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At Harold & McCormack Law, our clients are at the heart of every decision we make.

Our specialist legal team has decades of experience in the field of regulatory crime and workplace investigations.

You can trust us to deliver expert support whenever you need it most.

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We Understand What You are Going Through

We know how regulatory issues can impact an organisation’s reputation and staff well-being. We shall work with you to protect and preserve the brand and team you have worked so hard to develop.

Managing compliance and potential breaches often leaves directors and senior staff anxious, isolated and overwhelmed. We understand these emotions and are here to provide professional support.

We appreciate that the impact of stress and confusion can also filter into individuals’ personal circumstances. Our team manage matters so as to minimise their impact on the organisation and employees’ home lives.

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Expert Legal Services at No Cost to You

Many of our clients benefit from insurance that covers our fees, so you won’t have to pay out of pocket when you use our services.

We specialise in policy interpretation and guide clients through accessing legal representation under existing indemnity insurance. Insurers trust us and regularly choose us over existing panel solicitors for our expertise in health, safety, and regulatory law.

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Who We Are

We are a boutique regulatory practice specialising in business crime, regulatory and workplace investigations. Our clients range from individuals and SMEs to large international PLCs each benefitting from our unique approach and breadth of experience, often without incurring personal or business costs due to existing insurance cover.

We have extensive experience dealing with regulators, including the Health and Safety Executive, Local Authority, Environmental Health Officers, Police, Fire Authorities, Trading Standards, Office of Rail and Road, Care Quality Commission, Ofsted, and more.

Our team advises on the full spectrum of regulatory issues, helping clients achieve and maintain legal compliance through tailored solutions. In the event of a regulatory investigation or enforcement action, we provide business defence to navigate these challenges effectively.

Instructing us at the early stages of a matter means our clients avoid potentially costly mistakes that could impact the outcome of their case in the long term. We understand the preparation required to achieve the most favourable results, mitigate penalties, and safeguard reputations.

Meet Ashleigh Harold

Founding Solicitor

Ashleigh a qualified solicitor with over 25 years’ experience, provides high-level legal support to professionals, directors, and business owners under investigation by regulatory authorities. Ashleigh has built a solid reputation for achieving the best possible outcomes for her clients. Her vast experience in the field of criminal and regulatory practice and her down to earth, compassionate manner, enables an easy rapport with clients and makes her a go to partner in times of crisis.

Author of

"When the Inspector Calls – An Essential Guide For Businesses and Individuals facing a Workplace Health and Safety Investigation"

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How We Work

Once you have contacted us, we shall arrange a free initial consultation so you can discuss your matter with a member of our expert team. We shall then assess your insurance policies to identify the extent of your coverage.

We shall develop a tailored legal strategy to manage your case based on its facts and your business circumstances. We shall take whatever legal steps necessary to execute this plan effectively and efficiently, providing you with accessible support throughout.

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Why Choose Us?

We are a boutique practice, meaning we take time to understand your needs and personalise our service accordingly. We’re committed to producing the best outcomes for all of our clients, regardless of how challenging their case.

We adopt a proactive approach and work with our clients during the early stages of their cases to help them save time and money.

Our team will provide constant support and consistent communication throughout your matter, from advising on compliance and strategy development to crisis management and defence.

The benefit of indemnity insurance means many of our clients incur no cost when instructing us. We will review your policy documents so you know what fees your insurer will cover from the outset.

However, in the absence of policy cover, our fees are competitive and will be discussed and agreed in advance, with no hidden surprises.

We are specialists, recognised by insurers as experts in our fields. Our lawyers have decades of experience advising on all aspects of regulatory matters.

What Our Clients Say

Owner - National
Logistics Company
“We had the best team at the end of the day. Ashleigh and her team all did a great job for us, and we are all so very grateful. The outcome was a testimony to that.”
Westgreen
Construction Ltd
“Ashleigh is an exemplary health and safety legal representative, and I can think of no better legal ally to proactively and reactively support you and your business – the star of her profession.”
Hayley Saunders –
Partner Shoosmiths LLP
“Not only is she a true expert in her field ... She achieves the best outcome for her clients, I wouldn’t hesitate in recommending her.”
MBC Blog
"Asleigh Harold recognised as 'Best regulatory health and safety lawyer in the UK'"
Farmer, Environment
Agency prosecution
"Ashleigh just a short message to say thanks for the way you presented the case and in fact dealt with the whole case from start to finish. The negotiation skills needed to bring a potentially eye watering fine to £3000 is worthy of mention."
Corporate Client
"You need someone who helps translate the daunting experiences in a manor you comprehend and Ashleigh routinely does this."
Operations Director -
National Steelworks Group
“Could I personally thank you for all of your efforts on our behalf and express our appreciation of your success. There is no doubt that your perception of HSE’s approach to this investigation was accurate. The decision to hold back from the interview was clearly right and limited the opportunity of HSE to secure further evidence...”
Jenna Howard - Director of Little Learners Montessori
"Thanks to Ashleigh our complaint was upheld by Ofsted and we were reinspect a few weeks later and received 'outstanding' in all areas. Ashleigh was absolutely fantastic from start to finish in supporting and guiding us through the process. Thank you so much for all of your help in supporting us and ensuring we received the grade we deserved."
Company Director
"Ashleigh's depth of experience in health and safety law and procecedings is first class - with her case work often referred to as 'the best we have seen' by barristers and QCS alike."
Richard StockwellCompany Director
"When one is confronted with a serious health and safety event you need support, reassurance, knowledge, experience, intuition thoroughness and human understanding - Ashleigh comes with bundles of these attributes."

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