Business Details
36 Years
experience
Expert Legal Accounting Services in Ledbury
Established in 1990, we provide comprehensive legal accounting services tailored to solicitors and law firms across the UK. Our team of AAT and ACCA-qualified professionals specialises in SRA Accounts Rules compliance, offering outsourced bookkeeping, consultancy, and accounts reconstruction. With decades of combined experience, we prioritise personal service, technological innovation through our Lawslip system, and proactive compliance support. Our clients benefit from tailored solutions that reduce administrative burdens, allowing them to focus on core legal practice while maintaining financial integrity. 
Services
Legal Accounting
Bookkeeping Services
Accounts Reconstruction
SRA Compliance
Financial Consultancy
Outsourced Accounts
Lawslip System
Audit Preparation
Software Migration
Cashflow Management
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years' experience in legal sector accounting compliance
- Our team includes AAT and ACCA-qualified professionals specialising in SRA rules
- We provide tailored solutions for law firms of all sizes and structures
- Our Lawslip system ensures secure, paperless financial transaction management
- We guarantee continuity with full holiday and sickness cover for all clients
What people say
Exceptional service
Personal service
Professionalism
Terrific service levels
Compliance expertise
Services
Legal Accounting
We provide comprehensive accounting services specifically tailored for legal practices. Our AAT-qualified team ensures full compliance with SRA Accounts Rules through daily transaction management, bank reconciliations, and VAT processing. Clients benefit from secure digital reporting and proactive compliance monitoring to maintain financial integrity while focusing on legal practice.
Bookkeeping Services
Our outsourced bookkeeping solutions handle all financial transactions for law firms. Using our proprietary Lawslip system, we manage cheque requests, BACS transfers, and expense processing with complete audit trails. The service includes monthly reporting, client account reconciliations, and seamless integration with leading legal software packages to ensure accurate financial management.
SRA Compliance
Specialist SRA Accounts Rules compliance services protect law firms from regulatory breaches. We implement robust systems for client account management, maintain audit-ready records, and provide expert guidance on rule changes. Our proactive approach minimises compliance risks while ensuring efficient financial operations through regular system reviews and staff training.
Accounts Reconstruction
We resolve historical accounting issues and restore compliance for law firms facing SRA audits. Our experts trace and correct past errors in client accounts, implement improved systems, and provide clean financial records. This service includes software migration support and staff training to prevent future compliance breaches while maintaining business continuity.
Financial Consultancy
Tailored financial advisory services help law firms optimise operations and growth strategies. We assist with business planning, cashflow management, and system implementation while maintaining regulatory compliance. Our consultants provide expert guidance on software selection, audit preparation, and practice efficiency improvements based on three decades of legal sector experience.
People
Jeremy Downham
Founder
With 35 years' experience in legal accounting, Jeremy established The Law Factory in 1990. He specialises in SRA compliance and has helped numerous firms implement efficient financial systems while maintaining regulatory standards through hands-on management and staff development.
Deborah Downham
Partner
A former solicitor with banking experience, Deborah manages firm administration and compliance. Qualified in law and with decades of practice in legal finance, she ensures operational excellence and client satisfaction through rigorous quality control and strategic oversight.
Alex Simons
New Business Manager
A qualified AAT professional since 2000, Alex specialises in legal aid accounting and accounts reconstruction. He leads client onboarding and system implementation while maintaining expertise in SRA compliance through continuous professional development in legal finance.
Sam Keetch
Senior Accountant
Fully qualified with AAT and ACCA, Sam manages complex client accounts and audit preparations. He specialises in charity accounting and financial reporting, providing expert support for board meetings and regulatory compliance while mentoring junior staff in legal accounting standards.
Charlotte Smith
Office Manager
As AAT-qualified Office Manager, Charlotte oversees daily operations and client account management. She coordinates team workflow, handles complex accounting issues, and serves as primary liaison for accountants while ensuring adherence to SRA regulations through rigorous process control.
Questions
What legal accounting services do you offer?
We provide outsourced bookkeeping, SRA compliance management, accounts reconstruction, financial consultancy, and software migration support specifically for law firms and solicitors.
How do you ensure SRA compliance?
Our AAT-qualified team maintains daily compliance through rigorous transaction monitoring, regular system audits, and staff training on current SRA Accounts Rules requirements.
Can you help with legal software systems?
Yes, we offer software selection advice, data migration services, and Lawslip system implementation to streamline financial operations for law firms.
Do you work with small law firms?
We support practices of all sizes, including niche firms and sole practitioners, with scalable accounting solutions tailored to their specific needs.
How are your services priced?
We offer TLF Essentials for basic bookkeeping and TLF Tailored for comprehensive management services, both customised to individual firm requirements.
What experience do your team have?
Our team includes AAT and ACCA-qualified professionals with decades of combined experience in legal accounting, SRA compliance, and practice management.
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