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Your Trusted Legal Partner in Tunbridge Wells
Established in 1994, Knights Solicitors has built a reputation as a trusted legal practice based in Tunbridge Wells, Kent. Our team, led by Matthew Knight, combines over 25 years of experience with a commitment to delivering tailored legal solutions. Ranked in both Legal 500 and Chambers UK, we specialise in public law, planning, property litigation, criminal and regulatory matters, employment law, and agricultural disputes. Our client-centric approach serves private individuals, public bodies, commercial entities, and not-for-profit organisations, with a focus on achieving optimal outcomes through litigation and advisory services.We maintain a strong tradition of publishing authoritative legal materials and providing training to aspiring professionals. Our practice extends to complex cases requiring appearances in the High Court, County Courts, and specialist tribunals. With a deep understanding of rural and urban legal challenges, we offer strategic guidance informed by extensive expertise in land use, regulatory compliance, and dispute resolution. Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through our track record of successful representations in compulsory purchase schemes, judicial reviews, and high-profile agricultural and equestrian cases.
Services
Criminal and Regulatory Services
Dispute Resolution
Employment Law
Property Litigation
Public and Administrative Law
Agricultural Disputes
Planning Applications
Professional Negligence Claims
Equestrian Legal Issues
Motoring Offences
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years' experience in rural and urban legal matters
- Ranked in both Legal 500 and Chambers UK directories
- Specialist expertise in compulsory purchase and public access disputes
- Offer limited free services to affiliated organisations' members
- Publish authoritative legal materials for client education
Associations and certifications
- Legal 500
- Chambers UK
Services
Criminal and Regulatory Services
We specialise in defending clients facing serious criminal allegations, particularly in agricultural and regulatory matters. Our team provides dedicated representation in courts and tribunals, focusing on achieving favourable outcomes through strategic defence strategies. With particular expertise in environmental prosecutions and animal welfare cases, we represent clients throughout England and Wales.
Planning Applications
Our planning law specialists advise on all aspects of development, from initial applications to judicial reviews. We represent clients in disputes concerning enforcement notices, certificates of lawful use, and environmental impact assessments. With particular experience in farm diversification projects and rural development, we offer comprehensive planning law solutions.
Property Litigation
We handle complex property disputes involving freehold ownership, easements, restrictive covenants, and adverse possession claims. Our expertise extends to leasehold matters, dilapidations, and possession proceedings. With specialist knowledge of heritage property regulations and land use conflicts, we provide strategic litigation support in both residential and commercial contexts.
Employment Law
Our employment law team advises on contracts, redundancies, and tribunal claims. We specialise in defending restrictive covenant disputes and providing HR compliance services. With experience in both contentious and non-contentious employment matters, we offer practical solutions for employers and employees across various sectors.
Public and Administrative Law
We represent clients in judicial reviews and public law challenges concerning land use, electoral processes, and regulatory compliance. Our expertise includes advising regulatory bodies on constitutional arrangements and representing clients in disputes involving highway authorities and environmental legislation.
People
Matthew Knight
Principal Solicitor
With over 25 years' experience, Matthew Knight leads our practice in public law and agricultural disputes. He specialises in compulsory purchase schemes and rural land management issues. His expertise extends to equestrian legal matters and professional negligence claims.
Richard Atkins
Associate Solicitor
Richard Atkins focuses on motoring offences and regulatory compliance. He provides specialist advice on driving-related legal matters across Kent and East Sussex. His practice includes representing clients in points accumulation cases and driving bans.
Colette Chapman
Legal Professional
Colette Chapman contributes to our employment law and charity sector work. She advises on HR compliance and organisational restructuring. Her expertise includes drafting employment contracts and advising on ACAS code compliance.
Evie Green
Legal Team Member
Evie Green supports our property litigation and planning law practices. She assists with boundary disputes, easement claims, and development applications. Her work includes preparing cases for tribunal appearances and court proceedings.
Anna Crew
Legal Professional
Anna Crew contributes to our agricultural and regulatory law practices. She advises on environmental compliance and represents clients in animal welfare prosecutions. Her expertise includes advising farming clients on statutory obligations.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We specialise in public law, planning disputes, property litigation, criminal regulatory matters, employment law, and agricultural disputes.
How experienced is your legal team?
Our team has over 25 years' experience, with specialists ranked in Legal 500 and Chambers UK directories.
Which geographical areas do you cover?
We operate throughout Kent, East Sussex, and Oxfordshire, with court representation across England and Wales.
Do you offer fixed fee legal services?
We provide competitive pricing with transparent fee structures. Specific costs depend on case complexity and required services.
Are emergency legal consultations available?
Yes, we offer out-of-hours appointments for urgent legal matters requiring immediate attention.
Reviews (4)
Phillip Holden
Dec 03, 2020
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Not for the posh/pretentious, great for outdoorsy types. One tap, one "ondoor' toilet, HUGE outdoor toilet. Camp fires allowed as long as crops pose any risk.. if you are not sure just ask.
Bean & Crumb
Jul 04, 2020
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Absolutely awful solicitors. I instructed them and was given 4 different people to deal with over the course of the instruction. They asked overly personal questions that they didnt need to and were very unprofessional. When emailing them, they hadnt responded after 7 days and when I complained they said they had more important tasks to deal with. Unbelievable. Avoid at all costs!!
Alan Theobald
May 25, 2020
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Excellent service, very thorough on everything they do and keep you informed at every stage of the process.
Josh Latter
Nov 14, 2019
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Brilliant company, Highly recommended!!!! Very knowledgeable,helpful, good communication, understanding, i also won every case i have had using these.
