Merrils Ede is changing

With effect from 30th September 2026, Merrils Ede has been acquired by Harding Evans LLP.

If you are an existing client, you should have received written communication of the acquisition, but if you haven’t please email haley.evans@hevans.com who will arrange for a copy of the communication to be sent to you.

What this means for you and your current legal matter:

We want to reassure you that Janet Tillyard has moved across to Harding Evans and will continue to handle your matter, ensuring complete continuity of service. For the time being, the contact details will remain the same, but we will inform you of any changes in due course.

What this means going forward:

The acquisition by Harding Evans, means you now have access to a wide range of legal services for both individuals and businesses, from the office in Penarth.

In addition to the services that you are accustomed to, the wealth of knowledge at Harding Evans extends to family law, clinical negligence and serious injury and dispute resolution, right through to commercial services including litigation, property, debt recovery, employment and corporate and commercial.

Harding Evans may be a new name in Penarth, but they are well established. Like Merrils Ede, they have a proud history and can trace their roots back to the 1870’s. An award-winning, regional firm, their mission is to provide clear, honest and high-quality legal advice in an environment that is approachable, inclusive and welcoming for clients and colleagues alike.

You can find out more information on Harding Evans, their team, and their full range of services, here.