Business Details
Your Trusted Legal Partner Since 1881
Founded in 1881, W H Matthews has established itself as a trusted legal practice with offices in London's West End, City of London, and Sutton. Our firm combines deep-rooted experience with a forward-thinking approach, serving individuals and businesses through collaborative teamwork across multiple legal disciplines. With over 140 years of collective expertise, we deliver practical, results-driven legal solutions tailored to modern needs.Led by Senior Partner Charles Howard, we maintain a client-focused ethos while expanding strategically through mergers with respected local practices. Our multilingual team offers specialist knowledge in areas including property, corporate law, family matters, and dispute resolution, supported by accreditations from the Solicitors Regulation Authority and Society of Trust & Estate Practitioners.
Services
Commercial Property
Corporate Law
Dispute Resolution
Employment Law
Family Law
Private Client
Residential Property
Immigration
Probate Services
Wills and Trusts
Highlights and features
- Over 140 years of legal expertise since 1881
- Multidisciplinary team covering all major legal areas
- Regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority
- STEP-qualified specialists in wills and probate
- Bilingual support in Punjabi, Hindi, Urdu, Cantonese and Mandarin
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
- Society of Trust & Estate Practitioners (STEP)
What people say
Excellent service
Professional and efficient
Exceptional at her job
Stress-free process
Highly recommend
Services
Commercial Property
Our commercial property specialists handle complex transactions involving landlords, tenants, investors, and developers. We provide comprehensive advice on acquisitions, disposals, leases, financing, and joint ventures. With expertise in development agreements and property litigation, we support clients through all stages of commercial real estate projects.
Corporate Law
We advise businesses on corporate matters including mergers, acquisitions, shareholder agreements, and restructuring. Our multidisciplinary approach combines expertise in employment law, property, and dispute resolution to support business growth and compliance with Companies House requirements.
Family Law
Our Resolution-registered family lawyers handle divorce, financial settlements, and child arrangements. We prioritise mediation while providing robust court representation when needed. Specialised services include prenuptial agreements and protection orders for vulnerable clients.
Private Client
We offer comprehensive wills, probate, and trust services with STEP-qualified specialists. Our team handles estate administration, lasting powers of attorney, and Court of Protection matters, ensuring clients' wishes are legally protected across generations.
Dispute Resolution
Our dispute resolution team manages commercial and property litigation, insolvency matters, and shareholder disputes. We focus on early intervention through alternative dispute resolution while maintaining strong advocacy capabilities for court proceedings.
People
Charles Howard
Senior Partner
Leading the firm since its strategic expansion, Charles Howard oversees multidisciplinary legal services with 30+ years' experience in corporate governance and business law.
Elaine Pearman
Solicitor
Specialising in residential conveyancing, Elaine has handled complex property transactions for 20+ years, praised for her efficiency and client-focused approach in multiple testimonials.
Maggie Hughes
Probate Specialist
STEP-qualified probate expert with 25 years' experience managing estate administration, will drafting, and trust creation for high-net-worth individuals.
Victoria Huxley
Family Law Solicitor
Resolution member specialising in divorce proceedings and child arrangements, noted for compassionate representation in high-conflict family disputes over 15 years.
Tracy Gowar
Commercial Property Partner
Leading commercial property transactions with particular expertise in joint venture agreements and development projects across London's property market for 18 years.
Questions
What areas of law does W H Matthews specialise in?
We specialise in commercial and residential property, corporate law, family matters, private client services, dispute resolution, and immigration law.
How long has W H Matthews been operating?
Established in 1881, we have provided legal services for over 140 years with offices in London and Sutton.
Can you help with complex property transactions?
Yes, our property specialists handle complex commercial and residential transactions including joint ventures, development agreements, and leasehold enfranchisement.
Do you offer multilingual legal support?
Our team provides legal services in Punjabi, Hindi, Urdu, Cantonese, and Mandarin alongside English.
How do you handle estate planning and probate?
STEP-qualified specialists manage wills, probate, trusts, and lasting powers of attorney with comprehensive estate administration services.
What accreditations do you hold?
We are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and have STEP-qualified specialists in wills and probate.
