Business Details
Trusted Legal Services in Kingston upon Thames
Sherwood Wheatley is a long-established law firm in Kingston upon Thames, Surrey, dedicated to providing comprehensive legal services to individuals and businesses. Our practice combines decades of experience with a client-focused approach, ensuring direct access to solicitors who handle cases personally. We specialise in family law, conveyancing, litigation, wills, and employment law, with a commitment to achieving optimal outcomes through tailored legal strategies. Our team includes Resolution-accredited specialists and professionals with extensive expertise in areas such as inheritance disputes, property transactions, and commercial litigation. We prioritise clear communication, avoiding legal jargon to ensure clients fully understand their options. With a history dating back to the 1800s, our firm maintains a reputation for integrity, professionalism, and results-driven representation.We offer a sympathetic yet efficient service for probate matters, guiding clients through complex estate administration. Our litigation department focuses on resolving disputes amicably while being prepared to advocate robustly in court when necessary. We serve clients across Kingston upon Thames and surrounding areas, combining traditional values with modern legal practices. Our fee structure reflects the complexity and value of each case, with transparent cost discussions available upon request. As a firm regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, we uphold the highest standards of legal practice and client care.
Services
Wills
Employment Law
Family Law
Litigation Services
Residential Conveyancing
Commercial Property
Highlights and features
- We provide direct access to specialist solicitors with decades of combined experience.
- Our team includes Resolution-accredited family law specialists committed to non-confrontational dispute resolution.
- We offer tailored legal strategies for complex matters including high-net-worth divorces and inheritance disputes.
- Our probate department combines sympathetic support with efficient estate administration expertise.
- We maintain transparent fee structures and provide competitive quotes for all services.
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
What people say
Expert legal guidance
Personalised service
Effective dispute resolution
Knowledgeable solicitors
Timely responses
Services
Family Law
Our family law specialists handle divorce proceedings, financial settlements, and child custody arrangements with sensitivity and expertise. We focus on minimising conflict through negotiation while providing robust court representation when necessary. Our services include pre-nuptial agreements, cohabitation disputes, and applications for child relocation abroad.
Residential Conveyancing
We provide comprehensive conveyancing services for property purchases, sales, and remortgages. Our expertise covers leasehold enfranchisement, equity release schemes, and new build acquisitions. We ensure efficient transactions with clear communication throughout the process.
Wills & Probate
Our wills and probate services include drafting legally sound wills, administering estates, and resolving inheritance disputes. We offer lasting powers of attorney and tax planning advice to protect assets and ensure client wishes are fulfilled.
Commercial Property
We advise on commercial property transactions including sales, purchases, and lease renewals. Our services cover landlord and tenant matters, planning issues, and development land acquisitions. We provide tailored documentation and court application support for commercial property disputes.
Litigation Services
Our litigation team handles contractual disputes, property conflicts, and personal injury claims. We prioritise amicable resolutions through mediation while maintaining readiness for court action. Specialisms include leasehold enfranchisement disputes and debt recovery matters.
People
David S Hawkins
Partner
Qualified in 1983, David specialises in family law, commercial disputes, and civil litigation. He is a Resolution Accredited Family Law Specialist with expertise in divorce settlements and international child relocation cases.
Richard Andrews
Partner
With 1984 qualifications, Richard focuses on residential and commercial conveyancing. He handles high-value property transactions, lease extensions, and business lease renewals with extensive experience in property law.
Rachael Hough
Partner
Qualified in 1993, Rachael specialises in family law and wills. As a Resolution member, she prioritises non-confrontational approaches to divorce settlements, child custody matters, and cohabitation disputes.
Alix Dorrington-Ward
Senior Solicitor
Qualified in 1979, Alix advises on wills, probate, and property transactions. She provides expert guidance on estate administration, lasting powers of attorney, and tax planning for elderly clients.
Questions
What areas of law does Sherwood Wheatley specialise in?
We specialise in family law, conveyancing, wills and probate, commercial property, and litigation services.
Do you offer home visits for elderly clients?
Yes, we provide home visits for clients requiring assistance with wills, lasting powers of attorney, or probate matters.
How are your legal fees structured?
Fees vary by case complexity. We provide transparent cost estimates and discuss payment options before commencing work.
Can you handle international family law cases?
Yes, our family law team has experience in cross-border disputes, including child relocation and international divorce settlements.
Do you provide commercial lease advice for businesses?
Yes, we offer comprehensive commercial lease services including renewals, rent reviews, and court applications.
Reviews (3)
James Roland
Jan 27, 2021
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We recently had the pleasure of working with Jilna Amin, our client's sale was managed with efficiency throughout, at each stage of the process Jilna acted quickly and professionally to ensure the timesframes were met. We greatly appreciated her support and will have no hesitation in recommending her in the future.
Duncan Smith
Oct 15, 2020
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Worked with Jilna Amin at Sherwood and she was superb with a very complex sale including a difficult lease extension. Would always recommend
Sue Stevenson
Jun 03, 2016
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Rachel at Sherwood Wheatley prepared my Will. She was very efficient and capable, I would thoroughly recommend.
