Business Details
Expert Legal Services in Loughborough & Leicester
Straw and Pearce has provided trusted legal advice to businesses, families, and individuals in the East Midlands for over a century. With offices in Loughborough and Leicester, our specialist teams deliver modern legal solutions while maintaining a tradition of friendly, personal service. We are committed to excellence, evidenced by our Lexcel accreditation, which recognises high standards in practice management and client care. Our solicitors combine deep local knowledge with expertise across diverse legal disciplines, including conveyancing, commercial litigation, family law, and criminal defence. We prioritise pragmatic, commercially-minded advice tailored to clients' unique needs, ensuring accessibility through close partnerships with estate agents, surveyors, and financial advisers.With a focus on resolving disputes efficiently and protecting clients' interests, we serve small family firms to large national businesses. Our team's experience spans over 100 years of combined legal practice, supported by accreditations from the Solicitors Regulation Authority and the Law Society's Conveyancing Quality Scheme. We maintain transparency in all dealings, operating with integrity and a commitment to long-term client relationships. Our services extend to financial planning through an associated business, offering impartial advice on investments, pensions, and business protection. This enduring dedication to quality and client-centric service defines our reputation as a leading legal practice in the region.
Services
Conveyancing
Civil Litigation
Wills, Trusts and Probate
Notary Services
Criminal Defence
Family Law
Commercial Litigation
Company and Commercial
Commercial Property
Financial Services
Highlights and features
- We have over 100 years of combined legal experience in the East Midlands.
- Our practice is Lexcel-accredited for excellence in client care and management.
- We offer tailored legal solutions with a focus on commercial pragmatism.
- Our local knowledge enhances service delivery across property and litigation cases.
- We maintain partnerships with regional professionals for comprehensive client support.
Associations and certifications
- Lexcel
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
- Law Society's Conveyancing Quality Scheme
Services
Conveyancing
Our conveyancing service handles freehold and leasehold property transactions with expertise in buy-to-let, shared ownership, and equity release cases. We provide dedicated legal guidance through every transaction stage, ensuring smooth property transfers. Our local knowledge and partnerships with estate agents enhance efficiency for clients in Loughborough and Leicester.
Commercial Litigation
We resolve business disputes through negotiation, mediation, and court representation, specialising in debt recovery, insolvency, and partnership conflicts. Our team protects commercial interests while minimising operational disruption for East Midlands businesses. With expertise in alternative dispute resolution, we prioritise cost-effective solutions aligned with client objectives.
Family Law
Our family law specialists handle divorce, child custody, and domestic arrangements with sensitivity and legal precision. We offer compassionate guidance during emotional challenges, focusing on protecting clients' interests and family welfare. The team operates from both Loughborough and Leicester offices to serve regional clients effectively.
Wills, Trusts and Probate
We provide comprehensive estate planning services including Wills, trusts, and probate administration. Our solicitors ensure clients' wishes are legally protected while offering practical advice on inheritance tax and asset distribution. The service combines legal expertise with empathetic support during sensitive circumstances.
Criminal Defence
Our criminal defence team represents clients in motoring offences, professional discipline cases, and criminal proceedings. We combine legal expertise with strategic defence planning to protect clients' rights and professional reputations. The service covers both advisory and court representation across East Midlands jurisdictions.
People
Mark Wardley
Director
Specialising in criminal law and motoring offences, Mark brings extensive litigation experience to his role as Loughborough office director. He combines legal expertise with practical solutions for clients facing professional discipline issues.
Jennifer Ellis
Director
Leading family law cases in Loughborough, Jennifer provides compassionate legal guidance on divorce, child custody, and domestic arrangements while maintaining strong client advocacy.
Gemma Cole
Director
As a family law specialist, Gemma focuses on complex relationship breakdowns and child welfare matters, offering pragmatic advice tailored to clients' specific circumstances in Loughborough.
Julie Brown
Partner
Julie specialises in notary services and estate planning, providing expert Wills and probate advice to individuals and families across Leicestershire.
Debbie Hubbard
Partner
With expertise in criminal defence and professional discipline, Debbie represents clients in complex legal cases while maintaining a strong focus on protecting professional reputations.
Questions
What areas of law does Straw and Pearce specialise in?
We specialise in conveyancing, commercial litigation, family law, criminal defence, Wills, trusts and probate, and notary services.
Are Straw and Pearce Solicitors accredited by professional bodies?
Yes, we hold Lexcel accreditation and are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority.
Do you offer services to businesses as well as individuals?
Yes, we provide legal support for businesses including commercial litigation, company matters, and debt recovery.
What makes Straw and Pearce different from other law firms?
Our century-long local presence, Lexcel accreditation, and focus on personal service distinguish us from competitors.
Can I access financial planning services through Straw and Pearce?
Yes, we offer financial planning through our associated business, Straw and Pearce Financial Management.
Reviews (4)
Joanna Brown
Mar 05, 2021
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I have been so impressed and pleased with the service I have received from Mark Wardley. He has dealt with my case for best part of a year and he has been brilliant. He has always kept me updated with everything I needed to know and has been readily available by email and phone call if I had any worries or concerns about things. The quality of all the documents he produced for me were of very high standard and he always listened to my thoughts about things and clarified anything I wasnt sure of. Mark has made what has been a very difficult year slightly more bearable with all the hard work
Sophie Sutton
Aug 11, 2020
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Unprofessional,not capable of doing there job,this company is a complete joke as solictor you would think they would have to serve a certain level of professional service...our house move ended up delayed as it was near on impossible to make contact with our solictor and this is before she went on annual leave & never told us of whom was taking over our case & had no knowledge so ended up asking us for everything all over again & specifying she needed documents they had! I would also like to mention that they was blaming our lender for delays when they forgot to mention it was because they let
Chris Lovell
Jul 06, 2020
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AVOID if you want your house conveyancing done in a speedy manner do not use this firm 12 weeks to get a answers on 10 questions. Always on a day off or on annual leave... should it take 5 months of back and forward to move house? Nope! If you want to waste your money, have sleepless nights, a substantial amount of hair loss and lose the buyers of your house please choose this firm they are fantastic.... In conclusion DO NOT USE AVOID AVOID AVOID !!! Have a nice day
I. L.
Oct 17, 2019
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Unprofessional,absolutely waste of time, didnt even bother to reply to my email after positive free half an hour session and verbal commitment (mind this - not all details have been given at the time and no binding legal advice was given from the lawyer, which I fully understand).Provided all necessary details and asked for next steps to no avail. Even after my courtesy phone call to remind my case,I have been promised (by a secretary) a response on the same day, received no contact at all to date.Email has been sent on the 19th of June.Today is the 28th of June. Avoid at all cost.They need
