Business Details
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Weston-Super-Mare
At Powells Law, we deliver tailored legal solutions to individuals and businesses across the UK from our base in Weston-Super-Mare, North Somerset. With a client-focused approach, we combine practical expertise and accessibility to address complex legal challenges. Our team holds accreditations including Lexcel (Law Society's excellence standard), Conveyancing Quality Scheme membership, and Legal Aid franchise status, ensuring quality service delivery. Accredited as an Investor in People since 1998, our staff include specialists in trusts and estates (STEP members), family law (Law Society Children Panel), leasehold matters (ALEP), and contentious probate (ACTAPS).We prioritise clear communication through direct access to case handlers via direct dial or email, maintaining transparency throughout legal processes. Our physical accessibility features include ground-floor facilities and client parking, complemented by flexible payment options like fixed fees and pay-as-you-go arrangements.
Services
Legal Services
Conveyancing
Probate
Employment Law
Family Law
Commercial Disputes
Leasehold Advice
Wills and Probate
Business Law
Highlights and features
- Accredited Investor in People since 1998 with specialist legal accreditations
- STEP members for trusts and estate planning expertise
- Lexcel-approved quality legal service delivery standard
- Fixed fee and flexible payment arrangements available
- Local accessibility with nationwide client reach
Associations and certifications
- Lexcel
- Conveyancing Quality Scheme
- Legal Services Commission
- Resolution
- Investor in People
What people say
Clear and honest advice
Prompt and accurate service
Highly recommended
Expert legal support
Accessible local solicitors
Services
Conveyancing Services
Our conveyancing specialists handle residential and commercial property transactions with Lexcel-approved processes. We manage leasehold conversions, enfranchisement, right to manage claims, and new home purchases including Help to Buy schemes. Clients benefit from transparent pricing options and local knowledge of North Somerset property markets.
Probate and Estate Planning
STEP-qualified lawyers provide comprehensive probate services and estate planning. We assist with will drafting, lasting powers of attorney, trust creation, and court of protection matters. Our approach ensures smooth asset transfer while addressing tax efficiency and family needs through tailored solutions.
Family Law Services
Specialist family law practitioners handle divorce proceedings, child arrangements, financial settlements, and pre-nuptial agreements. We prioritise amicable resolutions while protecting client interests in property disputes and child custody matters through court representation when necessary.
Commercial Legal Support
We advise businesses on mergers, acquisitions, employment law, contract disputes, and commercial property leases. Our services include day-to-day legal support, franchise agreements, and dispute resolution through mediation or litigation to protect commercial interests.
Dispute Resolution
Experienced litigators manage civil disputes including landlord-tenant conflicts, debt recovery, professional negligence claims, and boundary issues. We employ alternative dispute resolution methods where appropriate to achieve cost-effective outcomes for personal and business clients.
People
Paul Addison
Partner
Specialising in property law with extensive experience in leasehold enfranchisement and complex conveyancing transactions. Provides strategic guidance on residential and commercial property matters across North Somerset.
Jenny Brading
Partner
Family law specialist with Law Society Children Panel accreditation. Focuses on divorce settlements, child custody arrangements, and pre-nuptial agreements with emphasis on minimising family conflict during legal proceedings.
Roberta Ferrari
Partner
STEP-qualified expert in wills, probate, and estate planning. Manages high-value estate administrations and advises on tax-efficient wealth transfer strategies for individuals and families.
Stephen Soper
Partner
Commercial law practitioner with expertise in business mergers, employment law, and contract disputes. Provides ongoing legal support to local businesses and handles complex commercial litigation matters.
Jenny Collins
Partner
Specialises in leasehold property law and contentious probate cases. Represents landlords and tenants in lease extension negotiations and manages disputes through mediation and court proceedings.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We specialise in conveyancing, probate and estate planning, family law, commercial legal support, and dispute resolution across personal and business matters.
Are your services available outside North Somerset?
While based in Weston-Super-Mare, we serve clients nationwide with particular expertise in local property and family law matters.
What payment options do you offer?
We provide fixed fee arrangements, pay-as-you-go options, and transparent pricing tailored to individual case requirements.
Do you offer emergency legal support?
We prioritise urgent matters through prompt initial consultations but don't provide 24/7 emergency services.
How accessible is your office?
Our office features ground-floor interview rooms, disabled access ramps, and client parking facilities behind the building.
What professional accreditations do you hold?
We maintain Lexcel, Conveyancing Quality Scheme, and Investor in People accreditations, with specialists in STEP and ALEP memberships.
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