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First up Legal Partner of the IMDA for almost 9 years Lawdata
IMDA members receive up to 2hrs FREE Legal Advice per annum.
📌 Core Service Areas
⚖️ 1. Legal Advice for Motor Trade Businesses
Lawdata positions itself as a leading independent provider of legal advice specifically tailored to the motor trade.
Services include:
- Guidance on consumer rights and disputes
- Support with vehicle returns, complaints, and liability
- Advice on drafting or reviewing dealer documentation
- Ongoing legal support through membership plans
👥 2. Employment Law Support
Lawdata provides employment law services to help dealers manage staff issues compliantly, including:
- Contracts and HR documentation
- Disciplinary and grievance procedures
- Redundancy and dismissal guidance
- Ongoing HR advice for members
🛡️ 3. Warranty Services
They offer warranty-related support, including:
- Warranty products for dealers
- Claims handling
- Guidance on what is and isn’t covered
- Support for disputes around warranty liability
🚗 4. Mileage Checks
Lawdata provides mileage verification services to help dealers avoid selling vehicles with incorrect or fraudulent mileage.
📋 5. Compliance Checks
They support dealers with compliance obligations, including:
- Consumer Rights Act compliance
- Documentation checks
- Sales process compliance
- Risk mitigation for trading standards issues
🧾 6. Business Stationery
Lawdata also supplies motor‑trade‑specific stationery, such as:
- Sales invoices
- Order forms
- Warranty documents
- Compliance paperwork
🏢 Who They Serve
Lawdata’s services are designed for:
- Independent motor dealers
- Car supermarkets
- Used‑car retailers
- Workshops and service centres
- Motor trade businesses needing legal or compliance support
Their long-standing focus (30+ years) is on close business relationships with motor dealers.
📍 Company Details
- Name: Lawdata Ltd
- Location: Biggleswade, Bedfordshire
- Phone: 01767 310000
- Website: lawdata.co.uk