Business Details
Trusted Wirral Legal Services
Burd Ward Solicitors is a dedicated legal practice serving individuals and families across the Wirral and surrounding areas. With expertise in residential conveyancing, family law, personal injury claims, and wills and probate, our team prioritises client needs through a clear, approachable approach. We combine decades of collective experience with a commitment to accessibility, offering appointments tailored to client schedules and home visits where necessary.Our specialists maintain memberships in professional bodies like Resolution and the Law Society, ensuring adherence to the highest standards of legal practice. We focus on delivering practical advice in plain English, demystifying complex legal processes while achieving optimal outcomes for our clients.
Services
Wills and Probate
Personal Injury
Landlord Legal
Family Law
Conveyancing
Commercial Property
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years' experience in specialist legal fields
- Our team includes Law Society Children's Panel members
- We offer home visits for vulnerable clients
- Transparent pricing with no hidden fees
- Members of professional bodies including Resolution and SRA
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
- Resolution
- Law Society
What people say
Clear communication
Local expertise
Professional service
Services
Wills and Probate
Our specialist team helps clients create legally sound wills and administer estates with sensitivity. We guide executors through probate processes, handle asset distribution, and resolve inheritance matters. With transparent pricing and compassionate support, we ensure your family's future is protected while complying with all legal requirements.
Personal Injury
We represent clients in personal injury cases arising from accidents at work, road incidents, and public place injuries. Our no-win-no-fee service ensures access to justice while recovering maximum compensation. With experienced solicitors handling complex claims, we focus on clients' recovery and financial restoration through proven legal strategies.
Family Law
Our Resolution members specialise in divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, and financial settlements. We provide empathetic guidance through emotionally challenging situations while protecting clients' interests. Services include prenuptial agreements, domestic abuse protection, and grandparents' contact rights with a focus on achieving amicable resolutions.
Conveyancing
We handle residential property transactions including freehold/leasehold purchases, remortgages, and shared ownership schemes. Our experienced conveyancers streamline the process with direct Land Registry access and dedicated case management. We prioritise clear communication to ensure smooth property transfers for first-time buyers and investors alike.
Commercial Property
Our commercial property solicitors assist businesses with acquisitions, lease negotiations, and development agreements. We provide strategic legal advice tailored to commercial objectives while ensuring regulatory compliance. Services cover retail, office, and industrial property transactions with transparent pricing and efficient transaction completion.
People
Martyn Green
Director and Solicitor
With 30 years' experience, Martyn specialises in probate and estate administration. He oversees all wills and probate matters, ensuring clients receive expert guidance through complex legal processes with compassion and efficiency.
Jenna Ellison
Family Law Solicitor
Leading the family law department, Jenna has over seven years' experience handling divorce, financial settlements, and child custody cases. She combines legal expertise with empathetic support to achieve favourable outcomes for clients during challenging times.
John Roberts
Commercial Property Consultant
As a consultant with 50 years' experience, John provides expert legal advice on commercial property transactions. His extensive knowledge covers acquisitions, leases, and development agreements, ensuring clients' business interests are protected throughout the process.
Michaela Barker
Conveyancer
With 32 years' experience, Michaela specialises in residential property transactions. She manages complex conveyancing cases, offering clear guidance to clients buying or selling properties while maintaining high standards of professional service.
Kash Mahmood
Child Care Solicitor
A Law Society Children's Panel member with over 30 years' experience, Kash focuses on child welfare cases and care proceedings. He provides expert legal representation in complex family law matters involving children and vulnerable individuals.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We specialise in wills and probate, family law, personal injury claims, conveyancing, commercial property, and landlord legal services across Wirral and North West England.
How much do probate services cost?
Probate fees range from £390–3,900 + VAT depending on estate complexity, plus additional statutory fees and disbursements for court and administrative processes.
Can you help with emergency housing possession cases?
We handle possession proceedings with fixed fees starting at £800 + VAT for court proceedings, plus bailiff fees from £175 + VAT when required.
Do you offer home visits for legal consultations?
Yes, we provide home visits for vulnerable clients needing wills, probate, or family law assistance, ensuring accessible legal support when mobility is challenging.
Are your conveyancing fees transparent?
Yes, our conveyancing costs include clear breakdowns of legal fees, Land Registry charges, and other disbursements with no hidden additional costs.
