Business Details
Your Trusted Solicitors in Fleetwood
Established in 1890, Addies Solicitors has built a reputation as a trusted legal practice serving the Fylde Coast and North West. Our team of dedicated solicitors combines decades of experience with a commitment to client care, offering expert guidance across family law, conveyancing, probate, clinical negligence, and more. Regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA), we maintain rigorous standards of professionalism while providing accessible, compassionate support for individuals navigating complex legal matters.With offices in Fleetwood and Poulton-le-Fylde, our firm balances local knowledge with national expertise, ensuring clients receive tailored solutions that protect their rights and interests. From drafting wills to resolving property disputes, we prioritise clear communication and practical outcomes, helping clients achieve resolution during challenging times.
Services
Family Law
Probate
Power of Attorney
Conveyancing
Clinical Negligence
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in family law and litigation.
- Our team includes specialists accredited by the Law Society and STEP.
- We provide SRA-regulated services ensuring high professional standards.
- We offer tailored legal solutions for complex family, property, and probate matters.
- Our conveyancing team handles transactions with a hands-on approach.
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
- Law Society Family Accreditation
- Conveyancing Quality Scheme
Services
Family Law
Our family law team specialises in divorce, separation, and child custody matters. We provide compassionate guidance to resolve disputes over property division, parental responsibility, and financial settlements. With expertise in TOLATA claims, we protect clients' rights while minimising emotional stress during contentious proceedings.
Conveyancing
We handle residential conveyancing from contract exchange to completion. Our team coordinates with estate agents and mortgage providers to streamline property sales, purchases, and remortgages. We offer fixed-fee quotations and practical advice to ensure smooth transactions for first-time buyers and experienced homeowners alike.
Probate
Our probate specialists assist executors with estate administration, including Grant of Probate applications and asset distribution. We manage tax-efficient estate settlements, trust administration, and inheritance tax planning, providing clear guidance during the bereavement process with sensitivity and expertise.
Clinical Negligence
Led by specialist Diane Rostron, our clinical negligence team pursues complex medical error cases, particularly birth injury claims. We collaborate with medical experts to prove liability and secure compensation for life-changing injuries, combining legal tenacity with empathetic client support.
Power of Attorney
We draft Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA) for financial and health decisions, ensuring clients' wishes are protected if mental capacity is lost. Our team guides clients through registration with the Office of the Public Guardian, offering fixed-fee packages for single or multiple LPAs.
People
John Jorgenson
Senior Director
With over 30 years in family law and litigation, John leads our legal team. A Law Society member and Resolution affiliate, he specialises in complex divorce cases and child custody disputes, prioritising clients' interests with strategic expertise.
Diane Rostron
Director
Diane brings two decades of clinical negligence experience, focusing on birth injury claims. Recognised for her determination, she secures justice for families affected by medical errors, combining legal acumen with compassionate advocacy at our Blackpool office.
Lori McPhee
Head of Property
As head of residential conveyancing, Lori oversees property transactions with a hands-on approach. Qualified since 1994, she leads a team managing sales, purchases, and leasehold matters, ensuring efficient completions for clients across the North West.
Rebecca Alexander-Brown
Head of Wills & Probate
Rebecca specialises in wills, probate, and estate planning. A STEP member since 2022, she advises on inheritance tax mitigation and trust administration, helping clients protect assets and navigate complex estate matters with clarity.
Courtney Skitterall
Practice Manager
Courtney manages firm operations with legal executive expertise. Transitioning from family law in 2022, she ensures seamless service delivery across departments, combining administrative leadership with client-focused problem-solving to maintain our high service standards.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We specialise in family law, conveyancing, probate, clinical negligence, and Lasting Powers of Attorney, providing comprehensive legal support across these disciplines with dedicated expert teams.
Are you regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority?
Yes, Addies Solicitors is SRA-regulated (number 641535), ensuring adherence to strict professional standards and client care requirements.
How much does making a will cost?
Our will drafting fees start at £400 + VAT for a single will, with bespoke pricing for complex estates requiring tax planning or trust structures.
Do you offer fixed-fee conveyancing?
Yes, we provide fixed-price quotations for residential conveyancing, covering standard transactions from contract exchange to completion without hidden costs.
Can you handle clinical negligence claims outside the Fylde Coast?
While based in the North West, our clinical negligence team, led by Diane Rostron, handles complex medical claims nationwide, particularly birth injury cases requiring specialist expertise.
What are your office hours?
Our Fleetwood and Poulton offices operate Monday-Friday 9am-5pm, with after-hours contact available via email for urgent client matters.
