Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Expert Legal Services in Hastings
Established for over 60 years, Percy Walker Solicitors has dedicated itself to meeting the legal needs of clients in Hastings, nationally, and internationally. Our professional expertise spans Wills and Probate, Powers of Attorney, Court of Protection matters, and Residential Conveyancing. With a team of highly trained solicitors and legal executives, we offer a caring, personal approach to private client work, including specialist knowledge in contested probate and estate administration.We hold memberships with prestigious bodies such as STEP and ACTAPS, demonstrating our commitment to excellence. Our firm maintains a strong local presence in Hastings town centre while serving clients across surrounding regions and beyond.
Services
Wills
Probate
Powers of Attorney
Conveyancing
Court of Protection
Estate Administration
Trust Services
Inheritance Tax Planning
Residential Property Sales
Lease Extensions
Details
- Year established: 1965
Highlights and features
- Over 25 years of collective experience in estate administration
- STEP-qualified solicitors and Chartered Legal Executives
- Home visits available for client convenience
- Members of the Association of Contentious Trust and Probate Solicitors
- Awarded Conveyancing Quality Scheme accreditation by the Law Society
Associations and certifications
- Law Society Conveyancing Quality Scheme
- STEP (Society of Trusts and Estate Practitioners)
Services
Probate Administration
We specialise in comprehensive probate administration, guiding executors through estate settlement. Our services include asset collection, tax calculations, and distribution, with expertise in complex estates. Supervised by STEP-qualified solicitors, we ensure compliance with legal requirements while providing compassionate support during difficult times.
Wills and Trusts
Our solicitors provide expert advice on will creation and trust establishment. We help clients ensure their wishes are legally documented, including provisions for dependents and charitable gifts. With STEP-certified specialists, we offer tailored solutions for tax-efficient estate planning and complex trust arrangements.
Conveyancing
We offer residential conveyancing services for property purchases and sales. Our team handles contracts, searches, and registrations, with expertise in leasehold transactions and new builds. As Law Society Conveyancing Quality Scheme members, we ensure efficient, secure property transfers with transparent pricing.
Powers of Attorney
We prepare and register Lasting Powers of Attorney for property and health matters. Our specialists ensure documents meet legal requirements while advising on best interests principles. We also assist with Court of Protection applications for deputy appointments when capacity is lost.
Court of Protection
Our team handles Court of Protection applications for financial and welfare deputies. We advise on managing affairs for those lacking capacity, including property management and welfare decisions. We support both professional and family-appointed deputies with ongoing legal obligations.
People
Aileen Francis
Senior Partner
With over 25 years in private client work, Aileen specialises in Wills and Probate. A STEP and ACTAPS member, she holds the STEP Diploma and advises on complex estates. She qualified as a solicitor in 1994 and joined Percy Walker in 2001, becoming partner in 2008.
Debbie Bellini
Solicitor
Debbie specialises in probate and estate administration, assisting executors with taxable estates. A STEP associate member since 2020, she previously worked in litigation and commercial property before focusing on private client law. She qualified as a solicitor in 1994.
Melissa Sear
Chartered Legal Executive
Melissa qualified as a Graduate Legal Executive in 2018, focusing on probate. With nursing experience, she excels in elderly client care. She has handled over 100 probate matters since qualifying and became a partner in 2023.
Jessica Brown
Chartered Legal Executive
Jessica specialises in estate administration and Court of Protection matters. Qualified as FCILEx in 2022, she is completing her STEP Diploma. She has managed diverse estates, including complex and tax liable cases, since joining in 2015.
Amy Millard
Licensed Conveyancer
Amy qualified as a Level 6 Licensed Conveyancer in 2021. With five years' experience, she handles residential conveyancing transactions, including leasehold properties and new builds. She joined Percy Walker in 2020, focusing on property law.
Questions
What areas do Percy Walker Solicitors cover?
We serve clients in Hastings, East Sussex, nationally across the UK, and internationally.
Are Percy Walker regulated by legal authorities?
Yes, we're regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA number 662900) and members of the Law Society's Conveyancing Quality Scheme.
Do Percy Walker offer home visits?
Yes, we can arrange home visits for clients requiring assistance with legal matters.
What payment methods does Percy Walker accept?
Payment details aren't specified in our available information - please contact us directly for payment options.
How long does probate take with Percy Walker?
Non-taxable estates typically take 4-8 weeks, while taxable estates may take up to one year depending on complexity.
Can Percy Walker handle international legal matters?
Yes, our firm provides legal services to clients nationally and internationally, particularly in estate matters.
