Business Details
Trusted Solicitors in Chelmsford for Family Law & Conveyancing
Chappell & Co is a family-run law firm based in Chelmsford, serving clients across Essex and surrounding areas. With over 30 years of experience, we specialise in delivering tailored legal solutions in family law, conveyancing, and probate. Our team of qualified solicitors and conveyancers prioritises a personal and professional approach, ensuring clients receive clear guidance through complex legal matters. We maintain a strong reputation for transparency, offering fixed-fee quotes with no hidden costs, alongside free initial consultations.Regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, we adhere to the highest standards of professional conduct, providing expert advice on matters including divorce, Wills, lasting powers of attorney, and property transactions. Our commitment to accessibility ensures direct communication with case handlers, avoiding call centres or telephone queues. We operate with integrity, focusing on resolving disputes constructively while minimising stress for clients, particularly in family-related legal issues.
Services
Family Law
Wills & Probate
Conveyancing
Lasting Powers of Attorney
Divorce & Cohabitation
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in legal services across Essex
- Our team of solicitors and conveyancers provides direct, accessible support
- We maintain an excellent reputation in Chelmsford and surrounding areas
- No preparation fees with all services offered on a transparent basis
- Free initial consultation available for all clients
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
- Solicitors' Code of Conduct 2007
Services
Family Law
We provide expert legal advice on divorce, child custody, financial settlements, and cohabitation disputes. Our approach prioritises amicable resolutions while protecting client interests, particularly in cases involving children. Services include court representation and mediation support for families navigating complex legal challenges.
Conveyancing
Specialising in residential property transactions, we offer fixed-fee conveyancing with no hidden costs. Our services cover contract exchanges, title transfers, and stamp duty advice. We guide clients through purchases, sales, and remortgaging processes with transparent communication and timely progress updates.
Wills & Probate
We assist with creating legally binding Wills to ensure estate distribution aligns with client wishes. Probate services include estate administration, inheritance tax calculations, and executor support. Our goal is to simplify post-death legal processes during emotionally challenging times for families.
Lasting Powers of Attorney
We help clients establish LPAs for health, welfare, and financial decisions. This service ensures clients' preferences are respected if they lose mental capacity. We guide attorneys through their responsibilities and handle registration with the Office of the Public Guardian.
Divorce & Cohabitation
Our specialists handle divorce proceedings, separation agreements, and cohabitation disputes. We address asset division, child arrangements, and maintenance payments while minimising conflict. Services include drafting consent orders and representing clients in contested hearings.
People
Barbara Chappell
Principal Solicitor
Barbara Chappell oversees all client matters at Chappell & Co, ensuring high standards of legal service delivery. With extensive experience in family law and probate, she manages complex cases while maintaining the firm's commitment to accessible, client-focused legal support.
Questions
What areas of law does Chappell & Co specialise in?
We specialise in family law, conveyancing, probate, lasting powers of attorney, and Wills. Our Chelmsford-based team provides expert legal advice tailored to individual client needs across Essex.
Do you offer fixed-fee legal services?
Yes, we provide fixed-fee quotes for conveyancing with no hidden costs. Hourly rates for other legal services range from £150 to £200 plus VAT, depending on case complexity.
Can I get a free initial consultation?
Yes, we offer free initial consultations for all clients to discuss their legal requirements before committing to any services.
How do you handle probate cases?
We assist executors with estate administration, including grant applications, debt settlement, and asset distribution. Our approach simplifies complex processes during challenging times for families.
Are your conveyancing services available locally?
We specialise in residential conveyancing for properties in Chelmsford and surrounding Essex areas, providing direct communication with case handlers throughout the transaction process.
