At IMD we specialise in helping individuals and businesses navigate complex legal issues with expertise, clarity, and empathy. Our clients often lead globally connected lives, operate across diverse industries, or face high-stakes situations that require more than just legal know-how, they require strategic, personal support. Whether the complexity arises from cross-jurisdictional factors, cultural context, or commercial scale, we are here to deliver tailored solutions.
We offer personal and strategic legal support to individuals whose lives don’t fit neatly into borders, and to businesses, both international and UK-based, seeking to succeed in an increasingly interconnected legal and commercial environment.
Whether you are facing a high-stakes family matter, a sensitive private client issue, a commercial dispute, a cross-border transaction, an immigration concern, or a regulatory challenge, our team combines legal excellence with cultural understanding and an unwavering commitment to results.
Founded in 2015 by Marcin Durlak and Iwona Durlak, IMD was built on a purpose rooted in their personal journey: to connect diverse communities and help minorities thrive. Today, our diverse and multilingual team continues that mission by delivering high-quality legal services to people and businesses from all walks of life.
Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Equality, diversity, and inclusion are not just values we talk about. They are embedded in our daily work, team culture, and leadership. We proudly operate an internal EDI Committee that drives ongoing initiatives to foster an inclusive environment across the firm. From celebrating cultural events to reviewing recruitment practices, we are proactive in making sure everyone feels seen, heard, and valued.
Our involvement extends beyond our own walls. As an active contributor to the Manchester Law Society’s EDI Committee, we also help shape positive change across the wider legal community.
We believe that a truly inclusive firm doesn’t just reflect diversity, it embraces and thrives on it. And it shows not just in what we say, but in what our people feel every day.
As one of our team members shared: “As a neurodivergent person, I feel understood, respected, and valued at IMD. I am happy that my seniors play on my strengths, and let me develop at my pace and in a way that benefits me the most. They have time to ask if everything is ok, and I know this is genuine”.
Another added: “There is genuine warmth and respect here. It’s a place where people are accepted for who they are and that makes a real difference.”
And one colleague expressed it simply but powerfully: “I feel accepted for who I am, and comfortable even when it comes to me being gay.”
These voices reflect what we strive to build: a workplace where everyone belongs and where everyone can thrive.
Our Commitment to Mental Health and Wellbeing
We are committed to creating a workplace where people don’t just work, they thrive.
Wellbeing is a priority at IMD. We operate an internal Mental Health and Wellbeing Committee to ensure we are continuously listening, learning, and improving. Our leadership style encourages openness, balance, and mutual support.
Our Mental Health & Wellbeing Committee is composed of colleagues who either have first-hand experience of mental health challenges or are passionate about supporting others. We regularly offer talks, workshops, webinars, and access to practical self-care resources to support our team’s wellbeing.
Initiatives such as fully flexible remote working and our permanent 4-day workweek reflect our belief that great work should not come at the cost of a great life. These policies aren’t perks, they are part of a wider vision to ensure our team has the freedom, support, and space to succeed professionally and personally.
We take mental health seriously. We have qualified Mental Health First Aiders available to support colleagues in need. We have also signed up to Mind’s Mental Health at Work Commitment as a pledge to foster an open, supportive, and stigma-free environment.
One colleague put it especially movingly: “As someone who has struggled with mental health issues for the majority of my life, the understanding and supportive environment provided by you mean more to me than words can fully capture (…).”
Our Values
Respectful
Mutual respect is at the heart of our relationships with both clients and colleagues alike.
Honest
We pride ourselves on being open and honest at all times and uphold the highest standards of integrity.
Committed to Excellence
We pursue excellence and are continuously dedicated to developing our skills and expertise.
Diverse
Diversity and inclusion are foundational to our firm.
Caring
And above all, in everything we do: We Care.
Our story
Founded in 2015 by Marcin Durlak and Iwona Durlak, from the outset IMD has taken pride in having strong, identifiable values. Mutual respect, tolerance and openness have laid the foundations for IMD to build an excellent reputation and strong relationships with clients.
Marcin’s great inspiration was his grandad Michal, born in 1919 in Kuty, a small town in what is now Ukraine. He recalls his grandad’s stories about diverse communities living in Kuty, happily together before the Second World War. Everyone in the community respected each other and the differences that made them unique.
Even more powerful were his grandad’s stories about his suffering during the War and the forgiveness, resilience, and kindness that followed after he was liberated from a Nazi concentration camp.
When Marcin was a teenager, he wanted to work for the European Union. Marcin strongly aligns with the EU values of respect, freedom and equality, as well as the concept of Europe with no borders.
Instead, when his native country Poland joined the EU in 2004, he moved to the UK where he set up IMD Solicitors with Iwona. Marcin’s vision has always been to bring together a diverse team of experts to serve multicultural clients and to connect diverse communities with mutual respect, tolerance and inclusion – values that are so close to him and his family story.
Iwona is very passionate about delivering results for her clients. She is also of Polish origins and comes from a small town in the north-east of Poland. Coming from a relatively small town, Iwona has witnessed that success is often more challenging for those from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Throughout her career, Iwona has been committed to fighting inequality and discrimination with the aid of the justice system – it is often the only route to ensure that those from disadvantaged backgrounds can protect their rights.
Her path to becoming a partner in a law firm in the UK did not come without sacrifice. Without having had to make many tough decisions throughout her life, she would not have been so determined to cultivate the fighting spirit that IMD is renowned for.
Our vision
We aim to be the leading law firm for individuals, families, and businesses with complex legal needs, particularly those shaped by international lives, diverse backgrounds, or high-value commercial operations.
Our vision is not growth for its own sake. As we expand, we are committed to preserving our inclusive, caring culture and the personal, client-focused service that defines us. We believe in building a team of like-minded professionals who share our values and work with purpose. Together, we strive to make a lasting difference in the lives and organisations of those we support.
Our promise to our clients
Communication
We will communicate without legal jargon and, wherever possible, in your native language;
We will keep you up to date on the progress of your case; and
We will return your call or email, within 1 working day.
Service
We will ensure that appropriately skilled and experienced legal specialist handles your case;
We will work hard to ensure that we get the best possible result for you; and
We will listen to your feedback and take appropriate action.
Fees
We will be open and transparent about our fees;
We will contact you for approval before we incur any additional costs; and
We will send invoices that are clear and set out a description of the work done.
We know that often getting the legal help you need can feel daunting. Our team members are always happy to discuss how we can help and will set out your options for moving forward clearly.
Contact our expert team today
If you need legal advice, call us today on 0330 107 0107 or contact us by email by completing the enquiry form and submitting it through our website. Our expert solicitors will review your enquiry and get in touch with you as soon as possible. We look forward to helping you thrive.