Business Details
Trusted Solicitors in Caterham Since 1879
Dollman & Pritchard Solicitors, established in 1879, is a traditional high street practice with over 140 years of heritage. Our dedicated lawyers offer more than 200 years of combined experience in private client and commercial law matters. As one of the largest firms in the Tandridge area, we pride ourselves on combining high street friendliness with corporate professionalism. Our specialist teams provide practical, jargon-free legal advice tailored to individual client needs. We serve clients across Caterham, Oxted, Westerham, and surrounding areas, offering home visits and after-hours appointments when required. With expertise in residential and commercial property, private client services, criminal law, and litigation, we deliver solutions grounded in deep industry knowledge.Our commitment to transparency includes fixed-fee pricing models and clear communication throughout every case. Accredited under The Conveyancing Quality Scheme and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, we maintain rigorous professional standards. Our approachable team ensures clients receive timely updates via direct email access to their assigned lawyer. Continuously operating from 9:30am to 5:30pm, we prioritise accessibility while maintaining the ability to accommodate urgent client needs outside these hours by appointment.
Services
Residential Property
Commercial Property
Private Client
Criminal Law
Litigation
Wills & Probate
Conveyancing
Lease Extensions
Tax Planning
Powers of Attorney
Highlights and features
- Over 140 years of legal expertise combined with modern practices
- Practical approach with jargon-free legal advice
- Home visits and after-hours appointments available
- Direct email access to your assigned solicitor
- Fixed-fee pricing models for transparent costs
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
- The Conveyancing Quality Scheme
Services
Residential Conveyancing
Our residential conveyancing team handles property sales, purchases, and re-mortgages with expertise. We provide dedicated email contact for clients and manage transactions from start to finish. With four experienced team members supervised by Graham Norman, we ensure smooth processes even for complex cases. Our fees are transparent and scale with property value, covering all necessary legal work including Land Registry registration and Stamp Duty payments.
Commercial Property
We advise on commercial property transactions including leases, option agreements, and refinancing. Our proactive approach includes fixed-fee pricing and expert negotiation of lease terms. We handle break clauses, rent reviews, and dilapidation issues while maintaining commercial relationships. Our team provides practical solutions for landlords and tenants, ensuring compliance with the Landlord & Tenant Act 1954.
Private Client Services
Specialising in wills, probate, and lasting powers of attorney, we help clients plan for the future. Our services include inheritance tax planning, trust creation, and deputyship applications. We offer home visits and after-hours appointments, with clear guidance on guardianship and asset protection. Our team has handled estates since 1879 with sensitivity and expertise.
Criminal Law
Yogesh Patel, with 25 years' experience, provides expert criminal defence representation. We handle cases from minor motoring offences to serious criminal charges. Services include police station advice, court representation, and youth court proceedings. Our fixed-fee options start at 750 plus VAT for guilty pleas, with hourly rates available for contested cases.
Litigation & Dispute Resolution
We offer strategic advice on civil and commercial litigation matters including landlord & tenant disputes, contract issues, and debt collection. Our approach prioritises early tactical analysis and alternative dispute resolution methods. When necessary, we robustly represent clients at trial while maintaining cost-effective solutions through honest case assessments.
People
Graham Norman
Senior Partner
Specialist in residential conveyancing with extensive experience managing property transactions. Leads the residential conveyancing department with a focus on client communication and transaction efficiency. Has supervised conveyancing teams for over two decades.
John Tsoukkas
Partner
Expert in civil litigation, landlord & tenant matters and commercial property law. Provides strategic legal advice with emphasis on dispute resolution. Holds over 15 years' experience in complex commercial property cases.
Chris Elias
Partner
Specialises in wills, probate and estate planning. Advises clients on inheritance tax mitigation and trust creation. Has managed private client matters for over 18 years with particular focus on elderly client needs.
Yogesh Patel
Consultant
Criminal law specialist with 25 years' experience in court advocacy. Represents clients in magistrates' and crown courts. Focuses on motoring offences, youth court cases and serious criminal charges with a strong track record in defence strategy.
Amanda Andrews
Partner
Dual-qualified in commercial and residential conveyancing. Handles complex property transactions including new builds and lease extensions. Provides practical advice on property development and investment portfolios with particular expertise in local market conditions.
Questions
What areas do you cover?
We operate from Caterham with clients across Oxted, Westerham, Whyteleafe, Warlingham, Kenley, Purley and Croydon.
Do you offer home visits?
Yes, we provide home visits for private client matters and conveyancing when required.
Are your legal fees fixed?
We offer fixed-fee pricing for conveyancing and criminal court representation where possible.
What are your office hours?
We operate continuously from 9:30am to 5:30pm, with appointments available outside these hours.
How long have you been established?
We have provided legal services in Caterham since our founding in 1879.
