Business Details
43 Years
experience
Trusted Legal Services in Northumberland
Established in 1983, Carr & Co Solicitors & Co Solicitors has built a reputation as a leading legal practice in Northumberland with offices in Blyth and Morpeth. Our team of accredited legal professionals specialises in conveyancing, wills, probate, employment law, and civil disputes, delivering tailored solutions to both individuals and businesses. We hold the prestigious Lexcel Practice Management Accreditation from the Law Society, placing us among the top 5% of law firms in the UK.Our approach prioritises client needs, offering straightforward advice without legal jargon, fixed fee structures, and flexible appointment options including home visits and virtual consultations. With dedicated specialists in key areas such as Inheritance Act claims and Court of Protection matters, we combine decades of local expertise with national regulatory compliance to ensure exceptional service delivery.
Services
Wills and Probate
Conveyancing
Powers of Attorney
Employment Law
Civil Disputes
Inheritance Act Claims
Commercial Leases
Advice for Businesses
Court of Protection
Elderly Care Planning
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We provide simple, straightforward legal advice without complex jargon
- Our services rival city centre firms at more accessible, cost-effective rates
- We offer flexible appointments including home visits and virtual consultations
- We guarantee transparent fixed-fee pricing structures
- We provide direct communication with dedicated solicitors and support teams
Associations and certifications
- Lexcel Practice Management Accreditation
- Law Society quality accreditations in Conveyancing
- Law Society quality accreditations in Wills
What people say
Excellent service
Professional and helpful
Quick responses
Highly recommend
Competitive costs
Services
Conveyancing
Carr & Co Solicitors & Co Solicitors provide expert conveyancing services for residential and commercial property transactions. Our ESTAS award-winning team handles purchases, sales, remortgages, and lease extensions with transparent fixed fees. We ensure smooth property transfers through dedicated local conveyancers regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority.
Wills and Probate
We offer comprehensive wills and probate services including will drafting, inheritance tax planning, and estate administration. Our specialists provide free will reviews every three years and secure lifetime storage. Probate fees range from 2,000 to 12,000 with clear cost structures based on estate complexity.
Powers of Attorney
Our team assists with creating Lasting Powers of Attorney for property, financial affairs, and personal welfare. We guide clients through attorney appointment processes and offer document reviews to ensure ongoing validity and client satisfaction.
Employment Law
We represent employers and employees in employment law matters including contracts, disciplinary procedures, and tribunal representation. Hourly rates from 185 to 290 include expert advice on unfair dismissal claims and settlement agreements with strict adherence to three-month tribunal time limits.
Civil Disputes
Our civil dispute specialists handle neighbour disputes, contract disagreements, and debt recovery cases. We operate across County Courts and High Courts with emphasis on amicable resolutions while maintaining capability for contested proceedings when necessary.
Questions
What areas of law does Carr & Co Solicitors & Co Solicitors & Co Solicitors specialise in?
We specialise in conveyancing, wills and probate, powers of attorney, employment law, civil disputes, and business legal services across Northumberland.
Are your legal fees transparent and fixed?
Yes, we offer transparent fixed-fee structures for most services including conveyancing and wills, with clear cost ranges provided before work commences.
Do you offer home visits or virtual consultations?
Yes, we provide flexible appointment options including home visits and virtual consultations via Skype, Zoom, or Teams for client convenience.
How are you qualified to handle probate matters?
Our probate team holds Law Society Wills quality accreditation with fees ranging from £2,000 to £12,000 plus VAT, depending on estate complexity.
Can you assist with commercial property matters?
Yes, we handle commercial leases and property transactions with dedicated local conveyancers and competitive fixed-fee pricing structures.
