Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Legal Services in Streatham, London
Established in 1950, A L Hughes Solicitors has served clients in Streatham, South London, for over seven decades. Our firm combines the professional standards of central London legal practice with the personalised attention of a small team, ensuring cost-effective solutions tailored to individual client needs. Specialising in property law, we handle commercial and residential conveyancing, leasehold enfranchisement, probate, and estate planning. Our solicitors, with combined decades of experience, personally manage all legal work, avoiding delegation to unqualified assistants.We prioritise transparency in pricing, providing detailed cost estimates upfront and maintaining clear communication throughout transactions. Our commitment to quality service is reflected in our adherence to strict professional standards and our proactive approach to resolving client concerns through formal and informal complaint procedures.
Services
Conveyancing
Probate
Wills
Leasehold Enfranchisement
Estate Planning
Details
- Year established: 1950
Highlights and features
- We provide transparent pricing with detailed cost estimates upfront.
- All legal work is handled directly by experienced solicitors.
- Specialists in property law with decades of local market knowledge.
- Personalised service combining central London standards with small-firm attention.
- Proven track record in complex conveyancing and probate matters.
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
Services
Conveyancing
We handle residential and commercial property transactions with transparent pricing and fixed-fee options. Our solicitors manage lease extensions, collective enfranchisements, and complex development conveyancing. Clients receive detailed cost estimates and dedicated support throughout the transaction process.
Probate
Our probate services include estate administration, inheritance tax planning, and grant applications. We guide executors through asset liquidation and distribution processes. Hourly rates apply with clear cost breakdowns for all administrative tasks involved.
Wills
We draft comprehensive wills and lasting powers of attorney to ensure clients' wishes are legally protected. Our services include public guardianship office applications and tailored estate planning solutions for individuals and families.
Leasehold Enfranchisement
Specialist advice on lease extensions and collective freehold purchases. We represent leaseholders in negotiations and legal proceedings. Our team has extensive experience in Streatham's unique property market and conservation area regulations.
Commercial Property
We manage commercial leases, assignments, and renewals for businesses in South London. Services include development property setup and town planning advice. Our solicitors provide cost-effective solutions for landlords and tenants alike.
People
Norman Mann
Consultant
Admitted as a solicitor in 1969, Norman Mann has been with the firm since 1968. Now serving as a consultant, he contributes decades of legal expertise while enjoying retirement activities.
Laurence Mann
Partner
Qualified in 1984, Laurence Mann specialises in commercial and residential conveyancing. He actively participates in local education as a school governor and community choir member in Twickenham.
Frances Holton
Partner
Admitted in 1983, Frances Holton focuses on residential conveyancing and probate matters. She balances her legal practice with caring for two Schnauzer dogs and maintaining the firm's client-focused approach.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We specialise in property law, conveyancing, probate, wills, and leasehold enfranchisement with particular expertise in Streatham's property market.
How are your legal fees structured?
Conveyancing fees are fixed with hourly rates for complex matters. Probate services are charged hourly at £250 plus VAT, with transparent cost estimates provided upfront.
Do you offer online document access?
Yes, our client information notes, terms of business, and information sheets are available online for easy access and download.
How do you handle property transaction delays?
We provide detailed timescale guides and proactively manage transactions. Fees are capped at 50% of estimates if transactions become abortive without special arrangements.
What if I need to make a complaint?
We have formal and informal complaint procedures. Contact either Laurence Mann or Frances Holton, or write to our Streatham office for resolution.
Are your solicitors directly involved in cases?
All legal work is handled personally by our three solicitors without delegation to unqualified assistants, ensuring expert oversight throughout your case.
