Business Details
18 Years
experience
Trusted Legal Services in Rickmansworth
Established in 2008 during the financial crisis, Archer Rusby has grown into a respected legal practice serving individuals and businesses. Our team of dedicated lawyers and support staff specialise in residential and commercial property transactions, business sales and acquisitions, and private client services including wills, trusts, and probate. Based in Rickmansworth, we prioritise building long-term client relationships through consistent, transparent legal guidance. Our conveyancing team is accredited by the Law Society's Conveyancing Quality Scheme and works with major mortgage lenders to ensure smooth property transactions.We maintain strong partnerships with estate agents, surveyors, and financial advisors while providing tailored legal solutions for both first-time buyers and experienced investors. Our commercial expertise spans property development and business restructuring, supported by professionals with decades of combined legal experience. We pride ourselves on accessible communication and stress-free service delivery across all areas of practice.
Services
Residential Conveyancing
Commercial Property
Property Development
Business Sales
Wills and Probate
Trusts
Lasting Power of Attorney
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We have over 15 years' experience in residential property law
- Our team includes Law Society-accredited conveyancing specialists
- We work directly with all major mortgage lenders
- Our lawyers maintain partnerships with local estate agents and surveyors
- We provide tailored legal solutions for complex property transactions
Associations and certifications
- Law Society's Conveyancing Quality Scheme
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
Services
Residential Conveyancing
We handle all aspects of residential property transactions including freehold and leasehold sales, remortgages, and equity transfers. Our Law Society-accredited team works with major lenders and local professionals to ensure smooth conveyancing. We specialise in auction property transactions and lease extensions while maintaining clear communication throughout the process.
Commercial Property
Our commercial property services cover acquisitions, disposals, and development projects. We advise on complex property transactions including new builds and right-to-buy schemes. The team provides legal support for business premises purchases and commercial lease agreements while maintaining strong relationships with local estate agents and financial advisors.
Wills and Probate
We offer comprehensive will drafting, probate administration, and trust management services. Our specialists handle taxable estates, lifetime planning, and lasting powers of attorney. The team provides tax planning advice and executor support while maintaining a compassionate approach to sensitive family matters.
Business Sales
We facilitate business acquisitions and disposals with legal expertise in corporate restructuring. Our services include due diligence, contract negotiation, and regulatory compliance. We support small business owners through the complete transaction process while ensuring adherence to commercial law requirements.
Lasting Power of Attorney
We specialise in creating lasting powers of attorney for health, welfare, and property decisions. Our team ensures documents meet legal requirements while providing clear guidance on decision-making responsibilities. We offer ongoing support for attorneys and family members involved in estate management.
People
Simon Archer
Director
Qualified solicitor specialising in residential property with over 20 years' experience. Co-founder of Archer Rusby and head of conveyancing. Holds law qualifications from Southampton University and Legal Practice Course. Leads residential team since 2005.
Michele Rusby
Director
Co-founder with commercial law expertise. Qualified solicitor since 2001 after career in London casinos. Specialises in business transactions and commercial property. Partner since 2006 with extensive experience in Buckinghamshire legal market.
Sarah Bull
Solicitor
Private client specialist since 2006. Handles wills, probate, trusts, and tax planning. Experienced executor and trustee advisor. Joined Archer Rusby in 2013 with focus on estate administration and family succession planning.
Richard John
Solicitor
Residential property specialist with 25+ years' experience. Handles complex conveyancing including auction properties and matrimonial transactions. Qualified solicitor since 1998. Focuses on clear communication between clients, agents, and lenders.
Ruth Garland
Solicitor
Probate and estate planning expert since 2015. Handles taxable estates and lifetime tax planning. Specialises in lasting powers of attorney and will drafting. Joined firm in 2016 with 8 years' experience in private client matters.
Questions
What areas do you cover for property transactions?
We primarily serve Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire, and surrounding areas for residential and commercial property transactions.
Are you regulated by any legal authorities?
Yes, we are authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority under number 559715.
Do you offer commercial property legal services?
Yes, we handle commercial property transactions including acquisitions, disposals, and development projects.
Can you assist with wills and probate matters?
Yes, we provide comprehensive will drafting, probate administration, and trust management services.
Are your conveyancers accredited by professional bodies?
Our conveyancing team is accredited by the Law Society's Conveyancing Quality Scheme.
What payment methods do you accept?
Payment method details are available upon request through our main office contact information.
