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Your Trusted Legal Partner in Mansfield
Established in 1879, Harrop White Vallance & Dawson is a specialist law firm with a long-standing reputation for quality legal services. Our firm combines traditional values with modern technology, utilising state-of-the-art financial and management systems alongside the Lexis online law library. We offer a comprehensive range of legal services including conveyancing, criminal matters, debt recovery, domestic violence cases, lasting power of attorney, business law, wills, matrimonial issues, and road traffic offences. With over 145 years of experience, our team of qualified solicitors provides expert guidance and representation in both personal and commercial legal matters. We are authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA Registration No. 00050780), ensuring the highest standards of professional conduct.Our senior partner has handled over 2,000 residential conveyancing matters and administered more than 1,000 estates, while our litigation partner specialises in criminal and family law with over 39 years' experience. We maintain membership in professional bodies including the Society of Estate and Trust Practitioners (STEP) and the Law Society's Advanced Family panel. Our office in Mansfield offers ground-floor accessibility with home visits available for those unable to attend in person. We provide a free 24-hour emergency service for police station detainees and maintain transparent communication with clients throughout their legal proceedings.
Services
Conveyancing
Criminal Matters
Debt Recovery
Domestic Violence
Lasting Power of Attorney
Business Law
Making a Will
Matrimonial Law
Road Traffic Offences
Highlights and features
- We have over 145 years of continuous legal practice in Mansfield
- Our solicitors are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA No. 00050780)
- We provide free 24-hour emergency police station representation
- Senior partner has handled over 2,000 conveyancing matters
- Litigation partner specialises in criminal and family law with 39+ years' experience
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
Services
Conveyancing
Specialist residential and commercial property transactions including sales, purchases, leases, and mortgage work. Our conveyancing team handles shared ownership schemes and government-aided housing programmes. We maintain Conveyancing Quality Scheme accreditation through regular training and professional development. Our experienced solicitors have completed over 2,000 residential transactions and provide expert guidance through all property-related legal processes.
Criminal Matters
Comprehensive criminal defence services including police station representation, court proceedings, and specialist duty solicitor support. Our litigation partner with 39 years' experience handles all criminal cases with immediate assistance available through our 24-hour emergency service. We provide free legal representation for detained individuals and maintain strong advocacy skills in both magistrates' and crown courts.
Lasting Power of Attorney
Expert preparation and registration of lasting powers of attorney, including property and financial affairs, and health and welfare directives. Our solicitors provide comprehensive estate planning advice with specialist knowledge of inheritance tax implications. We handle complex trust arrangements and have administered over 1,000 estates, ensuring proper legal documentation for future care and asset management.
Matrimonial Law
Specialist family law services covering divorce proceedings, separation agreements, child custody arrangements, and financial settlements. Our Law Society Advanced Family Panel accredited solicitor handles complex family matters including care proceedings and domestic violence cases. We provide compassionate yet pragmatic advice to protect client interests during emotionally challenging times.
Business Law
Tailored legal support for businesses including commercial property transactions, contract drafting, employment law, and company formation. Our solicitors advise on premises leasing, business acquisitions, and corporate governance matters. With extensive experience in commercial conveyancing and business succession planning, we provide practical legal solutions for companies at all stages of development.
People
Charles Dawson
Senior Partner
Qualified solicitor since 1977 with over 30 years' experience in conveyancing and probate. Specialises in residential and commercial property transactions, having handled over 2,000 conveyancing matters. Expert in estate administration with more than 1,000 cases completed, including complex inheritance tax planning. Member of the Society of Estate and Trust Practitioners (STEP).
Treve Lander
Litigation Partner
Head of litigation department with 39+ years' experience in criminal and family law. Accredited Duty Solicitor for court and police station schemes in Mansfield. Specialises in criminal defence, family matters, and employment law. Member of Law Society Advanced Family Panel with expertise in child custody and financial settlements.
Rosalynde Green
Conveyancing
Chartered Institute of Legal Executives fellow with 20+ years' experience in residential conveyancing. Specialises in property sales, purchases, and mortgage work including shared ownership schemes. Maintains CQS accreditation through regular professional training. Manages 150-200 transactions annually while staying current with property law developments.
Questions
What areas of law does Harrop White, Vallance & Dawson specialise in?
We specialise in conveyancing, criminal law, family matters, business law, wills and probate, and road traffic offences. Our solicitors have particular expertise in property transactions, estate administration, and criminal defence work.
Are your solicitors regulated by professional bodies?
Yes, we are authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA Registration No. 00050780). Our conveyancing team maintains Conveyancing Quality Scheme accreditation through regular training.
What are your office hours and accessibility options?
Our Mansfield office is open Monday-Friday 9am-5pm with a lunch break 1pm-2pm. We have ground-floor accessibility and can arrange home visits for clients unable to attend our office.
How experienced is your legal team?
Our senior partner has over 30 years' experience handling 2,000+ conveyancing matters and 1,000+ estate administrations. Our litigation partner specialises in criminal and family law with 39+ years' experience and Law Society Advanced Family Panel accreditation.
