Business Details
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Ormskirk & Skelmersdale
Brighouse Wolff provide comprehensive legal services to individuals and businesses across Lancashire, with offices in Ormskirk and Skelmersdale. Our firm combines decades of legal expertise with a client-focused approach, specialising in family law, personal injury claims, commercial property transactions, and probate services. As the only local firm offering legal aid in family matters, we prioritise accessibility and affordability while maintaining high professional standards. Our team of qualified solicitors and legal executives delivers tailored advice across diverse practice areas, including criminal law, medical negligence, and commercial disputes. We uphold a tradition of client care established by our founding partners, ensuring continuity and stability in all legal representations.Our commitment to competitive pricing ensures clients receive exceptional value without compromising service quality. With combined experience spanning multiple generations, we serve both urban and rural communities throughout the region. Our estate agency division offers integrated conveyancing services, streamlining property transactions for clients. We maintain strong local connections while adhering to national regulatory standards under the Solicitors Regulation Authority. This balanced approach enables us to deliver expert legal solutions with a personal touch.
Services
Criminal Law
Personal Injury
Medical Negligence
Professional Negligence
Settlement Agreements
Commercial Property
Commercial Disputes
Wills & Probate
Family Law
Estate Agency
Highlights and features
- We are the only local firm offering legal aid in family matters
- Our combined Sales and Conveyancing Service streamlines property transactions
- Experienced team with decades of legal expertise in Lancashire
- Committed to client care with a friendly, professional approach
- Competitive pricing without compromising service quality
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
What people say
Friendly, professional approach
Hassle free service
Excellent service
Would definitely recommend
No poor service
Services
Family Law
Our family law specialists handle divorce proceedings, child arrangements, and financial settlements with sensitivity and expertise. We provide clear guidance through emotionally challenging situations while protecting client interests. With decades of local experience, we ensure continuity of representation from initial consultation through court proceedings when necessary.
Personal Injury
We represent clients in road traffic accidents, workplace injuries, and public liability claims. Our solicitors negotiate with insurers to secure maximum compensation for injuries and financial losses. With specialist accreditation in personal injury law, we handle complex cases including multi-track claims requiring expert medical evidence.
Commercial Property
Our commercial property team advises on acquisitions, leases, and property development for business clients. We handle landlord and tenant matters, re-mortgages, and equity release schemes. With dedicated departments in both office locations, we provide timely advice tailored to commercial clients' operational needs.
Wills & Probate
We offer comprehensive will drafting, probate administration, and lasting power of attorney services. Our specialists provide clear guidance on inheritance tax planning and trust management. Regular community workshops help clients understand estate planning options while ensuring legal documents meet current regulatory requirements.
Medical Negligence
Our clinical negligence specialists investigate misdiagnosis, surgical errors, and substandard care claims. We work with medical experts to establish liability and quantify long-term care costs. Cases are handled on a no-win-no-fee basis, ensuring access to justice for clients requiring specialist rehabilitation support.
People
Simon G. Brighouse
Partner Solicitor
Qualified in 1993 with over 35 years' experience, specialising in family law and private client matters. Provides continuity of representation through court proceedings while maintaining the firm's founding principles of client care.
Jennifer L. Kirby
Senior Partner Solicitor
Head of Wills & Probate Department with Law Society award for private client excellence. Specialises in probate administration, court of protection matters, and trust management while offering home visits for client convenience.
Mike Flynn
Partner Solicitor
Criminal law specialist since 1994, qualified higher court advocate. Handles police station representations and crown court cases with particular expertise in defending complex criminal prosecutions across West Lancashire.
Jenny Clark
Partner Solicitor
Commercial property expert since 2001, advising on commercial leases, property acquisitions, and landlord-tenant disputes. Combines technical legal knowledge with practical business understanding to protect clients' property investments.
Debra Coughlin
Partner Solicitor
Head of Residential Conveyancing with 14 years' experience in property law. Specialises in equity release mortgages and right-to-buy transactions while maintaining a flexible approach to client appointments.
Questions
Do you offer legal aid for family law cases?
Yes, we're the only local firm providing legal aid in family matters. Contact our Ormskirk office for eligibility assessment and expert representation in divorce, child custody, and financial settlement cases.
What property services do you combine with conveyancing?
Our unique Sales and Conveyancing Service handles both estate agency and legal aspects under one roof. This integrated approach streamlines property transactions, reducing delays and administrative complications for buyers and sellers.
How do I make a personal injury claim?
Contact our specialist solicitors within 12 months of the incident. We handle road accidents, workplace injuries, and public liability claims on a no-win-no-fee basis, seeking maximum compensation for medical expenses and lost income.
Can I get home visits for will writing?
Yes, our probate specialists offer home visits for will drafting and lasting power of attorney arrangements. This service ensures accessibility for clients with mobility challenges while maintaining document validity.
What commercial property services do you provide?
We handle commercial leases, property acquisitions, and landlord-tenant disputes. Our solicitors advise on property development projects and equity release schemes, serving businesses across Lancashire.
