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Your Trusted Legal Partner Since 1884
Established in 1884, John Barkers Solicitors has built a legacy of legal excellence spanning over 140 years. Our firm combines deep-rooted local knowledge with comprehensive expertise in conveyancing, family law, wills and probate, criminal defense, and business services. With offices in Grimsby, Louth, and Mablethorpe, we serve clients across Lincolnshire and beyond, offering tailored legal solutions delivered by a team of accredited specialists. Our commitment to ethical practice, client education, and community engagement has earned us recognition as a trusted advisor in both personal and corporate legal matters.We maintain active memberships with professional bodies including the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA ID 560733) and adhere to strict data protection standards (Entry ZA582220). Through generations, we've preserved our founding principles of accessibility and integrity while embracing modern legal technologies to better serve our clients.
Services
Conveyancing
Family Law
Wills
Probate
Criminal Defense
Employment Law
Corporate Law
Agricultural Law
Landlord Advice
Contract Law
Highlights and features
- 140 years of continuous legal service excellence
- SRA-regulated solicitors with specialist accreditations
- Tailored legal solutions for complex family and business needs
- Award-winning conveyancing department with local property expertise
- Comprehensive legal support from experienced multi-disciplinary teams
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
Services
Conveyancing
Our conveyancing specialists handle residential and commercial property transactions with expertise developed over 140 years. We manage lease extensions, remortgages, and complex property disputes while maintaining transparent pricing. Clients benefit from dedicated case management and regular progress updates throughout the legal process.
Family Law
Accredited family law specialists provide compassionate representation in divorce proceedings, child arrangements, and domestic abuse cases. With Resolution membership and Children Panel accreditation, we prioritise amicable resolutions while vigorously protecting client interests in court when necessary.
Wills
SRA-certified will writers create legally sound estate plans starting at 238.80. Our services include trust creation, lasting powers of attorney, and inheritance tax planning. We ensure clear documentation that reflects clients' wishes while complying with current legal requirements.
Probate
We guide executors through probate processes including asset valuation, debt settlement, and inheritance distribution. Our team handles contentious probate matters and provides clear explanations of legal obligations during this complex administrative process.
Criminal Defense
Experienced criminal defense solicitors represent clients at police stations and courts nationwide. We handle motoring offenses, serious criminal charges, and appeal processes while maintaining 24/7 availability for urgent legal matters.
People
Howard Field
Senior Partner and Chair of the Board
Admitted as solicitor in 1989 with 30+ years' experience in family law and child protection. SRA-regulated legal professional specialising in complex child custody cases and vulnerable client representation.
Jonathan Stones
Head of Conveyancing
Qualified solicitor since 2003 with expertise in residential and commercial property law. Leads conveyancing department while maintaining active involvement in farming community legal matters.
Adrian Coggon
Head of Family Mediation
Family law specialist with 20+ years' experience handling high-value financial disputes and pre-nuptial agreements. Accredited family mediator providing balanced dispute resolution services.
Tracey Pickard
Head of Residential Conveyancing
Qualified solicitor since 2002 with extensive conveyancing experience. Appointed Director in 2022, managing Louth branch operations and residential property transactions.
James Clarke
Head of Commercial
Commercial property specialist with 15+ years' experience in corporate transactions. Provides strategic legal advice on business acquisitions and commercial real estate matters.
Questions
What legal services do you offer for first-time home buyers?
We provide comprehensive conveyancing support including property searches, contract reviews, and completion assistance specifically tailored for first-time buyers.
How can I create a legally valid will?
Our SRA-certified will writers create bespoke wills starting at £238.80, including guidance on executors, asset distribution, and inheritance tax considerations.
What happens during the probate process?
We guide executors through asset valuation, debt settlement, tax filings, and inheritance distribution while ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
Do you offer legal aid for family law cases?
Legal aid may be available for eligible clients in care proceedings and domestic abuse cases. Our specialists can assess your eligibility during initial consultations.
How do I contest a criminal conviction?
Our criminal defense team provides appeal services including grounds assessment, court representation, and sentence mitigation strategies for overturned convictions.
What property searches are required during conveyancing?
Standard searches include local authority checks, environmental assessments, and water drainage investigations to identify potential property issues.
Reviews (5)
Mark Hickson
Aug 28, 2021
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Used these guys for our house move and i'm super impressed with them, absolutely motivated to give a good personable service and also extremely competent. Worth every penny, highly recommend
Chris Halstead
Jun 22, 2021
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A little out the way prefered there previous premises difficult to get to if you don't no where your going.
Ian Tinmurth
Nov 16, 2020
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I used John Barkers solicitors for my conveyancing and found them to be extremely professional. They took me through the process step by step and explained everything to me. The transaction went seamlessly it was completed within four weeks; and I put that down to the great personnel that carried out the process checking every detail. I was really happy with the price and I would highly recommend and will definitely use them again in the future.
John Ashbrook
Sep 14, 2020
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Positive:Professionalism
It's great to talk to such warm and reassuring people at such trying times. Great professionalism. Great knowledge. Oh, and a great new office, too. Thank-you.
It's great to talk to such warm and reassuring people at such trying times. Great professionalism. Great knowledge. Oh, and a great new office, too. Thank-you.
Matthew Pattinson
Jul 19, 2020
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Fantastic team - thanks for all your help guys. Knowledgable, friendly and understanding, highly recommended.
