Business Details
18 Years
experience
Expert Legal Services in Commercial & Residential Property
Established in 2008, we are a niche law firm specialising in property and private client work. Our service is built on the technical excellence and commercial pragmatism of our lawyers, delivering a responsive service that understands both commercial realities and personal motivations. We prioritise approachability, reliability, and ease of doing business, fostering long-term relationships through enjoyable and productive client interactions.Our expertise spans commercial property transactions, residential property matters, and wills and wealth planning. We ensure clients remain informed throughout processes, completing transactions efficiently while maintaining high standards of legal service. Our team combines experience with a commitment to clear communication and client-focused solutions.
Services
Commercial Property
Residential Property
Wills & Estate Planning
Probate & Administration
Landlord & Tenant
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We specialise in property and private client law with technical expertise
- Our team combines commercial pragmatism with responsive service delivery
- Established in 2008 with a proven track record in Derbyshire
- We prioritise transparent communication throughout legal processes
- Award-winning client relationship management in property transactions
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
What people say
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Productive relationships
Services
Commercial Property
We handle all aspects of commercial property transactions including acquisitions, development, investment, and secured lending. Our team provides pragmatic advice tailored to business needs while maintaining legal compliance. Clients benefit from streamlined processes and strategic guidance for both single-site purchases and large-scale developments.
Residential Property
Specialising in residential conveyancing, we manage sales, purchases, remortgages, and equity transfers with minimal client stress. Our process ensures clear communication throughout, completing transactions efficiently while protecting client interests in both standard and complex property matters.
Wills & Estate Planning
We create tailored wills and inheritance tax planning solutions to protect personal assets. Services include declarations of trust, court of protection matters, and lasting powers of attorney, ensuring clients' wishes are legally documented with professional precision and sensitivity.
Probate & Administration
Our probate specialists handle estate administration, including grant applications and tax planning. We guide executors through legal requirements while managing residential care planning and asset distribution, combining empathy with technical expertise in estate settlement processes.
Landlord & Tenant
We advise on commercial landlord-tenant relationships, covering lease agreements, disputes, and property management. Our service balances legal compliance with practical business considerations, ensuring landlords maintain profitable tenancies while protecting their property investments.
People
Mark Vinecombe
Partner
Specialist in commercial property transactions with extensive experience in development and investment deals. Leads the firm's property team while maintaining direct client involvement in complex cases.
Dan Furness
Partner
Commercial property expert focusing on secured lending and large-scale developments. Provides strategic legal guidance to businesses across Derbyshire and surrounding regions.
Laura White
Partner
Residential property specialist managing high-value home transactions and equity transfers. Ensures smooth conveyancing processes for first-time buyers and property investors.
Christine Hinkley
Chartered Legal Executive
Wills and probate specialist handling estate administration and inheritance tax planning. Advises clients on lasting powers of attorney and court of protection matters.
Chloe Sallis
Solicitor
Emerging legal talent in probate and estate planning, supporting clients with will drafting and residential care planning. Works closely with senior partners to deliver comprehensive private client services.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We focus on commercial property, residential property, and private client work including wills, probate, and estate planning.
How quickly can you complete a property transaction?
We prioritise efficient processes while maintaining legal accuracy, typically completing standard transactions within 8-12 weeks depending on complexity.
Do you offer will writing services?
Yes, we provide comprehensive will writing, inheritance tax planning, and lasting powers of attorney with specialist legal guidance.
How are your legal fees structured?
We provide transparent pricing tailored to each case, with detailed cost breakdowns provided before work commences.
Can you handle property matters outside Derbyshire?
While based in Derby, we handle property transactions across the Midlands and accept instructions nationwide through our network.
