Pengelly & Rylands

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50+ Years

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Emergency

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Expert Legal Services in Tenterden

Pengelly & Rylands was founded in 1975 by Keith Rylands and the late Richard Pengelly, establishing itself as a trusted legal practice in Tenterden. In 2016, we merged with Hatten Wyatt, a firm with roots dating back to 1844, to enhance our service offerings while retaining our local identity. Our solicitors combine decades of experience with ongoing professional development to ensure clients receive accurate, up-to-date legal advice. We are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and hold accreditations from the Law Society in family law, residential conveyancing, and criminal litigation. Our team prioritises compassionate, client-focused service, offering flexible communication options including home visits and virtual appointments.

With offices across Kent, we serve individuals and businesses with tailored legal solutions. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our Conveyancing Quality Scheme accreditation and our track record of resolving complex cases efficiently. We provide transparent pricing, including fixed-cost initial consultations, and offer funding options to suit diverse needs. Our expertise spans residential conveyancing, family law, wills and probate, employment law, and dispute resolution, among other areas. This combination of local knowledge, regulatory compliance, and specialist accreditations positions us as a reliable legal partner for our community.

Services

Residential Conveyancing Family Law Wills & Probate Employment Law Personal Injury Commercial Property Business Consultancy Immigration Law Criminal Defence Dispute Resolution

Details

Year established: 1975

Highlights and features

We have over 45 years of combined experience in Kent legal services
Our solicitors hold Law Society accreditations in specialist practice areas
We offer flexible appointments including home visits and virtual consultations
Our Conveyancing Quality Scheme accreditation ensures property transaction excellence
We provide transparent pricing with fixed-cost initial consultations

Associations and certifications

Solicitors Regulation Authority
Law Society
Conveyancing Quality Scheme

What people say

Very patient Speed in completing Totally open Understand and sympathise

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Services

Residential Conveyancing

Our CQS-accredited conveyancing team handles property transactions with precision, including purchases, sales, remortgaging, and lease extensions. We provide transparent pricing with a free online fee calculator and maintain clear communication throughout the process. Clients benefit from our local property market expertise and efficient transaction management.

Family Law

Specialist family law solicitors handle no-fault divorces, child arrangements, and financial settlements with sensitivity. As Law Society-accredited practitioners, we combine legal expertise with compassionate support for clients navigating relationship breakdowns. Our services include mediation and court representation for complex asset division cases.

Wills & Probate

We assist with creating legally sound wills, establishing trusts, and administering estates through probate. Our solicitors provide clear guidance on inheritance tax planning and lasting powers of attorney. Clients receive personalised advice to ensure their wishes are documented accurately and legally protected.

Personal Injury

Our personal injury team pursues compensation for accident victims under no-win-no-fee agreements. We handle road traffic accidents, workplace injuries, and public liability claims, ensuring clients receive appropriate damages for medical expenses and lost income while managing their cases with empathy.

Commercial Property

We advise businesses on commercial property transactions including acquisitions, disposals, and lease agreements. Our solicitors handle development projects and investment portfolios across Kent, providing legal expertise for property investors and corporate clients while ensuring compliance with current property regulations.

Questions

What areas of law do you specialise in?

We specialise in residential conveyancing, family law, wills and probate, personal injury claims, commercial property, and business legal matters across Kent.

Can I get help with creating a will?

Yes, our solicitors provide will-writing services including complex estate planning, trust establishment, and lasting powers of attorney documentation.

Do you offer flexible appointment options?

We offer home visits, virtual appointments via Skype, and office consultations during our 9am-5pm weekday hours.

How are your conveyancing fees structured?

We provide transparent pricing with a free online conveyancing calculator and fixed-cost initial consultations for property transactions.

Are you regulated by legal authorities?

Yes, we are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and hold Law Society accreditations in multiple practice areas.

Can you assist with employment law matters?

We advise both employees and employers on contracts, tribunal claims, redundancies, and workplace disputes with specialist legal expertise.

Reviews (6)

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Sarah Ward

Oct 24, 2021 Report

AVOID using this company. Shocking service in the context of a property sale and purchase. Slow response, and an archaic and out of date way of working. I was only given direct access to my designated solicitor 2 times. Due to the delays in service many issues with the property purchase went unresolved and unchecked. Rude, ambivalent staff who seemed surprised at requests for information even on the day of completion itself. Over 5,000 for the privilege. Never again.

Sam Quick

Jun 22, 2021 Report

Positive:Professionalism,Responsiveness
Helpful and reassuring in dealing with my late fathers estate. They walked me through the process and were very patient and understanding. Very responsive to emails. Would recommend and use again.

K. H.

Mar 20, 2021 Report

I have had a terrible first (and last) experience with Pengelly and Rylands. I nearly lost the sale of my house because, the solicitor i was allocated, was not answering emails or returning phone calls from Myself, Ashford Borough Council or from my mortgage adviser. I resorted to copying the Managing Director into emails, no response from him either. The receptionist is extremely blunt and unapproachable too. Then to rub salt in, approximately one month after completion, then an assistant solicitor from the firm, thinks it is acceptable, to ask me to pay an additional fee of 95! I paid the

Kerrin Malone

Feb 23, 2021 Report

No responses to emails over a two month period and that from a partner of the firm. Telephone calls were completely ignored. Both our selling agents and our solicitors were at their wits end trying to progress our sale. As a retired Fellow of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, I have never come across such an unprofessional firm and hope I will never do so again. Whatever you do don't use Pengelly & Rylands.

Eversleigh Lodges

Sep 11, 2017 Report

Awful service, I called to get a quote and had the most arrogant man call me back. When I asked for a written quote he was very rude then hung up on me

Glyn Fogell

Aug 18, 2017 Report

Called about setting up a PoA. They promised to call back in a few minutes as the person that would handle it wasn't answering their phone. over 2 hrs later still waiting.
Called a rival firm in Tenterden and they got everything sorted and asked me to email the details so that they could draft it for signature tomorrow. Now *that's* service.