Business Details
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Gainsborough
Burton & Dyson is an established law firm serving business and private clients across Lincolnshire and the UK from our Gainsborough office. With personal service and client care at the heart of our operations, we deliver comprehensive legal services in areas including commercial contracts, property transactions, employment law, family matters, and agricultural law. Our firm holds Lexcel accreditation, the Law Society's standard for excellence in practice management, and participates in their residential conveyancing and family law accreditation schemes.We provide specialist Notary Public services for international document verification and work closely with Independent Financial Advisers to offer integrated client solutions. Our team combines deep local knowledge with expertise in handling complex cases for national and international organisations, including US-based companies with UK interests.
Services
Agricultural Legal Services
Commercial Contracts
Dispute Resolution
Notary Services
Family Law
Property Transactions
Wills and Probate
Employment Law
Highlights and features
- We are Lexcel-accredited by the Law Society for excellence in practice management
- Specialists in agricultural law with deep local and sector knowledge
- Offer integrated legal and financial advice solutions
- Provide verified international document services through our Notary Public
- Serve both local clients and international organisations from our Gainsborough base
Associations and certifications
- Lexcel
- Law Society
Services
Agricultural Legal Services
We provide specialist legal support for agricultural businesses including farm sales, tenancies, partnerships, and land registration. Our expertise covers easements, succession planning, and property diversification. We help clients navigate agricultural land tribunal issues and voluntary land registration processes, offering practical solutions for managing rural estates and securing future development potential.
Notary Services
Our Notary Public verifies and certifies documents for international use, including property transactions, powers of attorney, and immigration documents. We ensure legal compliance across jurisdictions, providing authenticated documentation accepted by foreign authorities. Our services support both commercial clients and private individuals with international legal needs.
Commercial Property
We handle commercial property transactions including purchases, sales, and leases. Our services cover contract negotiations, title investigations, and transaction completion. We advise on property development opportunities and assist businesses with real estate matters across Lincolnshire and the UK.
Family Law
Our family law team handles divorce proceedings, financial arrangements, child custody matters, and domestic abuse cases. We offer fixed-fee divorce options and help clients create prenuptial agreements. We provide sensitive support for same-sex marriages and civil partnerships while prioritising client confidentiality.
Wills and Probate
We draft legally valid wills, establish lasting powers of attorney, and administer estates through probate. Our services include trust creation, inheritance tax planning, and dispute resolution. We help clients protect assets and ensure smooth succession planning for both personal and business interests.
People
Steven Hardy
Notary Public
Qualified Notary Public with specialist expertise in international document verification. One of approximately 900 UK notaries, Steven handles property transactions, powers of attorney, and immigration documents for commercial and private clients in Gainsborough.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We specialise in agricultural law, commercial property, family law, wills and probate, and Notary services. Our team also handles employment law, dispute resolution, and residential conveyancing.
Are you accredited by legal authorities?
Yes, we hold Lexcel accreditation from the Law Society and participate in their residential conveyancing and family law accreditation schemes.
Do you offer Notary Public services?
Yes, we have a qualified Notary Public available for document verification and international legal transactions.
What are your office hours?
Our office is open Monday-Thursday 9am-5:30pm and Friday 9am-5pm. We can arrange alternative appointments when needed.
Do you serve clients outside Lincolnshire?
While based in Gainsborough, we serve clients across the UK and work with international clients through our Notary services.
