Providing a Reliable
Service since 1852
Since 1852, families and businesses across Rochdale, Bury and Greater Manchester have trusted AST Hampsons with what matters most. Whether you're buying your first home, growing a business, planning for your family's future or facing life's challenges, we're here with the expertise and personal service you deserve.
SERVICES FOR YOU
FAMILY
When family life gets complicated, we're here with expertise and a clear plan. Divorce, children, finances – we handle it all with the care and discretion your family deserves.
HOUSING & PROPERTY
Buying or selling in Rochdale, Bury or Greater Manchester? Our local property team makes house moves straightforward. First-time buyer or experienced investor – we know the local market and handle everything without the stress.
LITIGATION
& DISPUTE RESOLUTION
When disagreements need resolving, we're the team that gets results. We handle disputes with the skill and determination needed to protect your interests.
WILLS, PROBATE
& PRIVATE CLIENT
Protecting your family's future shouldn't be complicated. We help you plan ahead with confidence and guide families through probate when needed.
FAMILY
When family life gets complicated, we're here with expertise and a clear plan. Divorce, children, finances, we handle it all with the care and discretion your family deserves.
Buying or selling in Rochdale, Bury or Greater Manchester? Our local property team makes house moves straightforward. First-time buyer or experienced investor, we know the local market and handle everything without the stress.
HOUSING & PROPERTY
LITIGATION & DISPUTE RESOLUTION
When disagreements need resolving, we're the team that gets results. We handle disputes with the skill and determination needed to protect your interests.
Protecting your family's future shouldn't be complicated. We help you plan ahead with confidence and guide families through probate when needed.
WILLS, PROBATE & PRIVATE CLIENT
SERVICES FOR
YOUR BUSINESS
COMMERCIAL, COMPANY & BUSINESS
Growing your Rochdale, Bury or Greater Manchester business? We help local business owners secure the right locations and negotiate strong deals with confidence.
LITIGATION & DISPUTE RESOLUTION
It's important for everyone to resolve disputes as quickly as possible. We work with individual clients or businesses in Rochdale, Bury, and across Greater Manchester.
COMMERCIAL, COMPANY & BUSINESS
Growing your Rochdale, Bury or Greater Manchester business? We help local business owners secure the right locations and negotiate strong deals with confidence.
It's important for everyone to resolve disputes as quickly as possible. We work with individual clients or businesses in Rochdale, Bury and across Greater Manchester.
LITIGATION & DISPUTE RESOLUTION
FAMILY
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OUR EXPERTISE
WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT?
When you contact us, you'll speak to our experienced team who'll handle your case from start to finish. We combine specialist legal knowledge with a genuinely personal approach, whether it's a straightforward house sale or a complex business transaction, taking the time to explain everything clearly and keep you informed every step of the way.
- No hidden fees.
- No surprises in the small print.
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CONTACT US
Legal questions can feel overwhelming. The right legal advice can change everything - we make it straightforward. We are ready when you are.
TESTIMONIALS
James Taylor handled the purchase of our new home and he went above and beyond to support us with closing the sale of our old house, even though this was not his job. James was very pleasant, helpful and super responsive. James is a great asset to you team.
Giselle Williams was excellent, kept us informed, excellent quality of service which we are very happy. She was always good to deal with and efficient, thank you.
I just want to say a big thank you again to Anna, for another sterling job that you have done for us.
I couldn't recommend James enough, he was extremely helpful and got the house sale through very quickly and I can't thank him enough for that.
Thank you so much Giselle and team for your email relating to the Settlement Agreement. Thank you also for all the thought and hard work that you and Marie must have put in to produce the final outcome M and I appreciate so very much the professional approach you had to the challenges of our case and also the positivity and good humour you reflected each time we had cause to contact one another.
The staff are pleasant, courteous and professional. Particularly Charlie and Anna, who made an excellent effort to get everything completed before Christmas.
Throughout the whole process James was professional, well mannered and constantly going out of his way to keep us updated during the whole process. We are certain that without his hard work and commitment, we wouldn't have been in our new home before Christmas. Thanks again James, you are a credit to your profession
A big thank you to Anna and Charlie for helping us to buy our first home. They were super helpful with explaining things to us as we are first time buyers and they went out of their way to get things completed as soon as possible considering the current climate. We couldn't have asked for anything more and we are so grateful!
A company we would recommend to anybody and everybody Louise!
Thank you Anna, you have been amazing. I do wish I got to know you first so we could have done the sale through you as well!
After a horrendous on-line experience with another firm of lawyers, Helen and her team were a pleasure to do business with.
Hi Peter, thank you so much for your help the other day, your email was fantastic and certainly got the ball over the line. In my short business career I have dealt with quite a few Solicitors but you are definitely the best, myself and Dad really appreciate your help!
James and his team were absolutely wonderful. Very thorough and professional and everything about the process was so smooth and untroubling - thank you so much!
Really good service levels, nothing to improve on. Anna and Charlie was great from start to finish, nothing was too much trouble and we appreciated the quick response times on any queries.
James Taylor handled the purchase of our new home and he went above and beyond to support us with closing the sale of our old house, even though this was not his job. James was very pleasant, helpful and super responsive. James is a great asset to you team.
Giselle Williams was excellent, kept us informed, excellent quality of service which we are very happy. She was always good to deal with and efficient, thank you.

Our Services
For You
Family
For a breakdown in family relationships, we are the wrap around for advise and support.
Housing & Property
Our experience makes sure you have a good experience.
Litigation
Quote
Wills & Probate
Seeing someone friendly and letting you know everything is going to be ok.
Our Services
For Your Business
Commercial, Company & Business Matters
We're not just a high street firm.
Litigation
It's important for everyone to do it and resolve it quickly.
Been using your firms since 2006, extremely happy even recently recommended yourself to my brother – keep the good work up Helen O’Sullivan.
SS
6 months ago
I have already recommended Louise to my niece re a new will. Louise was extremely professional with a lovely caring manner and very friendly.
Anon
6 months ago
Five Stars for this firm of Solicitors! Friendly, efficient and always on hand to help. Certainly recommend them to others!
Anon
6 months ago
It was very refreshing to be seen by a female solicitor. It made me feel very at ease and confident in talking through matters with her!
Anon
6 months ago

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Family
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Wills & Probate
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Housing & Property
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