Business Details
Your Trusted Legal Partner in West Bromwich
Baches Solicitors have been trusted legal advisors in West Bromwich since 1867, serving generations of families with unwavering commitment. Our practice combines deep-rooted local knowledge with expertise in family law, conveyancing, private client services, and domestic abuse cases. We prioritise compassionate, jargon-free guidance to help clients navigate complex legal challenges. As a Lexcel-accredited firm, we maintain rigorous standards of client care and compliance. Our team includes specialists in children's law, matrimonial disputes, and property transactions, all dedicated to delivering tailored solutions.With over 150 years of continuous service, we remain deeply embedded in the Sandwell community. Our approach balances professionalism with empathy, ensuring clients feel supported during life's most difficult moments. We offer fixed-fee consultations and transparent pricing to make quality legal support accessible. From wills and probate to urgent protective orders, our services address both immediate needs and long-term planning. This enduring combination of experience, accreditation, and client-centric values continues to make us a preferred legal partner in the West Midlands.
Services
Family Law
Conveyancing
Private Client
Domestic Abuse
Matrimonial Law
Highlights and features
- Over 150 years of continuous legal service in West Bromwich
- Lexcel-accredited quality standards and client care
- Specialist family law team with Law Society panel membership
- Transparent pricing and fixed-fee consultation options
- Deep local knowledge with multi-generational client relationships
Associations and certifications
- Lexcel
- Law Society Conveyancing Scheme
What people say
Polite and friendly receptionists
Very kind and helpful staff
Prompt and efficient process
Understandable legal explanations
BEST FIRM in the world
Services
Family Law
We handle complex family law matters including divorce, child custody, and financial settlements. Our specialists provide compassionate guidance during relationship breakdowns or social services interventions. With Law Society panel membership, we ensure expert representation for private and public law cases involving children and vulnerable adults.
Conveyancing
Our residential conveyancing team manages property transactions with over 50 years combined experience. We handle sales, purchases, remortgages, and leasehold transfers under the Law Society Conveyancing Scheme. We prioritise clear communication to reduce stress during home-moving processes while maintaining national accreditation standards.
Private Client
We offer comprehensive private client services including wills, probate, and lasting powers of attorney. Our specialists handle inheritance tax planning and court of protection matters with sensitivity. We provide home visits and accessible offices for elderly clients requiring care home planning or deputyship arrangements.
Domestic Abuse
We provide confidential support for domestic abuse victims seeking non-molestation or occupation orders. Our accredited specialists handle emergency applications with urgency while explaining legal processes clearly. We represent clients in both private and public law contexts, prioritising safety and long-term protection.
Matrimonial Law
Our matrimonial law team specialises in divorce proceedings and financial settlements. We handle high net-worth cases and cohabitation disputes with equal expertise. Accredited specialists manage pre/post-nuptial agreements and separation arrangements, focusing on minimising conflict while protecting client interests.
People
Jo Johnson
Partner & Solicitor
Managing Partner with 20 years' experience in children's law, specialising in custody arrangements and family court representation. Leads our children law department with a focus on achieving child-centred outcomes.
Sharan Sohal
Partner & Solicitor
Head of Private Client Department with 20+ years' experience in wills, probate, and elderly client care. Specialises in complex inheritance tax planning and cross-border asset management for international clients.
Lindsey Newell
Partner & Solicitor
Head of Matrimonial Law with expertise in financial settlements and cohabitation disputes. Handles both low and high net-worth divorce cases with a focus on equitable asset distribution.
Jarna Rahman
Partner & Legal Executive
Head of Conveyancing with 25+ years' property law experience. Manages residential transactions including leasehold reforms and shared ownership schemes under the Law Society's accredited conveyancing scheme.
Lisa Fraser
Solicitor
Children law specialist with 30 years' public law experience. Accredited practitioner in care proceedings, representing parents and children in complex social services intervention cases.
Questions
What areas of law does Baches Solicitors specialise in?
We specialise in family law, conveyancing, private client services, and domestic abuse cases. Our accredited specialists handle matters ranging from divorce proceedings to property transactions and estate planning.
Do you offer home visits for legal consultations?
Yes, we provide home visits for private client matters like wills and elderly care planning. Our wheelchair-accessible offices also accommodate clients requiring in-person meetings.
What makes Baches Solicitors different from other law firms?
As West Bromwich's longest-established firm, we combine 150+ years of local experience with Lexcel accreditation. Our team includes Law Society panel members specialising in complex family and property law cases.
Can I get a fixed-fee legal consultation?
Yes, we offer fixed-fee appointments with solicitors across all practice areas. This provides cost certainty for initial consultations on matters like divorce proceedings or property transactions.
How do you handle domestic abuse cases?
We provide confidential support for domestic abuse victims seeking protective orders. Our accredited specialists handle emergency applications with urgency while explaining legal processes clearly and compassionately.
