Business Details
Trusted Legal Experts in Chesterfield
Buchanan & Co Solicitors & Co Solicitors is a long-established family-run legal practice serving communities across Staveley, Chesterfield, Kiveton Park, and Sheffield. With over three decades of experience, we specialise in private family law, conveyancing for residential and commercial properties, estate planning, and civil litigation. Our firm maintains strong partnerships with charities including Cancer Research UK, Alzheimer's Society, and Guide Dogs for the Blind, offering free will services and supporting vital causes. We are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and hold Conveyancing Quality Scheme accreditation, ensuring high standards of legal expertise. Our team combines deep local knowledge with a commitment to accessible, client-focused legal solutions.We prioritise transparency, ethical practice, and community engagement through ongoing charitable initiatives. Client testimonials highlight our professionalism, responsiveness, and ability to handle complex legal matters with care. Our dual office locations provide convenient access for clients across Derbyshire and South Yorkshire. We continuously invest in understanding evolving legal frameworks to deliver reliable, forward-thinking advice tailored to individual client needs. This combination of experience, accreditation, and community values underpins our reputation as trusted legal advisors.
Services
Conveyancing
Family Law
Estate Planning
Probate Services
Civil Litigation
Lasting Power of Attorney
Debt Recovery
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in local legal services
- Our firm supports major charities through free will programmes
- Specialists in conveyancing, family law, and estate planning
- Regulated by Solicitors Regulation Authority with CQS accreditation
- Client testimonials highlight exceptional professional support and care
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
- Conveyancing Quality Scheme
What people say
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Services
Conveyancing
Our conveyancing service handles residential and commercial property transactions with precision. We manage contracts, title transfers, and legal compliance for buyers and sellers. Clients benefit from our local expertise and CQS-accredited processes ensuring smooth property transactions across Derbyshire and South Yorkshire.
Family Law
Specialist family law support covers divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, and financial settlements. We provide compassionate guidance through emotionally challenging situations. Our experience in private family law ensures clients receive practical solutions tailored to their specific circumstances and family needs.
Estate Planning
Comprehensive estate planning includes will creation, inheritance tax advice, and trust management. We offer free will services for charities through our partnership programmes. Our approach ensures clients' wishes are legally protected while minimising future complications for beneficiaries and executors.
Probate Services
We assist executors with probate applications, asset distribution, and estate settlements. Our service includes handling complex estates and tax considerations. Clients receive clear guidance through the legal processes required to administer deceased estates efficiently and lawfully.
Civil Litigation
Civil litigation support covers debt recovery, contract disputes, and property conflicts. We represent clients in court proceedings and negotiation processes. Our approach focuses on achieving practical resolutions while maintaining professional advocacy throughout the legal dispute process.
People
Julia Gibbons
Director
Experienced solicitor specialising in family law with extensive expertise in divorce proceedings and child custody matters. Known for compassionate client support and legal precision. Leads the firm's family law department with over two decades of practice.
Tim Barlow
Director
Conveyancing specialist with deep knowledge of property transactions and estate planning. Manages complex commercial and residential property deals. Provides strategic legal guidance while maintaining focus on client accessibility and clear communication throughout the conveyancing process.
Questions
What legal services does Buchanan & Co Solicitors & Co Solicitors & Co Solicitors offer?
We specialise in conveyancing, family law, estate planning, probate, civil litigation, and lasting power of attorney services across Chesterfield and Sheffield.
Do you provide free will writing services?
Yes, we offer free will services through our charity partnerships with Cancer Research UK and Alzheimer's Society during annual promotional periods.
Are your conveyancing services accredited?
Our conveyancing department holds Conveyancing Quality Scheme accreditation and is regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority.
What areas do you serve?
We provide legal services across Staveley, Chesterfield, Kiveton Park, and Sheffield with local knowledge and community focus.
Do you support local charities?
Yes, we actively support Alzheimer's Society, Cancer Research UK, Guide Dogs for the Blind, and local causes through fundraising and pro bono services.
