Business Details
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Widnes
At Forster Dean, we are committed to delivering expert legal solutions tailored to the unique needs of our clients. With decades of combined experience across our specialist departments, we provide direct access to qualified solicitors who prioritise your concerns as our own. Our conveyancing team ensures seamless property transactions, while our family law experts handle sensitive matters with empathy and precision. In employment law, we offer strategic advice for both employers and employees, navigating complex disputes with clarity. Our probate and wills services combine meticulous planning with compassionate guidance, ensuring your legacy is protected.Specialising in serious injury claims, we secure life-changing compensation for clients through diligent advocacy. As a firm, we blend traditional values with modern efficiency, maintaining a nationwide reach while delivering a personal service. Our track record in high-profile cases demonstrates our ability to achieve favourable outcomes, even in the most challenging circumstances. Client testimonials consistently highlight our professionalism, responsiveness, and ability to simplify complex legal processes. We believe in community-focused legal support, making a tangible difference in the lives of those we serve.
Services
Conveyancing
Family Law
Employment Law
Probate
Wills
Serious Injury Claims
Highlights and features
- We offer a bespoke service in our specialist departments
- We provide direct access to qualified and very experienced lawyers
- Our team has successfully handled complex cases at Employment Appeal Tribunal
- We combine traditional values with modern delivery methods
- We have a nationwide reach while maintaining a personal service
What people say
Very polite and helpful
Efficient service
Top class service
Kept up to date
Made situation comfortable
Services
Conveyancing
Our conveyancing service handles residential property transactions including purchases, sales, remortgaging and equity transfers. We provide dedicated support throughout the process, ensuring clear communication and timely completions. With experience in complex transactions requiring urgent deadlines, we specialise in minimising stress while maintaining legal compliance and protecting client interests.
Family Law
We handle all aspects of family law including divorce proceedings, financial settlements and child custody arrangements. Our approach focuses on resolving matters amicably while protecting client interests, with expertise in complex financial divisions and prenuptial agreements. We provide practical guidance for both married and cohabiting couples facing relationship breakdowns.
Employment Law
Our employment law service covers unfair dismissal claims, discrimination cases and workplace disputes for both employers and employees. We provide specialist advice on settlement agreements, disciplinary procedures and tribunal representation. With experience in complex employment appeals, we deliver strategic legal solutions tailored to individual circumstances.
Probate
We manage probate administration, will execution and estate distribution according to legal requirements. Our services include tax planning, trust creation and international estate management. We handle estates of all sizes, providing practical solutions to minimise costs and resolve inheritance matters efficiently and compassionately.
Serious Injury Claims
Specialising in catastrophic injury claims, we secure compensation for brain injuries, spinal damage and limb loss. Our team coordinates rehabilitation support while pursuing maximum damages through negotiation or litigation. With proven success in multi-million pound settlements, we focus on long-term client recovery and financial security.
People
Yvonne Hall
Legal Director
Experienced legal director with specialist expertise in conveyancing and property law, overseeing residential transactions and equity transfers with a client-focused approach.
Nick Hall
Head of Private Client
Private client specialist managing wills, probate and inheritance tax planning, with extensive experience in complex estate administration and trust creation.
Marie Oates
Senior Conveyancing Manager
Senior conveyancing manager handling residential property transactions, specialising in timely completions for clients with urgent relocation requirements.
Questions
What areas of law does Forster Dean specialise in?
We specialise in conveyancing, family law, employment law, probate, wills and serious injury claims, with dedicated teams in each practice area.
How can Forster Dean help with property transactions?
Our conveyancing team handles residential transactions including purchases, sales, remortgaging and equity transfers, providing step-by-step guidance through the process.
What makes your family law service different?
We combine legal expertise with compassionate guidance, specialising in complex financial settlements and child custody arrangements with minimal conflict.
Do you handle complex employment law cases?
Yes, we manage complex employment disputes including discrimination claims and appeals at Employment Appeal Tribunal level.
How do you approach serious injury claims?
We prioritise early rehabilitation support while pursuing maximum compensation, with proven success in catastrophic injury cases worth millions.
Can you assist with estate planning?
Our probate and wills team offers comprehensive estate planning, including tax-efficient wills, trusts and inheritance tax planning strategies.
Reviews (4)
John Gates
Apr 18, 2022
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Big thanks to Kieran Farrow in managing both my sale and purchase side by side to completion. Nothing too much trouble always responds to emails and queries promptly and available to speak to on the phone. Communication and service Fantastic. Highly recommend and wouldn't use anyone else in future.
Bradley Lfc
Dec 31, 2021
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I had Jackie Farrow and her team looking after my conveyancing, they were absolutely outstanding! There's no way I'd choose anyone else after the work they have put in on my behalf. I appointed them mid October and I'm now in my house, I might add that by the end of November they had completed everything. Also I do want to thank Demi for her hard work too as she was constantly answering my queries when Jackie was busy.
Chris Rae
Sep 28, 2021
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Ian Rowson and Emma Hartley were outstanding from start to finish for our property purchase. Will 100% use this firm again. Recommend them all day long!
Paul Wrigley
May 24, 2021
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I was recommended to use Forster Dean by 2 separate people and I am glad I did! From start to finish their help and advice was 1st class. I was assigned a conveyancer Nicola Morris who took care of everything even going above and beyond when there were issues with the lease on the new house. I was kept informed and updated at regular intervals and nothing seemed to much trouble. I have recommended Forster Dean to several friends and colleagues and would not hesitate to recommend them to anyone in the future. If I ever move house again you will be top of the list!
