Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Hampshire and Surrey
Burley Geach has served private individuals, businesses, farmers, and landowners for over a century, delivering specialist legal advice tailored to individual client needs. Our firm combines traditional values of client care with a modern, forward-looking approach, ensuring flexibility and accessibility through appointments at convenient times and locations. With offices in Petersfield, Haslemere, and Liphook, we pride ourselves on building long-standing relationships by listening to clients, responding promptly, and treating everyone with respect. Our solicitors provide clear, accurate, and comprehensive advice across residential and commercial property, family law, wills and probate, and agricultural matters.We prioritise transparency in fees, offering upfront cost estimates and regular updates, while maintaining a commitment to quality that has earned us a reputation as a trusted legal advisor across Hampshire and Surrey. Our expertise in complex legal challenges, including leasehold enfranchisement and farm land transactions, reflects our deep understanding of both local markets and national legal standards.
Services
Residential Property
Commercial Property
Family Matters
Powers of Attorney
Land Development
Property Finance
Diversification
Court of Protection
Services for the Elderly
Leasehold Enfranchisement
Details
- Year established: 1925
Highlights and features
- We have over 100 years of experience in regional legal services.
- Our client-focused approach ensures tailored advice and transparent fees.
- We operate from three accessible offices in Hampshire and Surrey.
- Our solicitors specialise in complex property and agricultural law matters.
- We provide flexible appointments to suit individual client needs.
What people say
Expertise and guidance
Quality, professionalism and accuracy
Trust
Calm and pragmatic approach
Lucrative outcome
Services
Residential Property
Our Residential Property service assists clients with property transactions, leasehold enfranchisement, and conveyancing. We provide tailored legal advice to ensure smooth purchases and sales, addressing complexities unique to residential property. Our experienced solicitors offer clear guidance on title deeds, contracts, and local authority searches, ensuring compliance with current regulations while protecting client interests.
Commercial Property
Commercial Property services cover acquisitions, disposals, and financing for businesses. We advise on leases, property development, and overage agreements, ensuring transactions align with commercial objectives. Our solicitors work closely with clients to mitigate risks, negotiate terms, and deliver cost-effective solutions for property portfolios, including agricultural land diversification projects.
Family Matters
Family Matters encompass divorce, child custody, and financial settlements. We provide empathetic yet pragmatic advice, prioritising client welfare and child-focused outcomes. Our solicitors handle complex disputes, mediation, and prenuptial agreements, ensuring legal processes are explained clearly while advocating for fair resolutions in line with evolving family dynamics.
Powers of Attorney
Powers of Attorney services involve drafting and registering legal documents to appoint representatives for financial or health decisions. We guide clients through creating lasting powers of attorney (LPA), ensuring compliance with Court of Protection requirements. Our approach safeguards future autonomy, offering peace of mind for clients and appointed attorneys alike.
Land Development
Land Development services support clients seeking to re-purpose or expand property assets. We advise on planning permissions, environmental regulations, and contractual agreements for residential or commercial projects. Our solicitors collaborate with landowners and agents to structure deals that balance development potential with legal protections, ensuring seamless project execution.
People
Joanna Strike
Managing Partner & Head of Family
Joanna Strike leads the Family Law team with over 25 years of experience in divorce, child custody, and financial settlements. She prioritises amicable resolutions while advocating for client interests in court when necessary. Her expertise in complex family disputes ensures tailored legal strategies that address both immediate and long-term needs.
James Larke
Partner & Head of Commercial Property
James Larke heads Commercial Property, specialising in agricultural land transactions and overage agreements. With 20 years in property law, he advises on acquisitions, development, and financing, balancing commercial acumen with meticulous legal analysis. His work supports clients in maximising land value while mitigating legal risks.
Rebecca Foxall
Partner & Head of Residential Property
Rebecca Foxall leads Residential Property, managing conveyancing, leasehold enfranchisement, and complex title issues. Her client-focused approach ensures transparent communication and timely completions. With expertise in rural property transactions, she provides practical solutions for homeowners and landlords across Hampshire and Surrey.
Tero Pirinen
Partner & Head of Private Client
Tero Pirinen oversees Private Client services, including wills, probate, and tax planning. He advises on succession strategies for families and businesses, ensuring asset protection across generations. His pragmatic guidance on Court of Protection matters helps clients navigate sensitive legal challenges with clarity.
Karen Barlow
Associate Solicitor
Karen Barlow specialises in residential conveyancing and Powers of Attorney, supporting clients with property transactions and legal capacity planning. Her attention to detail and empathetic communication ensures smooth processes for first-time buyers and elderly clients requiring tailored legal safeguards.
Questions
What areas of law does Burley Geach Solicitors specialise in?
We specialise in residential and commercial property, family law, wills and probate, agricultural matters, and Powers of Attorney, offering tailored legal solutions for individuals and businesses.
How long has Burley Geach Solicitors been in operation?
We have served clients for over 100 years, combining traditional values with modern legal expertise to meet evolving client needs across Hampshire and Surrey.
What makes Burley Geach Solicitors different from other law firms?
Our client-focused approach, transparent fees, and deep local knowledge set us apart. We prioritise long-term relationships by delivering clear, accurate advice tailored to individual client circumstances.
Do Burley Geach Solicitors offer flexible appointment options?
Yes, we provide flexible appointments at times and locations to suit clients, ensuring accessibility and convenience for individuals and businesses across our service areas.
