Personal legal services at our Leeds office
Residential conveyancing
Our CQS-accredited residential conveyancing solicitors in Leeds help you buy, sell, or remortgage your home to recognised standards, keeping you informed at every stage with no unwelcome surprises.
Family law
Family legal matters can be among the most emotionally difficult challenges you will face, and we treat every case with genuine care. Our family law solicitors in Leeds advise on divorce and separation, financial settlements, and arrangements for children, always working towards the most practical and least disruptive outcome for you and your family.
Wills
A well-drafted Will is one of the most important things you can do for your family. Our Wills solicitors in Leeds take time to understand your full circumstances and make sure your wishes are clearly recorded.
Probate
Probate is the legal process of administering an estate after someone dies. We guide executors and administrators through every step, handling the formalities so the estate can be distributed as smoothly and promptly as possible.
Powers of attorney
A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) allows a trusted person to manage your affairs if you become unable to do so yourself. We advise on both property and financial affairs LPAs and health and welfare LPAs; you can find out more on our powers of attorney page.
Tax and trusts
We advise on tax and trusts to help you manage your assets effectively during your lifetime. Our Leeds solicitors work closely with you and your financial advisers to put arrangements in place that are both tax-efficient and legally robust.
Inheritance tax planning
We help you understand what inheritance tax your estate may be liable for and identify the strategies that could reduce that liability. Find out more about our inheritance tax planning advice and how we can help give your family the best possible start.
Inheritance disputes
Disputes over an estate can arise even when a Will appears clear on its face. Our inheritance disputes solicitors in Leeds help individuals and families reach a resolution as efficiently and sensitively as possible, whether through negotiation, mediation, or litigation.
Contesting a Will
If you believe a Will does not reflect the true intentions of the person who made it, or that you have been unfairly excluded from an estate, we can advise you on your options plainly and without jargon. Find out more about contesting a Will and how we approach these cases.
Dispute resolution
Not every dispute needs to go to court. Our dispute resolution solicitors in Leeds look first for a practical resolution that avoids unnecessary cost and delay, using negotiation, mediation, and litigation where needed.
Ashtons Mediation
Ashtons Mediation is our dedicated mediation service, offering a faster and more cost-effective route to resolution than formal court proceedings. Our accredited mediators help both parties reach a workable agreement in a neutral, structured setting.
Personal injury
If you have been injured through no fault of your own, we act on a no-win, no-fee basis in most cases, meaning you pay nothing if your claim is unsuccessful. Our personal injury solicitors in Leeds handle road traffic accidents, accidents at work, brain injury, amputation and complex catastrophic spinal injuries claims.
Medical negligence
We understand that pursuing a medical negligence claim is a significant step, and we approach every case with the seriousness and compassion it deserves. Our medical negligence solicitors in Leeds act on a no-win, no-fee basis in most cases and will give you an honest assessment of your prospects from the outset. We handle claims including birth injuries, stillbirths and cancer misdiagnosis.
Professional negligence claims
If poor advice from a solicitor, accountant, financial adviser, or another professional has caused you a financial loss, you may have a professional negligence claim. We assess your position clearly and act decisively to recover what you have lost.
Employment law
Our employment law solicitors in Leeds advise employees on unfair dismissal, redundancy, discrimination, and settlement agreements, giving you a clear picture of your rights and helping you identify the most practical course of action.
Court of Protection
When a loved one loses mental capacity, the legal process can feel overwhelming at an already distressing time. Our Court of Protection solicitors in Leeds support families in applying to the specialist court that oversees decisions made for people who lack capacity, guiding you through each step clearly and compassionately.
Care home funding
The rules around who pays for residential or nursing care are complex and can have a significant financial impact on families. We advise on care home funding, explaining local authority financial assessments, the capital thresholds that trigger self-funding, and all the options available to you.
Coroner’s inquests
When a loved one dies in unexpected or unexplained circumstances, a coroner’s inquest can be deeply distressing to face alone. Our coroner’s inquest solicitors in Leeds support bereaved families with genuine compassion, helping you understand your rights and what to expect at each stage.
French legal services
Ashtons Legal is one of the few UK firms with a dedicated French legal services team. If you own property in France, have French inheritance matters to resolve, or need cross-border advice, our specialists work in both English and French and are well placed to help.
Planning law
We advise individuals on planning law matters affecting their home or land, including applications, appeals, and objections. If a planning decision has gone against you or you want to challenge a development that affects your property, our planning law team in Leeds can help.
Private criminal defence
Facing a criminal investigation or prosecution is an intensely stressful experience. Our private criminal defence solicitors in Leeds represent individuals at every stage of the process, providing clear advice and robust representation throughout.
Business legal services at our Leeds office
Commercial property
Our commercial property solicitors in Leeds advise businesses of all sizes on acquisitions, disposals, leases, and ongoing property management across a wide range of sectors. We take a practical, commercially focused approach and aim to complete transactions efficiently and without unnecessary delay.
Commercial property disputes
Where disagreements arise over leases, boundaries, or title, our commercial property disputes team moves quickly to protect your position, seeking resolution through negotiation where possible and litigation where necessary.
Construction law
Our construction law solicitors in Leeds advise developers, contractors, subcontractors, and employers on contracts, procurement, adjudication, and disputes throughout the lifecycle of a project, with a solutions-focused approach that reflects real commercial pressures.
Planning
We advise businesses, landowners, and developers on planning applications, appeals, judicial review, and planning agreements, providing clear, strategic advice whether you are promoting a site or opposing a development that affects your interests.
Corporate and commercial
Our corporate and commercial solicitors in Leeds advise on company formations, shareholder agreements, joint ventures, and day-to-day commercial contracts, grounded in real-world business experience. We aim to add genuine commercial value, not just legal process.
Mergers and acquisitions
We manage mergers and acquisitions from initial due diligence through to completion, advising buyers, sellers, and management teams with a practical, deal-focused mindset that keeps transactions moving.
Owner-managed business and family business
We understand the distinct pressures and long-term priorities that come with building or running a business of your own. Our owner-managed business solicitors in Leeds advise on structure, succession, shareholder agreements, and the full range of commercial challenges you face day to day.
Banking and finance
Our banking and finance solicitors advise businesses on lending arrangements, security structures, and more complex financing transactions, working with both lenders and borrowers to get deals structured clearly and completed on time.
Corporate recovery and insolvency
When a business faces financial difficulty, early advice can make a significant difference to the outcomes available to directors and creditors alike. Our corporate recovery and insolvency team in Leeds works with directors, creditors, and insolvency practitioners to find practical solutions, whether through restructuring or a formal insolvency process.
Debt recovery
We pursue debt recovery for businesses owed money, working efficiently and cost-effectively to recover what is rightfully yours. Our solicitors take a targeted approach, using the most appropriate legal tools to achieve a prompt result.
Employment law for employers
Our employment law solicitors in Leeds advise employers on contracts, policies, disciplinary and grievance processes, TUPE transfers (the rules protecting employees when a business changes hands), redundancy programmes, and employment tribunal defence. We help you manage your workforce lawfully and with confidence at every stage of the employment relationship.
Business immigration
We advise on business immigration, helping you recruit and retain international talent while maintaining full right-to-work compliance. Our solicitors guide you through sponsor licences, visa applications, and compliance audits, keeping the process as straightforward as possible.
Commercial dispute resolution
Business disputes can be costly and damaging to your commercial relationships. Our commercial dispute resolution solicitors in Leeds work to resolve conflicts as efficiently as possible, through negotiation and mediation wherever practical, and litigation when necessary.
Agriculture and estates
Our agriculture and estates team advises landowners, farmers, and rural businesses on farm tenancies, succession planning, estate management, and rural diversification, with deep experience of the sector’s legal and commercial demands.
Rural energy
We advise landowners and developers on rural energy and renewable energy projects, including wind and solar schemes, helping you negotiate option agreements and leases and navigate the planning and regulatory framework.
Care homes
We act for care home operators on regulatory, property, and operational matters. Find out more about our care homes legal services and how our Leeds team can support your business with practical advice that reflects the particular pressures of the care sector.
Social housing
We advise social housing providers on development, governance, asset management, and the legal issues that arise from managing housing stock at scale, working closely with housing associations and local authorities.
Education
Our education law solicitors in Leeds advise schools, academies, multi-academy trusts, and higher education institutions on governance, employment, regulatory compliance, and commercial contracts.
Veterinary lawyers
We act for veterinary practices on commercial contracts, regulatory compliance, and partnership and shareholder structures. Our veterinary lawyers understand the profession’s regulatory environment and provide clear, practical advice tailored to the realities of running a veterinary business.
Road transport
We advise businesses in the road transport sector on operator licensing, commercial arrangements, and regulatory compliance. If your business relies on operating licences, we help you maintain compliance and respond effectively to any challenges from the Traffic Commissioner.
Regulatory law
We advise businesses on regulatory law across a range of sectors, helping you understand your obligations, manage risk, and respond effectively to enforcement action or investigations. Our approach is practical and grounded in commercial reality.
GDPR and data protection
We advise on GDPR and data protection compliance, helping businesses put the right policies, procedures, and records of processing in place. If you have suffered a data breach or are facing a regulatory investigation, we can help you respond quickly and effectively.
Business and white collar crime
We advise businesses and individuals facing investigations and prosecutions related to serious fraud, financial crime, bribery, and other white collar crime matters. Our solicitors provide clear, strategic advice at every stage of the regulatory and criminal process.
Franchising
Our franchising solicitors in Leeds advise both franchisors and franchisees at every stage of the relationship, from reviewing disclosure documents and franchise agreements to managing disputes and exits. We help you understand your rights and obligations clearly.
Commercial agents
We advise commercial agents on agency agreements, termination rights, and compensation or indemnity claims under the Commercial Agents Regulations. If you are setting up, reviewing, or ending an agency arrangement, we provide clear advice on your legal position.
In-house lawyer service
Where your business needs in-house legal support without the cost of a permanent hire, our in-house lawyer service provides experienced solicitors on a flexible, retained, or project basis. It is a cost-effective way to access high-quality legal support as and when you need it.
Coroner’s inquests for organisations
When a workplace death or serious incident triggers a coroner’s inquest, businesses and organisations need specialist support from the very beginning. We advise employers and care providers on their responsibilities, help them prepare thoroughly, and represent their interests throughout; find out more about our coroner’s inquests for organisations service.
Local resources
Leeds District Magistrates’ Court and Family Court
Leeds District Magistrates’ Court and Family Court deals with matters including childcare arrangements.
Leeds Combined Court Centre
Leeds Combined Court Centre deals with matters including adoption, bankruptcy, childcare arrangements, divorce hearings, domestic abuse and money claims.
Leeds District Probate Registry
Leeds District Probate Registry is the local probate registry for people in Leeds.
How to reach our solicitors in Leeds
Reach us by car
Our Leeds office can be reached via Hanover Lane, just outside of the city centre and there is parking nearby.
Reach us by bus
If you are planning to visit our Leeds office via bus, we are located near the bus routes 19, 19A, 49, 50 and 50A.
Reach us by train
If you are planning to visit our Leeds office via train, we are a 14-minute walk from Leeds train station.
Plan your journey
If you are considering visiting our Leeds office, you can plan your journey here.
Accessibility
We are committed to ensuring that our services are accessible to everyone, including those who may need disabled access. If you require assistance or special accommodations, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us in advance of your visit.
Get in touch with our solicitors in Leeds
Our solicitors in Leeds are ready to help with whatever you are facing. Call us on 01133 931930, email contact@heslop-platt.co.uk, or complete our online enquiry form and we will get back to you promptly. We also offer virtual consultations if you would prefer to meet online.
