BSG Solicitors

BSG Solicitors At BSG we provide a full range of both personal and business legal services from offices in Preston and Lancaster.

We work hard to get to know you in order to deliver timely, individual advice on how to deal with your legal issues and, where relevant, improve and protect your business and personal lifestyle. BSG has possibly the longest record of continuous legal service in the Lancashire area. Dating from 1720 when John Parker established a legal practice around Preston (and Liverpool) the firm has continuous

ly evolved to become the firm it is today with offices now covering North and Central Lancashire. The firm as currently constituted was formed from the merger of long established Solicitors’ firms Blackhurst Swainson and Oswald Goodier & Co in January 2005. Previously known separately as Blackhurst Parker & Yates in Preston and Swainson Son & Reynolds in Lancaster, Blackhurst Swainson had been established for over 290 years. Now based in Lancaster and Preston (with consulting facilities in Garstang) we have a range of experienced lawyers who are happy to meet with clients wherever they wish. We provide a range of services with a personal style upon which many generations of clients have come to rely. We deliver a high quality service to both private and business clients

⭐ We're Hiring: Part Time Receptionist - Preston Office ⭐Are you organised, reliable and great on the phone? BSG is look...
17/06/2026

⭐ We're Hiring: Part Time Receptionist - Preston Office ⭐

Are you organised, reliable and great on the phone? BSG is looking for a Receptionist to join our friendly legal team at our Preston office on Winckley Street.

This is a part time role for 14 hours a week, working Monday and Tuesday from 9am to 5pm (with an hour for lunch). It is the ideal role if you are looking for a great work life balance alongside a varied and rewarding job within a supportive legal environment.

What you will be doing:

-Operating the switchboard and managing incoming calls
-Welcoming visitors and keeping our reception area tidy and presentable
-Supporting the team with diary management, post and filing
-Helping with general office administration and data input

What we offer:

-35 days annual leave (FTE, including bank holidays), calculated pro rata for part time hours
-A contributory pension
-A friendly, inclusive team across our Preston and Lancaster offices

Interested? Send your CV and a covering letter to Janet Moffatt at [email protected]. We would love to hear from you.

BSG is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.

Going through a divorce when your spouse runs a business, but you've never been involved in it?It can feel like you're o...
16/06/2026

Going through a divorce when your spouse runs a business, but you've never been involved in it?

It can feel like you're on the outside looking in, especially when it comes to finances. But here's the key point: a business built up during a marriage is often treated as a matrimonial asset, and that means you could be entitled to a share of its value, even if you never had a hand in running it.

Our latest article looks at what happens when one spouse owns or runs a business and the other has limited visibility of its finances, including how the court approaches valuation and disclosure, and how our family law team works to make sure your interests are properly protected from the outset.

You don't have to settle for less just because you weren't in the loop.

Read more here: https://www.bsglaw.co.uk/news/2025/4/22/navigating-divorce-when-theres-a-business-involved-what-if-youre-not-in-the-loop

📞 Get in touch with our family law team on (01524) 386500 (Lancaster) or (01772) 253841 (Preston)

😊 Thank you so much for your kind words and for continuing to trust BSG Solicitors with your legal matters. We look forw...
12/06/2026

😊 Thank you so much for your kind words and for continuing to trust BSG Solicitors with your legal matters. We look forward to being there whenever you need us.

Did you know that grandparents in England have no automatic legal right to see their grandchildren?When a family breaks ...
10/06/2026

Did you know that grandparents in England have no automatic legal right to see their grandchildren?

When a family breaks down, the impact reaches far beyond the couple at the centre of the split. Grandparents are often cut off from grandchildren they love, through no choice of their own. Yet many do not realise that the law does not automatically protect that relationship.

In most cases, grandparents must first ask the court for permission before they can even apply for a contact order. That permission is called "leave" and while courts do generally recognise the important role grandparents play in children's lives, the process can be slow, costly, and emotionally draining.

Our article explains exactly where you stand, including when court action is necessary, what a Child Arrangements Order involves, and when a Special Guardianship Order might be the right route.

If you are a grandparent who has been denied contact with your grandchildren, or you are simply trying to understand your options, getting the right advice early can make all the difference.

Read the full article here: https://www.bsglaw.co.uk/news/2026/5/5/grandparents-rights-in-england-can-you-apply-to-see-your-grandchildren

A lovely review for Rebecca in our private client team. If you need advice on Lasting Powers of Attorney, we are here to...
05/06/2026

A lovely review for Rebecca in our private client team. If you need advice on Lasting Powers of Attorney, we are here to help with clear, friendly guidance every step of the way.

Most people have heard of a discretionary trust. Far fewer understand what one actually does, or whether it would work f...
01/06/2026

Most people have heard of a discretionary trust. Far fewer understand what one actually does, or whether it would work for their family.

Our latest article cuts through the jargon. We explain how these structures work, why families use them, what the tax position looks like (including the significant changes now in effect following April 2026), and when a discretionary trust might not be the right answer.

There are also important points for anyone with farming or business assets: the reforms to Agricultural Property Relief and Business Property Relief have materially changed how trusts interact with succession planning, and the transitional rules are complex.

If your estate plan has not been reviewed recently, now is a good time.

Read the article here: https://www.bsglaw.co.uk/news/2026/6/1/discretionary-trusts-explained-are-they-the-right-tool-to-protect-your-familys-wealth

Many people assume a Lasting Power of Attorney is something to think about later in life. The reality is that the best t...
26/05/2026

Many people assume a Lasting Power of Attorney is something to think about later in life. The reality is that the best time to set one up is well before you need it.

An LPA is a legal document that lets you appoint someone you trust to make decisions on your behalf, whether about your finances and property or your health and welfare, if you ever lose the capacity to do so yourself. Crucially, you must have mental capacity at the time of making it, which is why early planning matters so much.

Without an LPA in place, even close family members have no automatic legal authority to act for you. If something unexpected happens, they would need to apply to the Court of Protection to be appointed as deputies, a process that can be lengthy, costly and stressful for everyone involved.

Our latest article covers the two types of LPA, when to consider setting them up, common misconceptions, and what happens once yours is registered.

Read the full guide via the link below.
https://www.bsglaw.co.uk/news/2025/10/13/lasting-power-of-attorney-when-to-set-one-upand-why-early-is-better

👏Some reviews are too good to summarise. This is one of them! Every word of this incredible feedback for Barbara in our ...
22/05/2026

👏Some reviews are too good to summarise. This is one of them! Every word of this incredible feedback for Barbara in our Family Law Team deserves to be seen. 😊

Losing someone is one of the hardest experiences anyone goes through. Knowing what to do next should not add to that bur...
18/05/2026

Losing someone is one of the hardest experiences anyone goes through. Knowing what to do next should not add to that burden.

Our latest article walks you through the practical legal steps to take in the first 30 days after a loved one dies, from registering the death and locating a will, to notifying banks and beginning the probate process.

It will not make grief easier. But it may make the paperwork a little less overwhelming.

Read the full checklist here: https://www.bsglaw.co.uk/news/2026/5/18/what-to-do-in-the-first-30-days-after-a-loved-one-dies-a-practical-legal-checklist

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