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Your Trusted Legal Partner in Birmingham and Beyond
We are a specialist law firm offering comprehensive legal services to clients across the UK and internationally. Established with a foundation in criminal law, we have expanded our expertise to include family law, child abduction cases, residential conveyancing, and wills & probate services. Our team of award-winning solicitors combines decades of collective experience with a client-centric approach, delivering tailored legal solutions. With offices in Birmingham, Redditch, Coventry, and Leicester, we serve a diverse clientele while maintaining a commitment to innovation and excellence.We prioritise accessibility through legal aid eligibility assessments and competitive private fee structures, ensuring high-quality representation remains attainable. Our Solicitors Regulation Authority accreditation underscores our adherence to professional standards, while our 24/7 emergency support for urgent matters demonstrates our dedication to client needs.
Services
Criminal Law
Family Law
Child Abduction
Conveyancing
Wills & Probate
Highlights and features
- Award-winning solicitors with specialist accreditation
- 24/7 emergency support for crime and family matters
- Legal aid available subject to eligibility assessments
- Competitive private fee structures with transparent pricing
- Multi-jurisdictional expertise in international family law
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
Services
Criminal Law
We provide robust legal representation for individuals facing criminal allegations. Our solicitors specialise in navigating complex criminal proceedings, ensuring client rights are protected throughout every stage of the process. With 24/7 availability for urgent matters, we offer immediate support during police investigations and court proceedings.
Family Law
Our family law team handles relationship breakdowns, child custody arrangements, and financial settlements. We prioritise amicable resolutions while maintaining litigation readiness when necessary. Clients benefit from our expertise in both domestic and cross-border family law matters, including emergency protection orders.
Child Abduction
Specialising in high-stakes international child abduction cases, we work with courts across jurisdictions to secure child returns and establish custody arrangements. Our solicitors maintain working relationships with legal networks in multiple countries to facilitate swift action in urgent cases.
Conveyancing
We handle residential property transactions with a focus on clear communication and timely completions. Our conveyancing service includes leasehold and freehold transfers, new build purchases, and remortgage assistance. Clients receive dedicated case management from initial offer to completion.
Wills & Probate
Our wills and probate service covers estate administration, inheritance tax planning, and lasting power of attorney arrangements. We help clients create legally sound wills that reflect their wishes while providing compassionate support during bereavement processes.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We specialise in criminal law, family law, international child abduction cases, residential conveyancing, and wills & probate services.
Do you offer emergency legal support?
Yes, our criminal and family law teams provide 24/7 emergency assistance for urgent matters requiring immediate legal intervention.
Are your services available outside Birmingham?
We operate from four offices across the West Midlands and Leicester, serving clients nationally and internationally through virtual consultations.
Can I access legal aid?
Legal aid remains available for eligible clients in family and criminal matters following our means and merits assessments.
How do you handle international family law cases?
Our specialist team works with overseas legal networks to resolve cross-border custody disputes and child abduction cases under The Hague Convention framework.
What payment options exist for private clients?
We offer competitive hourly rates with transparent cost estimates, including fixed-fee options for standard conveyancing and will-drafting services.
Reviews (6)
Chris Targett
Nov 07, 2021
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I was recommended Jamie as a solicitor for my house purchase. He was exceptional, always at the end of the phone or email and answered any questions I had. Even when he took a holiday his colleague Beverley was on hand to offer the same exemplary service. Couldnt recommend Jamie and Beverley enough, thank you for helping my buy my home
Joe Apsey
Oct 28, 2021
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I worked closely with Angela who carried out the conveyancing work for the purchase of my first home. She was amazing throughout the process and I couldn't recommend her more!
Marie Manning
Oct 23, 2021
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Considering how stressful the process naturally is, Charles Strachan Solicitors were amazing and helped me through my first house buying experience to an extremely high standard. I would certainly recommend as they were so helpful throughout. Thanks again all.
Danielle A.
Oct 18, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Jamie and Beverley have both been amazing throughout. Communication has been great, and I can really trust them to act on my best interests and get everything sorted. After dealing with extremely poor sellers solicitors it has made me appreciate Charles strachan even more. Thank you!
Jamie and Beverley have both been amazing throughout. Communication has been great, and I can really trust them to act on my best interests and get everything sorted. After dealing with extremely poor sellers solicitors it has made me appreciate Charles strachan even more. Thank you!
Will C.
Sep 26, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality
Angela at charles strachan was incredible the best solicter I have ever had. Quick, professional and covered all basis, at the same time listing to the way we wanted to proceed with her input of valuable knowledge. Thank you so much angela we will be back again !
Angela at charles strachan was incredible the best solicter I have ever had. Quick, professional and covered all basis, at the same time listing to the way we wanted to proceed with her input of valuable knowledge. Thank you so much angela we will be back again !
Gunaratnam Niranjan
Sep 18, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Charles Strachan were fantastic in the purchase of my mother's home. Their persistence and perseverance were outstanding in what was a protracted and difficult purchase. A special mention to Angela who was amazing, approachable and attentive to all our needs. Thank you so much!
Charles Strachan were fantastic in the purchase of my mother's home. Their persistence and perseverance were outstanding in what was a protracted and difficult purchase. A special mention to Angela who was amazing, approachable and attentive to all our needs. Thank you so much!
