Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Legal Experts in South London
Established in 1975, we are a dedicated legal practice serving South London with specialist expertise in housing law, personal injury claims, and solicitor negligence. Our firm combines decades of experience with a commitment to personalized service, ensuring clients receive tailored legal solutions from qualified professionals. Recognized in leading directories like Chambers UK and Legal 500, we represent individuals, businesses, and housing associations with a focus on housing disputes, leasehold enfranchisement, and conveyancing. Our team of accredited solicitors prioritizes transparency, returning all client calls promptly and providing clear cost breakdowns.With offices near Lambeth County Court and central London courts, we offer local knowledge and national reach. Over 40 years of operation have solidified our reputation for resolving complex legal matters while maintaining a client-centric approach. Our size allows us to deliver agile, dedicated representation without employing paralegals or unqualified staff. We maintain strong community ties in Kennington and have been repeatedly recommended for excellence in tenant and landlord law. Our legal professionals hold memberships in prestigious organizations including the Housing Law Practitioners Association and the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers.
Services
Housing Law
Personal Injury Claims
Solicitor Negligence
Leasehold Enfranchisement
Wills & Probate
Commercial Conveyancing
Tenant Disrepair Claims
Estate Administration
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of specialist experience in housing law
- No paralegals or unqualified staff handle client cases
- Recognized in leading legal directories Chambers UK and Legal 500
- Direct solicitor access with all calls returned promptly
- Local expertise in Lambeth and Southwark court procedures
Associations and certifications
- Chambers UK
- Legal 500
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
What people say
Excellent service
Professionalism
Personal service
Successful outcomes
Responsive communication
Services
Housing Law
Specialist housing law representation for tenants, landlords and housing associations. We handle disrepair claims, anti-social behaviour cases and service charge arrears litigation. Our solicitors provide expert advice on residential leases and property disputes, with particular expertise in Lambeth and Southwark areas. Recognized in Legal 500 for our housing law practice.
Leasehold Enfranchisement
Guidance for leasehold flat owners seeking to acquire building freeholds or extend leases. We advise on collective enfranchisement processes and individual lease extensions. Our solicitors help protect property values through strategic leasehold enfranchisement solutions, with extensive experience in South London property markets.
Personal Injury Claims
Representation for personal injury cases including workplace accidents, road traffic incidents and public liability claims. We operate no-win-no-fee agreements and have secured compensation for clients through successful litigation. Our injury lawyers maintain strong relationships with medical experts to support claims.
Solicitor Negligence
Claims against legal professionals for negligence in conveyancing transactions, will drafting and litigation. We investigate failures in legal duty and pursue compensation for clients' financial losses. Our team has particular expertise in property transaction errors and probate mistakes.
Commercial Conveyancing
Property transaction services for commercial clients including lease agreements and property sales. We offer fixed-fee packages with transparent pricing. Our solicitors handle commercial property matters for businesses in South London and surrounding areas, providing practical legal solutions for property investments.
People
James Garvey
Housing & Property Law Solicitor
Experienced housing law specialist with decades of practice in South London. Focuses on tenant and landlord disputes, property litigation and leasehold enfranchisement. Provides expert legal representation with practical solutions for property matters.
Lucy Jackson
Civil Litigation Solicitor
Qualified solicitor specialising in civil litigation with membership of the Law Society's Personal Injury Panel. Handles complex legal disputes with a focus on client advocacy and successful case outcomes through negotiation or court proceedings.
Sarah Mossop
Housing Department Solicitor
Recognised legal expert in housing law with specific expertise in disrepair claims. Advises tenants and landlords on housing obligations and rights. Recommended in The Legal 500 for excellence in housing law practice and client service.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We specialise in housing law, personal injury claims, solicitor negligence, leasehold enfranchisement, and commercial conveyancing. Our solicitors have particular expertise in tenant and landlord disputes.
How can I make an appointment?
Contact us by calling 020 7582 8784 or completing our online form. We offer flexible appointments with specialist solicitors during our office hours Monday-Friday 9am-5pm.
Do you offer payment plans?
Yes, we provide transparent cost information and flexible payment options including no-win-no-fee agreements for eligible personal injury and housing disrepair claims.
Are you regulated by legal authorities?
We are authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (no.633578) and recommended in leading legal directories Chambers UK and Legal 500.
What areas do you serve?
Based in Kennington, we serve clients across South London including Lambeth, Southwark and central London courts. Our housing law expertise covers local housing authorities and property disputes.
Reviews (1)
Piers Gee
May 26, 2017
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Hockfield & Co were recommended to my family a few years back, since when we've used them a number of times, for conveyancing. They have always been very professional, proactive, diligent, easy to get hold of, and thoroughly pleasant to deal with (even when things have needed patient explaining to me), ensuring the whole process went through as efficiently and quickly as possible but without missing a beat when it comes to the all-important details. Cannot recommend them highly enough.
