Business Details
Trusted Legal Services in Wimborne
Dibbens Solicitors is a long-established law firm based in Wimborne, Dorset, with a rich history dating back to 1877. Our practice has evolved alongside technological advancements while maintaining a commitment to delivering high-quality legal services at fair prices. We specialise in residential and commercial conveyancing, probate, wills, trusts, matrimonial matters, and family law, serving private individuals and small to medium-sized businesses across Dorset, Hampshire, and nationally. Our team combines deep legal expertise with a client-focused approach, ensuring tailored solutions for complex legal challenges.As an SRA-regulated firm, we uphold rigorous professional standards while prioritising community responsibility and environmental awareness in our operations. Our modern methodology balances tradition with innovation, reflected in our Conveyancing Quality Scheme accreditation and use of digital tools like Thirdfort ID verification. We believe legal services should be accessible, transparent, and delivered with integrity, as demonstrated through our decades of trusted service to local and national clients.
Services
Residential Conveyancing
Commercial Conveyancing
Probate Services
Wills and Trusts
Family Law
Business Documentation
Highlights and features
- We have over 145 years of continuous legal practice since 1877
- Our firm holds Conveyancing Quality Scheme accreditation
- We provide tailored legal solutions for both private and commercial clients
- Our team includes specialists in conveyancing, probate, and family law
- We maintain SRA regulation for professional legal standards
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
Services
Residential Conveyancing
Our residential conveyancing service guides clients through property transactions with expert legal support. We handle purchases, sales, and buy-to-let arrangements, offering pre-sale preparation guidance and documentation. With Conveyancing Quality Scheme accreditation, we ensure smooth transactions using modern protocols while maintaining personal client support throughout the process.
Commercial Conveyancing
We provide comprehensive commercial property services for investors, landlords, and tenants. Our expertise covers lease negotiations, property acquisitions, and premises management. The team helps negotiate clear documentation to prevent future disputes while addressing specific commercial requirements during property transactions and ongoing management.
Wills and Trusts
Our wills and trusts service offers tailored estate planning solutions. We assist with creating legally sound wills, establishing trusts, and arranging lasting powers of attorney. The team provides expert guidance on tax planning and asset protection to ensure clients' wishes are properly documented and executed.
Family Law
We handle family law cases including divorce, separation, child arrangements, and financial settlements. Our experienced legal executives provide compassionate guidance through emotionally challenging situations while ensuring proper legal protections and fair outcomes for all parties involved.
Probate Services
Our probate team assists with estate administration, guiding executors through the legal process of managing deceased estates. We handle documentation, asset distribution, and tax considerations while providing clear communication and support during difficult times.
People
Tony Mellowes
Senior Partner & Solicitor
With extensive legal experience, Tony leads the conveyancing and commercial departments. He provides expert guidance on property transactions and business documentation while maintaining the firm's commitment to quality legal services since 1877.
Lucy Craig
Partner & Solicitor
Lucy specialises in family law and probate matters. She oversees estate administration and lasting power of attorney arrangements, combining legal expertise with compassionate client support for sensitive family and private client issues.
Debbie Ware
Solicitor
Debbie focuses on residential conveyancing, assisting clients with property transactions. She provides practical legal advice during the buying and selling process, ensuring clear communication and efficient completion of property deals.
Sue Barnes
Legal Executive
Sue heads the family law department, handling matrimonial matters and child arrangements. With FCILEX qualification, she provides expert legal support for separation, divorce, and related financial settlements.
Victoria King
Legal Executive
Victoria specialises in attorneyships and will preparation. She provides comprehensive advice on lasting powers of attorney and estate planning, ensuring clients' future care and financial arrangements are properly documented.
Questions
What legal services do Dibbens Solicitors Solicitors offer?
We provide residential and commercial conveyancing, probate, wills, trusts, family law, and business documentation services. Our team handles property transactions, estate administration, and legal matters for private clients and businesses.
How long has Dibbens Solicitors Solicitors been operating?
We've been providing legal services since 1877, combining our long-standing expertise with modern practices to deliver quality legal solutions to clients across Dorset and beyond.
Are your conveyancing services accredited?
Yes, we hold Conveyancing Quality Scheme accreditation and use residential property protocols to ensure efficient, reliable property transaction services for both residential and commercial clients.
Do you serve clients outside Dorset?
While based in Wimborne, we serve clients across Hampshire and nationally, providing comprehensive legal services to both local and remote clients through modern communication methods.
