Business Details
Trusted Legal Services in Godalming
Established in 1831, we are one of the oldest law firms in Godalming, Surrey, with a legacy of providing professional legal advice to businesses and individuals. Our expertise spans conveyancing, company law, employment law, and private client services, supported by memberships in the Law Society's Conveyancing Quality Scheme and the Nationwide Independent Solicitors Group. We pride ourselves on delivering practical, timely advice in straightforward language, with a focus on clear communication and client satisfaction.Our team combines deep local knowledge with the ability to serve national and international clients, maintaining a reputation built on trust and personal recommendations. With over 190 years of continuous operation from our High Street premises, we remain committed to excellence in legal service delivery.
Services
Conveyancing
Lasting Powers of Attorney
Elderly client advice
Co-ownership of property
Employment Law
Business Agreements
Company Law
Lease Extensions
Land Development
Plot Sales
Highlights and features
- We have over 190 years of continuous legal expertise in Godalming
- Our conveyancing team holds Law Society CQS accreditation
- We provide practical commercial advice in straightforward language
- Our private client specialists support vulnerable and elderly clients
- We combine local knowledge with national/international client experience
Associations and certifications
- Law Society's Conveyancing Quality Scheme
- Nationwide Independent Solicitors Group
Services
Conveyancing
We offer comprehensive residential and commercial conveyancing services, including lease extensions and property transactions. Our Law Society CQS-accredited team ensures smooth property transfers with clear communication. With expertise in freehold and leasehold properties, we handle complex conveyancing matters for local, national, and international clients.
Business Agreements
Our commercial law team drafts and reviews business agreements, partnership arrangements, and LLP documentation. We provide practical advice on company law matters, ensuring legal compliance while protecting your commercial interests. Our solicitors have extensive experience in structuring business transactions for SMEs and larger organisations.
Lasting Powers of Attorney
We specialise in creating Lasting Powers of Attorney to protect your future decision-making capacity. Our private client team guides individuals through the legal process with sensitivity, ensuring documents meet Court of Protection requirements while respecting personal circumstances and family dynamics.
Land Development
We advise developers and landowners on residential and commercial development projects, including option agreements and section 106 negotiations. Our solicitors handle infrastructure agreements, overage arrangements, and plot sales for developments ranging from single properties to large-scale housing schemes.
Employment Law
We provide employment law advice for businesses and individuals, covering contracts, disputes, and HR compliance. Our solicitors help employers navigate complex employment legislation while protecting workers' rights through practical, solution-focused legal guidance.
People
Stephen Ball
Solicitor
Specialising in land development and property law, Stephen provides expert legal advice on complex property transactions and development projects across Surrey and the South East.
Nathan Dyke
Solicitor
Nathan focuses on commercial property and business law, delivering practical legal solutions for companies and entrepreneurs requiring clear, commercially-focused legal guidance.
Alison Mouser
Solicitor
Alison specialises in private client matters, including wills, probate, and elderly client advice, providing compassionate legal support during sensitive personal circumstances.
Charles Cantoni
Solicitor
Charles offers expertise in company law and commercial transactions, assisting businesses with legal structures, partnerships, and contractual arrangements to support growth and compliance.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We specialise in conveyancing, business law, employment law, company law, private client services, land development, and plot sales.
How long have you been in business?
We have been providing legal services in Godalming since our establishment in 1831 by Henry Marshall.
Do you offer conveyancing services?
Yes, we offer residential and commercial conveyancing with Law Society CQS accreditation since the scheme's inception.
What makes your firm different?
Our combination of 190+ years' experience, local knowledge, and specialist accreditations enables tailored legal solutions for all clients.
Do you handle commercial property transactions?
Yes, we provide commercial property advice including leases, sales, and development projects across Surrey and beyond.