Personal legal services at our Norwich office
Residential conveyancing
Our CQS-accredited residential conveyancing solicitors in Norwich help you buy, sell, or remortgage your home efficiently and to recognised standards, keeping you informed at every stage with no unwelcome surprises.
Family law
Family matters are often the most emotionally difficult situations you will face, and our team approaches every case with genuine care. Our family law solicitors in Norwich advise on divorce and separation, financial settlements, arrangements for children, and domestic abuse matters.
Wills
A well-drafted Will is one of the most important things you can do for the people you love. Our Wills solicitors in Norwich take time to understand your full circumstances and make sure your wishes are clearly and robustly recorded.
Probate
Probate is the legal process of administering an estate after someone dies. Our Norwich team guides executors and administrators through every step, handling the paperwork and formalities so the estate is distributed as smoothly as possible.
Powers of attorney
A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) lets a trusted person 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.
Tax and trusts
We advise on tax planning and trust structures to help you manage and protect your assets effectively, working alongside your financial advisers to put arrangements in place that are both tax-efficient and legally sound.
Inheritance disputes
Disputes over an estate can arise even when a Will appears clear on its face. Our inheritance disputes solicitors help families reach a resolution as efficiently and sensitively as possible, through negotiation, mediation, or litigation.
Inheritance tax planning
We help you understand what inheritance tax your estate may be liable for and identify the planning strategies that could reduce that liability, giving your family the best possible start.
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. Find out more about contesting a Will and how we approach these cases.
Court of Protection
When a loved one loses mental capacity, the legal process can feel overwhelming at an already difficult time. Our Court of Protection solicitors in Norwich guide families through the specialist court that oversees decisions made for people who lack capacity, 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 explain local authority financial assessments, capital thresholds, and the options available to you; find out more on our care home funding page.
Dispute resolution
Not every dispute needs to go to court, and we always look first for a practical resolution that avoids unnecessary cost. Our dispute resolution solicitors in Norwich help individuals resolve civil disputes through negotiation, mediation, and, where necessary, litigation.
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
We act on a no-win, no-fee basis in most personal injury cases, meaning you pay nothing if your claim is unsuccessful. Our personal injury solicitors in Norwich handle claims including road traffic accidents, accidents at work, asbestos diseases, brain injury, amputation and complex catastrophic spinal injuries.
Medical negligence
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 Norwich act on a no-win, no-fee basis in most cases and give you an honest assessment of your prospects from the outset.
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 Norwich advise employees on unfair dismissal, redundancy, discrimination, and settlement agreements, giving you a clear picture of your rights and the most practical course of action.
Private criminal defence
Facing a criminal investigation or prosecution is an intensely stressful experience. Our private criminal defence solicitors represent individuals from police interview through to trial, providing clear advice and robust representation at every stage.
Coroner’s inquests
When a loved one dies in unexpected or unexplained circumstances, navigating a coroner’s inquest alone can be deeply distressing. Our coroner’s inquest solicitors support bereaved families with genuine compassion, explaining 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 to developments that could affect your property.
Business legal services at our Norwich office
Commercial property
Our commercial property solicitors in Norwich advise businesses of all sizes on acquisitions, disposals, leases, and property management, taking a commercially focused approach and completing transactions efficiently.
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 advise developers, contractors, subcontractors, and employers on contracts, procurement, adjudication, and disputes throughout the lifecycle of a project.
Planning
We advise businesses, landowners, and developers on planning applications, appeals, judicial review, and planning agreements, providing clear, strategic advice at every stage whether you are promoting a site or opposing a development.
Corporate and commercial
Our corporate and commercial solicitors in Norwich advise on company formations, shareholder agreements, joint ventures, and commercial contracts, aiming to add genuine commercial value at every stage.
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.
Owner-managed business and family business
Our owner-managed and family business solicitors in Norwich advise on structure, succession, shareholder agreements, and the full range of commercial challenges that come with building a business of your own.
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. Our corporate recovery and insolvency team works with directors, creditors, and insolvency practitioners to find practical solutions, whether through restructuring or a formal process.
Debt recovery
We pursue commercial debt recovery for businesses owed money, taking a targeted approach and using the most appropriate legal tools to achieve a prompt result cost-effectively.
Employment law for employers
Our employment law solicitors in Norwich advise employers on contracts, policies, disciplinary and grievance processes, TUPE transfers (the rules protecting employees when a business changes hands), redundancy, and employment tribunal defence.
Business immigration
We advise on business immigration, helping you recruit and retain international talent while maintaining full right-to-work compliance, guiding you through sponsor licences, visa applications, and compliance audits.
Commercial dispute resolution
Our commercial dispute resolution solicitors in Norwich resolve business conflicts as efficiently as possible, through negotiation and mediation wherever practical and litigation when necessary.
Agriculture and estates
Our agriculture and estates team has deep roots across East Anglia, advising landowners, farmers, and rural businesses on farm tenancies, succession planning, estate management, and rural diversification.
Rural energy
We advise landowners and developers on rural energy and renewable energy projects on agricultural land, including wind and solar schemes, helping you negotiate option agreements and leases and navigate the planning 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 Norwich team can support your business.
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 Norwich advise schools, academies, multi-academy trusts, and higher education institutions on governance, employment matters, 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 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, helping 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.
GDPR and data protection
We advise on GDPR and data protection compliance, helping businesses put the right policies and procedures in place, and supporting you if you face a data breach or regulatory investigation.
Business and white collar crime
We advise businesses and individuals facing investigations and prosecutions relating to serious fraud, financial crime, bribery, and other white collar crime matters, providing clear, strategic advice at every stage of the process.
Franchising
Our franchising solicitors in Norwich advise franchisors and franchisees at every stage of the relationship, from drafting and reviewing franchise agreements to managing disputes and exits.
Commercial agents
We advise commercial agents on agency agreements, termination rights, and compensation or indemnity claims under the Commercial Agents Regulations, providing clear advice on your legal position.
In-house lawyer service
Our in-house lawyer service provides experienced solicitors on a flexible, retained or project basis, giving your business cost-effective access to 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 and represent their interests throughout; find out more about our coroner’s inquests service for organisations.
Local resources
Norwich Magistrates’ Court and Family Court
Norwich Magistrates’ Court and Family Court deals with matters including childcare arrangements and criminal trials.
Norwich Combined Court Centre
Norwich Combined Court Centre deals with matters including divorce, childcare arrangements and criminal trials.
Norfolk Citizens Advice
Norfolk Citizens Advice offers free, confidential, and impartial advice on straightforward legal issues.
How to reach our solicitors in Norwich
Reach us by car
Parking is freely available at our Norwich office.
Reach us by bus
Meridan Way bus stops are just around the corner from our Norwich office, served by the numbers 7, 15, 15A, 16 and 17.
Plan your journey
If you are considering visiting our Norwich 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 Norwich
Our solicitors in Norwich are ready to help with whatever you are facing. Call us on 01603 703070, email enquiries@ashtonslegal.co.uk, or complete our online enquiry form and we will get back to you promptly.
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