Business Details
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Rotherham
Established over 30 years ago, Walker Solicitors has been dedicated to providing accessible, high-quality legal services to individuals and businesses in Rotherham and surrounding areas. Our practice covers a comprehensive range of legal disciplines, including family law, housing and property, employment law, wills and probate, and commercial matters. We pride ourselves on combining deep local knowledge with rigorous professional standards, having successfully completed the Law Society's Lexcel accreditation for excellence in client care and case management. Our team of experienced solicitors and licensed conveyancers delivers tailored advice, supported by a commitment to transparency through fixed-fee consultations and clear pricing structures.We prioritise proactive legal solutions to prevent disputes while maintaining robust representation in court or tribunal when required. Our client-centric approach ensures that every matter receives personalised attention, with services available both in-office and remotely to accommodate modern needs. As a firm regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA 615605), we uphold the highest ethical standards while maintaining flexibility to adapt to evolving client requirements.
Services
Family Law
Housing and Property
Employment Law
Wills and Probate
Commercial Law
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of combined legal expertise serving Rotherham communities
- Lexcel-accredited practice demonstrating exceptional client care standards
- Free initial half-hour consultation for all new enquiries
- Specialist solicitors in family law, property and commercial matters
- Transparent pricing structures with no hidden fees
Associations and certifications
- Lexcel
Services
Family Law
Our family law specialists handle divorce, separation, cohabitation disputes and child arrangements with sensitivity and expertise. We provide legally sound advice while prioritising emotional wellbeing, offering support through court proceedings or alternative dispute resolution. Clients benefit from our Resolution accreditation and ongoing legal aid availability for eligible cases.
Housing and Property
We manage residential and commercial property transactions with clear timelines and fixed-fee structures. Our services include purchases, sales, remortgaging, and leasehold advice, supported by experienced licensed conveyancers. We specialise in auction property legal packs and complex transactions like SIPPs and option agreements.
Wills and Probate
Our solicitors create legally robust wills and manage probate processes with compassionate guidance. We offer lasting powers of attorney, trust planning, and inheritance tax advice while explaining complex matters in plain language. Documents can be securely stored with our safekeeping service.
Commercial Law
We support businesses with company formation, contract drafting, lease agreements and dispute resolution. Our services cover mergers, shareholder agreements and commercial property transactions, combining legal expertise with practical commercial understanding to protect business interests.
Employment Law
We advise employees on settlement agreements and workplace disputes while supporting employers with contract creation and HR policy development. Our approach balances legal compliance with practical business considerations for both individuals and organisations.
People
Catherine Burns
Director / Solicitor Supervisor
Family law specialist with Resolution accreditation in domestic violence and private law. Provides empathetic yet efficient legal solutions for divorce, separation and child arrangements while maintaining accessibility through flexible appointment times.
Paul Dalowsky
Director / Solicitor Supervisor
Residential and commercial property expert with 13 years' partnership experience. Specialises in fast-track transactions and complex conveyancing matters while maintaining a client-focused approach to property purchases and sales.
Ruth Hall
Solicitor
Probate and wills specialist with 30+ years' legal experience. Provides compassionate guidance through estate administration while offering practical employment law advice for settlement agreements and workplace disputes.
Rachel Harris
Licensed Conveyancer
Qualified licensed conveyancer with 10+ years' experience handling residential property transactions. Specialises in sales, purchases and remortgaging while contributing to the team's collaborative approach to property law.
Questions
What areas of law does Walker & Co Solicitors specialise in?
We specialise in family law, housing and property, employment law, wills and probate, and commercial legal matters.
Do you offer free initial legal consultations?
Yes, we provide a free half-hour initial consultation to assess your circumstances and explain potential costs.
What is Lexcel accreditation?
Lexcel is the Law Society's practice management standard recognising excellence in client care and case management processes.
Do you serve clients outside Rotherham?
While based in Rotherham, we assist clients across South Yorkshire and accept instructions nationally for certain legal matters.
