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Field Seymour Parkes (FSP) Solicitors
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A leading Thames Valley law firm with a reputation for quality legal services
Field Seymour Parkes (FSP) is a well-established law firm based in Reading, serving both businesses and private clients across the Thames Valley and beyond. With recognised expertise across real estate, corporate, private client, employment and dispute resolution, FSP has built a strong reputation for pragmatic, solution-driven advice and a genuine commitment to client service.
The firm has recorded compound annual growth of 9% in recent years and earned recognition with one Tier 1 and seven Tier 2 rankings in The Legal 500, a testament to the quality and depth of its legal team. FSP joined Lawfront in April 2026, extending the group’s geographic reach into the Thames Valley and bringing 85 qualified professionals to the group. With Lawfront’s investment and support, FSP is well-positioned to take on increasingly complex, high-value work and continue its impressive growth trajectory.
FSP Leadership
Ian Machray
Interim Managing Partner, FSP
Ian joined Field Seymour Parkes in 2011 and plays a key role in shaping the firm’s strategic direction, culture and long‑term development. He works closely with the Senior Leadership Team to set firm‑wide priorities and with team leaders to ensure these are delivered consistently across the business.
Ian Machray- Ian Machray, Interim Managing Partner, FSP“Lawfront’s model is closely aligned with our own values – supporting ambitious, high-quality regional firms through investment and expertise, while preserving their leadership, culture and identity. As part of the group, we will be able to accelerate our growth, invest further in our people and technology, and continue to enhance the services we provide to clients.
“We are proud of what we have built at Field Seymour Parkes, and this partnership enables us to continue to build on that success.”
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