Business Details
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Alton
Bookers & Bolton has been providing trusted legal services since 1893, establishing a legacy of excellence in Hampshire and the surrounding regions. Our firm combines over a century of legal expertise with modern practices to deliver tailored solutions for family law, conveyancing, and private client matters. With a team of experienced solicitors, we prioritise client needs while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and integrity. Our commitment to quality is evidenced by accreditations such as Cyber Essentials and LEAP's Best Practice Standard for conveyancing.We serve clients both remotely and through our Alton office, ensuring accessibility without compromising on personal service. Our long-standing reputation reflects our dedication to resolving complex legal challenges with diligence and care. We actively engage in community initiatives and invest in continuous professional development to maintain our position as a leading local law firm. Clients benefit from our deep understanding of regional legal landscapes and our ability to adapt to evolving legal frameworks while preserving traditional values of trust and reliability.
Services
Family Law
Conveyancing
Will Writing
Probate
Lasting Powers of Attorney
Commercial Property
Private Client
Estate Planning
Divorce
Cohabitation Agreements
Highlights and features
- We have over 130 years of legal experience serving Hampshire communities
- Our solicitors hold specialist accreditations including LEAP's Best Practice Standard
- We combine traditional values with modern technology for efficient service delivery
- Our team includes Resolution-accredited family law specialists
- We maintain Cyber Essentials accreditation for data security excellence
Associations and certifications
- Cyber Essentials
- LEAP's Best Practice Standard
Services
Family Law
Our family law specialists handle divorce, separation, and child arrangements with sensitivity and expertise. We prioritise amicable resolutions while protecting client interests through court proceedings when necessary. Our Resolution-accredited solicitors provide clear guidance on financial settlements and cohabitation agreements.
Conveyancing
We offer comprehensive residential and commercial conveyancing services with CQS accreditation. Our team manages property purchases, sales, and lease extensions using modern technology for real-time transaction tracking. We provide transparent pricing and flexible payment options for all property transactions.
Will Writing
Our private client team specialises in creating legally sound wills and lasting powers of attorney. We advise on statutory wills, trust creation, and probate matters while considering individual family circumstances. Our services ensure client wishes are properly documented and legally enforceable.
Probate
We guide executors through the probate process with clear, practical advice. Our services include estate valuation, inheritance tax calculations, and dispute resolution. We help clients navigate contentious probate matters while maintaining professional standards of care.
Lasting Powers of Attorney
Our specialists create tailored lasting powers of attorney to protect clients' interests. We explain different attorney roles and registration requirements while ensuring documents meet legal standards. We provide urgent LPA creation services for time-sensitive situations.
People
Gideon Gristofoli
Senior Partner & Head of Business Law
Gideon has extensive experience in commercial property law and business transactions. He leads the firm's corporate legal services while maintaining active involvement in strategic decision-making. His expertise spans over 25 years of legal practice in Hampshire.
Emma Bell
Solicitor, Head of Private Client
Emma specialises in private client law with nearly 20 years' experience. She provides expert advice on wills, probate, and lasting powers of attorney. Her leadership ensures high standards in estate planning and vulnerable client care.
Paul Wilson
Partner & Head of Family
Paul leads the family law department with significant experience in divorce and child arrangements. He advocates for constructive dispute resolution while representing clients' interests in court proceedings when necessary.
Jaeda Moayedi-Azarpour
Head of Property
Jaeda oversees residential and commercial conveyancing services with specialist knowledge of local property markets. She ensures efficient transaction management while maintaining CQS accreditation standards for property law services.
Dawn Booker
Conveyancer
Dawn provides expert conveyancing services with focus on residential property transactions. Her experience includes lease extensions and buy-to-let property matters. She works closely with clients to ensure smooth property transfers.
Questions
How long has Bookers & Bolton been operating?
We have provided legal services in Alton since 1893, maintaining continuous operation for over 130 years.
What legal specialisms do you offer?
We specialise in family law, conveyancing, private client services, wills, probate, and commercial property transactions.
Are your conveyancing fees transparent?
Yes, we provide clear fee structures with no hidden costs through our online conveyancing calculator.
Do you offer remote legal services?
Yes, we provide full legal services online, by phone, and through our Alton office.
What accreditations do you hold?
We maintain Cyber Essentials certification and LEAP's Best Practice Standard for conveyancing quality.
Can I create a will electronically?
While traditional wills remain standard, we advise on emerging electronic wills legislation developments.
