Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Legal Services in Wigan
Established in 1971, MBH Solicitors has built a reputation as a trusted legal practice serving Wigan and the North West. Our team of experienced solicitors specialises in family law, conveyancing, probate, and commercial legal services, offering clients a combination of fixed-cost options and free 30-minute initial consultations. We prioritise client needs through a modern approach, utilising electronic communication while maintaining traditional service standards. Our commitment to prompt communication ensures all phone calls are returned on the same day. With a diverse client base and a high rate of referrals, we combine decades of local legal expertise with a forward-thinking mindset.Our services are designed to support both individuals and businesses through major life milestones, from property transactions to family law matters. We maintain transparency in pricing and payment methods, accepting cheques, bank transfers, and card payments. As a firm regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, we uphold the highest standards of professionalism and accountability. Our long-standing presence in the community reflects our dedication to delivering practical, cost-effective legal solutions tailored to each client's unique circumstances.
Services
Family Law
Conveyancing
Wills & Probate
Personal Injury
Commercial Property
Details
- Year established: 1971
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of combined legal experience in Wigan
- Our team offers free 30-minute initial consultations
- We guarantee same-day response to all client calls
- Fixed-cost legal services with transparent pricing
- Specialist solicitors in family law and conveyancing
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA)
What people say
Went Above and Beyond
Excellent communication
Professional and helpful
Prompt responses
No improvement needed
Services
Family Law
Our specialist family law team handles divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, and domestic abuse cases with sensitivity and expertise. We provide clear legal guidance for unmarried couples facing cohabitation disputes. Clients benefit from our extensive experience in negotiating settlements and representing clients in court when necessary.
Conveyancing
We manage residential property transactions including sales, purchases, and remortgaging with efficiency and transparency. Our conveyancing specialists handle equity transfers and new build plots while maintaining clear communication throughout the process. Clients receive dedicated support from experienced solicitors to ensure smooth property transactions.
Wills & Probate
Our probate specialists draft legally sound wills and administer estates with careful attention to inheritance tax planning. We help clients establish lasting powers of attorney and manage court of protection matters. The team provides compassionate guidance during the administration of deceased estates and resolves disputes when necessary.
People
Caroline Rooks
Managing Partner of Real Estate
With over 20 years' experience in residential conveyancing, Caroline leads our real estate team. She brings extensive local knowledge and expertise in property transactions to ensure smooth processes for clients.
Gillian Lavelle
Head of Family Law
Gillian specialises in private family law matters including divorce and child custody cases. With decades of experience, she provides expert legal guidance while maintaining a compassionate approach to sensitive family issues.
Paul Quinn
Consultant Solicitor
Paul offers specialist employment law advice to businesses and individuals. With over 15 years' experience, he provides practical solutions to workplace legal matters while maintaining clear communication with clients.
Victoria McEllin
Practice Manager
Vikki oversees practice operations with over 3 years' experience in legal management. She ensures efficient office operations and client service standards across all departments.
Dawn Jones
Conveyancing Partner
Dawn handles residential conveyancing matters with experience in over 300 annual cases. She provides expert guidance on property transactions while maintaining clear communication throughout the process.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We specialise in family law, conveyancing, wills & probate, personal injury claims, and commercial property matters. Our solicitors have decades of combined experience in these core legal areas.
Do you offer free initial consultations?
Yes, we provide free 30-minute initial consultations for family law and private client matters, allowing you to discuss your case with a specialist solicitor before deciding on representation.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept cheques, bank transfers, and card payments including telephone card transactions, providing flexible options for settling legal fees.
Are your legal fees fixed or hourly?
Most services are available on a fixed-cost basis, with transparent pricing provided before you decide to proceed. We clearly explain all costs involved in your case.
How long have you been operating in Wigan?
We have been providing legal services in Wigan since 1971, building a strong reputation for quality legal representation and client-focused service over five decades.
Reviews (7)
Sarah Mason
Jun 07, 2022
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Just great. We used MBH for our house purchase, and the whole process has been smooth, timely and professional. Communication brilliant. Thank you to our conveyancing team: Caroline Rooks, Linda Lane and Georgia Wall. You made the experience stress-free and I am happy to thoroughly recommend MBH.
Carolyn Tierney
May 18, 2022
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I've used MBH in Wigan over the last few years and always received great customer service. This time was no exception and during an exceptionally busy time for solicitors. Louise and the staff are efficient and moved our sale along in a relatively short period of time considering the current market. Would recommend and definitely use them again!
Lorraine Preston
Feb 23, 2022
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I have recently used mbh for the sale of a property. The service was fantastic during what proved to be a difficult process outside of their control. Having Louise Jones and Louise Hughes acting on my behalf, promptly chasing queries and keeping me informed, is what kept me sane. Their work ethic and professionalism is what finally got us to completion without any further delays, and they are both lovely to deal with too. I highly recommend MBH and want to say thank you for everything.
Sophie Saunders
Feb 04, 2022
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Louise Jones at MBH managed the purchase on my first home and I could not recommend her enough. She was very informative and efficient, ensuring everything went through smoothly and kept me updated along the way. I will be looking to use MBH again and would definitely recommend to friends and family!
Maria Ravisato
Apr 24, 2021
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As a first time buyer, I would have liked my conveyancing firm to be more willing to help/assist during the house buying process. Instead, I experienced very slow communication, no helpful explanations to my questions, weeks and weeks would go by with no updates at all until I chased. I would personally not use them again.
Joanne Disley
Apr 03, 2021
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I could not recommend Louise Jones enough. Me and my husband used MBH for 2 house sales and we never once had to chase Louise! She was always one step ahead, efficient, professional & super friendly! Thankyou so much for making everything easy & not stressful!
Adam Garnett
Mar 26, 2021
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Absolutely amazing team, made everything seem effortless - always willing to help and the communication was really clear. I would absolutely use MBH in a heartbeat, although i don't want to move house again for a while! :
