About Amicus Law Solicitors
Amicus Law is a client-focused law firm delivering expert legal advice with a modern
and friendly approach. With offices across Somerset, Devon, and Dorset – including
Bridgwater, Wellington, Minehead, Yeovil, Martock, Exeter, Taunton, Ilminster,
Tiverton and Weymouth – the firm is deeply rooted in the communities it serves,
offering accessible, local support to individuals and businesses alike.
Known for its strong reputation in providing cost-effective legal solutions, Amicus
Law offers a wide range of services including family law, property and conveyancing,
wills and probate, dispute resolution, and personal injury. The firm is led by a team of
experienced solicitors and legal professionals who are committed to providing
personalised service and achieving the best possible outcomes for their clients.
Amicus Law’s philosophy is grounded in professionalism, approachability and
community connection, delivering trusted legal services with a human touch.
For more information, please visit www.amicuslaw.co.uk
