Business Details
40 Years
experience
Trusted Legal Services in Derby
Alexander & Co & Co is an established legal practice founded in 1986, dedicated to delivering high-quality legal services with a client-first approach. Our expertise spans non-contentious and contentious civil matters, including residential and commercial conveyancing, wills and probate, family law, dispute resolution, and personal injury claims. Accredited by the Law Society's Lexcel, Conveyancing Quality Scheme (CQS), and Wills and Inheritance Quality Scheme (WIQS), we prioritise transparency, professionalism, and tailored solutions. With offices in Derby, Loughborough, Alvaston, Spondon, Eastwood, and West Bridgford, we combine over 40 years of collective experience with a commitment to resolving legal challenges efficiently.Our team of solicitors, legal executives, and support staff ensures clients receive clear guidance, regular progress updates, and cost-effective strategies. We adhere to strict ethical standards, offering home visits and flexible communication methods to accommodate client needs. Recognised for our expertise in property transactions, estate planning, and litigation, we provide reassurance through face-to-face consultations and a free initial 30-minute consultation for family law matters. Our accreditations and client testimonials reflect our dedication to excellence, ensuring clients achieve swift and satisfactory resolutions to complex legal issues.
Services
Conveyancing
Wills
Family Law
Dispute Resolution
Probate
Personal Injury
Powers of Attorney
Landlord and Tenant
Settlement Agreements
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- Awarded the Law Society's Lexcel quality standard since 2000 for client service.
- Accredited members of the Conveyancing Quality Scheme and Wills and Inheritance Quality Scheme.
- Over 40 years of collective experience in residential and commercial conveyancing.
- Free initial 30-minute consultation for family law matters with specialist solicitors.
- Tailored probate services led by a team with over 10 years' experience in estate administration.
Associations and certifications
- Lexcel
- Conveyancing Quality Scheme (CQS)
- Wills and Inheritance Quality Scheme (WIQS)
What people say
Prompt and proficient
Friendly and efficient
No confusing legal terminology
Swift and satisfactory resolution
Expertise in property transactions
Services
Conveyancing
Our conveyancing solicitors specialise in residential and commercial property transactions, including Help to Buy schemes. We handle title deed verification, contract negotiations, and Land Registry registrations. With Law Society CQS accreditation, we ensure seamless purchases, sales, and remortgages across Derby and surrounding areas.
Wills and Probate
We draft tailored wills, lasting powers of attorney, and manage probate administration. Our WIQS-accredited team handles estate settlements, inheritance tax advice, and contested will disputes. Services include home visits for clients in Derby, Loughborough, and Nottinghamshire.
Family Law
Specialist family solicitors assist with divorce, financial settlements, and child custody arrangements. We offer a free initial consultation and Resolution-accredited mediation services. Our Derby-based team prioritises amicable solutions while protecting client interests.
Dispute Resolution
We handle property disputes, landlord-tenant conflicts, and commercial litigation. Our approach combines negotiation with robust court representation when needed. Services cover boundary disputes, contract breaches, and debt recovery across the East Midlands.
Personal Injury
Our personal injury solicitors pursue compensation for workplace accidents, road traffic incidents, and slips/trips. We operate no-win-no-fee arrangements and handle claims for lost earnings, medical expenses, and future care costs in Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire.
People
Katie Basey
Partner and Solicitor
With over 20 years' experience, Katie Basey supervises conveyancing services at Alexander & Co & Co. She leads a team handling residential and commercial property transactions, including leasehold and Help to Buy schemes, ensuring efficient client support.
Manesha Ruparel
Family Law Solicitor
Manesha Ruparel, a Resolution member, specialises in divorce, financial settlements, and child custody cases. With over a decade of experience, she provides empathetic guidance while advocating for amicable resolutions in family law matters.
Lydia Potter
Litigation Specialist
Lydia Potter handles will disputes, landlord-tenant conflicts, and personal injury claims. Her expertise includes court representation and alternative dispute resolution, focusing on achieving cost-effective outcomes for clients across Derbyshire.
Tim Dysterre-Clark
Probate Team Head
Leading the probate department, Tim Dysterre-Clark oversees estate administration, will contests, and inheritance tax planning. With over 10 years in probate law, he ensures efficient asset distribution and compliance with legal requirements.
Lubna Chaka
Personal Injury Solicitor
Lubna Chaka specialises in accident claims, representing clients in workplace injuries and road traffic incidents. She manages no-win-no-fee cases, focusing on securing compensation for medical expenses, lost income, and long-term care needs.
Questions
What areas do Alexander & Co & Co & Co Solicitors cover?
We operate from offices in Derby, Loughborough, Alvaston, Spondon, Eastwood, and West Bridgford, serving clients across Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire.
Do you offer free initial legal consultations?
Yes, we provide a free 30-minute consultation for family law matters with our specialist solicitors in Derby.
How much does making a will cost?
Will drafting fees vary based on complexity. Simple wills start from £150 + VAT, with home visits available across our service areas.
Are your conveyancing fees fixed?
We offer fixed fees for standard property transactions, with transparent pricing detailed in our service guides for Derbyshire properties.
Can you handle contested probate cases?
Our WIQS-accredited team manages will disputes, estate challenges, and inheritance claims, combining negotiation with court representation when required.
What accreditations does Alexander & Co & Co & Co hold?
We maintain Law Society accreditations for Lexcel (client service), Conveyancing Quality Scheme, and Wills and Inheritance Quality Scheme standards.
Reviews (4)
Bhpinder Kaur
Jan 14, 2026
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I cant recommend Alexander & Co Solicitors highly enough. Manesha Ruparel went above and beyond to achieve the best possible outcome for me. During a very difficult and overwhelming time, her compassion, patience, and genuine care made a huge difference. She always made me feel listened to, supported, and reassured throughout the process. The reception staff were welcoming and professional, and Maneshas secretary was amazing always helpful, responsive, and made me feel valued. I am incredibly grateful for the support I received and would wholeheartedly recommend Alexander & Co to anyone looking for a solicitor who truly cares.
Orla O'Connor
Oct 01, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Very reliable solicitors, communication was was great kept me up to date on all aspects. Also made things easy to understand and didn't use over intellectualised language. And to top it off the process was pretty speedy. Would definitely recommend especially if you get a chance to work with Katie or Debbie who are both fab.
Very reliable solicitors, communication was was great kept me up to date on all aspects. Also made things easy to understand and didn't use over intellectualised language. And to top it off the process was pretty speedy. Would definitely recommend especially if you get a chance to work with Katie or Debbie who are both fab.
Carole Holloway
Aug 07, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism
Alexander & Co are a great professional company to deal with. The conveyancing team Graham, Kirsty, Caroline and Katie were fantastic and dealt with our house sale in a very fast, personal and and efficient manner and I would not hesitate to highly recommend them to do business with.
Alexander & Co are a great professional company to deal with. The conveyancing team Graham, Kirsty, Caroline and Katie were fantastic and dealt with our house sale in a very fast, personal and and efficient manner and I would not hesitate to highly recommend them to do business with.
Stacey Patrice
Mar 26, 2021
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House Completion
This is the 2nd time I have used Alexander & Co LLP's services. I would not hesitate to recommend their service to anyone as they have again been brilliant from the start. Staff have always been helpful and friendly and remained positive during these difficult times. We are delighted to have had Katie and Debbie handle our property purchase, who have worked so hard to achieve this for our family and been so informative throughout! I don't expect anything less from this company and am confident that should I need their service again their number is already on hand in my contacts
This is the 2nd time I have used Alexander & Co LLP's services. I would not hesitate to recommend their service to anyone as they have again been brilliant from the start. Staff have always been helpful and friendly and remained positive during these difficult times. We are delighted to have had Katie and Debbie handle our property purchase, who have worked so hard to achieve this for our family and been so informative throughout! I don't expect anything less from this company and am confident that should I need their service again their number is already on hand in my contacts
