Business Details
38 Years
experience
Award-Winning Legal Services in Durham
Established in 1988, Riley Langdon Solicitors has built a reputation as a trusted legal practice serving clients across Durham and beyond. With over 80 years of combined experience, our team specialises in residential conveyancing, family law, commercial law, and probate services. We pride ourselves on delivering expert, tailored legal solutions while maintaining traditional values of integrity and client care. Our solicitors are committed to guiding clients through complex legal matters with clarity and professionalism. As an SRA-regulated firm, we uphold the highest standards of legal practice.Our team includes specialists in equity release, international estate administration, and commercial property transactions. We prioritise accessibility, offering fixed-fee divorce schemes and transparent conveyancing costs. Clients benefit from our holistic approach, combining technical expertise with compassionate support during sensitive matters. Our community involvement reflects our commitment to local engagement and educational initiatives. With modern facilities and free parking, we ensure convenience alongside legal excellence.
Services
Residential Conveyancing
Family & Divorce Law
Wills & Probate
Commercial Law
Probate Services
Lasting Power of Attorney
International Estate Administration
Equity Release
Property Transactions
Business Legal Advice
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- Over 80 years combined legal experience across multiple practice areas
- Award-winning conveyancing and family law specialists in County Durham
- Regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority for professional standards
- Transparent pricing with fixed-fee divorce and online conveyancing quotes
- Holistic approach combining legal expertise with compassionate client care
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
What people say
Award-winning service
Fantastic professional approach
Superb client support
Excellent work ethic
Highly recommend
Services
Residential Conveyancing
Specialist residential conveyancing services covering property purchases, sales, remortgaging, and equity release. Our experienced team handles new builds, buy-to-let properties, and help-to-buy schemes. We provide transparent pricing with online quote calculators and fixed-fee options for added certainty.
Family & Divorce Law
Expert family law services including divorce proceedings, financial settlements, and child arrangement agreements. Our compassionate solicitors prioritise amicable resolutions while protecting client interests. We offer fixed-fee divorce options and specialist support for domestic abuse cases.
Commercial Law
Comprehensive commercial legal advice for businesses across England and Wales. We handle property transactions, contract drafting, and business acquisitions. Our solicitors support clients with corporate governance, commercial property matters, and regulatory compliance requirements.
Wills & Probate
Professional will drafting, probate, and estate administration services. We guide clients through the probate process with fixed-fee and hourly rate options. Our expertise includes international estate administration and lasting power of attorney arrangements.
Lasting Power of Attorney
Specialist LPA services ensuring legal authority for health and financial decisions. We assist with creating tailored power of attorney arrangements, including complex trust structures and deputyship applications through the Court of Protection.
People
Marie Riley
Senior Partner & Solicitor
Senior Partner with over 20 years' experience in residential and commercial conveyancing. Qualified solicitor since 1995, specialising in property law and business matters. Leads firm development while maintaining hands-on client service.
Kemi Ajayi
Partner - Solicitor
Commercial law specialist with 19+ years' experience. Qualified barrister in Nigeria and solicitor in England & Wales. Expertise in property law, international estate administration, and business transactions. Active in local education charities.
Rebecca Jackson
Assistant Solicitor
Family law specialist with 12+ years' post-qualification experience. Focus on divorce, child arrangements, and domestic abuse cases. Committed to non-confrontational dispute resolution and client advocacy.
Tracey Jackson
Conveyancing Executive
Residential conveyancing expert with 35+ years' legal sector experience. Specialises in freehold/leasehold transactions and probate-related property matters. Provides client support through clear communication and process guidance.
Amanda Cowley
Conveyancing Executive
Experienced conveyancing professional with 35+ years in residential property law. Specialises in new build purchases, help-to-buy schemes, and leasehold transactions. Known for client-focused approach and industry knowledge sharing.
Questions
How long does a conveyancing transaction typically take?
Most residential transactions complete within 8-12 weeks, depending on chain complexity and mortgage arrangements. We provide regular updates throughout the process.
Can I create a legally valid will during a family dispute?
Yes, we specialise in creating dispute-resistant wills and can advise on trust structures to protect assets while maintaining family harmony.
What happens if my divorce case goes to court?
Our fixed-fee divorce scheme covers court proceedings when necessary. We prioritise mediation but provide robust representation for contested cases.
Do you offer commercial legal advice for startups?
Yes, we support new businesses with company formation, contract drafting, and property arrangements tailored to emerging enterprises.
How does probate work for international estates?
Our team handles cross-border probate matters, including resealing foreign grants of probate and administering global assets through UK estates.
Can I access legal support outside office hours?
While our standard hours are 9-5 Mon-Fri, we offer emergency contact arrangements for urgent probate and family law matters.
Reviews (6)
Bev Stoker
Sep 14, 2021
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Critical:Responsiveness
Husband currently dealing with Riley Langdon and we seem to be getting nowhere. Very difficult to contact the solicitor, always working from home and when we do manage to speak we seem to be getting fobbed off. Would not recommend or use again- very disappointing slow service.
Husband currently dealing with Riley Langdon and we seem to be getting nowhere. Very difficult to contact the solicitor, always working from home and when we do manage to speak we seem to be getting fobbed off. Would not recommend or use again- very disappointing slow service.
Sarah Dalzell
Apr 30, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Ive used Riley Langdon Solicitors twice over the past few months for both a sale and purchase of property. I cannot recommend Amanda enough for all of her help and support throughout the process. I would definitely recommend Riley Langdon Solicitors and wouldnt hesitate to use them in the future.
Ive used Riley Langdon Solicitors twice over the past few months for both a sale and purchase of property. I cannot recommend Amanda enough for all of her help and support throughout the process. I would definitely recommend Riley Langdon Solicitors and wouldnt hesitate to use them in the future.
Bernice Browne
Apr 22, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
My husband and I have had fantastic, reliable and professional service from Riley Langdon Solicitors over the last 4years. We highly recommend them!!
My husband and I have had fantastic, reliable and professional service from Riley Langdon Solicitors over the last 4years. We highly recommend them!!
Lesley Davy
Apr 16, 2021
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Tracey Jackson of Riley Langdon did the conveyancing on my late mums property in Bishop Auckland. Dowens were the estate agents of which I would not recommend. However Tracey was the saving grace on the sale. She was professional throughout the whole process. She worked tirelessly (from Home) all the way through Covid (which she also had herself) If I telephoned and left a message, she called me back promptly. If I e-mailed at midnight there was a response at 7am the very next day regardless, even on public holidays, Saturdays and Sundays. The reception staff were always cheerful and answered the
Dionne Kennedy
Mar 31, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Responsiveness
We had a great experience, we found them extremely helpful, very responsive and done everything we needed at such short notice. We will use them for all our needs going forward. We would highly recommend.
We had a great experience, we found them extremely helpful, very responsive and done everything we needed at such short notice. We will use them for all our needs going forward. We would highly recommend.
A.
Mar 15, 2021
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I highly recommend the services of Riley Langdon Solicitors. I have had expert help from one of their Team in the sale of my property. I appreciated her explanations when I did not understand the process, her diligence in ensuring the Title Deeds were corrected properly, her excellent communication with me, and friendly, approachable manner. The fees charged have been extremely reasonable for all the work required. I will definitely use the services of this company in the future. Thank you Kemi!
