Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Solicitors in Stoke-on-Trent
Established in 1919, we are a respected legal practice serving Stoke-on-Trent and surrounding areas. Our expertise spans residential conveyancing, wills, probate, and elderly client advice, delivered with a commitment to quality and accessibility. With over a century of local experience, we combine traditional values with modern efficiency through our Law Society-accredited conveyancing team and specialized case management systems.Our directors, including Managing Director Alan E. Whitmore, bring decades of institutional knowledge, having guided the firm through its evolution from a single office to a trusted regional provider. We maintain accessibility through ground-floor facilities, home visits, and flexible appointment options while upholding rigorous professional standards under SRA regulation.
Services
Conveyancing
Wills
Probate
Lasting Power of Attorney
Court of Protection
Details
- Year established: 1919
Highlights and features
- We have over 100 years of continuous legal service in Staffordshire
- Our practice is regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority
- We hold Law Society Conveyancing Quality Scheme accreditation
- We offer home visits for clients unable to travel
- We provide transparent cost breakdowns with no-obligation estimates
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
- Law Society's Conveyancing Quality Scheme
Services
Residential Conveyancing
Our Law Society-accredited conveyancing team handles residential property transactions with minimal client stress. We manage sales, purchases, re-mortgages, and equity transfers using specialized case management systems while maintaining personal service. All estimates include full cost breakdowns with no-obligation consultations available online or by appointment.
Wills and Trusts
We create legally sound wills to ensure your wishes are followed after death. Our services include trust creation, will amendments, and secure storage with copy provision. Particularly recommended for unmarried partners and civil partners to protect asset distribution according to personal wishes rather than intestacy rules.
Lasting Powers of Attorney
We prepare Property & Financial Affairs LPAs and Health & Welfare LPAs to manage your affairs if you lose capacity. Our process includes registration guidance with the Office of the Public Guardian and attorney appointment advice to ensure your chosen representatives can act when needed.
Probate Services
We assist with probate applications and letters of administration to manage deceased estates. Our services cover both testate and intestate cases, including asset distribution guidance and court of protection matters, ensuring legal compliance during complex bereavement periods.
Elderly Client Advice
Specialised legal support for older clients covering capacity planning, care arrangements, and asset protection. We provide accessible consultations in our ground-floor offices or through home visits, addressing specific needs related to aging and long-term care requirements.
People
Alan E. Whitmore
Managing Director
Qualified solicitor with over 50 years' experience since joining in 1970. Leads strategic direction while maintaining hands-on client service. Specialises in conveyancing and elderly client matters.
Victoria L. Whitmore
Director
Finance and compliance expert with extensive knowledge of legal practice management. Oversees financial operations and regulatory compliance for the firm's continued professional standards.
Stephanie J. L. Tams
Director
Licensed conveyancer with specialist property law expertise. Manages complex residential transactions and equity transfers while ensuring adherence to conveyancing quality standards.
Nadine Forrester
Private Client Solicitor
Wills and probate specialist handling estate planning, lasting powers of attorney, and post-death estate administration. Provides compassionate guidance during sensitive legal matters.
Clyde Chappell
Founder (Historical)
Established practice in 1919, setting foundations for century-long local service. Practised until 1967, creating legacy of trust and legal excellence continued by subsequent leadership.
Questions
What areas do you cover?
We serve Stoke-on-Trent, Newcastle-Under-Lyme, Staffordshire Moorlands, and Uttoxeter.
Are you regulated by the SRA?
Yes, we are authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority.
Do you offer home visits?
Yes, we provide home visits for clients unable to travel to our office.
How can I get conveyancing costs?
Visit our Conveyancing Estimate page for no-obligation cost breakdowns.
Are you part of the Conveyancing Quality Scheme?
Yes, we hold Law Society's Conveyancing Quality Scheme accreditation.
What are your office hours?
Monday-Thursday 9:15am-5pm, Friday 9:15am-4:30pm (closed 1-2pm for lunch)
Reviews (7)
Tracey Turner
Jun 20, 2022
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I would like to thank James, Francesca and Mary for all their help with my conveyancing. I would highly recommend using this company they were friendly, very efficient and great to deal with. I would highly recommend them.
Roxana Cherciu
Apr 24, 2022
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A great team, very professional. They have done everything to avoid any delays and had a good communication. We've purchased a house and they've done everything, for us it was a mininum effort. We recommend them with confidence and we are vary gratefull for everything they've done.
Gizmotriner
Apr 12, 2022
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I have used conveyancing services from many solicitors over the years and I have to say these have been the best. I have gone for price from national companies in the past who have proved to be slow and unresponsive, but you can't beat a local solicitor like this one. Wonderful from start to finish, will not be using any other in the future. Thank you all.
Matt Hulme
Mar 05, 2022
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Spoke to Robert on the phone last week. Paperwork completed today. All done. Thanks. Will highly recommended this Law Firm. Will use again
Camilla Jameson
Nov 10, 2021
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Excellent first time buyer experience with Clyde Chappell and Botham. Could always speak to the same person and great communication. Big thanks to Mary who chased on our behalf and was extremely helpful. Would highly recommend.
Daniel Barker
Jul 22, 2021
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Very professional and made the whole process of buying our house easier. James dealt with our purchase in a courteous and timely manner and communicated with us throughout which was great. Would highly recommend.
Emma Mellor
Jul 09, 2021
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Would highly recommend Clyde Chappell and Botham to anyone looking for Conveyancing. They are a friendly, knowledgeable firm who provide a great service. You will always deal with the same person, this means they will get to know you. Non of this faceless corporate rubbish! The whole team are great at what they do, James is top notch.
