Business Details
Trusted Legal Partners for Businesses and Individuals
Established in 1785, Tozers has built a legacy of providing tailored legal solutions across the South West and UK. Our 210-strong team combines sector-specific expertise with a client-centric approach, serving businesses, individuals, and specialist sectors from offices in Exeter, Newton Abbot, and Teignmouth. Accredited by Lexcel, ISO 9001, and ranked as a Legal 500 Top Tier Firm, we prioritise clear communication and practical outcomes. Our solicitors work collaboratively to address complex legal challenges in areas such as commercial law, family law, and medical negligence. With a client satisfaction rate of 98% and 95% recommendation rate, we maintain long-term relationships through transparency and reliability.Our commitment to quality is reinforced by LawNet membership and regular independent audits. We serve diverse sectors including affordable housing, rural estates, and private wealth management. Our values of high-quality work, healthy growth, and happy teams underpin our responsible business practices, including environmental and community initiatives. We provide fixed-price options and upfront cost transparency to ensure accessibility. Recognised for ESG leadership and awarded the LawNet ESG Initiative Award, we combine tradition with innovation to meet modern legal needs.
Services
Business Law
Family Law
Medical Negligence
Commercial Property
Wills & Probate
Employment Law
Private Wealth
Rural Land
Planning Law
Dispute Resolution
Highlights and features
- We have over 240 years of legal experience serving businesses and individuals
- 95% of clients would recommend us for our clear communication and reliability
- Our solicitors provide sector-specific expertise in areas like medical negligence
- Accredited by Lexcel and ISO 9001 for quality service standards
- We offer fixed-price legal services with upfront cost transparency
Associations and certifications
- Lexcel
- ISO 9001
- Legal 500 Top Tier Firm
- Resolution
- Disability Confident
- Mindful Employer
- LawNet
What people say
Clear communication
Exceptional service
Practical solutions
Long-term relationships
Sector expertise
Services
Business Law
Our business law services support companies from start-ups to large corporations with contracts, employment law, and dispute resolution. We provide strategic advice on company law, data protection, and intellectual property. Our solicitors help clients navigate regulatory requirements while focusing on commercial growth opportunities.
Family Law
We offer compassionate family law services including divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, and financial settlements. Accredited by Resolution and Children Law schemes, our solicitors prioritise amicable solutions while protecting client interests. We handle complex cases involving international jurisdictions and high-net-worth individuals.
Medical Negligence
Our clinical negligence team secures compensation for clients harmed by medical errors, including cases exceeding 1m. Accredited by Clinical Negligence Quality standards, we handle complex claims involving birth injuries, misdiagnoses, and surgical errors. We work with medical experts to build robust cases against healthcare providers.
Commercial Property
We advise businesses on property transactions, planning law, and licensing requirements. Our services include lease negotiations, property development deals, and dispute resolution. Accredited under Conveyancing Quality Scheme, we handle complex commercial property matters for landlords, developers, and corporate clients across the UK.
Wills & Probate
Our private wealth team provides will writing, probate administration, and inheritance tax planning. We help clients manage estate succession, establish trusts, and navigate Court of Protection matters. With expertise in rural estate management, we offer tailored solutions for high-net-worth individuals and landowners.
People
Paul Kelly
Managing Partner
Paul Kelly leads Tozers as Managing Partner with over 20 years' experience in commercial law. He specialises in corporate governance and strategic business growth, focusing on client relationships and operational excellence.
Grinne Staunton
Head of Private Wealth
Grinne Staunton heads our Private Wealth team, advising high-net-worth individuals on estate planning and tax mitigation. With 15+ years in trust law, she provides tailored solutions for complex asset structures and intergenerational wealth transfer.
Caroline Ryan
Head of Private Family
Caroline Ryan leads our Private Family Law department, specialising in complex divorce cases and child custody matters. Accredited by Resolution, she focuses on achieving amicable solutions while protecting vulnerable clients' interests.
Simon Mansfield
Partner & Solicitor
Simon Mansfield specialises in commercial property law with particular expertise in planning law and development projects. He advises developers and local authorities on regulatory compliance and dispute resolution across the South West region.
Kate Bolt
Partner & Solicitor
Kate Bolt is a specialist in medical negligence claims, securing multi-million-pound settlements for clients. She leads complex clinical error cases involving birth injuries and surgical complications, working with leading medical experts.
Questions
What areas of law does Tozers specialise in?
We specialise in business law, family law, medical negligence, commercial property, and private wealth management, with sector-specific expertise in affordable housing and rural estates.
Do you offer fixed-price legal services?
Yes, we provide fixed-price options with upfront cost transparency for many of our services to ensure accessibility and budget certainty.
How experienced is your legal team?
Our 210-strong team combines over 240 years of institutional experience with sector-specific expertise, including solicitors accredited by Lexcel and ISO 9001 standards.
What client support services do you offer?
We provide tailored support through our Client Excellence Programme, regular progress updates, and accessible communication channels including phone and email.
Are you accredited by legal industry bodies?
Yes, we hold accreditations from Lexcel, ISO 9001, and are ranked as a Legal 500 Top Tier Firm, with LawNet membership ensuring quality standards.
Do you serve clients outside Devon?
While based in Devon, we serve clients across the South West and UK-wide, particularly in specialist sectors like rural land management and private wealth.
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Reviews (5)
Laura Heaton
May 27, 2022
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Pleasure to deal with! Made the purchase of our first house so easy! very reasonable price, Sarah Brimilcombe was friendly, very helpful and very quick at responding to enquiries! I would 100% recommend! Couldn't be happier
Helena
May 23, 2022
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I have removed my review from 2 months ago because my sale and proposed purchase are still continuing. I will update this when the matter is finalised.
Cheryl Brown
Aug 25, 2021
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I called Tozers to see if they would be willing to take on my case, I had a phone call back and all my personal information was taken about the whole case, 1 week later I still hadn't heard ANYTHING. I then called again to chase things up, and the lady I spoke with said someone would be in contact in a couple days, but didn't even ask who I was etc and the call ended. I then called again as this is an urgent case, and yet again told by someone else I will hear back! 3.5 weeks or more still no response at all, no contact, no emails, no calls! This is an urgent case that needed addressing and in turn I have now sourced another solicitor! Absolutely shocked by the professionalism and let down!
Nathan Dodge
Aug 23, 2021
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Tozers were recommended and I'm struggling to see why. My partner asked for assistance regarding an equity share dispute with her ex and from the start tozers were unresponsive and clearly have communication issues within their own office. After a few attempts to get the ball rolling, my partner eventually gave up and found another solicitor.
Crystal Carter
Feb 28, 2021
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I always enjoy working with these Exeter Solicitors. The Tozers team have a great commitment to delivering the best results everytime.
