Business Details
We have been serving clients for nearly five decades, drawing on Christopher Crabtrees close to 50 years of experience in private client work. Our team includes John Crabtree, who brings over 13 years of expertise in wills, probate and agricultural matters. We specialise in private client and commercial client needs, covering wills, probate, trusts, conveyancing and company law. Our practice is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority under registration number 70023. We maintain full professional indemnity insurance to provide peace of mind for every client we represent. We put our clients first, offering personal attention and direct access to the solicitor handling their case.
Our problemsolving approach ensures that complex issues in agriculture, elderly client care and lasting powers of attorney are resolved efficiently. We pride ourselves on retaining clients through consistent service, with many new instructions coming from personal recommendations. We are committed to transparency, clearly explaining fees, procedures and expected outcomes at every stage. We arrange home visits and provide convenient parking at our Pudsey office to accommodate client needs. Our longstanding reputation is built on professional standards, ethical conduct and a genuine dedication to client satisfaction.
Our problemsolving approach ensures that complex issues in agriculture, elderly client care and lasting powers of attorney are resolved efficiently. We pride ourselves on retaining clients through consistent service, with many new instructions coming from personal recommendations. We are committed to transparency, clearly explaining fees, procedures and expected outcomes at every stage. We arrange home visits and provide convenient parking at our Pudsey office to accommodate client needs. Our longstanding reputation is built on professional standards, ethical conduct and a genuine dedication to client satisfaction.
Highlights and features
- We have nearly 50 years of private client expertise.
- Our solicitor has over 13 years in agricultural law.
- We are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, number 70023.
- We hold professional indemnity insurance for client peace of mind.
- We retain many clients through personal recommendations.
Services
Wills Probate and Trust
We prepare wills, administer probate and establish trusts to safeguard clients' assets and intentions. Our service is aimed at individuals, families and business owners who wish to plan for future succession and protect loved ones. Clients receive clear guidance, legally sound documents and the confidence that their estate will be managed exactly as they desire.
Residential/Commercial Conveyancing
We manage residential and commercial conveyancing, guiding clients through every stage of buying or selling property. Our service serves homebuyers, sellers, landlords and commercial investors who require clear title transfer and compliance with land registry requirements. Clients benefit from timely completion, reduced risk of legal issues and expert handling of contracts, searches and financial settlements.
Commercial/Company
We provide commercial and company law advice, covering formation, governance, contracts and dispute resolution for businesses. Our service is suited to entrepreneurs, directors and established firms seeking to structure their operations securely and efficiently. Clients receive tailored legal support that minimises risk, ensures regulatory compliance and supports sustainable business growth.
Agriculture
We advise farmers and landowners on agricultural law, including tenancy agreements, land purchases and subsidy applications. Our service targets agricultural businesses seeking to protect their rights, navigate complex regulations and plan for future succession. Clients gain clear legal guidance, reduced exposure to disputes and assistance with grant funding and estate planning for their holdings.
Lasting Powers of Attorney
We prepare lasting powers of attorney for health and welfare as well as property and financial affairs. Our service is designed for individuals who wish to appoint trusted decisionmakers in case of future incapacity. Clients receive legally robust documents that ensure their preferences are respected, avoid court involvement and provide lasting peace of mind.
