Business Details
Your Trusted Solicitors in London, Surrey & Middlesex
At Owen White Catlin, we prioritise people, delivering a friendly, straightforward, and bespoke legal service tailored to your unique challenges. With deep roots in local communities across South West London, Surrey, and Middlesex, we have built a reputation as a respected, honest, and knowledgeable law firm. Our team of experienced solicitors specialises in areas including Wills, probate, family law, residential and commercial conveyancing, employment law, and dispute resolution. We combine over a century of collective experience with a commitment to transparency, quality, and empathy, ensuring clients receive expert guidance in plain, accessible language.Our values of honesty, determination, and compassion underpin every case, and we offer multilingual support in Armenian, Hindi, Italian, Urdu, Mauritian Creole, and Punjabi to ensure inclusivity. We are dedicated to making your legal journey stress-free, with transparent cost structures and a focus on achieving outcomes that align with your best interests.
Services
Wills and estate administration
Family law
Residential conveyancing
Employment law
Dispute resolution
Highlights and features
- Over 100 years of combined experience in local communities
- Specialist solicitors in Wills, family law, and conveyancing
- Transparent cost structures with no hidden fees
- Multilingual support in six languages for inclusivity
- Award-winning client-focused service with Lexcel accreditation
Associations and certifications
- Lexcel Practice Management Standard
What people say
Great communication skills
Excellent professional service
Friendly and compassionate
Top tier service
Highly recommend
Services
Wills and estate administration
We provide expert guidance in drafting Wills and administering estates, ensuring your assets are distributed according to your wishes. Our solicitors handle probate applications, inheritance tax planning, and trust management with sensitivity and precision. Clients praise our clarity and compassionate approach during complex legal processes.
Family law
Our family law team specialises in divorce, child custody, prenuptial agreements, and mediation, prioritising amicable resolutions. We offer empathetic support while safeguarding your rights and children's welfare. Clients highlight our professionalism and ability to navigate emotionally challenging cases.
Residential conveyancing
We streamline property transactions, from sales and purchases to remortgaging, with clear communication and timely progress updates. Our solicitors handle leasehold, freehold, and shared ownership transfers, ensuring compliance and minimising stress for buyers and sellers.
Employment law
We advise employees and employers on contracts, redundancies, discrimination claims, and tribunal representation. Our proactive approach helps resolve disputes efficiently while protecting your rights. Clients value our expertise in complex employment law matters and fair outcomes.
Dispute resolution
We resolve civil and commercial disputes through negotiation, mediation, or litigation, focusing on cost-effective solutions. Our experience spans contract breaches, property conflicts, and professional negligence claims. Clients trust our strategic advice and determination to achieve favourable settlements.
People
Richard Land
Managing Partner
Richard Land specialises in contentious probate, inheritance claims, and professional negligence. With over 20 years' experience, he provides strategic legal solutions for complex estate disputes and asset recovery cases.
Sean Wilkins
Senior Partner
Sean Wilkins focuses on probate, estate administration, and inheritance tax planning. He has guided hundreds of clients through Wills and estate matters, combining technical expertise with a client-centred approach.
Deepjeet Walia
Partner
Deepjeet Walia advises on private client matters, including Wills, trusts, and Inheritance Tax. Her meticulous attention to detail ensures tailored estate planning solutions for individuals and families.
Anne Byard
Partner
Anne Byard specialises in residential property law, handling freehold, leasehold, and equity release transactions. She ensures smooth property transfers with clear, jargon-free guidance for first-time buyers and investors.
James Kiely
Partner
James Kiely is an expert in family law, including divorce, child arrangements, and cohabitation agreements. Appointed as a Deputy District Judge, he combines courtroom experience with mediation skills to resolve disputes amicably.
Questions
What areas of law does Owen White Catlin specialise in?
We specialise in Wills, probate, family law, residential and commercial conveyancing, employment law, and dispute resolution, with expert solicitors in each field.
Do you offer multilingual legal support?
Yes, we provide expert legal advice in Armenian, Hindi, Italian, Urdu, Mauritian Creole, and Punjabi to ensure accessibility for all clients.
Are your costs transparent?
Yes, we provide clear cost outlines before any work begins and ensure no hidden fees, with transparent updates if changes occur.
Do you offer home visits or remote consultations?
We offer appointments at our offices in Addlestone, Ashford, Chiswick, and other locations, with some flexible remote consultation options available.
