Business Details
34 Years
experience
Your Trusted Solicitors in Weston-super-Mare
Britton & Co & Co is a family-run law firm based in Worle, Weston-super-Mare, offering expert legal services with a personal touch. Established in 1992 by Cathryn Britton & Co & Co, we specialise in residential conveyancing, wills, probate, and lasting powers of attorney. Our team combines decades of experience with a commitment to clear communication, ensuring clients understand every step of their legal processes.We pride ourselves on avoiding legal jargon and providing tailored solutions for property transactions, estate planning, and probate administration. With a loyal client base built over 30 years, we serve individuals and families across the region, prioritising transparency, affordability, and dedicated support throughout every case.
Services
Residential Conveyancing
Wills
Probate
Equity Release
Transfers of Equity
Declarations of Trust
Property Auctions
New Builds
Buy to Let
Re-mortgages
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We provide 30+ years of conveyancing expertise with a personal approach
- Our team avoids legal jargon, ensuring clear client understanding
- Clients work directly with the same solicitors throughout their transactions
- We specialise in complex property matters including listed buildings and equity release
- Transparent pricing with no hidden fees for all legal services
Services
Residential Conveyancing
We handle all aspects of residential property transactions including freehold and leasehold sales, purchases, and new builds. Our team ensures smooth processes for first-time buyers and experienced homeowners through timely document preparation and proactive issue resolution. With expertise in listed buildings and complex transactions, we provide clear guidance from instruction to completion.
Wills
Our wills service helps clients protect their assets and specify inheritance preferences. We create tailored documents considering family dynamics, charitable gifts, and funeral arrangements. Offering home visits and telephone consultations, we ensure accessibility while maintaining legal accuracy. Fees start at 235 plus VAT for straightforward single wills with flexible options for complex requirements.
Probate
We assist executors with probate applications and estate administration, managing asset distribution according to will provisions. Our support includes navigating complex asset portfolios and addressing inheritance tax considerations. By handling administrative burdens, we enable families to focus on grieving while ensuring legal compliance throughout the probate process.
Equity Release
Specialising in equity release schemes, we help clients access property wealth while maintaining residency. Our conveyancing team coordinates with lenders to ensure regulatory compliance and protect client interests. We provide clear explanations of long-term implications and alternative options to support informed decision-making about property-based financial products.
Transfers of Equity
We manage legal processes for adding or removing names from property deeds during life events like marriage or separation. Our services include preparing declaration of trust documents to define property shares and addressing stamp duty implications. We coordinate with mortgage lenders to ensure smooth ownership transitions while protecting all parties' interests.
People
Cathryn Britton
Solicitor
Admitted in 1980 with over 40 years' experience, Cathryn specialises in residential and commercial conveyancing. She founded Britton & Co & Co in 1992 after recovering from meningitis, building a reputation for attention to detail and community-focused service.
Georgia Brown
Licensed Conveyancer
Qualified in 2021, Georgia specialises in residential property with emphasis on clear communication. She joined the family firm in 2013 after studying religion and theology at Cardiff University, adopting a personal yet professional approach.
Roger Britton
Wills and Probate Practitioner
With financial services background since 1994, Roger specialises in probate matters. He joined the firm in 2014, providing compassionate support during difficult times while managing complex estate administration requirements.
David Walsh
Solicitor
Qualified in 1984, David brings extensive conveyancing experience from partnerships at Fryer Collett & Co and Oxley and Walsh Solicitors. He offers objective perspectives and clear legal advice based on decades of practice.
Questions
What areas do you cover?
We primarily serve Weston-super-Mare and surrounding areas including Worle, providing local expertise for property transactions and legal services.
Do you offer home visits?
Yes, we provide home visits for will preparation and other legal services when required, ensuring accessibility for all clients.
How much does a will cost?
Our straightforward single wills start at £235 plus VAT, with joint wills from £345 plus VAT, depending on complexity and requirements.
What's included in conveyancing fees?
Fees cover legal work, official searches, and Land Registry fees. We provide detailed cost breakdowns before proceeding with property transactions.
Can you handle complex property types?
Yes, we specialise in diverse properties including listed buildings, new builds, and equity release transactions with expert legal guidance.
How quickly can you complete a re-mortgage?
Standard re-mortgages typically complete within 4-6 weeks, depending on lender requirements and property complexity.
