For more than a century, Blackhams Solicitors has been delivering an array of quality legal services to clients from its offices in the centre of Birmingham. With a second location in neighbouring Solihull to boot – which has been serving the community now for more than 35 years – the firm has continued to go from strength to strength, striking a balance between tradition and modernity. Taswar Hayat, the face of the firm’s new generation and the winner of one our awards, caught up with us for more. Most Trusted Family Lawyer 2025 (West Midlands): Taswar Hayat & Client Service Excellence Award 2025 The story of Blackhams Solicitors in Birmingham dates all the way back to 1888, when local solicitor Charles Heber Cuthbertson entered into a business partnership with Isaac Bradley, who, like Charles, wanted to own a law firm. Together, the pair purchased offices on Newhall Street in the city centre, establishing Bradley & Cuthbertson. Today, more than 130 years on from its founding, the firm remains in the Cuthbertson family, having passed down the line to Charles’ great-grandson, Timothy. Timothy Cuthbertson has proven instrumental in bringing the firm into the 21st century, seen through its merging with Blackhams in 2003, another law firm with roots that can be traced to the 19th century. Adopting the name of the latter, the firm continued to expand its operations, even acquiring Allsopp & Co., another law firm based in Solihull, in 2017. The developments the firm has undertaken over the past two decades especially reflect a commitment to serve a community that is constantly diversifying. As clients have moved, so too has the firm’s reach, taking it from the greater Midlands area to as far south as Exmouth and as far north as Edinburgh – not to mention abroad. Regardless of a client’s location, the firm serves all with equal diligence and enthusiasm. So, whether they are seeking out Blackhams Solicitors for its commercial property, residential property, private client, or family law services, they are guaranteed to receive the gold standard when it comes to professionalism and legal expertise. Embodying the firm’s dedication to its community through his role as the helm of its family law department, Taswar Hayat leverages more than a decade of first-hand experience working exclusively in the field of private family law. From divorce and financial remedies to private children’s matters and injunctive proceedings, Taswar advises and represents clients across every aspect of the field. Having made partner at Blackhams Solicitors in almost record time, one does not have to look far to notice Taswar’s exceptional nature. Seamlessly integrating himself into the abundance of long-term relationships that Blackhams Solicitors boasts, Taswar has assisted clients across a variety of low-net cases and high-net cases, with some of the past cases he has worked on even spanning international elements and involving numerous parties. Remaining resolute even in the face of a challenge, Taswar boasts impeccable attention to detail, with his compassionate and client-centred demeanour being appreciated by those he works with. Taswar and the rest of the team at Blackhams Solicitors pride themselves on demonstrating consistent excellence in the realm of client service, with this being something that can only be achieved by a team who are aligned and united under one vision. In the case of this firm, that vision involves working towards smarter ways of getting things done, as well as delivering tangible outcomes for all clients – regardless of the specific nature of a case. Speaking on behalf of the wider firm, Taswar told us what is so rewarding about working in the legal profession. He explained: “Law isn’t abstract – it affects real people. We like to make a difference. Taswar continued: “Clients come to us in moments of vulnerability or uncertainty. Earning their trust and becoming a reliable advisor – not just legally, but also personally and strategically – is both a privilege and a responsibility.” With such a rich history preceding it, Blackhams Solicitors has long had the opportunity to rest on its laurels and boast of the exceptional things it once did. What is so impressive about the firm however is that it keeps moving forwards, building a legacy for itself as a true partner for its clients, one that is not only respected for the encompassing legal knowledge it possesses – especially in the arena of family law – but admired for the ways in which it both serves the community and evolves alongside it. Both of these awards demonstrate Blackhams Solicitors’ success in doing exactly this, and it is our pleasure to add to its standing through a place in this programme. Contact: Taswar Hayat Company: Blackhams Solicitors Web Address: https://www.blackhams.com/
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