Call us on

search-toggle Contact Us
close search
 

Home » Team Members » Gary Shepherd

Gary Shepherd

Partner

Gary is a Partner in Farleys’ commercial law team, having joined the firm as part of Farleys’ acquisition of Alker Ball Healds in April 2025.

Gary originally joined Healds Solicitors in 1988 after many years working for the Local Authority following his qualification in 1993. He became a Partner in 1995 and specialises in all aspects of commercial law.

When he isn’t working (which isn’t often), Gary is an avid supporter of Wigan Athletic. He is a past President of Wigan Law Society.

Areas of Expertise

Contact

Blog & News

Employment for Business

TUPE in 2026: A Practical Guide for Employers

August 13, 2026

TUPE remains one of the most important, and often misunderstood, areas of employment law. Whether you're acquiring a business, involved in a...

Read More
Victoria Mitchell Partner
Divorce

The Importance of Getting a Financial Order As Soon As Possible After Separation

August 11, 2026

When a marriage breaks down irretrievably, most people focus on getting a divorce, rather than sorting out their financial position. However...

Read More
Harry Bridge Trainee Solicitor
Abuse Claims

Allegations of Abuse at the Army Foundation College Harrogate

August 7, 2026

Recent BBC reporting has brought disturbing allegations of sexual abuse and bullying at the Army Foundation College Harrogate to national at...

Read More
Joseph Bridge Associate
View All
Our Locations
Burnley Shuttleworth Mead
Business Park
Blackburn Hurstwood Court
Manchester 196 Deansgate
Rawtenstall Rossendale
Preston Winckley Square
Wigan Kingscroft Court
Company
Stay Connected

© 2026 Farleys Solicitors is the trading name of Farleys Solicitors LLP, a Limited Liability Partnership authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA No 00484687) and registered in England and Wales (number: OC331793). A list of members can be obtained from the registered office: 3 Mead Way, Shuttleworth Mead Business Park, Padiham, Lancashire, BB12 7NG.

Farleys Solicitors is a member of the 'Lawfront Group' of companies of which its parent, Lawfront Holdings Limited (LHL), is a limited company registered in England & Wales (Reg No. 13327912) having its registered address at 10 Ledbury Mews North, London, W11 2AF. VAT number is 442306622

We use the word "partner" to refer to a director or consultant of Farleys Solicitors, or an employee of equivalent status.