Business Details
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Buxton
We are a long-established legal practice with roots dating back to the early 1900s, serving clients across Derbyshire and beyond. Our firm specialises in family law, property law, commercial property, employment law, and private client services, combining traditional values with modern legal expertise. Acquired by Derbyshire Legal Services Limited in 2024, we continue to prioritise a friendly, fair, and expert approach while embracing technological advancements. Our four core departmentsProperty, Private Client, Family, and Litigationsupport clients locally, nationally, and internationally.With offices in Buxton, Matlock, Bakewell, and Wirksworth, we maintain strong relationships with estate agents and longstanding clients. Our team of solicitors and legal professionals brings decades of combined experience, offering tailored solutions for complex legal matters. We pride ourselves on clear communication, proactive problem-solving, and a commitment to achieving the best outcomes for our clients. Our reputation for reliability and excellence has been built through generations of referrals and repeat business.
Services
Family Law
Property Conveyancing
Commercial Property
Employment Law
Wills & Probate
Highlights and features
- We offer over 150 years of combined legal expertise across multiple practice areas.
- Our team provides clear, straightforward guidance tailored to individual client needs.
- We maintain strong relationships with local estate agents and repeat clients.
- Our modernised approach combines traditional values with technological advancements.
- We specialise in complex legal matters including property transactions and family law.
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
What people say
Fantastic and professional service
Highly recommend
Brilliant and professional
Pro-active and effective
Fast and efficient
Services
Family Law
We provide expert legal support for divorce, child arrangements, and cohabitation disputes. Our solicitors specialise in navigating complex family law matters with sensitivity and precision. Clients benefit from tailored solutions that prioritise their family's welfare and legal rights.
Property Conveyancing
Our licensed conveyancers handle residential and commercial property transactions with expertise. Services include freehold agreements, leasehold transfers, and remortgaging. We ensure smooth transactions through proactive problem-solving and clear communication with all parties involved.
Commercial Property
We advise on commercial leases, property auctions, and development agreements. Our team handles complex commercial transactions including pension fund property and agricultural land deals. Clients receive strategic guidance to protect business interests in property matters.
Employment Law
Our employment law specialists provide guidance on contracts, employee rights, and workplace disputes. We assist businesses with policy creation and individuals with employment rights protection, ensuring compliance with current UK employment legislation.
Wills & Probate
We offer comprehensive will writing, probate administration, and lasting power of attorney services. Our practitioners specialise in contested wills and court of protection matters, providing clear guidance to protect clients' assets and future decisions.
People
Pamela Morton
Licensed Conveyancer
Qualified CLC-regulated conveyancer with expertise in residential and commercial property transactions. Specialises in leasehold, freehold, and unregistered land matters. Known for excellent client communication and problem-solving in complex conveyancing cases.
Alison Kirkham
Head of Residential Property
Licensed Conveyancer with 25+ years' experience in residential and commercial transactions. Specialises in agricultural land deals and complex lease agreements. Maintains strong relationships with local estate agents and long-standing clients.
Chris Gale
Wills & Probate Solicitor
Solicitor with 30+ years' experience specialising in wills, trusts, and probate. Head of Wills and Probate Department. Combines legal expertise with practical advice for estate planning and administration.
Joanne Joyce
Head of Family Law
Experienced family law solicitor handling divorce, child arrangements, and cohabitation disputes. Provides sensitive yet pragmatic advice for clients navigating family legal matters in Matlock and surrounding areas.
Richard Roberts
Managing Director
Solicitor with 25+ years' experience in residential conveyancing and commercial property. Leads the conveyancing team with expertise in new builds and auction transactions. Manages firm operations from Matlock base.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We specialise in family law, property conveyancing, commercial property, employment law, and private client services including wills and probate.
How can I schedule a legal consultation?
Contact us via phone or email to discuss your situation. Our team will arrange a consultation to provide tailored legal advice.
Do you handle property transactions nationwide?
While based in Derbyshire, we act for clients throughout the UK and internationally, particularly for property and private client matters.
Are your legal fees transparent?
We provide clear cost information upfront. Our practitioners maintain open communication about charges for all legal services.
How experienced is your conveyancing team?
Our conveyancers have decades of combined experience handling residential and commercial property transactions, including complex leasehold and unregistered land cases.
Can you assist with commercial property disputes?
Our commercial property team handles disputes related to leases, developments, and agricultural land through negotiation or litigation as required.
Reviews (4)
Chris Eddisford
Nov 25, 2020
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Horrible service. If you want your projects to run at a snail's pace then this company is right for you. It's also too much to ask to get a breakdown of costs and to make things even better when Brooke-Taylors Solicitors was removed from the project they failed to cooperate with the new solicitors on many occasions claiming that documentation had been sent when it hadn't.
Having to get the Legal Ombudsman involved.
Having to get the Legal Ombudsman involved.
Mike Simpson
Nov 19, 2020
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Professional, friendly and have always provided an excellent level of service. My dealings with Tim Oaks and Philippa Ward have always been without fault.
Robert Johnson
Aug 19, 2020
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When I went into Brooke-Taylors to discuss my will and some other matters I met with Amy Holliday one of the solicitors. She was very helpful and guided me through the process efficiently and professionally. I have to put my house on the market in the new future and will have Brooke-Taylors to help me again.
Thorne Ruth
Jun 04, 2020
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Used Brooke-Taylors recently for a property transaction I found them to be really friendly and professional will certainly use them again
