Business Details
40 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Hastings
Established in 1986, we are a dedicated firm of solicitors and advocates based in Hastings, East Sussex, with a branch office in Kent. Our practice specialises in housing law, civil litigation, and unmarried relationship breakdown cases, providing expert legal guidance tailored to individual client needs. With over three decades of experience, we combine deep legal expertise with a compassionate approach to client care. Our team includes qualified solicitors, paralegals, and support staff committed to delivering practical solutions in areas such as evictions, landlord-tenant disputes, and property division.We are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and maintain transparent pricing structures, including Legal Aid options where available. Our pragmatic approach prioritises negotiation while maintaining robust court representation capabilities when required. We serve clients across East Sussex and Kent, offering both private fee and conditional fee arrangements. Our commitment to professional standards is evidenced by our recognition from the Legal Aid Agency and long-standing local presence. We maintain modern offices in Hastings with accessible opening hours from 8:30am to 5:00pm, Monday to Friday.
Services
Housing Law
Civil Litigation
Unmarried Breakdown
Eviction Defence
Landlord Disputes
Property Division
Mortgage Repossession
Anti-Social Behaviour
Housing Disrepair
Possession Proceedings
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- Established in 1986 with specialist housing law expertise
- Regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA No. 558157)
- Recognised Legal Aid Agency provider for housing matters
- Transparent pricing with fixed fee and conditional fee options
- Local knowledge serving East Sussex and Kent communities
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
Services
Housing Law
Specialist housing law services covering evictions, landlord-tenant disputes, and housing disrepair claims. We assist clients with possession proceedings, mortgage arrears, and anti-social behaviour cases. Our team provides expert guidance for both residential and commercial property matters.
Civil Litigation
Comprehensive civil litigation support for contract disputes, negligence claims, and debt recovery. Our pragmatic approach prioritises negotiation while maintaining robust court representation capabilities. We handle complex commercial disputes and personal injury claims with transparent pricing structures.
Unmarried Breakdown
Legal support for unmarried couples facing relationship breakdown. We specialise in property division, financial settlements, and child custody arrangements. Our compassionate approach combines legal expertise with practical solutions for separating couples without marital status protections.
Legal Aid Services
Government-funded legal representation for eligible clients in housing and family law matters. We provide accessible legal support through Legal Aid Agency-approved services while maintaining strict compliance with funding regulations and eligibility criteria.
Fixed Fee Cases
Predetermined cost legal services for clear budgeting. Our fixed fee arrangements cover specific housing and civil law matters with no hidden charges. We provide detailed cost breakdowns before commencing any work to ensure complete financial transparency.
People
Jolyon Holden
Solicitor & Managing Partner
Qualified solicitor since 1974 with specialist housing law expertise. Leads the firm's legal team in Hastings, focusing on complex property disputes and civil litigation cases.
Karina Farid
Solicitor
Family and housing law specialist with LLB qualification. Handles unmarried relationship breakdown cases and property division disputes with a client-focused approach.
Oksana Stuart
Paralegal
Supports housing and civil law cases with specialist knowledge. Provides technical legal assistance under solicitor supervision for eviction defence and landlord-tenant matters.
Gary Brookshaw
Solicitor
Commercial conveyancing and probate specialist with honours degree. Manages property transactions and estate planning matters for residential and business clients.
Andy Hall
Practise Manager
Oversees daily operations and client services coordination. Ensures efficient case management and maintains quality standards across all legal service areas.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We specialise in housing law, civil litigation, and unmarried relationship breakdown cases, with additional expertise in property division and mortgage repossession matters.
Do you offer Legal Aid services?
Yes, we are recognised Legal Aid Agency providers for housing law matters, offering government-funded representation to eligible clients across East Sussex and Kent.
What payment options are available?
We provide Legal Aid (where applicable), fixed fee arrangements, and conditional fee (no win, no fee) options for various legal services including civil litigation and housing disputes.
Are you regulated by professional bodies?
Yes, we are authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA No. 558157) and maintain full compliance with legal profession standards.
What are your office hours?
Our Hastings office is open Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 5:00pm. We recommend booking appointments in advance for specialist legal consultations.
