Keoghs Solicitors

Business Details

Your Trusted Legal Partner Since 1733

Keoghs Solicitors has been delivering professional legal services since 1733, combining traditional values with modern methods to serve generations of families and businesses across the North West. Our team of specialist solicitors brings decades of experience in residential and commercial property, probate, estate planning, and contentious litigation, ensuring clients receive expert guidance tailored to their needs. We pride ourselves on maintaining a personal, no-nonsense approach, offering dedicated service from initial consultation to case resolution.

Regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, we operate from offices in Altrincham and Stockport, serving clients in Cheshire, North Wales, South and West Yorkshire, and Staffordshire. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our clients' trust, with many choosing us for life due to our track record of exceptional service and local market expertise.

Services

Equity Release Landlord Advice Residential Conveyancing Commercial Property Contentious Probate Estate Planning Inheritance Tax Lasting Powers of Attorney Trusts Wills and Probate

Highlights and features

We have over 290 years of experience in legal services.
Our solicitors are specialists in their respective fields.
We offer a personal, no-nonsense approach to client service.
We are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA).
Our offices in Altrincham and Stockport serve the North West and beyond.

Associations and certifications

Solicitors Regulation Authority

What people say

Excellent service Professionalism Personal touch Prompt transfer of monies Confidence-inspiring

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Services

Residential Conveyancing

Our residential conveyancing service ensures smooth property transactions, from initial offers to completion. We handle purchases, sales, re-mortgages, and equity transfers, offering fixed-fee quotes and jargon-free advice. With offices in Altrincham and Stockport, we serve clients across the North West, providing expert guidance on leasehold and freehold transactions while maintaining clear communication throughout the process.

Equity Release

We specialise in equity release solutions for homeowners aged 55+, enabling access to property wealth without relocation. Our solicitors provide tailored advice on lifetime mortgages, ensuring clients understand implications and legal requirements. We work closely with financial advisors to streamline transactions, offering fixed fees and clear communication from initial consultation to completion, with expertise in porting existing mortgages and lender compliance.

Commercial Property

Our commercial property team advises on leases, sales, purchases, and development projects, serving landlords, tenants, and developers. We handle conveyancing, refinancing, and SIPP property investments, combining local knowledge with legal expertise to deliver cost-effective solutions. Services include lease drafting, dilapidations claims, and dispute resolution, ensuring clients navigate complex transactions with confidence and clarity.

Estate Planning

We provide comprehensive estate planning to protect assets and minimise inheritance tax liabilities. Services include will drafting, trust creation, lasting powers of attorney, and probate administration. Our solicitors offer tax-efficient strategies tailored to individual circumstances, ensuring clients' wishes are upheld while complying with legal requirements for estates of all sizes.

Contentious Probate

Our contentious probate specialists resolve disputes over will validity, asset distribution, and executor conduct. We aim to settle cases through negotiation or mediation but have expertise in court proceedings when necessary. Clients benefit from strategic advice on protective entries, evidence gathering, and claims within statutory time limits, ensuring their interests are protected during emotionally challenging times.

People

Rebecca Faulkner

Head of Property Department

Rebecca leads our residential and commercial conveyancing team, bringing extensive experience in property transactions, including leasehold sales, re-mortgages, and equity release. She ensures clients receive clear, jargon-free advice tailored to their needs.

Victoria Davidson

Estate and Trust Administrator

Victoria specialises in probate, trusts, and lasting powers of attorney, offering expert guidance on estate administration and inheritance tax planning. Her focus on clear communication ensures clients understand complex legal processes during sensitive times.

Kanchana De Silva

Commercial Litigation Solicitor

Kanchana advises landlords and businesses on property disputes, contract issues, and civil litigation. With a proactive approach, she delivers practical solutions to resolve conflicts efficiently, drawing on years of experience in housing and commercial law.

Nicola Lloyd

Estate Planning Specialist

Nicola focuses on inheritance tax mitigation, wills, and trusts, helping clients create tax-efficient estate plans. Her expertise ensures clients' assets are protected and distributed according to their wishes, with a focus on long-term family needs.

Kerri Downie

Probate and Trusts Solicitor

Kerri specialises in probate administration, trusts, and lasting powers of attorney, providing compassionate support to clients managing estate matters. Her attention to detail ensures compliance with legal requirements while minimising stress for beneficiaries.

Questions

What areas do Keoghs Solicitors serve?

We serve clients across the North West, including Cheshire, North Wales, South and West Yorkshire, and Staffordshire, with offices in Altrincham and Stockport.

What legal services are offered for residential property?

We handle residential conveyancing, equity release, leasehold sales, re-mortgages, and property transfers, offering fixed-fee quotes and jargon-free advice from experienced solicitors.

How can I plan my estate effectively?

Our estate planning services include will drafting, trust creation, inheritance tax mitigation, and lasting powers of attorney, tailored to ensure your assets are protected and distributed according to your wishes.

Do you offer commercial property legal advice?

Yes, we advise on commercial leases, property sales, development projects, and SIPP investments, providing cost-effective solutions for landlords, tenants, and developers.

What should I do if facing a probate dispute?

Contact our contentious probate team to explore options for resolving disputes over will validity, asset distribution, or executor conduct through negotiation or court proceedings.

How are conveyancing fees structured?

We offer fixed-fee quotes for most transactions, covering all stages from initial advice to completion, with fees payable upon transaction conclusion.