Business Details
Expert Legal Services in Loughborough & Melton Mowbray
Latham & Co Solicitors & Co Solicitors have served clients since the late 1700s, offering tailored legal expertise from offices in Loughborough and Melton Mowbray. Our team combines deep local knowledge with extensive experience across diverse legal disciplines, including family law, property transactions, and commercial litigation. We prioritise accessibility, maintaining strong relationships with local authorities and organisations to benefit clients.With solicitors and legal executives specialising in areas such as wills, probate, and ecclesiastical law, we deliver competitive, transparent pricing alongside a commitment to exceptional client care. Our firm remains dedicated to simplifying legal processes during challenging times while upholding the highest professional standards through accreditations like the Law Society's Conveyancing Quality Scheme.
Services
Family Law
Conveyancing
Probate
Wills
Trusts
Litigation
Landlord & Tenant
Commercial Property
Employment Law
Debt Recovery
Highlights and features
- Experienced solicitors with expertise in family, property, and business law
- Transparent pricing with no hidden costs
- Convenient offices in Loughborough and Melton Mowbray
- Regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority for your assurance
- Specialist ecclesiastical and charity law services since 1978
Associations and certifications
- Law Society's Conveyancing Quality Scheme
- Certainty National Will Register
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
Services
Family Law
Specialist family law services covering divorce, child custody, financial settlements, and domestic violence cases. Our solicitors provide compassionate guidance through emotionally challenging situations while protecting client interests. We also draft prenuptial agreements and handle cohabitation disputes for individuals and couples across Leicestershire and the East Midlands.
Conveyancing
Residential and commercial conveyancing services with transparent pricing and clear timelines. Our accredited solicitors handle property purchases, sales, remortgages, and leasehold transactions. We prioritise efficient completions while addressing legal complexities, serving clients across Melton Mowbray, Loughborough, and surrounding areas with local market expertise.
Probate
Comprehensive probate and estate administration services, including will validation, asset distribution, and inheritance tax planning. Our team assists executors and beneficiaries with straightforward and contested cases, ensuring compliance with legal requirements while minimising stress during difficult times.
Commercial Property
Legal support for commercial property transactions, including acquisitions, disposals, and lease agreements. We advise businesses on secured lending, retail property matters, and development projects. Our solicitors combine technical expertise with practical commercial awareness to protect client investments and facilitate growth.
Wills
Professional will drafting and estate planning services to ensure client wishes are legally documented. We create tailored solutions for inheritance planning, lasting powers of attorney, and trust formation, helping individuals safeguard assets while complying with current legislation across Rutland and Nottinghamshire.
People
Christopher Bell
Senior Partner
Specialising in family law since 1999, Chris advises on divorce, child custody, and financial settlements. He supervises litigation and private client departments while maintaining Resolution membership, ensuring ethical dispute resolution for clients across Leicestershire.
Nelly Chipman
Managing Partner
Qualified in 2003, Nelly leads commercial/residential property teams and acts as Conveyancing Quality Scheme SRO. With expertise in retail property and secured lending, she builds long-term client relationships while providing notarial services from her Loughborough office.
Trevor Kirkman
Consultant Solicitor
With over 40 years' experience, Trevor specialises in commercial property, agricultural law, and ecclesiastical matters. A former Leicestershire Law Society president since 1978, he combines deep local knowledge with specialist expertise in inheritance tax planning and charitable trusts.
Nicholas Price
Consultant Solicitor
Handling commercial disputes since 2008, Nick represents businesses and individuals in contract, property, and construction litigation. His risk assessment approach benefits clients in both urban and rural communities across the East Midlands.
Phillipa Howett
Associate Solicitor
Specialising in private client work since 2015, Phillipa drafts wills and manages probate cases with a focus on individual client needs. She conducts home visits across Melton Mowbray, prioritising approachable, person-centred legal services.
Questions
What areas do Latham & Co Solicitors & Co Solicitors & Co Solicitors cover?
We serve clients across Leicestershire, Rutland, Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, and the wider East Midlands region from our Loughborough and Melton Mowbray offices.
Are your legal fees transparent?
Yes, we provide clear cost guides for conveyancing, probate, and debt recovery services with no hidden charges. All pricing includes VAT disclosure and service inclusions.
What legal accreditations do you hold?
We're members of the Law Society's Conveyancing Quality Scheme, Certainty National Will Register, and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA number 00206527).
Can you handle complex family law cases?
Our experienced family law team manages complex divorces, child custody disputes, and financial settlements, with Senior Partner Chris Bell specialising in these matters since 1999.
Do you offer commercial property services?
Yes, we provide comprehensive commercial property legal services including leases, acquisitions, and secured lending, led by Managing Partner Nelly Chipman with 20+ years' experience.
