Cozens-Hardy

Business Details

Your Trusted Legal Partner in Norwich

At Cozens-Hardy, we pride ourselves on delivering cost-effective, clear legal solutions with exceptional customer service. Our team of experienced solicitors and legal professionals specialises in property conveyancing, family law, wills, probate, personal injury claims, dispute resolution, and business law. With over 140 years of combined experience in conveyancing alone, we provide tailored advice to individuals and businesses navigating complex legal challenges.

Our commitment to resolving matters efficiently, whether through negotiation, mediation, or litigation, ensures clients receive practical outcomes aligned with their needs. As members of Resolution and accredited professionals in areas like clinical negligence and collaborative law, we combine technical expertise with a compassionate approach to guide clients through life's most critical legal decisions.

Services

Property Conveyancing Family Law Wills and Probate Personal Injury Claims Dispute Resolution Business Law Trusts and Estates Clinical Negligence Employment Law Commercial Property

Highlights and features

We offer over 140 years of combined conveyancing experience.
Our team includes Resolution-accredited collaborative law specialists.
Fixed-fee structures available for property and wills services.
No win-no fee options for personal injury claims.
Specialist accreditation in clinical negligence and brain injury cases.

Associations and certifications

Solicitors Regulation Authority

What people say

Quick email responses Effective support network Friendly approachable staff Competitive fixed fees Specialist accreditation

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Services

Property Conveyancing

Our conveyancing team handles residential and commercial property transactions with expertise. We manage sales, purchases, remortgaging, shared ownership, and leasehold matters. With competitive fixed fees and over 140 years of combined experience, we ensure smooth transactions for first-time buyers, sellers, and investors across Norfolk and surrounding areas.

Family Law

Specialising in divorce, separation, and child custody matters, our Resolution-accredited lawyers prioritise amicable solutions. We handle financial settlements, cohabitation disputes, and child residence arrangements. Two collaborative law specialists and a Law Society Children Panel member provide tailored support for complex family dynamics and sensitive cases.

Personal Injury Claims

We represent clients in road traffic accidents, workplace injuries, and clinical negligence cases. Our no win-no fee service covers brain injury claims, rehabilitation access, and compensation for lost income. Accredited under the Law Society's personal injury scheme, we secure interim payments and long-term support for severe injury victims.

Wills and Probate

From simple wills starting at 400 to complex trust arrangements, our specialists ensure asset distribution aligns with client wishes. Services include inheritance tax planning, lasting power of attorney, and probate administration. We help families avoid disputes through clear documentation and court-approved guardianship arrangements.

Business Law

Supporting businesses from formation to sale, we draft contracts, handle employment law, and resolve commercial disputes. Our services cover mergers, insolvency, property leases, and debt recovery. Experienced solicitors advise SMEs on corporate restructuring and regulatory compliance across Norfolk's agricultural, manufacturing, and retail sectors.

People

Jane Anderson

Senior Principal (Partner)

Leading the family law team with Resolution collaborative law accreditation, Jane specialises in non-confrontational dispute resolution. Her 25+ years of experience focus on child custody and financial settlements.

Damian Short

Managing Partner

Head of the personal injury team, Damian specialises in brain injury claims and clinical negligence. A Law Society accreditation scheme member, he secures compensation for rehabilitation and long-term care needs.

Dan Evans

Principal (Partner)

Commercial law expert advising businesses on contracts, mergers, and dispute resolution. Dan's 20-year career includes guiding SMEs through corporate restructuring and insolvency processes.

Michelle Collins

Principal (Partner)

Wills and probate specialist with expertise in inheritance tax planning. Michelle manages complex estates and trust arrangements, ensuring smooth asset transfers for high-net-worth clients.

Charlotte Hunter

Principal (Partner)

Conveyancing expert overseeing residential and commercial property transactions. With 18 years of local market knowledge, she streamlines complex leasehold and new-build purchases for clients.

Questions

What areas of law does Cozens-Hardy specialise in?

We specialise in property conveyancing, family law, wills and probate, personal injury claims, business law, and dispute resolution.

Do you offer fixed-fee legal services?

Yes, we provide fixed fees for conveyancing, simple wills, and selected business law services to ensure cost transparency.

Can I make a personal injury claim on a no win-no fee basis?

Most personal injury claims proceed under conditional fee agreements, meaning you pay nothing if your case fails.

How quickly can I get legal advice?

Do you handle complex estate planning?

Our wills team creates tailored trusts, inheritance tax plans, and lasting powers of attorney for complex estates.

Are your lawyers accredited specialists?

Yes, we have Resolution-accredited family lawyers, Law Society-accredited personal injury specialists, and collaborative law practitioners.

Reviews (6)

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Ed Harris

Oct 25, 2021 Report

Very professional, informative and a high quality service. I would highly recommend Cozens Hardy. I have used them for both the purchase and sale of a property, and would use them again.

Jordan Lamb

Sep 28, 2021 Report

We couldnt have wished for a better service from Claire Watson & Becky Geib. They were very hepful and patient throughout the entire process and completely put us at ease that the whole thing was under control. Would reccomend to anyone looking for a conveyancing service.

Joe Kerr

Sep 24, 2021 Report

Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Charlotte Hunter and Leslie McLaren provided us with an outstanding service. They were extremely responsive and professional. Also, they completed the purchase really fast, which saved us a lot of money. I definitely recommend their services to anyone looking for a solicitor. You couldn't wish for a better team.

Jessica Pidsley

Jul 23, 2021 Report

We have just sold our house with Leanne Riches and Amy Barson at Cozens Hardy and I am not exaggerating when I say it has been the BEST conveyancing experience I've ever had. They have been so responsive, patient, highly communicative and extremely efficient. Their expertise and warmth is felt in every interaction and you never feel like you're asking a ridiculous question, even though they know this work inside out. I cannot praise them highly enough and if you're thinking of who to buy or sell a home with you then I completely recommend them. A delight from start to finish!

Roy Harris

Jul 01, 2021 Report

My buyer used this company.
15 weeks on they do not respond to enquiries, do not care about their poor service. Make no attempt to save the transaction. Today I withdrew from the deal. All its done is cost both me and the others in the chain time and money.
Contracts were sent to them in April and still no response 29th June.
Definatly have a "don't care" attitude and bordering on incompetent.

Georgina W.

Jun 15, 2021 Report

Critical:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness
After using this company for approx 20 years, with us recommending them to family, and with us using them for at least 20 properties, we were told they couldn't help us as they are too busy. It took them 2 days to bother to tell us too. Totally unprofessional. Will never use them again for anything, ever.