Business Details
Trusted Legal Experts in New Forest Since 1893
Heppenstalls Solicitors has been a cornerstone of legal excellence in the New Forest community since 1893. With over 130 years of dedicated service, we specialise in providing clear, jargon-free legal advice tailored to the unique needs of individuals, families, and businesses. Our expertise spans Wills, Trusts, Estates, Residential and Commercial Property, Court of Protection, and Dispute Resolution. Our team of certified legal professionals combines deep local knowledge with national-level expertise to deliver practical solutions.We prioritise transparency, offering fixed fees with no hidden charges, and maintain a client-centric approach rooted in integrity and care. As a regulated firm, we uphold the highest standards of professionalism, ensuring every client receives reliable, forward-thinking legal support. Our commitment to innovation ensures we remain aligned with modern client expectations while preserving our heritage of trust and excellence.
Services
Wills & Trusts
Residential Property
Commercial Property
Court of Protection
Mediation Services
Probate & Estates
Dispute Resolution
Notary Services
Power of Attorney
Inheritance Tax Planning
Highlights and features
- We have over 130 years of experience delivering legal expertise in the New Forest region.
- Our team includes certified specialists in Wills, Property Law, and Court of Protection matters.
- We provide transparent, competitive fees with no hidden charges.
- Our solicitors combine local market knowledge with national-level legal proficiency.
- We prioritise client care through a personalised, jargon-free approach to legal services.
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA)
- Notaries Society
What people say
Quick, efficient, informative
Exceptionally good service
Highly recommend
Professional, efficient, responsive
Stress-free process
Services
Residential Property
We guide clients through residential property transactions, including purchases, sales, remortgaging, and new builds. Our team ensures clear legal processes, handles title registrations, and manages equity transfers. With local market expertise, we simplify complex procedures for first-time buyers, sellers, and investors, ensuring smooth transactions from offer to completion.
Wills & Trusts
Our solicitors help clients create legally sound Wills and establish trusts to protect assets and plan inheritances. We provide tailored advice on Inheritance Tax mitigation, Deeds of Variation, and estate administration. By combining technical expertise with compassionate guidance, we ensure clients' wishes are respected while reducing future family disputes.
Court of Protection
We assist families in managing affairs for loved ones lacking mental capacity. Services include Power of Attorney creation, Deputyship applications, and ongoing support for court-appointed deputies. Our approach balances legal compliance with empathetic advice, ensuring vulnerable individuals' interests are protected through transparent decision-making processes.
Dispute Resolution
Our team resolves inheritance disputes, executor conflicts, and commercial disagreements through negotiation and mediation. We offer alternative dispute resolution to avoid court proceedings where possible, focusing on preserving relationships while achieving fair outcomes. With extensive experience in contentious probate cases, we protect clients' interests through strategic legal representation.
Notary Services
Led by Notary Public Alex Jennings, we authenticate documents for international use, including property transactions and legal agreements. Our services meet global standards through identity verification, document certification, and legalisation. Clients benefit from efficient processing, competitive hourly rates, and expertise in cross-border legal requirements, ensuring documents are accepted worldwide.
People
Alex Jennings
Notary Public & Solicitor
A qualified Notary Public with a postgraduate diploma from the University of Cambridge, Alex specialises in international document certification. With over two decades of legal experience, she provides efficient, competitively priced notary services while maintaining membership in the Notaries Society.
Olivia
Residential Conveyancing Solicitor
Olivia excels in managing complex property transactions, including Help to Buy schemes and leasehold sales. Known for prompt communication and stress-free client support, she handles intricate chains with professionalism, ensuring smooth processes for first-time sellers and experienced property owners alike.
Nathan
Property Solicitor
Nathan specialises in residential property transactions, praised for his responsiveness and efficiency in house purchases. He maintains clear client communication throughout the conveyancing process, ensuring timely completions while addressing queries promptly to maintain transactional clarity for buyers.
Roz
Court of Protection Specialist
Roz supports families through Deputyship applications and capacity-related legal matters. Her approach combines professional expertise with empathetic guidance, helping clients navigate court processes while maintaining supportive communication throughout the often-stressful application period for vulnerable individuals' care arrangements.
Questions
What areas do Heppenstalls Solicitors Solicitors cover?
We primarily serve the New Forest area, including Lymington, New Milton, and surrounding Hampshire regions, providing legal services to local and national clients.
Do you offer fixed-fee legal services?
Yes, we provide competitive fixed fees for conveyancing and many legal services with full cost transparency from the outset, ensuring no hidden charges.
Can you assist with international document notarisation?
Our Notary Public, Alex Jennings, certifies documents for global use, including property transactions and legal agreements requiring authentication for foreign jurisdictions.
How does your Court of Protection service work?
We guide families through Deputyship applications and capacity planning, creating Power of Attorney arrangements while providing ongoing support for managing vulnerable individuals' affairs.
What property transaction experience do you have?
Our team handles residential and commercial property matters, including new builds, buy-to-let portfolios, and auction purchases, with expertise in complex chain management.
How can I contest a Will?
We assist clients in challenging Wills through probate disputes, providing legal representation for validity claims or inadequate provision cases within statutory time limits.
