Business Details
Trusted Legal Services in Derby Since 1892
Timms Solicitors have been providing expert legal advice since 1892, combining over 130 years of experience with a client-centred approach. Our team of three Partners and 60+ staff deliver specialist services across four Midlands locations, prioritising clear communication and practical solutions. We maintain prestigious Lexcel accreditation, reflecting our commitment to excellence in client care and professional standards.Our reputation is built on understanding client needs and achieving optimal outcomes in areas such as family law, conveyancing, and personal injury claims. We invest in continuous staff development and process improvements to ensure we remain a trusted legal partner for individuals and businesses.
Services
Clinical Negligence
Personal Injury
Residential Conveyancing
Wills & Probate
Family Law
Highlights and features
- 130+ years of legal expertise since 1892
- Three Partners leading 60+ specialist staff
- Lexcel-accredited legal service standards
- Proven track record in complex case resolution
- Local knowledge across Midlands communities
Associations and certifications
- Lexcel
What people say
Fantastic throughout
Calm and professional
Highly recommend
Kept informed at every stage
Smooth and straightforward process
Services
Clinical Negligence
Our specialist solicitors handle complex medical negligence cases including brain injuries, fatal accidents, and cauda equina claims. We provide compassionate support while pursuing maximum compensation for clients affected by medical errors. Our team has secured seven-figure settlements through expert case management and court representation.
Personal Injury
We represent clients in road traffic accidents, workplace injuries, and industrial disease claims. Our accredited lawyers combine legal expertise with practical support to help clients recover compensation and access rehabilitation services. Recent successes include high-value settlements for amputation and respiratory injury cases.
Residential Conveyancing
Our licensed conveyancers manage property transactions from initial instructions to completion. We provide clear communication throughout the process, handling probate sales, remortgaging, and new builds across Midlands locations with experienced local knowledge.
Wills & Probate
We offer comprehensive will drafting, probate administration, and inheritance tax planning services. Our specialists provide clear guidance on trusts, powers of attorney, and later-life planning, ensuring clients' wishes are legally protected and executed.
Family Law
Our family law team handles divorce proceedings, financial settlements, and child arrangement disputes. We use collaborative law approaches where possible, with specialist expertise in complex financial cases and child care proceedings across multiple jurisdictions.
People
Charlotte Day
Head of Wills & Probate
Qualified solicitor with 8 years' experience at Timms, specialising in wills and probate. TEP qualified member of STEP and the Association of Lifetime Lawyers. Provides expert advice on estate planning and later-life legal matters.
Adrian Rose
Family Law Partner
Family law specialist with 30+ years' experience. Mediator and expert in complex financial settlements and child arrangement disputes. Represents clients in high-net-worth cases involving businesses, farms, and property portfolios.
Natasha Burnett
Head of Personal Injury
Senior associate solicitor specialising in serious injury claims. APIL member with Senior Litigator Accreditation. Secured multiple seven-figure settlements for clients with traumatic brain and spinal injuries.
Katie Holmes
Head of Conveyancing
Licensed conveyancer with 12 years' experience at Timms. Specialises in residential property transactions with particular expertise in local Midlands property markets and new business development.
Fiona Moffat
Managing Partner
Managing Partner and family law specialist. Resolution Together practitioner with expertise in collaborative divorce proceedings. Oversees firm operations while maintaining active client caseloads in complex family matters.
Questions
What areas of law do Timms Solicitors specialise in?
We specialise in family law, conveyancing, clinical negligence, personal injury claims, and wills & probate services across Midlands locations.
Are Timms Solicitors accredited by professional bodies?
Yes, we hold Lexcel accreditation and our lawyers are members of professional organisations including the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers.
How can I make payments to Timms Solicitors?
We offer secure online payments for invoices up to £5,000, with alternative payment options available through our accounts team.
What locations do Timms Solicitors operate from?
We have four offices in Derby, Ashby, Swadlincote and Burton, serving clients across Derbyshire, Staffordshire and Leicestershire.
Can I get legal advice online from Timms Solicitors?
Yes, we offer video consultations and remote court hearing support, with online resources including blogs and informative legal videos.
