Business Details
30 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Haverfordwest
Hains & Lewis Solicitors was established in May 1996 following the merger of Victoria Hains and Daniel Lewis, who had practiced as sole practitioners since 1991 and 1994 respectively. Over the years, the firm has grown through strategic mergers, including Jones & Jones in 2006 and Nicola Gwynn Solicitors in 2015. Our team of experienced legal professionals is committed to delivering high-quality, client-focused services across South West Wales. We hold accreditations from the Law Society for Family Law Advanced and Children Law, and our conveyancing department is Conveyancing Quality Scheme (CQS) accredited.Our services span family law, child care law, property transactions, Wills and estate administration, business law, and dispute resolution. We prioritise clear communication, transparent fee structures, and accessible legal advice, including legal aid funding where applicable. Our directors bring decades of combined experience, ensuring clients receive expert representation in both personal and commercial matters. We operate from four offices in Haverfordwest, Carmarthen, Narberth, and Cardigan, serving individuals and businesses with a commitment to excellence and client care.
Services
Family Law
Child Care Law
Dispute Resolution
Business Law
Residential Property
Wills & Probate
Conveyancing
Legal Aid Cases
Estate Administration
Commercial Property
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in legal services across South West Wales
- Our team holds Law Society accreditations in Family and Children Law
- We offer fixed-fee conveyancing and transparent pricing structures
- Our multi-office presence ensures accessible legal support in Pembrokeshire and Carmarthenshire
- We combine director-level expertise with compassionate client care
Associations and certifications
- Law Society Family Law Advanced
- Law Society Children Law
- Conveyancing Quality Scheme (CQS)
What people say
Exceptional attention to detail
Professional and swift service
Daunting experience into enjoyable
Patient and reassuring
Knowledge and experience gave confidence
Services
Family Law
Our Law Society-accredited family law team specialises in divorce proceedings, financial settlements, and child arrangement disputes. We provide strategic representation for prenuptial agreements and complex asset division cases. With over 25 years of combined experience, our solicitors prioritise amicable resolutions while maintaining rigorous advocacy in court when necessary. Clients benefit from transparent fee structures and flexible consultation options across four office locations.
Child Care Law
Recognised by the Law Society for Children Law accreditation, our specialist department handles care orders, adoption cases, and social services interventions. We represent parents, guardians, and children in proceedings requiring urgent action. The team offers legal aid funding where applicable and provides early intervention advice to prevent escalation of family disputes involving minors.
Residential Conveyancing
As CQS-accredited conveyancers, we manage residential property transactions including freehold/leasehold purchases, remortgages, and new-build acquisitions. Our fixed-fee structure covers standard transactions, with clear estimates provided for complex cases. We handle developer site acquisitions and infrastructure agreements, supported by dedicated property law expertise across all office locations.
Wills & Probate
Our private client department provides will drafting, inheritance tax planning, and probate administration services. We specialise in contested probate cases and Court of Protection deputyship applications. Clients receive tailored advice on Lasting Powers of Attorney and statutory will creation, with home visits available for vulnerable individuals requiring lifetime planning support.
Dispute Resolution
We resolve commercial and personal disputes through negotiation, mediation, and litigation. Our expertise covers landlord-tenant conflicts, boundary disputes, and inheritance claims. The team handles personal injury cases on conditional fee arrangements and provides strategic debt recovery services for businesses, prioritising cost-effective solutions while maintaining litigation readiness.
People
Victoria Hains
Consultant Solicitor
Founder of the firm with over 30 years' experience in legal practice. Specialises in property law and business acquisitions. Key figure in multiple merger activities that expanded the firm's regional presence.
Daniel Lewis
Consultant Solicitor
Co-founder with extensive expertise in commercial property transactions. Instrumental in establishing the firm's corporate law department. Maintains active involvement in strategic business development.
Christopher Taylor
Director
Specialist family law solicitor with 20+ years' experience. Recognised for complex divorce settlements and child custody cases. Leads the Haverfordwest office and frequently receives client commendations for compassionate representation.
Sharon Knox
Director
Head of Child Care Law department with Law Society Children Panel accreditation. Handles high-profile care proceedings and adoption cases. Provides expert testimony in social services interventions and child protection conferences.
Eloise Llewellin
Director
Former TOL Llewellin partner with expertise in residential conveyancing. Manages property transactions across Pembrokeshire. Specialises in leasehold enfranchisement and new-build property developments.
Questions
What areas do Hains & Lewis Solicitors cover?
We operate from four offices in Haverfordwest, Carmarthen, Narberth, and Cardigan, serving clients across South West Wales including Pembrokeshire and Carmarthenshire.
Do you offer fixed-fee legal services?
Yes, we provide fixed-fee conveyancing and standard will drafting services. Complex matters receive detailed cost estimates before commencement.
Are your solicitors accredited?
Our family law and child care teams hold Law Society accreditations, and our conveyancing department is Conveyancing Quality Scheme (CQS) accredited.
Can I get legal aid funding?
We offer legal aid funding for eligible child care law cases. Our team can assess your eligibility during initial consultations.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept debit/credit card payments, online transfers, and direct bank payments. Cash payments are no longer accepted.
Reviews (4)
Jamie Howell
May 10, 2021
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Critical:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness
Very poor. Wouldn't attempt to use again!
Very poor. Wouldn't attempt to use again!
Holly Davis
Oct 29, 2020
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Original review removed due to being threatened with legal action even though it is my belief that my review was an open, honest and factual account!
Jessie Aldridge
Sep 17, 2018
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I used them for my Divorce. They were fantastic and got me far more than I ever thought possible. Cannot recommend more highly.
Jason Tomlin
Dec 15, 2012
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Great results and a professional service. Dan Lewis and the team are very easy to work with. They take all the stress out of the process and deliver an open honest value for money service. Highly recommend using them.
