Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Legal Services in Exmouth
Established in 1951, our firm has built a reputation for exceptional service and approachability. We prioritise client relationships through friendly, informal interactions and maintain traditional values of courtesy and respect. Our expertise spans conveyancing, wills, probate, and lasting powers of attorney, supported by decades of experience in both private client work and high-street legal services. We offer home visits and flexible appointments to accommodate client needs, ensuring accessibility for all.Our team combines deep local knowledge with a commitment to resolving legal matters efficiently and compassionately. With over 70 years of collective experience, we provide tailored solutions that reflect our understanding of both legal complexities and personal circumstances. Our focus remains on delivering practical, incisive advice while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and client care.
Services
Wills
Probate
Conveyancing
Lasting Powers of Attorney
Estate Planning
Property Sales
Trust Creation
Inheritance Tax Advice
Home Visits
Commercial Transactions
Details
- Year established: 1951
Highlights and features
- We offer over 70 years of combined legal expertise in conveyancing and probate matters
- Our team provides home visits and flexible appointments to accommodate client needs
- We maintain traditional values of courtesy and personal service in all client interactions
- Our solicitors specialise in complex wills and estate planning with tax-efficient solutions
- We combine deep local knowledge with a commitment to resolving legal matters efficiently
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
What people say
Excellent professional service
Personal service
Highly recommended
Approachable team
Traditional values
Services
Wills
We specialise in creating tailored wills that address inheritance tax, asset protection, and family provisions. Our solicitors provide expert guidance on complex matters including trusts and potential estate claims. Clients benefit from streamlined processes and secure document storage, with home visits available for East Devon residents.
Probate
Our team handles all aspects of probate, from asset gathering to tax calculations and estate distribution. We assist executors with legal paperwork while maintaining clear communication throughout the process. With decades of experience, we ensure efficient administration of estates both with and without wills.
Conveyancing
We provide comprehensive residential conveyancing services for property sales and purchases. Our solicitors manage transactions from initial instructions to completion, handling searches, contracts, and registrations. Clients receive transparent pricing and proactive support for both freehold and leasehold properties.
Lasting Powers of Attorney
We prepare and register legal documents enabling trusted individuals to manage finances and health decisions. Our service includes guidance on deputyship applications and future care planning, with fixed-fee packages available for combined financial and welfare arrangements.
Commercial Transactions
We support business clients with property transfers, commercial contracts, and company sales. Our solicitors provide practical advice on legal requirements while maintaining focus on clients' commercial objectives throughout the transaction process.
People
Anthony Wade
Principal Solicitor
Qualified solicitor with over 50 years' experience specialising in conveyancing, wills, and probate. Leads the firm with a commitment to traditional values and client-focused legal services.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We specialise in conveyancing, wills, probate, and lasting powers of attorney, serving clients in Exmouth and East Devon.
How long has the firm been operating?
F. Arthur Jones has provided legal services since 1951, maintaining traditional values while adapting to modern legal needs.
Do you offer home visits?
Yes, we provide home visits for will drafting and legal consultations within the East Devon area.
What are your conveyancing fees?
Our conveyancing fees start at £990 + VAT for freehold properties, with transparent pricing based on property value.
How do you handle probate matters?
We guide executors through the probate process, managing asset collection, tax calculations, and estate distribution with clear communication.
Can you help with lasting powers of attorney?
Yes, we prepare and register both financial and health & welfare lasting powers of attorney, with fixed-fee packages available.
