Business Details
43 Years
experience
Trusted Legal Services in Nottingham
Established in 1983, Nelsons Law has built a reputation as a leading law firm in the East Midlands, with offices in Derby, Leicester, Nottingham, and London. Our team of experienced legal professionals provides tailored advice and representation across a comprehensive range of practice areas, including family law, personal injury, corporate services, and property disputes. Accredited by Lexcel, we prioritise client-centric service delivery, combining local expertise with national standards of excellence. Our commitment to innovation is demonstrated through our adoption of Alternative Business Structure status in 2014, allowing non-solicitors to hold partnership roles.With over 40 years of experience, we serve both individual and business clients, maintaining strong local connections while operating as part of the Lawfront Group national network. Our awards and recognitions in The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners reflect our dedication to quality legal services. We maintain transparent communication throughout all cases, ensuring clients understand their options while benefiting from our extensive legal knowledge and practical solutions.
Services
Family Law
Personal Injury Claims
Corporate Legal Services
Property Disputes
Wills & Probate
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- Over 40 years' experience in legal services
- Lexcel-accredited quality management system
- Client-centric approach with transparent communication
- Experienced team across multiple practice areas
- Part of national Lawfront Group network
Associations and certifications
- Lexcel
- Lawfront Group
What people say
Responsive and pragmatic service
Professional and understanding team
Compassionate and dedicated approach
Timely solutions to legal matters
Exemplary client support
Services
Family Law
Our family law specialists provide sensitive guidance through divorce proceedings, child arrangements, and domestic disputes. With expertise in mediation and court representation, we prioritise client welfare while maintaining transparent communication throughout the legal process. Our team handles complex financial settlements and child custody matters with professional discretion.
Personal Injury Claims
Specialising in no-win-no-fee personal injury claims, we represent clients in road traffic accidents, workplace injuries, and medical negligence cases. Our experienced solicitors secure compensation for spinal injuries, amputations, and fatal accidents while providing compassionate support throughout the claims process.
Corporate Legal Services
We advise businesses on mergers, acquisitions, and corporate governance matters. Our services include shareholder agreements, restructuring support, and commercial contract drafting. With expertise in employment law and debt recovery, we provide comprehensive legal solutions for business operations and disputes.
Property Disputes
Handling residential and commercial property disputes, we specialise in landlord-tenant conflicts, service charge disagreements, and lease renewals. Our team provides strategic resolution for forfeiture cases and commercial rent reviews while maintaining client interests throughout property litigation processes.
Wills & Probate
Our probate specialists assist with will creation, lasting powers of attorney, and inheritance tax planning. We offer compassionate guidance through estate administration and contentious probate matters, ensuring clients' wishes are legally protected while minimising family disputes.
People
Stewart Vandermark
Chief Executive & Solicitor
Leading Nelsons' strategic direction with extensive legal sector leadership experience, Stewart combines commercial acumen with hands-on legal expertise to drive service excellence across all practice areas.
Tim Hastings
Chairman & Solicitor
As founding partner, Tim provides strategic oversight while maintaining active involvement in complex legal cases, ensuring the firm retains its original commitment to client-focused legal excellence.
Daniel Brumpton
Partner & Solicitor
Specialising in commercial property law, Daniel leads major transactions while mentoring junior solicitors, combining technical expertise with practical business understanding to deliver client-focused solutions.
Kevin Modiri
Partner & Solicitor
Head of civil litigation, Kevin specialises in complex disputes with particular focus on professional negligence claims, bringing strategic courtroom experience and negotiation skills to achieve optimal client outcomes.
Melanie Bridgen
Partner & Solicitor
Recognised family law specialist with extensive mediation experience, Melanie provides compassionate yet pragmatic guidance through divorce proceedings and child arrangement disputes, maintaining strong client advocacy throughout.
Questions
What areas of law does Nelsons Solicitors specialise in?
We specialise in family law, personal injury claims, corporate legal services, property disputes, and wills & probate matters, with additional expertise in employment law and medical negligence cases.
Do you offer no-win-no-fee arrangements?
Yes, we offer no-win-no-fee options for personal injury and medical negligence claims, ensuring access to justice without financial risk for eligible clients.
Are your legal services available outside the East Midlands?
While based in the East Midlands, our Lawfront Group affiliation enables us to provide nationwide legal services through strategic partnerships with regional law firms.
What accreditations does Nelsons hold?
We maintain Lexcel accreditation for quality management and operate as part of the Lawfront Group national network, ensuring adherence to the highest professional standards.
How do you handle complex legal disputes?
Our experienced litigation team employs strategic approaches combining negotiation, mediation, and courtroom expertise to resolve complex disputes efficiently while protecting client interests.
