Ian is a Partner in Farleys’ Manchester office with over 20 year’s experience in commercial law.
Having originally set up Farleys’ Commercial department, Ian now specialises in corporate insolvency, commercial property and general commercial contract matters, representing a wide range of clients across the UK including PLCs, LLPs, SMEs, and high net-worth individuals.
Ian has also advised a number of high profile sporting organisations on a broad range of legal issues, including commercial agreements, sponsorship, promotion and marketing and his expertise includes drafting and negotiating sports contracts.
Ian is also a member of Farleys’ Management Committee.
“I currently regularly deal with Stephen Greenwood but have also worked with Ian Liddle a lot. Both are exceptionally professional, knowledgeable, diligent, prompt & efficient. They don’t just do what they are told or the bare minimum, they think of the bigger picture and if required, will advise another course of action.”
Legal 500 Guide 2022
“Ian Liddle is extremely efficient, with a can-do approach.’”
Legal 500 Guide 2021
“Ian Liddle is ‘straight-talking, honest and efficient’”
Legal 500 Guide 2019
“Ian Liddle is ‘brilliant’ and ‘highly recommended for transactional work’.”
Legal 500 Guide 2017
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