Business Details
46 Years
experience
Expert Legal Services in Leicester
Lawson West Solicitors has been providing expert legal advice to Leicester, Leicestershire, and beyond for over 40 years. Our award-winning teams deliver quality, personalised service across employment law, family law, conveyancing, and probate. With offices in Leicester and Market Harborough, we serve individuals and businesses, including family enterprises, property developers, and public sector workers. Our core values of being welcoming, confident, supportive, knowledgeable, and dependable underpin our approach.Recognised in The Legal 500 for employment and private client services, we combine regional accessibility with national expertise. Our Court of Protection team specialises in capacity issues, while our probate division won Boutique Private Client Firm of the Year 2025. We prioritise client relationships through transparent communication and tailored solutions, evidenced by consistently positive testimonials highlighting our professionalism and approachability.
Services
Employment Law
Family Law
Conveyancing
Probate Services
Court of Protection
Wills & Trusts
Commercial Property
Corporate Law
Settlement Agreements
Estate Planning
Details
- Year established: 1980
Highlights and features
- Over 40 years of combined legal expertise across multiple practice areas
- Award-winning probate and employment law teams with national recognition
- Personalised service combining regional accessibility with partner-led expertise
- STEP-qualified professionals specialising in vulnerable client matters
- Consistently praised for approachability, transparency, and client-focused communication
Associations and certifications
- The Legal 500
- British Wills and Probate Awards 2025
What people say
Exceptional professionalism
Very approachable team
Stress-free process
Excellent communication
Highly recommended
Services
Employment Law
Specialist employment law services covering discrimination claims, unfair dismissal, settlement agreements, and tribunal representation. Our Legal 500-recognised team advises employees on rights related to disability, age, race, and gender reassignment discrimination. We handle complex cases involving constructive dismissal, redundancy disputes, and contractual negotiations while maintaining strict client confidentiality.
Probate & Wills
Award-winning probate and wills services including estate administration, lasting powers of attorney, and trust creation. Our STEP-qualified solicitors specialise in dementia care planning, inheritance tax mitigation, and contested probate matters. We provide clear guidance on executors' responsibilities and help clients protect family assets through bespoke will drafting and trust structures.
Family Law
Comprehensive family law support covering divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, and financial settlements. We handle complex cases involving international jurisdictions, high-net-worth assets, and prenuptial agreements. Our approach prioritises amicable resolutions through mediation while maintaining readiness for court representation when necessary, always focusing on clients' emotional and financial well-being.
Conveyancing
Residential and commercial conveyancing services covering property purchases, sales, and remortgaging. We manage lease extensions, shared ownership schemes, and new build acquisitions. Our team provides clear cost breakdowns and timely progress updates, handling complex cases involving Help to Buy loans, right to buy schemes, and property development transactions.
Court of Protection
Specialist Court of Protection services managing deputyship appointments, statutory will creation, and trust administration for vulnerable individuals. We handle complex cases involving professional trustee removal, asset protection, and care funding arrangements. Our solicitors work closely with families to ensure legal compliance while maintaining compassionate support for clients with dementia or acquired brain injuries.
People
Ashley Hunt
Director & Senior Employment Solicitor
Specialises in employment law with focus on discrimination claims and tribunal representation. Holds Legal 500 recognition for employment law expertise. Provides strategic advice to employees facing workplace disputes, with particular experience in disability discrimination cases.
Vaishali Thakerar
Director & Senior Employment Solicitor
Award-winning employment law specialist with expertise in settlement agreements and unfair dismissal claims. Recognised for handling complex cases involving constructive dismissal and contractual negotiations while maintaining approachable client communication.
Rebecca Beswick
Director, Commercial Property & Corporate Solicitor
Commercial property expert specialising in landlord/tenant disputes, property development transactions, and corporate real estate matters. Provides strategic advice on commercial leases, property investments, and business premises management.
Vicky Jones
Managing Director
Oversees firm operations with focus on client service excellence. Ensures alignment with core values of professionalism and approachability. Drives strategic growth while maintaining hands-on involvement in key client relationships.
Phoebe Skarlatos
Court of Protection Solicitor
Specialises in capacity law, deputyship appointments, and trust administration. Provides compassionate legal support for families managing affairs of loved ones with dementia or acquired brain injuries, focusing on long-term care planning.
Questions
What areas do you cover for legal services?
We operate from Leicester and Market Harborough, serving clients across Leicestershire, the East Midlands, and nationwide through virtual consultations.
How quickly can I get legal advice?
We offer fixed-fee appointments within 24-48 hours for urgent matters, with emergency contact options available for critical situations.
Do you handle both personal and business legal matters?
Yes, we provide comprehensive services for individuals and businesses across employment law, property transactions, and corporate matters.
How are your legal fees structured?
We provide transparent cost breakdowns with various pricing options including fixed fees, hourly rates, and conditional agreements where appropriate.
What makes your firm different from other solicitors?
Our combination of Legal 500-recognised expertise with personal, approachable service creates a unique balance of quality and accessibility.
Can you help with urgent legal issues?
While we don't offer 24/7 emergency services, we prioritise urgent cases and typically provide initial consultations within one business day.
