Expert Legal Solutions for Your Business Needs

At Johnson May Solicitors, we specialize in safeguarding your commercial interests, ensuring you can focus on growth with peace of mind.

Dedicated to Your Success

Johnson May Solicitors has been a trusted partner for businesses, landlords, and property owners for over a decade. Our team is committed to providing expert legal guidance to help you navigate the complexities of debt recovery, dispute resolution, and commercial protection. We pride ourselves on delivering personalized service and strategic solutions tailored to your unique needs.

Our Expertise

Debt Recovery

Our skilled team is adept at recovering outstanding debts efficiently, ensuring your cash flow remains uninterrupted.

Dispute Resolution

We offer comprehensive dispute resolution services, helping you resolve conflicts swiftly and amicably.

Commercial Protection

Protect your business interests with our tailored legal strategies, designed to mitigate risks and secure your assets.

What Our Clients Say

“Johnson May Solicitors turned a daunting legal challenge into a seamless resolution. Their expertise in dispute resolution is unmatched.”

Emily Thompson

Managing Director, Thompson Enterprises

“Thanks to Johnson May Solicitors, we successfully recovered outstanding debts that we thought were lost. Their dedication is truly commendable.”

Michael Richards

Owner, Richards Properties

“The team at Johnson May Solicitors provided invaluable support in protecting our commercial interests. Their strategic approach made all the difference.”

Sarah Bennett

CEO, Bennett Holdings

Our Achievements

2023

Best Commercial Law Firm

Recognized for outstanding service in commercial law, helping businesses thrive and resolve complex disputes.

2022

Excellence in Client Service

Awarded for our commitment to providing exceptional client service and achieving successful outcomes.

2021

Top Debt Recovery Firm

Honored for our expertise in debt recovery, ensuring our clients’ financial interests are safeguarded.

Insights and Updates

School’s Out… But Your Momentum Shouldn’t Take a Holiday 

July marks the start of the summer holidays, a time when routines shift, diaries fill with family commitments, and decision-making naturally slows. For busy professionals managing growing practices or businesses, this can create a hidden risk: cashflow…

The Silence of Repairs: When Landlords Ignore You

If you’re juggling work, family life and rising living costs, the last thing you need is a landlord who ignores essential repairs. Yet many tenants across London find themselves chasing unanswered emails, waiting weeks for repairs, and living with problems…

New Ways to Get Your Property Back: Meet Grounds 1A, 4A & 6B 

If you are a private landlord with one or two properties, the [Renters’ Rights Act 2025] has changed the way you recover possession in England. Since 1 May 2026, landlords can no longer rely on Section 21 in the usual way, which means using the correct Section 8…

Who Owns What? Understanding Your Property Rights When Cohabitating

When a relationship ends, one of the biggest concerns is often what will happen to the family home.  Many unmarried couples assume they have the same legal rights as married couples, especially if they have lived together for many years, have…

Like Father, Like Business: The Payment Habits Worth Passing Down

Father’s Day is a time to reflect on the lessons that shape us. While some lessons are simple others, especially in business, can be costly if ignored. One of the most valuable lessons? Strong payment habits and effective credit control.  For busy…

Tenancy Disputes: Know Your Rights as a Tenant 

If you are renting in London, your home should feel secure, safe and properly managed. But tenancy problems can quickly become stressful when repairs are delayed, rent payments become difficult, or your landlord is unclear about the terms of your agreement. For busy…

Mastering Section 8: Your New Route to Regaining Possession in 2026 

The Renters’ Rights Act 2025, effective from 1 May 2026, has reshaped the rental landscape across England. For landlords, one of the most significant changes is the abolition of Section 21 ‘no-fault’ evictions.  If you’re a busy landlord managing 1–2 properties, this…

My Sibling Refuses to Sell a Jointly Owned Property – What Are My Options?

Is your sibling refusing to sell a jointly owned property? A TOLATA claim may help resolve disputes where co-owners cannot agree on the future of a property. Johnson May Solicitors provide clear, practical legal advice to help protect your interests and achieve a fair outcome.

Covid-19 – Legal Update: Possession proceedings

On 25 June 2020, a new temporary rule came into force that all possession proceedings and enforcement proceedings are to be stayed (“a stay imposes a halt on court proceedings”) until 23 August 2020.  The new rule will apply to all proceedings which were stayed…

Contract law – The doctrine of consideration

This is a complex doctrine (principle) that has inflamed arguments between leading contract scholars! Put simply it is the act of giving or promising to give something or receiving or promising to receive something. Contracts are not usually binding (enforceable by…

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Quantum?

“Quantum is the amount of damages that are awarded to a successful party in a claim”.

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English Legal System Online?

Are the English courts really ready for this?  The Court released a paper “Justice Matters” and in it they detail their proposals. In summary, the Court proposes an on-line process for  Probate, Divorce  and Civil Litigation cases. For Crime,  t he…

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Have you been misled?

You may be entitled to “unwind” cancel the contract! What does all this mean? If a customer feels that they have been misled to pay money or enter into a contract they may have a claim against the company that provided the misleading information. Protection comes from…

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Contract law – Consideration must be sufficient!

The rules of consideration have been established over many years through case law.  In summary, they can be grouped into 3 man rules.  We have taken a look at rule 1.  Now we look at rule 2: “Consideration must be sufficient but does not have to be adequate”. In this…

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Secure Your Business Future Today

Reach out to Johnson May Solicitors for expert advice on safeguarding your commercial interests. Our dedicated team is ready to assist you in recovering debts and resolving disputes efficiently. Contact us now to learn how we can support your business success.