Counsel Banking Operations

The law firm of James Johns and Co was established in 1975 and since that time has grown steadily and firmly. The practice has always operated through a series of departments and so offers a specialized service in all areas of the law from its 3 closely linked offices.

The majority of the partners previously worked in the City of London before coming together at the centre of London Docklands. The Senior Partner retains his links with the City as a Freeman of the City of London. The firm is the longest established Solicitors’ practice in London Docklands.

The firm believes that this location in modern and comfortable offices in London Docklands puts it in easy reach of everyone. Readily accessible by road the principal office is now only minutes away from the City of London.

Acting on behalf of individuals and businesses throughout the UK and overseas, the firm offers a best quality of service and a high degree of professionalism.

The firm believes in a “hands-on” approach to the law backed by personal attention to detail. It numbers amongst its clients small and medium size companies, major plc’s as well as individuals.

Contact us:

11 Lawrence Square, London E14 9RE

Tel: +44 (0)20 75367200, Fax: +44 (0)20 75386142, e-mail jonj@london-law.co.uk

Property

Our Property Department combines a thorough knowledge of the law with realization of the importance that property plays in the lives of us all. Our legal expertise in this field is used in conjunction with a practical and pragmatic approach to the law to reach the desired results for our clients. The property related work broadly comprises:

• The sale and purchase of residential property.

• The sale and purchase of commercial property.

• The granting, disposal or acquisition of leases.

• The purchase of UK properties for overseas residents.

We are on the panels of all major banks and over the years have developed a network of other specialists upon whom we may call for advice on behalf of our clients.

Company and Commercial

Our Company and Commercial Department handles a wide ranging corporate client base. Amongst the services provided by this active department are:

• The acquisition, disposal, re-structuring and mergers of companies.

• The dissolution and cessation of companies and business activities.

• The drafting and negotiating of all commercial contracts and agreements.

• The day to day running of company affairs.

• Intellectual property law advice including patents and trade marks.

• Entertainment law and computer law.

Providing independent and impartial advice to companies both large and small has earned an enviable reputation for care, precision and meticulous attention to detail.

Family

The family Department deals with all aspects of family law including:

• Separation.

• Divorce.

• Pre-nuptial settlements

• Maintenance and child support.

• Adoption.

• Housing problems.

Probate

The Probate Departments cover all aspects of work in connection with:

• The making of Wills and codicils.

• The obtaining of grants of Probate.

• The day-to-day administration of trusts and estates.

Litigation

Our Litigation department recognizes that litigation is, more often than not, the means of last resort. For this reason, the firm’s policy has always been, where possible (and where appropriate), to negotiate a favourable settlement rather than resort immediately to litigation. This is not to say that we approach litigation in a “softly softly” manner - on the contrary, if we cannot achieve our Clients’ aims by negotiation then proceedings are instituted and fought vigorously. Much of the advocacy at court is carried out “in house” thus avoiding as much as possible the additional costs of hiring a Barrister.

The Litigation Department offers specialist advice in the following areas for both Plaintiff and Defendant:

• Debt collection (we offer a fully computerized system).

• Bankruptcy.

• Commercial and contractual disputes.

• Landlord and tenant.

• Personal injury.

• Consumer activities and services.

• Employment disputes (for both employer and employee)