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Ison Harrison acquires Dootsons in first major expansion outside Yorkshire

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Summary

Ison Harrison, a 48-year-old Yorkshire-based law firm, has completed its first major acquisition outside its home region with the purchase of Dootsons. The deal brings three historic high street offices in Greater Manchester, Cheshire and Merseyside into the expanding firm's portfolio.

Combined with Ison Harrison's recent opening of a Manchester city centre base at No 1 Spinningfields, the acquisition strengthens its Northern presence and brings total headcount to 500 staff across 30 branches. The move marks a significant milestone for the employee-owned firm's growth strategy.

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What is this article about?
Employee-owned law firm Ison Harrison has acquired North West solicitors Dootsons, adding three high street offices across Greater Manchester, Cheshire and Merseyside. The deal takes the firm's total headcount to 500 and expands its Northern network to 30 branches.
When was this published?
This article was published on 28 September 2026.
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This article was published by TheBusinessDesk.