Business Details
Trusted Legal Experts in Tavistock Since the 1800s
Chilcotts Law combines traditional values with modern legal expertise, prioritising client care and plain-English communication. Established in Tavistock since the 1800s, we serve individuals and businesses with specialist legal support across private client matters, residential conveyancing, and commercial property. Our solicitors maintain forward-thinking approaches while upholding decades of trusted experience, ensuring clients benefit from both heritage and contemporary solutions. Accredited by the Law Society's Conveyancing Quality Scheme and affiliated with the Society of Later Life Advisers, we deliver tailored legal advice with proactive updates and transparent fees. Our team provides personal support through dedicated solicitors, offering flexible appointments and nationwide assistance.We prioritise client satisfaction through timely updates, practical guidance, and a commitment to resolving matters efficiently. As a member of the Law Society Diversity and Inclusion Charter, we maintain high professional standards while fostering an inclusive environment. Our services extend to probate, litigation, lasting power of attorney, and deputyships, supported by a team of experienced solicitors and legal professionals. We work closely with clients to address their unique needs, whether navigating property transactions, estate planning, or commercial disputes. Our focus remains steadfast on delivering first-class client care and innovative legal solutions tailored to individual circumstances.
Services
Residential Conveyancing
Commercial Property
Litigation
Probate and Administration of Estates
Lasting Power of Attorney
Highlights and features
- We combine over 170 years of local legal heritage with modern expertise.
- Our solicitors communicate complex legal matters in plain English.
- Accredited by the Law Society's Conveyancing Quality Scheme for property services.
- We offer flexible appointments, including home visits and video consultations.
- Our team provides proactive updates at every stage of your legal matter.
Associations and certifications
- Law Society Conveyancing Quality Scheme
- Society of Later Life Advisers (SOLLA)
What people say
Utmost professionalism
Stress-free process
Prompt communication
Exceptional expertise
Personalised care
Services
Residential Conveyancing
Our residential conveyancing service ensures smooth property transactions with dedicated solicitors accredited by the Law Society's Conveyancing Quality Scheme. We handle purchases, sales, remortgages, and equity transfers while providing regular updates and clear communication. Our team works closely with mortgage lenders and offers flexible appointment options including home visits and video consultations for client convenience.
Commercial Property
We provide comprehensive commercial property services covering sales, purchases, leases, and development projects with a commercially aware approach. Our solicitors understand business needs and offer direct communication with dedicated legal professionals. We handle agricultural matters, property development, and complex transactions with expertise in planning agreements and environmental considerations.
Probate and Administration
Our probate specialists guide clients through estate administration following bereavement, handling will validation, asset valuation, and tax considerations. We assist executors and administrators with clear guidance on inheritance tax planning and distribution of assets according to legal requirements while providing compassionate support during difficult times.
Lasting Power of Attorney
We help clients establish lasting power of attorney arrangements for financial and welfare decisions, ensuring their wishes are protected if mental capacity is lost. Our specialists register documents with the Office of the Public Guardian and provide guidance on appointing attorneys for property, financial affairs, and personal welfare matters.
Litigation Services
Our litigation team resolves commercial and personal disputes through practical advice and alternative dispute resolution methods. We handle landlord-tenant conflicts, boundary issues, debt recovery, and contested probate matters with experienced representation in court proceedings when necessary, focusing on minimising disruption to clients' lives and businesses.
People
David Wilde
Notary Public Director
Experienced solicitor with specialist expertise in probate and estate planning, providing professional and sensitive legal support to clients during bereavement.
Adam Jewels
Solicitor & Director
Residential conveyancing expert known for efficient service and clear communication, particularly assisting first-time buyers with property transactions.
Beverley Sheehan
Commercial Property Lawyer
Seasoned commercial property specialist with extensive experience in agricultural sales, leases, and complex property transactions across Devon and Cornwall.
Lindsay Musgrove
Legal Assistant
Supports the conveyancing team with administrative tasks and client communication, known for efficiency and helpful approach to client matters.
Jenny Green
Graduate Solicitor Apprentice
Newly qualified legal professional studying towards Solicitor Qualifying Exams, providing enthusiastic support to the private client team.
Questions
What areas of law does Chilcotts Law Law specialise in?
We specialise in residential conveyancing, commercial property, probate and estate administration, litigation, lasting power of attorney, and deputyships.
Are Chilcotts Law Law accredited by professional bodies?
Yes, we are accredited by the Law Society's Conveyancing Quality Scheme and affiliated with the Society of Later Life Advisers.
How does Chilcotts Law Law support clients during property transactions?
Our conveyancing team provides regular updates, clear communication, and flexible appointments including home visits and video calls.
What are Chilcotts Law Law's fee structures like?
We provide transparent fee estimates upfront with no hidden costs, ensuring clients understand all costs before proceeding.
Can Chilcotts Law Law assist with legal matters outside Tavistock?
Yes, while based in Tavistock, our specialist expertise supports clients across Devon and nationwide for various legal matters.
Reviews (7)
Paul Mackie
Oct 22, 2021
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My initial enquiry was efficient and helpful. I was informed about using the online fee quote, which gives a full costing breakdown. Very useful
Rp D.
May 23, 2020
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I can thoroughly recommend Adam Jewels at Chilcotts Law for all conveyancing matters. Excellent attention to detail, highly efficient, clear and timely communication, friendly and always responsive, nothing was too much trouble to Adam. A five star service!
Alison Warren
Jan 22, 2020
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Excellent support and guidance from Adam with our house purchase. Great attention to detail and always happy to answer any questions. The admin Team were efficient and friendly.
David Fairhead
Nov 25, 2019
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Amazingly professional and knowledgeable. Very individual needs focused. Massive difference to London where I had the stupid conveyance on the planet. I highly recommend Adam, and Piri. Amazed at great customer service.
L. D.
Nov 03, 2019
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I can recommend Adam Jewels who did our conveyancing work. We had several issues, questions, which he always answered and dealt with promptly, and clearly. Very polite and patient.excellent.
Julie W.
Oct 11, 2018
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Excellent service and good value. Would definitely recommend. Adam Jewels was very thorough and clear with all details of our house sale and gave clear guidance throughout. Adam responded very quickly to all communications. Everyone we spoke to including Adam's secretary Anne were very professional. We have used Chilcotts several times and will continue to use them for future requirements. Thank you from Mr & Mrs W of Gunnislake
Scarlet Light
Dec 13, 2017
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This was our second experience of working with Adam Jewels - previously he had assisted with our house sale and, in recent months the purchase of our new property. We can unhesitatingly recommend Adam's work - the attention to detail, persistence and calmness under fire eased the difficult and tortuous process of house purchase. All queries were rapidly dealt with and we always - and we mean always - had a rapid response. Technicalities were patiently explained and his pre-emptive interventions probably saved us - and the vendors - a great deal of time. A really great experience.
