Business Details
Your Trusted Solicitors in Suffolk
Wayman & Long, established in 1840, is a long-standing law firm rooted in Suffolk with offices in Sudbury and Clare. Our dedicated team of solicitors provides expert legal guidance across a range of specialisms, including conveyancing, family law, personal injury, and rural affairs. We prioritise a personal approach, assigning a dedicated solicitor to each client to ensure continuity and familiarity throughout legal processes. As a traditional high street firm regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA), we combine local knowledge with professional expertise to deliver tailored solutions.Our services cater to both domestic and commercial clients, with transparent pricing structures and a commitment to accessible, compassionate support. With over 180 years of experience serving Suffolk communities, we maintain a reputation for reliability, ethical practice, and client-focused service.
Services
Conveyancing
Family Law
Probate Services
Personal Injury
Property Disputes
Wills & Estates
Rural Affairs
Litigation
Highlights and features
- We offer local expertise with over 180 years of service in Suffolk
- Our dedicated solicitors provide continuity throughout your case
- Transparent fixed-fee pricing structures for key services
- Full-service legal support across 8 specialism areas
- SRA-regulated practice ensuring professional standards
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA)
What people say
Friendly and professional service
Effortless resolution to needs
Highly professional team
Compassionate representation
Excellent communication
Services
Conveyancing
Our conveyancing services cover residential and commercial property transactions with fixed-fee pricing. We handle sales, purchases, and remortgages while maintaining transparent communication throughout the process. Our solicitors ensure smooth transactions through dedicated case management and local authority expertise.
Family Law
We provide compassionate family law support including divorce proceedings, child arrangements, and mediation services. Our solicitors prioritise amicable resolutions while protecting client interests in complex family matters across Suffolk.
Probate Services
Specialist probate and estate administration services with transparent pricing structures. We assist executors with grant applications, asset distribution, and inheritance tax planning while offering will drafting and lasting powers of attorney.
Personal Injury
We represent clients in personal injury claims covering road accidents, workplace injuries, and medical negligence. Our solicitors negotiate fair compensation for damages while providing dedicated support through complex legal processes.
Property Disputes
Expert resolution for property boundary disputes, landlord-tenant conflicts, and planning permission issues. Our solicitors combine legal expertise with practical solutions to protect property rights across Suffolk.
People
Stephen Whiskin
Partner
With over a decade at Wayman & Long, Stephen brings auction house experience to his role as chief accountant. He focuses on financial integrity while maintaining the firm's commitment to accessible legal services for Suffolk residents.
Phillip Povey
Partner
As Compliance Officer with 15+ years in legal practice, Phil oversees private client and conveyancing departments. His Midlands background informs a balanced approach to property and family law matters across Suffolk.
Nigel Gowling
Barrister
Specialising in litigation and agricultural law, Nigel contributes 20+ years of barrister experience. His national practice focuses on resolving complex disputes while maintaining strong local community connections.
Bradley Giles
Solicitor
Qualified since 2019, Bradley handles conveyancing and family law with particular expertise in divorce proceedings. His academic achievements support practical legal solutions for clients across Suffolk.
Verity Knights
Trainee Solicitor
Specialising in family law and wills, Verity combines postgraduate legal qualifications with practical experience from law clinics. Her approach balances empathy with technical expertise in client matters.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We specialise in conveyancing, family law, probate, personal injury, property disputes, and rural affairs across Suffolk.
Are your prices transparent?
Yes, we use fixed-fee pricing for key services with no hidden charges as detailed in our downloadable fee guides.
How long have you served Suffolk?
Since 1840, providing continuous legal services from our Sudbury and Clare offices.
Do you offer local expertise?
Yes, our solicitors combine national qualifications with deep understanding of Suffolk's specific legal needs.
How are cases managed?
Each client receives a dedicated solicitor for continuity throughout their case from start to finish.
Are you SRA regulated?
Yes, we maintain full Solicitors Regulation Authority accreditation as required for legal practice.
