Business Details
28 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Melton Mowbray
Edwards Solicitors has been providing comprehensive legal services to individuals and businesses in Melton Mowbray and surrounding areas since 1998. Our expertise spans debt recovery, property disputes, conveyancing, probate matters, and dispute resolution, delivered with a commitment to transparency and client-focused solutions. With decades of combined experience, our team of qualified solicitors and legal professionals specialises in both civil and commercial law, including family law, will disputes, and private client services. Recognised by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and Conveyancing Quality Scheme, we prioritise clear communication, ethical practice, and tailored legal strategies.Our multilingual capabilities, including Polish language support, ensure accessibility for diverse client needs. Operating from Granary Chambers in Melton Mowbray, we combine local knowledge with national legal standards to deliver reliable, cost-effective outcomes. Our dedication to continuous professional development ensures clients benefit from up-to-date legal expertise across all service areas.
Services
Legal Consultation
Debt Recovery
Property Disputes
Conveyancing
Probate Services
Will Disputes
Family Law
Commercial Litigation
Estate Administration
Tax Affairs
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of local legal expertise in Melton Mowbray
- Transparent pricing structure with clear cost breakdowns
- Specialists in conveyancing, probate, and commercial disputes
- Multilingual support including Polish language services
- SRA-regulated with CQS-accredited conveyancing specialists
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
- Conveyancing Quality Scheme
Services
Conveyancing Services
Edwards Solicitors provides comprehensive residential and commercial conveyancing services, handling property sales, purchases, re-mortgages, and transfers. Our experienced team ensures smooth transactions with clear communication throughout the process. We specialise in guiding clients through complex property matters while maintaining strict compliance with legal requirements.
Dispute Resolution
Our dispute resolution services cover commercial litigation, contract disputes, and property boundary conflicts. We employ strategic negotiation and advocacy to achieve favourable outcomes for clients. With decades of courtroom experience, our solicitors handle cases ranging from debt recovery to high-value commercial disputes with professional expertise.
Probate Services
We offer complete probate services including will validation, estate administration, and inheritance tax planning. Our team guides executors through the legal process with sensitivity and efficiency. Specialising in contested probate matters, we provide clear advice on complex estate-related legal issues while maintaining client confidentiality.
Family Law
Our family law services address divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, and property division during relationship breakdowns. We approach sensitive matters with professional empathy while protecting client interests. The team provides practical solutions for both immediate concerns and long-term legal implications of family disputes.
Wills & Trusts
We create tailored wills and trust arrangements to ensure clients' assets are distributed according to their wishes. Our services include lasting powers of attorney and tax-efficient estate planning. With specialist knowledge in trust administration, we help clients establish legally sound frameworks for future asset management and inheritance.
People
Edward S. Hryniewiecki
Founding Partner
Qualified solicitor with 30+ years' experience in civil litigation and dispute resolution. Specialises in commercial disputes and private client matters. Provides Polish language support and combines local practice with national legal expertise.
Alison Hardie-Forsyth
Partner & Head of Conveyancing
Conveyancing specialist since 2003 with first-class legal qualifications. Manages property transactions including sales, purchases, and re-mortgages. Combines technical expertise with client-focused approach to property law matters.
Howard P. Partridge
Associate Solicitor
Qualified solicitor since 1971 with extensive experience in family law, probate, and criminal defence. Handles complex legal matters with decades of courtroom advocacy experience across multiple legal disciplines.
W. Gray Hetherington
Consultant Solicitor
Property law specialist with 50 years' experience in commercial and residential transactions. Provides expert advice on property disputes and private client work, combining deep legal knowledge with practical solutions.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We specialise in conveyancing, probate, will disputes, commercial litigation, family law, and estate planning, with multilingual support for Polish-speaking clients.
Do you offer transparent pricing?
Yes, we provide clear cost breakdowns for all legal services with no hidden fees, ensuring complete pricing transparency from initial consultation onwards.
Are you regulated by legal authorities?
We are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA number 290391) and hold Conveyancing Quality Scheme accreditation (CQS03376).
Do you handle high-value property transactions?
We handle residential and commercial conveyancing but do not undertake transactions exceeding £2,000,000 value to maintain focused client service standards.
What are your office hours?
Our Melton Mowbray office operates Monday-Friday 09:00-17:00. We offer appointment-based consultations outside these hours where required.
Can you assist with contested probate matters?
Yes, our team specialises in contested probate cases, providing expert legal representation for estate disputes and inheritance claims with professional sensitivity.
