Business Details
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Loughborough & Leicester
Straw and Pearce has provided trusted legal advice to businesses, families, and individuals in the East Midlands for over a century. Established with a commitment to friendly, personal service, we have evolved into a modern legal practice while maintaining the values on which we were founded. Our specialist teams in Loughborough and Leicester deliver high-quality legal solutions across a range of areas, including conveyancing, family law, commercial litigation, and criminal defence. We are proud to be Lexcel accredited, reflecting our adherence to the Law Societys standards for practice management and client care.Our local knowledge, combined with strong relationships with estate agents, surveyors, and financial advisers, enables us to offer tailored, efficient services. With a focus on resolving disputes pragmatically and achieving results, we serve clients from small family firms to large national businesses. Our dedication to excellence is reinforced by our regulation by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, ensuring the highest professional standards.
Services
Conveyancing
Civil Litigation
Wills & Probate
Notary Services
Criminal Defence
Family Law
Commercial Litigation
Company & Commercial
Commercial Property
Financial Services
Highlights and features
- We have over 100 years of experience in legal services across the East Midlands.
- Our team is Lexcel accredited for excellence in practice management and client care.
- We offer specialist legal expertise in conveyancing, family law, and commercial litigation.
- Our local knowledge and partnerships ensure tailored, efficient service delivery.
- We are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, guaranteeing professional standards.
Associations and certifications
- Lexcel
- Law Society Conveyancing Quality Scheme
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
Services
Conveyancing
Our conveyancing service handles property sales, purchases, and transfers with expertise. We guide clients through freehold and leasehold transactions, offering local knowledge and partnerships with estate agents. Services include buy-to-let, shared ownership, and equity release. Our Law Society-accredited team ensures efficient, stress-free processes for residential and commercial clients.
Commercial Litigation
We resolve business disputes through negotiation, mediation, or court action. Our solicitors specialise in contractual conflicts, debt recovery, and insolvency, protecting clients interests while minimising operational disruption. With experience in sectors ranging from SMEs to national firms, we deliver pragmatic solutions aligned with commercial goals.
Family Law
Our family law team addresses divorce, child custody, and financial settlements with sensitivity. We prioritise amicable resolutions but advocate fiercely in court when needed. Clients benefit from tailored advice and support through emotionally challenging situations, ensuring outcomes that protect family interests.
Wills & Probate
We draft wills, manage probate, and advise on trusts to safeguard clients assets. Our solicitors provide clear guidance on inheritance tax, executors responsibilities, and estate administration. By combining legal expertise with compassionate service, we help families navigate complex probate processes efficiently.
Criminal Defence
Our criminal defence solicitors represent clients facing charges ranging from motoring offences to serious criminal cases. We offer immediate support, strategic defence planning, and court representation. With a focus on protecting clients rights and reputations, we ensure robust legal advocacy at every stage.
People
Mark Wardley
Director
Mark Wardley specialises in criminal law, motoring offences, and professional discipline. With extensive courtroom experience, he provides strategic defence strategies and client-focused support to achieve favourable outcomes.
Jennifer Ellis
Director
Jennifer Ellis focuses on family law, offering compassionate guidance on divorce, child arrangements, and financial settlements. Her approach prioritises amicable resolutions while advocating fiercely for clients interests.
Gemma Cole
Director
Gemma Cole is a family law specialist with expertise in complex child custody and domestic abuse cases. She combines legal acumen with empathetic support to protect vulnerable clients rights.
Julie Brown
Partner
Julie Brown advises on wills, trusts, and probate, helping clients plan estates and navigate inheritance matters. Her work ensures clarity and compliance in managing clients legacies.
Debbie Hubbard
Partner
Debbie Hubbard defends professionals facing disciplinary proceedings. Her expertise in regulatory law protects clients careers through proactive legal strategies and representation.
Questions
What areas do Straw and Pearce cover?
We serve clients across the East Midlands, including Loughborough, Leicester, and surrounding areas.
Are your legal services regulated?
Yes, we are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and hold Lexcel accreditation.
Can you assist with commercial property disputes?
Our commercial litigation team resolves property and boundary disputes to protect business interests.
Do you offer conveyancing services?
Yes, we provide residential and commercial conveyancing, accredited by the Law Society’s Quality Scheme.
What family law services do you provide?
We handle divorce, child custody, financial settlements, and domestic abuse cases with sensitivity.
