Business Details
Trusted Legal Services in Reading
Established in 1893, Hewetts Solicitors has built a reputation for delivering approachable, client-focused legal services across private and business sectors. Our firm combines over 130 years of experience with a commitment to value for money, efficiency, and confidentiality. We specialise in employment law, family law, property transactions, and corporate legal matters, serving clients nationally from our Reading headquarters. Our solicitors are full Law Society members, ensuring adherence to professional standards while maintaining a personal service tailored to individual client needs.With 70% of our business coming from referrals, we prioritise long-term client relationships through expert advice and transparent communication. Our team works closely with local businesses to provide holistic legal solutions, offering flexible meeting options and accessible support for complex or straightforward cases.
Services
Employment Law
Family Law
Property Conveyancing
Corporate Legal Services
Wills and Probate
Dispute Resolution
Charity Law
Professional Negligence Claims
Boundary Disputes
Landlord Services
Highlights and features
- We have over 130 years of combined legal experience since 1893
- Our solicitors are full members of the Law Society
- We provide nationwide legal services with local Reading knowledge
- 70% of our business comes from client referrals and repeat business
- We offer flexible meeting options including telephone and office consultations
Associations and certifications
- Law Society
What people say
Professional manner
Efficient service
Knowledgeable solicitors
Affordable fees
Empathetic approach
Services
Employment Law
We provide expert employment law advice for both employees and employers. Our services include redundancy support, unfair dismissal claims, discrimination cases, and settlement agreements. With specialist solicitors handling tribunal claims and contract negotiations, we ensure clients receive clear guidance tailored to their specific workplace situations while maintaining strict confidentiality throughout the process.
Family Law
Our family law specialists handle divorce proceedings, child arrangements, and cohabitation disputes with sensitivity and expertise. Offering fixed-fee initial consultations and mediation services, we help clients navigate complex legal matters while prioritising emotional well-being. Our approach focuses on achieving practical solutions that protect clients' interests and family relationships through both court representation and alternative dispute resolution methods.
Corporate Legal Services
We support businesses with company law matters including acquisitions, shareholder agreements, and director liabilities. Our services cover contract drafting, partnership arrangements, and commercial property transactions. With experience handling SMEs and larger corporations, we provide practical legal solutions tailored to business needs while maintaining cost-effectiveness and compliance with current corporate regulations and industry standards.
Property Conveyancing
Our property law team handles residential and commercial conveyancing, boundary disputes, and landlord-tenant evictions. We assist with property transfers, lease agreements, and access rights issues while ensuring smooth transactions. With expertise in both private and commercial property matters, we provide clear guidance through complex legal processes while protecting clients' property interests and investment value.
Wills and Probate
We offer comprehensive will preparation, power of attorney arrangements, and probate services. Our specialists help clients protect assets, plan for future care needs, and manage inheritance matters. With a focus on clear communication and forward planning, we ensure clients' wishes are legally documented while providing compassionate support during sensitive times involving estate administration and family succession planning.
People
Oliver Kew
Solicitor
Specialist in property disputes and landlord services with extensive experience in eviction processes and boundary disagreements. Provides clear legal guidance while maintaining client focus.
Debbie Sadler
Solicitor
Employment law expert with particular focus on settlement agreements and tribunal claims. Recognised for empathetic approach and successful client outcomes in complex workplace disputes.
Safeena Tufail
Family Law Specialist
Experienced family law solicitor offering mediation services and divorce proceedings support. Known for compassionate approach to sensitive family matters and cohabitation agreements.
Questions
What areas of law does Hewetts Solicitors specialise in?
We specialise in employment law, family law, property conveyancing, corporate legal services, wills and probate, dispute resolution, and charity law.
Can I get legal advice outside regular office hours?
While we operate during standard business hours, our solicitors maintain accessibility through prior arrangement for urgent matters requiring flexible scheduling.
How do I arrange an initial legal consultation?
Contact us via phone or our website to schedule a fixed-fee initial interview with our specialist solicitors, available in-person or via telephone/Skype.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept cash, card (with no charge for debit cards), and cheque payments for our legal services.
Do you offer services outside Reading?
Yes, while based in Reading we provide legal services nationwide, with particular expertise serving clients across the Thames Valley region.
How can I verify your legal credentials?
Our solicitors are full Law Society members, and our firm is regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA Number: 608064).
