Business Details
34 Years
experience
Your Trusted Motor Industry Legal Partner in Exeter
Established in 1992, Motor Industry Legal Services (MILS) has become the UK's leading law firm specialising exclusively in motor trade law. As a regulated entity by the Bar Standards Board, we provide comprehensive legal support to over 1,000 franchised and independent motor retailers nationwide. Our fixed annual fee model offers unlimited access to specialist solicitors and barristers, acting as an outsourced legal department with services ranging from employment law to commercial disputes. We serve prominent industry associations including the National Franchised Dealers Association and Retail Motor Industry Federation, offering same-day advice and court representation without hourly billing.With decades of sector-specific expertise, our team delivers tailored solutions that address the unique challenges faced by automotive retailers, ensuring compliance and cost-effectiveness. Client testimonials highlight our reliability, commercial focus, and ability to achieve optimal outcomes through pragmatic legal strategies.
Services
Employment Law
Commercial Property
GDPR Compliance
Dispute Resolution
Trade Descriptions
Motor Trade Arbitration
Legal Training
Commercial Contracts
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- Established in 1992 with exclusive focus on motor trade law
- Fixed annual fee with unlimited legal support included
- Only BSB-regulated law firm specialising in automotive retail law
- Dedicated team of motor industry specialist solicitors and barristers
- Proven track record with 1,000+ satisfied motor retailers nationwide
Associations and certifications
- Bar Standards Board
What people say
Professional, accessible, reliable
Excellent service
Commercially-focused advice
Quick response times
Invaluable to business
Services
Employment Law
Comprehensive employment law services tailored to automotive retailers. Advising on contracts, disciplinary procedures, and tribunal representation. Our specialists help navigate complex workplace regulations while minimising business risk.
Commercial Property
Specialist property law advice for motor trade premises. Handling lease agreements, property disputes, and development projects. Ensuring legal compliance while protecting commercial interests in property transactions.
GDPR Compliance
Tailored data protection solutions for automotive businesses. Implementing compliance frameworks, breach response protocols, and staff training. Maintaining regulatory adherence while safeguarding customer information.
Dispute Resolution
Effective dispute resolution services for motor trade conflicts. Specialising in contract disputes, supplier disagreements, and customer claims. Providing courtroom representation and settlement negotiations to protect business interests.
Motor Trade Arbitration
Industry-specific arbitration services for automotive sector disputes. Acting as conciliators for National Conciliation Service. Resolving manufacturer-dealer conflicts and trade association disputes through impartial mediation processes.
People
Adam Cox
Managing Director
With extensive experience in legal service management, Adam Cox leads MILS' strategic direction while maintaining close client relationships. He oversees service delivery to ensure sector-specific legal excellence.
Questions
What areas of law does MILS specialise in?
We focus exclusively on motor trade law, covering employment, commercial property, GDPR, trade descriptions, dispute resolution, and dealership agreements.
How does the fixed annual fee work?
One annual payment grants unlimited access to our legal team, including same-day advice, document drafting, and court representation with no hourly charges.
Which businesses benefit most from MILS?
Franchised dealers, independent garages, and motor trade associations gain maximum value from our sector-specific legal expertise and industry knowledge.
How quickly can I get legal advice?
Clients receive same-day legal guidance from motor industry specialists, with urgent matters prioritised through direct barrister access.
What makes MILS different from general law firms?
We're the only BSB-regulated firm dedicated solely to automotive retail law, combining deep sector knowledge with cost-effective fixed-fee structures.
