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Trusted Legal Services in Eastbourne
Established in 1981, Stephen Rimmer LLP has built a reputation as a trusted legal practice serving individuals and businesses across East Sussex. Our firm combines over four decades of experience with a client-centric approach, offering a full range of legal services from offices in Eastbourne and Hastings. We prioritise respect, openness, and teamwork, ensuring every client receives tailored advice delivered with professionalism and integrity. Our commitment to innovation ensures we adapt to evolving legal landscapes while maintaining traditional values of transparency and accessibility. With a team of over 100 solicitors and staff, we leverage collective expertise to achieve optimal outcomes for our clients.Our accreditations, including LawNet membership and ISO9001 certification, reflect our dedication to quality standards. We provide a free initial 30-minute consultation to demystify legal processes and offer 24/7 support for urgent matters. Client testimonials consistently highlight our attention to detail, clear communication, and compassionate representation. Our insurance coverage of 15 million and cyber security protections underscore our commitment to client safety. Through blogs, articles, and community engagement, we strive to educate and empower our clients. This enduring philosophy has driven our growth primarily through personal recommendations, cementing our position as a leading regional law firm.
Services
Conveyancing
Family Law
Wills & Probate
Business Services
Criminal Defence
Dispute Resolution
Commercial Property
Employment Law
Lasting Power of Attorney
Court of Protection
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- We offer a free initial 30-minute consultation to demystify legal processes
- Our team holds multiple industry accreditations including ISO9001 certification
- We provide 24/7 legal support for urgent criminal defence matters
- Our client care approach has won the 2025 LawNet Award for Excellence
- We combine over 40 years of experience with modern, accessible service delivery
Associations and certifications
- LawNet
- Lexcel
- STEP
- Resolution
- Conveyancing Quality Scheme
- ISO9001
- Cyber Essentials
- Will Aid
- LEAP
What people say
Exemplary professional service
Tireless attention to detail
Exceptional throughout
Fantastic service
Incredibly bright and gifted advocate
Services
Conveyancing
Our conveyancing solicitors specialise in residential property transactions including purchases, sales, remortgaging, and leasehold conveyancing. We provide clear guidance through complex processes while maintaining strict deadlines and legal compliance. Clients benefit from our local market knowledge and dedicated support throughout the transaction lifecycle.
Family Law
We handle all aspects of family law including divorce, financial settlements, child arrangements, and domestic violence cases. Our specialists use alternative dispute resolution methods to minimise conflict while protecting client interests through court representation when necessary. We prioritise sensitive, child-focused solutions.
Wills & Probate
Our Wills and probate team offers comprehensive estate planning services including Will drafting, inheritance tax planning, and Lasting Power of Attorney creation. We guide executors through probate processes and resolve contested probate matters with professional, compassionate support.
People
Leta Kerin
Partner & Head of Department - Residential Conveyancing
Leta Kerin leads our residential conveyancing team with over 20 years' experience in property law. She specialises in complex transactions and maintains a client-focused approach to property transfers.
Alan Hobden
Partner & Head of Department - Criminal Defence
Alan Hobden heads our criminal defence practice, bringing extensive courtroom experience to serious criminal cases. He provides 24/7 representation for clients facing police interviews or prosecution.
Andrew Flagg
Partner & Head of Department - Dispute Resolution
Andrew Flagg leads our dispute resolution team with expertise in commercial and residential property disputes. His pragmatic approach focuses on achieving cost-effective solutions through negotiation or litigation.
Jack Prosser
Partner - Residential Conveyancing
Jack Prosser is a highly regarded conveyancing solicitor known for exceptional client service. He handles complex property transactions with clear communication and timely execution.
Jay Shah
Partner - Criminal Defence
Jay Shah is an award-winning criminal defence solicitor with a track record of successful high-profile cases. His compassionate yet tenacious approach has saved clients' careers and livelihoods.
Questions
What areas do you cover?
We serve Eastbourne, Hastings, Bexhill-on-Sea, Hailsham, Polegate, Battle, Pevensey, and St Leonards-on-Sea from our East Sussex offices.
Do you offer free initial consultations?
Yes, we provide a free 30-minute initial consultation for all new clients to discuss their legal needs.
What accreditations do you hold?
We maintain LawNet membership, Lexcel accreditation, ISO9001 certification, and specialist marks like the Conveyancing Quality Scheme.
Are you available for emergencies?
Our criminal defence team offers 24/7 support for urgent legal matters requiring immediate attention.
How can I pay for services?
We provide secure online payment options through our client portal for your convenience.
Can you handle complex legal cases?
Our solicitors regularly manage complex matters including high-value property transactions, contested probate, and serious criminal defence cases.
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Reviews (4)
Sophia
Mar 02, 2022
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Big thanks to Anna Clarke for her patience and care, helping us the past 9 months with getting our mortgage through, very professional team all round Sophia
Jonathan Harris-French Jhf
Jan 20, 2022
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Proactive and efficient throughout our first-time purchase and managed to get us in before Christmas. Noel Martin was our conveyancer and we couldn't recommend him enough. Office staff were always polite and professional when contacting - brilliant all round!
J. Ems
Jan 13, 2022
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We've used roy a few times and the last time was even better than the first! Moved just before the stamp duty change which saved us thousands and was never meant to be possible but roy and his team got us in! Always responds quickly and highly recommended, thank you x
Ian Cooper
Dec 15, 2021
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I can highly recommend this company they were incredibly professional and kept me informed during the sale and purchase of property giving sound advice during some complications both Roy Bridge and Daphne Grant were superb
