Family Law Solicitors
We offer a full range of Family Legal Services. Whether you are embarking upon living together or whether your marriage has broken down and you require advice we can help and in most cases can offer a fixed fee.
From our Lancaster head office, our team of highly qualified solicitors in Lancaster provides a wide range of legal services. We focus on delivering straightforward, friendly, and professional legal support to clients throughout Lancaster and the wider Lancashire area.
Laker Legal Solicitors have built a strong reputation for serving individuals, families, and businesses across Lancaster and beyond. We offer practical advice and solutions tailored to your needs.
You can reach us by telephone, or by visiting our Lancaster office in person. Additionally, we offer free, no-obligation discussions and quotes, so you can get the advice you need without any pressure. Contact our solicitors in Lancaster today by calling 01524 753040. Alternatively, you can complete our online contact form to have a member of our legal team get in touch.
Our legal services in Lancaster
Family Law
From our Lancaster office, we provide a comprehensive range of family legal services. In particular, our team offers expert support during divorce and handles a wide variety of financial matters arising from divorce.
In addition, we draft prenuptial agreements and cohabitation agreements to help clients plan and protect their arrangements.
Furthermore, our solicitors handle cohabitee disputes (also known as ToLATA disputes) and all private children matters, providing clear guidance and practical solutions.
Family law matters can be highly emotional, making it essential to have an experienced and sensitive solicitor by your side. Our family law solicitors in Lancaster have extensive experience in all areas of family law. They support clients with professionalism and care.
Richard Hirst, our founding Director, is widely recognised in Lancaster for his 30+ years as a solicitor, building a strong reputation for excellence. He has founded two successful law firms and established a large mediation practice serving clients across the North West.
Please note that we do not offer legal aid.
Residential Conveyancing
Our solicitors and licensed conveyancers in Lancaster provide a full range of residential conveyancing services. Whether you are buying or selling property in Lancaster or elsewhere, we handle freehold, leasehold, and new build properties with efficiency and care.
The Residential Team, headed by Jessica Blacow, brings many years of experience. This ensures your property transaction is smooth and stress-free.
As a modern law firm, we can handle your matter in a way that suits you best. Most transactions can be managed efficiently over the phone or via secure email. If you prefer, we can also meet you face-to-face at our Lancaster office by calling for an appointment.
We are proud to hold the Conveyancing Quality Scheme (CQS) accreditation, awarded by the Law Society, which guarantees our clients receive the highest standards of service.
Our Lancaster solicitors offer fixed fees for residential conveyancing, tailored to the value and type of property. To make it easier, you can use our online Residential Calculator. This way, you can get a free fixed-fee quote quickly and securely.
Commercial Property
Commercial property can be incredibly valuable. Our solicitors recognise this and always aim to make the protection and support of your business development their top priority.
Led by Stephen Ogden, our commercial property team in Lancaster have experience in a huge variety of areas relating to commercial property. They can provide legal advice regarding:
- Drafting commercial leases
- Development and finance
- Sub-leasing
- Service charge(s)
- Ground rent
- Commercial property disputes
With the guidance of our expert commercial property solicitors in Lancaster, you can achieve your business goals and minimise the amount of costly mistakes and time wasted throughout the process.
Will Writing & Lasting Powers of Attorney
We understand that writing a Will can be a very emotional process. Our Will writing solicitors in Lancaster have extensive experience handling these delicate situations with sensitivity and care.
Our Will writing solicitors in Lancaster provide friendly and sympathetic legal support, so that you can make your wishes clear. Consequently, your finances, property, and other assets are distributed to your loved ones according to your intentions.
We offer a comprehensive Will writing service, including single Wills for yourself and Mirror Wills for you and your Partner or Spouse. Moreover, our fixed fees ensure you know exactly what to expect, giving you peace of mind.
Additionally, our Lasting Power of Attorney services in Lancaster are designed to suit your needs. These services can be arranged conveniently via telephone, email, in-person at our Lancaster office, or even as a home visit if your circumstances require
By combining expertise with flexible, client-focused service, our team ensures that the process is straightforward, secure, and convenient for all our clients.
By combining professional expertise with flexible, client-friendly service, our solicitors make the process straightforward, secure, and convenient.
Probate & Intestacy
Our probate solicitors in Lancaster are highly skilled in handling all difficulties that can arise during the administration of an estate. Our dedicated Probate Team brings years of experience to every case, managing everything from applying for Grants of Probate and Letters of Administration to identifying potential beneficiaries.
We have built a strong reputation for trust and reliability. Many of our clients rely on us for ongoing support, with some families working with our solicitors for decades. Our expertise ensures that estate matters are handled efficiently, professionally, and with the care they deserve.
Contentious Probate / Inheritance Disputes
We understand that probate and inheritance disputes can be emotionally challenging, particularly when family members are involved. For this reason, our probate dispute solicitors in Lancaster are skilled at handling these sensitive situations. At the same time, they maintain a professional and practical approach to ensure the matter is resolved efficiently.
Our Lancaster dispute resolution team assists with all contentious probate and inheritance matters. We provide support for executors, beneficiaries, and potential beneficiaries alike.
We have extensive experience in a wide range of matters, including:
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Removing executors who have breached their duties
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Claiming inheritance on behalf of beneficiaries
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Obtaining urgent freezing injunctions to preserve estate assets
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Resolving disputes with one of the executors of the estate
Disputes of this nature can sometimes result in proceedings in the High Court of England & Wales. Our team has significant experience representing clients in such cases.
By following the ACTAPS code of conduct, our solicitors take a sensitive yet commercial approach, ensuring that every case is handled with care, professionalism, and efficiency.
Settlement Agreements
Our experienced settlement agreement solicitors in Lancaster guide you through the process of entering into a settlement agreement with your employer. We carefully review the proposed terms and provide confidential, professional advice and support.
As a modern law firm, we handle these matters quickly and efficiently. Most cases are resolved over the phone or via secure video call. This ensures you get the guidance you need without the need for an in-person appointment, making the process fast, convenient, and stress-free.
Our Quality Mark – Laker Legal Solicitors in Lancaster
At Laker Legal, our solicitors in Lancaster provide high-quality legal services you can trust.
We are proud to hold the Lexcel Accredited Quality Mark, awarded by the Law Society in recognition of exemplary standards in client care and practice management. This prestigious accreditation is granted only to practices independently assessed for their client care policies, case management, and file management systems.
At Laker Legal, we understand that our clients expect and deserve the highest quality legal advice combined with excellent value for money. Our team delivers professional, efficient, and tailored services to meet your individual needs.
We are fully authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) of England and Wales. This gives you confidence and reassurance in the services we provide.
Supporting Local Charities
We are proud to support a variety of local charities across Lancaster, the Bay, and the South Lakes, and we remain committed to continuing this work. Some of the charities we have supported include:
- Great North Air Ambulance
- John’s Hospice
- North West Air Ambulance
- Lancaster Bull Dogs 12 hour Spin
- Lancaster Bulldogs Wheelchair Basketball Club
- Unique Kidz & Co
Contact our solicitors in Lancaster today
To learn more about our range of legal services, get in touch with our solicitors in Lancaster today on 01524 753040. Or simply fill in our enquiry form, and a member of our legal team will be in touch.
How to reach our Lancaster office by appointment only
Reach us by car
If you plan on reaching our Lancaster office by car, you should be aware that the Giant Axe car park is less than a minute’s walk from our door at No 2 Sir Thomas Storey House.
Reach us by bus
We are also lucky enough to have a bus stop serving the 4 and 4X right outside. There are also many additional services like the 1A, 4, 555 and 40 departing from the nearby bus station (11 minute walk).
Reach us by train
The Lancaster station is only a three-minute walk from the office.
Plan your journey
To plan your journey ahead of time, please use this link.
Accessibility
At Laker Legal Solicitors in Lancaster, our team is dedicated to making our services accessible for everyone. Therefore, if you have any accessibility needs, please contact us so we can discuss the best way to accommodate you.
