Business Details
40 Years
experience
Trusted Legal Services in Manchester
Established in 1986, Widdows Pilling has built a reputation for delivering professional legal services with a client-focused approach. Our team of experienced solicitors specialises in conveyancing, family law, probate, and commercial legal matters, serving individuals and businesses across Walkden, Worsley, and Manchester. We prioritise accessibility, maintaining high standards of expertise while fostering a welcoming environment for clients.As signatories to the Law Society's Diversity Charter, we actively support initiatives like Returner to Work and Modern Apprenticeships, reflecting our commitment to inclusivity and professional development. Our decades of experience, combined with a dedication to ethical practice and client satisfaction, have earned us long-term loyalty from a diverse clientele.
Services
Conveyancing
Wills
Probate
Commercial Law
Family Law
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- We offer over 35 years of experience in legal services across Manchester.
- Our team includes Law Society Advanced Panel members for family and conveyancing law.
- We prioritise accessibility and client-focused communication.
- We maintain high standards through Law Society quality accreditation schemes.
- Our solicitors combine traditional values with modern legal expertise.
Associations and certifications
- Law Society Family Law Advanced Quality Mark
- Law Society Conveyance Quality Mark
What people say
Efficient service
Excellent advice
Very professional
Approachable
Fantastic effort
Services
Conveyancing
Our conveyancing service handles residential and commercial property transactions with expertise developed over 30 years. We manage house purchases, sales, re-mortgages, and complex commercial property deals. Clients benefit from our Law Society-accredited specialists who ensure smooth transactions while maintaining clear communication throughout the process.
Family Law
We specialise in resolving family law matters including divorce, financial settlements, and cohabitation disputes. Our Advanced Law Society Panel members provide sensitive yet practical solutions for child support and inheritance claims. With decades of experience, we help clients navigate emotionally challenging situations with professional guidance.
Probate Services
Our probate team offers comprehensive estate planning and administration services, including will preparation and power of attorney arrangements. We assist clients with fixed-cost wills and home visits for vulnerable individuals. With over 30 years of experience, we provide compassionate support during difficult times while ensuring legal compliance.
Commercial Law
We support small to medium businesses with commercial transactions including contracts, property leases, and dispute resolution. Our solicitors handle asset sales, business acquisitions, and employment law matters. With owner-managed business experience, we deliver cost-effective solutions tailored to commercial clients' specific needs.
Wills and Estates
Our wills service includes codicil preparation and inheritance planning with home visit options available. We help clients create legally sound documents to protect loved ones and charitable beneficiaries. The team's expertise ensures proper execution of estate plans while addressing individual family circumstances.
People
Donald C.S. Pilling
Partner
With 48 years' experience, Donald specialises in conveyancing and probate. He established the firm in 1974 and maintains a loyal client following through his friendly approach and expertise in property transactions.
Robert Jeremy Parker
Partner
Jeremy has 38 years' experience in family law and commercial litigation. As a Law Society Advanced Panel member, he provides expert advice on divorce settlements and commercial property matters while maintaining a direct, solution-focused approach.
Claire J. Pilling
Partner
Claire has 14 years' experience in wills, probate, and conveyancing. She combines professionalism with empathy, particularly when assisting vulnerable clients, and maintains strong relationships through her patient and efficient service.
Michael J Kirkham
Senior Solicitor
Mike has over 30 years' experience in property and business law. He specialises in commercial property transactions, agricultural land issues, and lease agreements, combining legal expertise with practical solutions for business clients.
Carole A. Scott
Partner
Carole specialises in property law with experience in sales, purchases, and lease extensions. She builds strong client relationships through her straightforward approach and commitment to achieving efficient outcomes for residential and commercial property matters.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We specialise in conveyancing, family law, probate services, commercial law, and wills/estates planning.
How long have you been operating in Manchester?
We've provided legal services in Walkden and Worsley since 1986, with over 35 years of local experience.
Are your solicitors accredited by professional bodies?
Yes, we hold Law Society quality marks for family law and conveyancing services.
Do you offer home visits for legal services?
Yes, our probate and wills team provides home visits when required by client needs.
How do you handle commercial property transactions?
Our commercial property team manages sales, leases, and development schemes with specialist legal expertise.
Reviews (6)
Jordan Clarke
Jun 21, 2022
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Recently purchased a property with Widdows Pilling being our solicitors, acting on our behalf. We were kept updated and Carole always responded to any enquiries we had in a timely manner. Would definitely recommend and if we did move in the future would use them again.
Rob McManway
Apr 25, 2021
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I instructed this company to undertake conveyancing on a BTL property. They under paid SDLT to HMRC, but took the correct amount from me. They spotted this error 12 months later and did not inform me. I received an interest tax demand from HMRC which when confronted with they said they knew nothing about. Only after months of further investigation with ourselves and HMRC did they finally admit the error. I would not recommend this company based on this experience.
Luke Hickman
Mar 01, 2021
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Carole Scott dealt with the purchase and sale of our property and couldn't have done more for us. Completely restored our faith in solicitors after previous bad experiences.
Janet Lawrence
Dec 22, 2020
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I've used Widdows & Pilling for a few years now and most recently with the estate of my dad & his house sale. I found the team of Claire, Shirley & Cath so kind and understanding with the circumstances. On a professional level they always replied quickly to phone calls & emails - I was very satisfied with the service recieved. An excellent company & team.
W. Elena
Mar 10, 2020
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Charlotte Ferguson is THE best, most reliable, and knowledgable solicitor one could ever have! She truly acts on her clients' best interests. She has saved us from many potentially problematic purchase, which in turn safeguarded our saving and investment. We feel so lucky to have her and are gratefully indebted to her. A++++++++++++
Steve Scott
Feb 12, 2019
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I have used Widdows Pilling now for over ten years! My contact there is :- Mr, Jeremy Parker.and his excellent Secretary Gillian! They have recently completed a conveyance on behalf of my son. I cannot stress enough how good and professional they are! I would have no hesitation in recommending Widdows Pulling & Co. Thank you Mr, Parker.and thank you Gillian! James & Steve Scott.
