Business Details
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Bournemouth
Established as a leading legal practice on the South Coast, we provide expert legal advice tailored to both businesses and individuals. Our team of specialists delivers clear, jargon-free solutions across commercial law, family law, property transactions, and dispute resolution. With recognition in the Legal 500 and Lexcel accreditation, we combine rigorous professional standards with a client-focused approach.Our services are accessible through in-person meetings, virtual consultations, and remote communication channels. We prioritise understanding our clients' unique circumstances to deliver strategic legal support that aligns with their personal and business objectives.
Services
Commercial Law
Family Law
Property Transactions
Dispute Resolution
Wills and Probate
Employment Law
Intellectual Property
Licensing
Mediation
Tax Planning
Highlights and features
- We offer specialist legal expertise across multiple practice areas with over 20 years' experience
- Our Lexcel-accredited processes ensure rigorous quality standards
- We provide flexible communication options including virtual consultations
- Our team delivers customised legal solutions for complex business and personal matters
- Recognised in the Legal 500 for excellence in client service and advice
Associations and certifications
- Legal 500
- Lexcel
What people say
Highly recommend
Efficient and supportive
Professional service
Kind and personable
Kept informed every step
Services
Commercial Law
We advise businesses on corporate transactions, commercial contracts, and regulatory compliance. Our specialists handle mergers, acquisitions, intellectual property protection, and employment law matters. With deep sector knowledge, we help companies navigate complex legal challenges while focusing on commercial objectives.
Family Law
Our family law team handles divorce proceedings, child arrangements, and financial settlements. We provide sensitive support for domestic abuse cases and relationship breakdowns. With specialist accreditation, we prioritise children's welfare while protecting clients' financial interests during emotional transitions.
Property Transactions
We manage residential and commercial property transactions with efficiency and precision. Services include lease extensions, equity release, and transfer of equity. Our conveyancers ensure smooth completions while addressing title issues and mortgage requirements for buyers and sellers.
Wills and Probate
Our specialists create tailored wills, lasting powers of attorney, and trust arrangements. We administer estates through probate processes while minimising inheritance tax liabilities. With tax planning expertise, we help clients protect assets for future generations.
Dispute Resolution
We resolve commercial and personal disputes through litigation and alternative methods. Our expertise covers contract disputes, professional negligence claims, and property conflicts. With a focus on early resolution, we combine negotiation skills with courtroom experience to protect clients' interests.
People
Victoria Boynes-Butler
Company and Commercial - Partner
Commercial law specialist with extensive experience in corporate transactions and business acquisitions. Advises clients on mergers, joint ventures, and commercial contracts while maintaining a practical, solution-focused approach to complex legal matters.
Brendan Herbert
Dispute Resolution - Partner
Leading dispute resolution expert handling commercial litigation and property disputes. Specialises in contractual conflicts and professional negligence claims, combining strategic thinking with courtroom expertise to achieve favourable outcomes for business clients.
Alison Lloyd
Wills, Probate, Tax and Trusts - Partner
Estate planning specialist with deep expertise in will drafting, probate administration, and tax-efficient trust structures. Advises families on inheritance planning and care home fee arrangements while maintaining a compassionate approach to sensitive legal matters.
Mark Preece
Commercial Property - Partner
Commercial property expert managing acquisitions, disposals, and development projects. Advises landlords and tenants on lease agreements and property portfolio management, combining technical knowledge with commercial awareness to deliver practical solutions.
Damian Summerscales
Family Law - Partner
Accredited family law specialist handling complex divorce cases and child custody arrangements. Focuses on achieving amicable resolutions while protecting clients' interests in financial settlements and post-separation parenting arrangements.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We specialise in commercial law, family law, property transactions, wills and probate, and dispute resolution. Our solicitors also handle employment law, intellectual property, and licensing matters.
Do you offer virtual legal consultations?
Yes, we provide flexible legal advice through virtual meetings, phone calls, and email correspondence alongside traditional in-person appointments.
What accreditations do you hold?
We maintain Lexcel accreditation for excellence in legal practice management and are recognised in the Legal 500 for our high-quality client service across all practice areas.
How do you handle property transactions?
Our conveyancing team manages residential and commercial property sales, purchases, and transfers with regular progress updates, ensuring efficient completions and addressing any title or mortgage issues.
Reviews (4)
Peter
Jul 10, 2026
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As a client in a particularly difficult family law case I consider myself fortunate to have retained the services of Laceys Solicitors of Bournemouth, most notably the excellent Family Law Solicitor Maisie Pollock and Family Law Department Head Damian Summerscales. Maisie has shown an unwavering commitment to the case and its complexities, has shown both considerable experience and understanding and demonstrated a high level of professionalism and attention to detail throughout. I would not hesitate in recommending Damian, Maisie and the team at Laceys.
Ruthia Berry
Jun 15, 2025
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Absolutely awful firm for family law. Highly recommend people read the reviews for their family law department across the board before deciding to work with Laceys Solicitors. I had the misfortune of dealing with Amber Tarrant and Claire Sawyer. E-mails would go unanswered for weeks, no preparation or contact before court hearings, they allowed CAFCASS to perjure themselves in court, dropped me as a client without telling me but told opposing counsel immediately who informed me days before I was due back in court (so opposing counsel was aware for weeks and blindsided me. Amber Tarrant actively ignored my e-mails during this time even though shed previously said she wold be in contact to discuss next steps) and kept refusing to do legal aid paperwork and insisted on me paying privately even though they were fully aware of financial circumstances. Tried to complain and was shut down, unsurprisingly as I expected them to close ranks and cover for each other which is exactly what they did.
Nicola Hind
May 25, 2025
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I had the pleasure of having Amber Tarrant from the Family Law department acting on my behalf. Amber stuck by me through a very stressful and difficult time. Amber helped me get the right outcome at this moment in time. Amber was very supportive and reassuring at times when I needed it. Always replied to emails and phone calls and would always get back to me if I ever needed her, or shed miss a call from me through no fault of her own, I appreciate that Amber also had other cases she was dealing with. Id just like to say thank you to everyone at Laceys Family Law department for their help and support especially Amber Tarrant & thank you also to Maisie Pollock.
Brendan Cafferkey
Apr 09, 2025
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Amala was exceptional throughout the entire process. I am extremely satisfied to have had someone who was highly competent and an outstanding communicator. I am confident that for any future conveyancing requirements, Laceys Solicitors will perform an exceptional job.