Business Details
Trusted Legal Services in Chichester
Established in 1730, SMR Solicitors is the oldest law firm in Chichester, serving individuals and businesses across West Sussex. With four offices in Bognor Regis, Chichester, East Wittering, and Selsey, we specialise in residential and commercial property, family law, wills, probate, and elderly client services. Our team of accredited legal professionals holds Lexcel and CQS accreditations, demonstrating our commitment to client care and industry excellence.Recognised by STEP and Resolution, we provide tailored solutions for complex legal matters, including high-net-worth estates and commercial conveyancing. Client testimonials highlight our compassionate, professional approach and ability to resolve challenging cases efficiently. We prioritise transparency, offering fixed-fee quotes for conveyancing and maintaining accessible office locations with parking facilities.
Services
Conveyancing
Wills and Probate
Family Law
Commercial Property
Power of Attorney
Estate Planning
Residential Property
Legal Disputes
Elderly Client Services
Commercial Conveyancing
Highlights and features
- Over 290 years of combined legal expertise since 1730
- Accredited specialists in conveyancing, probate, and family law
- Personalised service with fixed-fee conveyancing options
- Recognised by STEP for inheritance and succession planning excellence
- Client testimonials praise our compassionate, solution-focused approach
Associations and certifications
- Lexcel
- CQS
- STEP
- Resolution
What people say
Extremely professional
Personal and professional service
Compassionate and approachable
Highly recommend
Exceptional problem-solving skills
Services
Conveyancing
Our Residential Property team provides independent and professional conveyancing services to ensure smooth property transactions. We handle buying, selling, lease extensions, and shared ownership schemes with minimal delay. Clients praise our efficient process and expert problem-solving capabilities.
Wills and Probate
We offer comprehensive will writing, probate, and inheritance tax planning services. Our specialists handle complex estates and Court of Protection matters. Accredited by STEP, we ensure legally sound solutions for high-net-worth clients and family succession planning.
Family Law
Our family law solicitors handle divorce, financial settlements, child arrangements, and cohabitation agreements. Recognised by Resolution, we adopt a non-confrontational approach while maintaining professional excellence in West Sussex.
Commercial Property
We provide commercial conveyancing services including property sales, lease renewals, and secured lending. Our expertise covers new developments, overage agreements, and property-based business sales across West Sussex.
Power of Attorney
Our specialists draft and register Lasting Powers of Attorney, advising on welfare benefits and care home funding. We explain legal implications clearly, ensuring clients make informed decisions about future care arrangements.
People
Emma Kelly
Solicitor
Specialises in residential conveyancing with a reputation for professionalism and efficiency. Clients praise her ability to make stressful processes easy while maintaining exceptional service standards in property transactions.
Jannette Luker
Conveyancing Expert
Experienced conveyancing specialist handling property sales and purchases. Recognised for problem-solving skills and client reassurance during complex transactions, consistently delivering professional outcomes for residential clients.
Matthew Field
Managing Partner
Leads the Selsey office with extensive legal expertise. Clients highlight his dedication and effectiveness in resolving complex cases, providing clear communication and reliable legal representation across multiple practice areas.
Caroline Barnes
Private Client Solicitor
Compassionate legal professional specialising in elderly client services. Known for approachable manner and thorough explanations of legal procedures, ensuring clients fully understand their options in wills and probate matters.
Greg Woods
Commercial Law Partner
Manages commercial property transactions with technical expertise and client-focused approach. Advises businesses on leases, property sales, and development agreements while maintaining strong local market knowledge.
Questions
What legal services do you offer for individuals?
We provide conveyancing, wills, probate, family law, and power of attorney services with a focus on personalised, professional legal solutions.
How does your conveyancing process work?
Our residential property team handles transactions from start to finish, offering fixed-fee quotes and minimising delays during property purchases or sales.
Can you help with creating a will?
Yes, our specialist solicitors create legally sound wills and provide inheritance tax planning advice to ensure your wishes are properly documented.
Do you offer commercial legal services?
We provide commercial property services including lease agreements, property sales, and development advice tailored to business requirements.
Are you accredited by legal organisations?
We hold Lexcel and CQS accreditations, with specialists recognised by STEP and Resolution for excellence in legal practice areas.
