Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Legal Services in Long Eaton
SGC Solicitors have been providing expert legal guidance since 1902, combining over a century of experience with a commitment to modern client needs. Established through the merger of Starkie and Gregory Solicitors with Cruickshanks Solicitors in 2001, our firm maintains its roots at 25 Derby Road in Long Eaton, where we have served generations of clients. Our team of qualified professionals specialises in residential and commercial property law, wills, probate, powers of attorney, and family law, delivering tailored solutions for both domestic and commercial clients. We prioritise transparency, offering detailed cost breakdowns without hidden fees, and maintain accreditation through the Law Society Conveyancing Quality Scheme.Our solicitors, including specialists like Simon Fennemore and Richard Cliff, ensure clients receive authoritative advice grounded in decades of combined experience. We operate with a client-centric ethos, treating each case as unique while maintaining the efficiency and reliability that has earned us repeat business and local agent recommendations. Our dedication to quality service is reflected in our SRA regulation (No. 55754) and our focus on clear communication throughout every legal process.
Services
Residential Property
Commercial Property
Wills
Probate
Powers of Attorney
Family Law
Conveyancing
Details
- Year established: 1902
Highlights and features
- We have over 100 years of combined legal experience in Long Eaton
- Our team includes specialists in residential and commercial property law
- We provide detailed cost breakdowns with no hidden fees
- We are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (No. 55754)
- We maintain Law Society Conveyancing Quality Scheme accreditation
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
- Law Society Conveyancing Quality Scheme
Services
Residential Property
Our residential property service handles sales, purchases, and remortgages for freehold and leasehold properties. We manage new builds, right-to-buy transactions, and probate sales while offering competitive quotes with no hidden fees. Our CQS-accredited team ensures smooth processes from initial client care to completion.
Commercial Property
We assist with commercial property transactions including purchases, leases, and business premises sales. Our solicitors handle lease renewals, surrenders, and assignments while providing clear guidance on commercial ownership structures and legal requirements for business properties.
Wills
Our wills service creates legally sound documents tailored to individual circumstances, including simple, structured, and discretionary wills. We advise on asset protection, family provision, and tax implications while ensuring documents meet legal standards for validity and enforceability.
Probate
We provide probate services with fixed fees starting at 650 plus VAT, handling estate administration from initial application to asset distribution. Our team manages complex estates and offers guidance on inheritance tax and legal obligations during the probate process.
Powers of Attorney
We specialise in creating lasting powers of attorney to manage financial and health decisions during incapacity. Our solicitors explain legal requirements, prepare documentation, and guide clients through registration processes that typically take 12 weeks.
People
Simon Fennemore
Licensed Conveyancer
With 13 years' experience in residential conveyancing, Simon oversees property transactions after working at HM Land Registry. He joined SGC in 2013 and specialises in ensuring smooth property transfers for clients.
Richard Cliff
Solicitor
Head of Wills and Probate since qualifying in 1992, Richard brings extensive expertise in estate planning, lasting powers of attorney, and trust management. He provides expert legal guidance on complex inheritance matters.
Rebecca Hewitt
Legal Executive
With over 10 years' experience in wills and probate, Rebecca specialises in estate administration and power of attorney creation. She is completing her legal executive qualification while managing complex client cases.
Sarah Roberts
Legal Executive
A qualified legal executive with 20+ years' experience in residential conveyancing, Sarah handles property transactions with particular expertise in new build purchases and leasehold property management.
Questions
What legal services do you offer in Long Eaton?
We specialise in residential and commercial property law, wills, probate, powers of attorney, and family law services for local clients.
How much do your conveyancing services cost?
Our fixed-fee probate service starts at £650 plus VAT. Property transaction costs depend on property value and location with no hidden fees.
How long does the conveyancing process take?
Typical transactions complete within 8-12 weeks, though times vary depending on transaction complexity and third-party requirements.
Are you regulated by legal authorities?
Yes, we're regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (No. 55754) and maintain Law Society Conveyancing Quality Scheme accreditation.
Can you help with lasting powers of attorney?
Yes, our specialists create and register lasting powers of attorney, with registration typically taking 12 weeks to complete.
Do you offer commercial property legal advice?
We handle commercial property transactions including purchases, leases, and business premises sales with expert legal guidance.
