E J Winter & Son

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50+ Years

experience

Trusted Property and Family Law Solicitors in Reading & Bracknell

E J Winter & Son has been delivering exceptional legal services since 1927, specialising in property law, family law, wills, and probate. Our firm combines decades of experience with a client-centric approach, ensuring tailored solutions for both private individuals and businesses across England and Wales. Accredited by the Law Society Conveyancing Quality Scheme and Resolution, we prioritise transparency, fixed fees, and proactive communication. Our team of solicitors and licensed conveyancers, including industry-recognised experts like Paul Kilshaw and Christopher Mardell, guarantees timely service for new-build conveyancing and complex family law matters. With offices in Reading and Bracknell, we serve clients nationwide while maintaining a personal touch.

Our commitment to reducing overheads through technology allows us to offer competitive pricing without compromising quality. We handle over 2,000 new home transactions annually and provide free initial consultations for probate and divorce cases. Client testimonials highlight our reliability, expertise, and dedication to resolving legal challenges efficiently. By focusing on substance over form, we ensure clients receive straightforward advice and exceptional value. Our environmental initiatives and UK-based operations further distinguish us in an increasingly digital legal landscape.

Services

Conveyancing Family Law Wills Probate New Build Homes Shared Ownership Lease Extensions Buy to Let Commercial Property Powers of Attorney

Details

Year established: 1927

Highlights and features

We guarantee to meet your reservation deadline for new build purchases
Our team includes solicitors with over 20 years' experience in property law
We offer fixed fees with no hidden charges for all legal services
We provide free initial consultations for probate and family law matters
Our UK-based solicitors combine traditional service with modern technology

Associations and certifications

Law Society Conveyancing Quality Scheme
Law Society Wills and Inheritance Scheme
Resolution (Family Law)

What people say

Excellent service Highly recommended Stress-free process Expert knowledge Timely delivery

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Services

Conveyancing

We provide comprehensive residential and commercial conveyancing services, specialising in new build transactions, shared ownership, and lease extensions. Our solicitors ensure smooth property transfers with guaranteed deadlines and fixed fees. With over 2,000 new home transactions annually, we combine technical expertise with exceptional client service.

Family Law

Our family law team handles divorce, separation, child arrangements, and financial settlements. We offer free initial consultations and use collaborative law to resolve disputes amicably. Accredited mediators help clients achieve outcomes that protect family interests while minimising emotional stress and legal costs.

Wills

We draft simple and complex wills to ensure your assets are distributed according to your wishes. Our services include inheritance tax planning, trusts for vulnerable beneficiaries, and lasting powers of attorney. As members of the Law Society Wills and Inheritance Scheme, we guarantee professional standards.

Probate

We assist executors with probate applications, tax returns, and estate administration. Our fixed-fee service includes asset collection, debt settlement, and distribution according to wills or intestacy rules. We provide free initial guidance to help families navigate the probate process efficiently.

New Build Homes

Specialising in new build conveyancing, we act exclusively for buyers to ensure timely exchanges before reservation deadlines. Our solicitors review complex developer contracts and negotiate terms. We offer discounted fees for recommended buyers and guarantee no extra charges if transactions fail before exchange.

People

Christopher Mardell

Managing Partner

Admitted as a solicitor in 2018, Christopher specialises in new-build conveyancing and commercial property transactions. He combines professional expertise with a personal approach, focusing on client outcomes. A history enthusiast and sports lover, he leads our Reading office team.

Paul Kilshaw

Senior Partner

With over 20 years' experience, Paul is a leading residential property solicitor. He specialises in new houses, re-sale properties, and shared ownership. Recognised for efficiency and friendly service, he heads our property investment legal team and advises on portfolio building strategies.

Cheryl Brabon

Partner

A licensed conveyancer for over 20 years, Cheryl manages all re-sale conveyancing transactions. With a reputation for exceptional customer service, she has worked at E J Winter for over four decades. Her expertise ensures smooth property transfers for first-time buyers and investors.

Martin Chandler

Partner

Admitted in 1985, Martin leads our Wills and Probate department. Specialising in elderly client law, he provides compassionate guidance on estate planning. A published cricket historian, he offers free initial probate consultations and ensures efficient estate administration.

Stuart Hyden

Partner

A private client solicitor since 2009, Stuart specialises in Wills and Probate with a compassionate approach. He assists families in Windsor, Bracknell, and Ascot, focusing on personal needs over profit. His expertise includes complex estate settlements and vulnerable beneficiary provisions.

Questions

What areas do you cover for property transactions?

We operate nationwide across England and Wales from our Reading and Bracknell offices, handling property matters in all major cities and rural areas.

Do you offer fixed fee conveyancing services?

Yes, we provide competitive fixed fees with no hidden charges for all conveyancing services, including new builds, re-sales, and lease extensions.

Can you help with urgent new build purchases?

We guarantee to meet your reservation deadline for new build properties, offering same-day document turnaround and 24/7 client support.

What family law services do you provide?

We handle divorce, separation, child arrangements, financial settlements, and pre-nuptial agreements using collaborative law and mediation approaches.

Do you offer free initial legal consultations?

Yes, we provide free no-obligation consultations for probate matters, divorce cases, and will drafting to discuss your specific requirements.

How do you handle international property clients?

Our multilingual team, including Mandarin and Cantonese-speaking solicitors, assists overseas buyers and sellers with UK property transactions and legal requirements.

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Connor Dawson

Jan 05, 2022 Report

Can not recommend EJ Winter & Son enough! Christopher and the team were amazing, especially Robert who was constantly on the case for our home move. Robert always kept us updated, constantly chased things for us and was always able to get a hold of/communicate with. Will have no hesitation in recommending these moving forward, as well as ourselves for any future work.

Nuno Andre Nunes

Dec 27, 2021 Report

As first time buyers, we had plenty of questions and so much stress moving in to out new home. E J Winter helped us everytime we needed, allowing us to move before the 10 days notice, and always on the top of the matters. Christopher and Robert prompt replied to us everytime needed, by email or phone call, ensuring we knew what to do at any time. We would recommend them to everyone in need of a solicitor.

Lacey Read

Dec 21, 2021 Report

Absolutely faultless. As a first-time buyer of a challenging development, I found EJ Winter & Son (in particular Holly) to be an absolute life raft. They supported me whenever I had questions about the process, and I never doubted they had my best interests at heart. I felt absolutely protected by them and their attention to detail was incomparable. I would recommend these solicitors to everyone!

Simmy Ghatt

Dec 21, 2021 Report

Absolute pleasure to work with and the team have been brilliant in helping me with buying my first property. From initial quotation to completion (with an extended buying process in between) everyone has been so helpful answering any questions I have, doing my HTB ISA application and claim for me, liaising with my broker and agents for me and keeping me informed of all the steps along the way. A huge thank you to Holly, Olivia, Liam & the rest of the team for helping me and would definitely recommend anyone looking for a new build solicitor to work with yourselves! You've been brilliant :)

Phil Waghorn

Dec 19, 2021 Report

Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Had a great experience. Had to change solicitor to sell my house over the Christmas period, while I was also out the country in the USA. Extremely responsive and got everything through in a short deadline. Highly recommend. Great customer service.

Amit Singh

Nov 23, 2021 Report

Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness
E J Winters team was great they helped us purchasing our house. Team was very responsive and supported through clarifying questions. Easy to connect - we had numerous calls. Best part was focus on sustainability - we were asked to sign only the key pages that are essential, so no wastage of paper.

Mayce Alyousif

Nov 20, 2021 Report

Positive:Professionalism,Responsiveness
EJ Winter have been excellent at ensuring a smooth and seamless purchasing transaction. They are very helpful, efficient and super fast at responding to emails. Would highly recommend.