Insolvency Solicitors

If your business is struggling to manage its debt, Barcan and Kirby’s insolvency solicitors provide sensible, practical advice to companies and office holders on all aspects of insolvency.

What is insolvency?

Simply put, insolvency is when a business or individual is unable to repay its debts.

It can involve other areas of law, such as employment and commercial property, and we can lean on our specialist teams in these areas to help guide you through the process and provide clear advice.

Get in touch with our insolvency solicitors in Bristol

We advise clients across the UK from our offices across Bristol and South Gloucestershire, in Bedminster, Bishopston, Bristol city centre, Kingswood and Thornbury.

To speak to our specialist insolvency lawyers, contact us on 0117 325 2929 or complete our online enquiry form.

Our insolvency expertise

Our lawyers work with a range of commercial clients on a number of issues, including:

  • Advising office holders on claims for breach of statutory duties and misfeasance claims
  • Bankruptcy petitions
  • Claims under the Insolvency Act
  • Directors’ disqualification
  • Fraudulent or wrongful trading
  • Corporate recovery
  • Landlords, tenants and LPA receivers
  • Advising on pre-pack administrations
  • Administration (including pre-packs)
  • Administrative receivership
  • Liquidation
  • Company Voluntary Arrangements (CVAs)
  • Individual Voluntary Arrangements (IVAs)

Our team also have contacts in the insolvency sector, and works with corporate recovery specialists and insolvency practitioners to ensure that you have the advice and guidance that you require.

In addition, we also assist Insolvency Practitioners on their appointment in their capacity as Liquidator or Administrator.

Contact our insolvency lawyers in Bristol

Considering or applying for insolvency can be an incredibly stressful time for all parties. It’s important to seek specialist legal advice as soon as possible to avoid unnecessary delays and to help secure the best possible outcome for you or your business.

Call our insolvency solicitors now on 0117 325 2929 or fill out our online enquiry form.

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    • "Barcan and Kirby have always been fantastic in terms of both the quality of their technical advice and their responsiveness."
      Chambers and Partners 2026
    • "Their advice and work was exceptional. They were able to advise well beyond just the legal documents, but the consequences and, importantly, the unintended consequences of all actions."
      Chambers and Partners 2026