Business Details
23 Years
experience
Trusted Legal Services in Rochdale
Established in 2003 by Paul Ackroyd, A2 Accident Solicitors has built a reputation as a trusted legal practice serving clients across the Pennine corridor between Rochdale, Oldham, and Huddersfield. Our team, led by Paul and Claire Haughton, brings over 30 years of combined legal expertise in property transactions, litigation, and personal injury claims. We have recovered millions in compensation for clients, including high-profile cases involving road traffic accidents, workplace injuries, and professional negligence. Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through our Lexcel accreditation, awarded by the Law Society for outstanding client care and practice management, and our Conveyancing Quality Scheme (CQS) accreditation. We prioritise individualised service, offering direct communication with file handlers, home appointments when necessary, and transparent pricing.Our client testimonials highlight our efficiency, responsiveness, and ability to handle complex cases with professionalism. We serve diverse communities locally and nationally, acting for individuals, businesses, and professionals across various sectors. Our modern offices in Rochdale provide convenient access with visitor parking, while our digital capabilities ensure seamless communication. We maintain rigorous quality standards through annual Lexcel reviews and continuous process improvements. Our team includes experienced solicitors, licensed conveyancers, and support staff dedicated to delivering high-quality legal solutions tailored to each client's needs.
Services
Personal Injury Claims
Conveyancing
Wills & Probate
Litigation
Lasting Powers of Attorney
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years' combined legal experience in property and litigation matters
- Our team holds Lexcel accreditation for excellence in client care and practice management
- We provide direct communication with file handlers via dedicated contact details
- Home appointments available for clients requiring additional accessibility
- We serve clients nationally while maintaining local community connections
Associations and certifications
- Lexcel
- Conveyancing Quality Scheme
What people say
Excellent service
Kept informed
Highly recommend
Prompt responses
Stress-free process
Services
Personal Injury Claims
We specialise in recovering compensation for injuries sustained in road accidents, workplace incidents, and public spaces. Our expertise covers shoulder and arm injuries, needle stick injuries, and uninsured driver claims. With millions recovered for clients, we arrange medical assessments, private treatment, and provide strategic legal representation to ensure fair compensation.
Conveyancing
Our CQS-accredited conveyancing service handles property purchases, sales, and remortgages with transparent communication. We provide dedicated file handlers, direct contact options, and efficient processing for local and national clients. The department has completed over 300 transactions annually since 2014 while maintaining Lexcel quality standards.
Wills & Probate
We create legally sound Wills with inheritance tax considerations and executor guidance. Our probate services assist estate administration with fixed pricing, including Grant of Probate applications. We offer secure Will storage and Lasting Power of Attorney registrations to ensure future care and financial arrangements are properly documented.
Litigation
We handle debt recovery, contract disputes, and boundary disagreements with strategic legal solutions. Our team provides clear advice on case merits and pursues favourable outcomes through negotiation or court representation. We combine technical expertise with practical approaches to resolve commercial and personal legal conflicts.
Lasting Powers of Attorney
We register financial and health-related Powers of Attorney to enable decision-making support for loved ones. Our fixed-price service includes document preparation, registration with the Office of the Public Guardian, and secure storage. We help families manage future care requirements while maintaining legal compliance and client autonomy.
People
Paul Ackroyd
Senior Partner
Qualified solicitor with 32 years' experience specialising in property, private client matters and litigation. Manages firm operations and supervises all personnel while maintaining direct client involvement in complex cases.
Claire Haughton
Partner
Licensed conveyancer with 20+ years' property law experience. Heads the conveyancing department and manages high-volume transactions while maintaining quality standards through Lexcel and CQS accreditation frameworks.
Rachel Florey
Accountant
Qualified MAT AATQB accountant since 2012. Provides financial expertise to property transactions and manages accounting aspects of client matters since joining in 2022.
Samuel Ackroyd
Trainee Solicitor
Trainee solicitor supporting property, private client and litigation matters. Contributes fresh perspective while working towards full qualification under senior partner supervision.
Rebecca Goodhew
Conveyancing Assistant
30-year legal support professional specialising in property matters. Provides technical assistance to conveyancing transactions with extensive experience in local property law procedures.
Questions
What areas do you cover for legal services?
We operate from Rochdale with clients across the Pennine corridor (Oldham, Huddersfield) and nationally, handling cases remotely through secure digital communication channels.
Are your conveyancing fees fixed price?
We offer fixed pricing for standard conveyancing transactions with transparent cost structures. Complex cases receive tailored quotations after initial assessment by our property team.
How do you handle personal injury claims?
We manage all stages from medical arrangement to compensation negotiation, specialising in road accidents, workplace injuries, and public liability claims with no upfront costs.
What accreditations do you hold?
We maintain Lexcel (client care standard) and Conveyancing Quality Scheme accreditations, with annual assessments ensuring continued compliance with Law Society quality benchmarks.
Can I get home visits for legal matters?
Home appointments are available for conveyancing and private client services when required, ensuring accessibility for clients with mobility challenges or specific needs.
