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Lawson-West 20pp Brochure

Lawson-West 20pp Brochure

your legal partner for life



Introduction to Lawson-West

Based from three offices throughout Leicestershire, Lawson-West have been providing support, advice and professional legal services for over 40 years.
We pride ourselves on speaking in straight forward language, showing integrity in all that we do, ensuring that the needs of our clients are at the centre of all our
decisions and getting to a resolution in all legal matters brought to us.
We have hand-picked a fantastic group of qualified solicitors and lawyers, each with a specialist area of expertise. Our goal is to provide impeccable service in which
our clients can trust, be available at a time to suit and provide support that is valued and admired. What makes us different? It is the pride, passion and determination
that every member of our team gives to each and every client. We don’t accept average service, and neither should you.
Engaging with legal services can often be very stressful. We can’t take that stress away, but we can support you through the process, engage with you when you
want, communicate clearly, concisely and regularly, provide confidentiality as a given and be with you throughout your journey.
We are driven by our passion to help others. We are here. For you.

PASSION PRIDE INTEGRITY

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Meet the Team

Brought together by the set of values upon which our business is built, the dedicated Board of Directors at Lawson-West are both practicing solicitors and leaders
of their teams.
With a notable reputation for giving personal attention and a high standard of professionalism across all services, our Directors and their teams advise clients on
a wide range of legal needs. Our experts specialise in all areas of law, including commercial litigation, dispute resolution, property and conveyancing, employment,
private client, family law, children law, wills, probate and trusts.
Whatever your legal support requirements, we are your legal partner for life.

Ashley Hunt, Director; Employment
David Heys, Director; Commercial
Vicky Jones, Director; Probate and Wills
James Haworth, Director; Family

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Family

Divorce or separation, agreeing on living arrangements, or finding resolution for financial matters, Family Law requires empathy, depth of understanding and clear
communication. What is also required is tenacity, a deep-rooted sense of what is ‘right’ and a spirit that gets to an appropriate solution, every time.

Our experienced Family Law Team has all of this and more. They are determined to find a solution to family matters that pleases clients and offers a service built
around you, your needs and requirements. Meetings can be set at flexible times of the day and locations so that frank, open and honest conversations can take
place in complete confidence.

In cases involving families, Lawson-West set at the heart of all they do the needs and wants of the children. The best option for the children must be at the centre
of any decisions and this is the foundations upon which our advice is established.

The first phone call is likely to be the hardest to make. Our Family Law Team know and understand what you are going through. We will work with you throughout
your case as much as is required, independently, sensitively, discretely and compassionately.

Divorce & Separation Financial Matters
Children Matters Civil Partnership Dissolution
Mediation Prenuptial agreement

Family Testimonial

‘After speaking to other solicitors prior to meeting you, I can easily say that you were the most professional out of all of them and told me everything that I
needed to know to guide me through the process. For me, divorce was always going to be stressful as I was previously unaware of the challenges that I may or
may not face throughout the process. You alleviated a lot of my fears and if I had not met you, I would have probably continued to avoid divorce and bury my
head in the sand for a few more years.’

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Probate and Wills

Why does only 30% of the population have a Will? We don’t know the answer to that. After all, as Benjamin Franklin once famously said, ‘In this world nothing can be
said to be certain, except death and taxes,’ and if the inevitable comes before a Will has been made, the level of paperwork levied on the family left behind is sizeable.

A Will is one of those things we all say we will get around to. Well, now’s the time! Our approachable Probate and Wills Team can assist you in the process of
creating your Will, mirror Wills for married couples, make changes to existing Wills due to circumstances, or conduct a review of your Will to ensure your estate is
maximised after your death.

In addition, our team are experts in the field of Lasting Powers of Attorney, together with Court of Protection advice and Inheritance Tax Planning. Getting your
finances and health support matters in check far ahead of the time in which they will be needed provides you and your family with the peace of mind and forward
planning that means additional stresses are avoided at a time that these powers are required.

Working with the executors, in the event of the death of a loved one, we can provide expert support and advice in the administration of an estate and ensure that
the wishes of the deceased are managed in a considerate manner.

The area of law that no one wants to talk about - but everyone knows that they must. Make time to create your Will, consider a review of an existing Will and
discuss Lasting Powers of Attorney. Much more reliable than a time machine when it is too late!

Wills & Probate Inheritance Tax Planning
Lasting Powers of Attorney Estate Planning & Administration
Court of Protection

Probate and Wills Testimonial

‘Very professional and personal service given’

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Conveyancing

Have you found your dream home? Looking for a solicitor to deal with the legal work? Look no further; you have found us, your legal partner for life!

At Lawson-West we pride ourselves on making the process of moving to a new house as simple, convenient and smooth as we possibly can for our clients. We are
experts in the field of conveyancing. We know all the tricks to get you over the threshold resulting in you popping the champagne in your new abode.

Our Residential Conveyancing Team has been accredited members of the Law Society’s Conveyancing Quality Scheme since 2013 and has a vast amount of
knowledge about the legalities surrounding a house move.The team is vigilant to keep up with market trends and industry regulations and works in close collaboration
with the estate agents of the region to ensure your matter runs smoothly to completion. We build relationships based on trust and respect for the different teams
involved in the conveyancing process, to ensure that communications are kept open and the best possible timeline is achieved.

Working on realistic time-frames and keeping you and the estate agents up-to-date at every stage of the process, you will always feel in control and know exactly
what point your matter has reached. If there are any issues, we will explain the situation to you in straightforward terms and help you to make any decisions that
are necessary.

Buying and selling a house need not be stressful, with Lawson-West supporting you.

Residential Conveyancing Transfer of Equity
Remortgages Joint Ownership
Right to Buy Declaration of Trust

Conveyancing Testimonial www.lawson-west.co.uk

‘Excellent service, very helpful and kept me in the loop with what was happening. Thank you!’

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Employment

Whether you are a business requiring support for an employee issue or an individual seeking legal advice for an employment issue, our qualified and experienced
Employment Law Team are able to help.

Employment issues can be highly complex, fast-paced and must react to regular changes in the law. Our Employment experts are no strangers to this and as part
of their service will keep you informed about any relevant changes that may affect you. We support businesses of all shapes and sizes, to set up the required
contracts, policies and procedures whilst supporting them with any employment issues, payroll queries and disciplinary or grievance concerns.

Dismissal, redundancy and discrimination issues are just a few of the areas of expertise that our Employment Law Team can advise individuals on.

Experts at negotiation, conciliation and mediation, we endeavour to avoid lengthy, costly court hearings. However, with a determination to always achieve the
best possible outcome for our client, if court is the answer, we will also support you through Tribunal and Appeal Tribunal Claims. Professional and pragmatic, we
will provide you with a realistic and objective perspective on your case, providing an honest opinion as to your best course of action and possible outcomes, so
that you are able to make appropriate decisions confidently.

Negotiation Discrimination
Conciliation and Mediation Tribunal and Appeal Tribunal Claims
Dismissal Payroll Issues
Redundancy Disciplinary and Grievance

Employment Testimonial

‘From the first time you contacted me, your experience and knowledge gave me the confidence and resolve to carry out the grievance against my former employer.
I had not had any experience of this type of situation, so I needed someone like you to guide me through the process. I am grateful for the way in which you dealt
with the issues that arose resulting in a successful outcome.’

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Dispute Resolution

Our Dispute Resolution and Litigation Team are experts at problem solving. Our highly experienced Team helps individuals and all manner of businesses to deal
with disputes that can arise for any number of reasons. We can assist with the disputes listed below and several other dispute types not listed.

For individuals, we can help with property disputes; neighbour disputes, disputes with your landlord exercising rights under the Consumer Rights Act; and resolving
contentious probate matters.

For businesses, these disputes may include, but are not limited to, breach of contract claims; debt recovery; agency disputes; shareholder rights; Director’s duties;
partnership disputes; professional negligence claims; and landlord and tenant disputes (including dilapidation claims).

There is no doubt that dealing with a dispute can be stressful, time-consuming and expensive. Our aim is to minimise this for our clients. We approach cases with
common sense and remove any jargon to ensure clients understand their options and achieve the best resolution as quickly and cost effectively as possible. We
are skilled negotiators and many disputes can be resolved quickly without the need to involve the Court. However, we will never settle for less than the best
possible outcome for you and your situation. If Court proceedings are necessary, we will support you throughout and work tirelessly to ensure the best possible
outcome is achieved.

Property Disputes Breach of Contract
Landlord and Tenant Disputes (including dilapidations) Debt Recovery
Contentious Probate Matters Shareholder and Partnership Disputes
Neighbour Disputes Professional Disputes

Dispute Resolution Testimonial

‘Thank you for your excellent advice and counsel on this matter. From initial instruction the whole claim process has been handled both professionally and
diligently, culminating in yesterday’s successful negotiation of an out-of-court settlement.’

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Commercial and Property

As a Commercial Law Department, we work with business owners to protect and improve their businesses. Whether a sole trader, in partnership or as a Company
Director, Lawson-West are here as your legal partner for any legal services necessary. From managing property deals via purchase or lease, acquiring or selling a business,
landlord and tenant deals, company restructure or change, shareholder management, creating terms of business and dispute, our service levels remain exemplary.

Helping your business prosper is the foundation upon which our team is built. We make it our priority to understand your business goals and how you operate so
that we can add value in as many ways as possible through problem solving, risk management, future proofing and protecting intellectual property. From ensuring
the correct wayleaves are in place before engaging builders or contractors to the differences between SIPPs and SSASs when making decisions on pension fund
management, we understand the hurdles and pitfalls, and can support and advise.

Our team specialises individually in a variety of areas and our wide range of skills, disciplines and experience means we know what problems are likely to arise and
how to solve them. Most importantly, we have a work ethic to simply get things done!

Commercial Commercial Property and Land Property and Land

Business Sale and Purchase Asset and Share Sale, Purchase Development Land Acquisition Acquisition and Management of
and Management Real Estate Portfolios
Articles of Association Property and Development
Franchise and Partnership Agreements Property Finance and Auctions
Shareholder Agreements Agreements
Landlord and Tenant Pension Fund Options
Business Terms and Conditions Secured Lending and Loan and Property Investments
Agreements Acquisition and Disposal
Joint Ventures, Restructuring of Properties Telecoms, Wayleaves and
and Consortium Arrangements Supply of Services Agreements Renewable Energy

Commercial Testimonial

‘Lawson-West did an excellent job of reviewing a royalty agreement for me. You listened and understood what I was hoping to achieve out of the agreement.
The review was thorough and diligent - you clarified and explained all the clauses and legal terms that were unclear to me, and highlighted important gaps in
the agreement that needed to be raised with the other party. I was very satisfied with the work that Lawson-West did for me.’

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Lawson-West your legal partner for life.

Our core values are adopted throughout the organisation and are reflected in everything we do.

Our core values are to:

Act with integrity, honesty and openness
Be caring, helpful, supportive, approachable and respectful of others
Work proactively, positively and consistently
Be brave, challenge issues and empower people

Unlike other solicitors, we treat you as an individual, not another case. We care about you and your circumstances and strive to get you the best result we can.

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Leicester Office your legal partner for life Wigston Office

4 Dominus Way Market Harborough Office 44 Long Street
Meridian Business Park Millers House, Roman Way Wigston
Market Harborough
Leicester LE19 1RP Leicestershire LE16 7PQ Leicester LE18 2AH

T: 0116 212 1000 T: 01858 445 480 T: 0116 212 1080

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Lawson-West Solicitors Limited is registered in England and Wales (registered number 7514625). Registered office: 4 Dominus Way, Leicester, LE19 1RP. A list of Directors is available for inspection at this address.
Lawson-West Solicitors Limited is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. www.sra.org.uk


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