Business Details
29 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Wells, Somerset
Chubb Bulleid is a locally rooted legal practice with over two centuries of combined heritage, serving communities across Somerset and beyond. Established in 1997 through the merger of two historic firms, we combine deep-rooted local knowledge with modern legal expertise. Our team of solicitors, legal executives, and support staff prioritise client needs, offering tailored advice in areas such as residential conveyancing, family law, probate, and commercial services. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards, evidenced by accreditations including the Law Society's Conveyancing Quality Scheme and Lexcel Practice Management.With offices in Wells, Taunton, Street, and Somerton, we pride ourselves on fostering long-term relationships through transparency, reliability, and a proactive approach to legal challenges. Our dedication to the community extends beyond legal services, supporting local events and charities. Clients consistently commend our prompt, professional service, with testimonials highlighting our ability to navigate complex transactions with clarity and care. As a firm, we reject traditional advertising, relying instead on word-of-mouth recommendations built through decades of exemplary service.
Services
Residential Conveyancing
Family Law
Probate Administration
Dispute Resolution
Wills and Trusts
Employment Law
Agricultural Law
Commercial Property
Corporate Services
Land Development
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- Over 200 years of combined legal expertise in Somerset
- Proactive, client-focused approach to legal transactions
- Accredited by leading legal standards bodies including Lexcel
- Award-winning conveyancing services with local knowledge
- Dedicated to community support and transparent communication
Associations and certifications
- Conveyancing Quality Scheme
- Lexcel Practice Management
- Resolution Member
What people say
Excellent service
Prompt and professional
Highly recommend
Smooth operation
First class service
Services
Residential Conveyancing
Our residential conveyancing team specialises in property transactions, including sales, purchases, and remortgages. With Conveyancing Quality Scheme accreditation, we ensure fast, thorough service for homeowners and buyers. We handle leasehold extensions, shared ownership schemes, and equity release, providing regular updates to clients and estate agents throughout the process. Our conveyancers, including Claire Dagger, are consistently praised for their efficiency and communication.
Family Law
We provide expert family law services covering divorce, separation, child arrangements, and financial settlements. Our approach prioritises amicable resolutions while preparing for court proceedings when necessary. The team offers free initial consultations and specialises in pre-nuptial agreements and cohabitation disputes. Led by experienced partners like Ruth Jackson, we focus on minimising family conflict during emotionally challenging times.
Probate Administration
Our probate specialists manage estate administration, including grant applications and tax planning. With over 50 years' collective experience, we guide executors through asset collection, liability settlement, and beneficiary distributions. We advise on inheritance tax mitigation strategies and post-death will variations, ensuring compliance with legal requirements while supporting clients during difficult periods.
Dispute Resolution
We resolve disputes covering contracts, property boundaries, and consumer issues. Our team handles landlord-tenant conflicts, debt recovery, and court of protection matters. Carla Jones leads this department, focusing on early legal position assessment to protect client interests. We aim for swift, cost-effective resolutions while maintaining preparedness for litigation when required.
Agricultural Law
Specialising in rural property transactions, we handle farm sales, land divisions, and agricultural subsidies. Our dedicated rural affairs team manages grazing licences, equestrian tenancies, and agri-environmental scheme compliance. We collaborate with the Wills and Tax department to address intergenerational land transfers, providing tailored advice that recognises the unique complexities of agricultural property ownership.
People
Claire Dagger
Residential Conveyancer
Claire Dagger is a highly regarded residential conveyancer known for her exceptional efficiency and client communication. With extensive experience in property transactions, she consistently receives praise for her thoroughness and responsiveness, ensuring smooth processes for first-time buyers and experienced homeowners alike.
Ruth Jackson
Partner
Ruth Jackson is a partner specialising in family law with a focus on divorce and child arrangements. She provides expert guidance on financial settlements and pre-nuptial agreements, combining legal knowledge with compassionate support during challenging family transitions.
Carla Jones
Partner
Carla Jones leads the dispute resolution department, handling contractual and property disputes. With significant experience in commercial and residential conflicts, she focuses on achieving practical solutions while maintaining strong advocacy for client interests in negotiations and court proceedings.
Richard Cussell
Partner
Richard Cussell specialises in wills, trusts, and tax planning. He provides expert advice on inheritance tax mitigation and estate planning, helping clients protect family assets through strategic use of trusts and lifetime gifting arrangements.
Laura Maden
Partner
Laura Maden is a partner in the agricultural law team, focusing on rural property transactions. She advises on farm transfers, land development, and agri-environmental schemes, combining legal expertise with deep understanding of the agricultural sector's unique challenges.
Questions
What areas of law does Chubb Bulleid Solicitors specialise in?
We specialise in residential conveyancing, family law, probate administration, dispute resolution, agricultural law, and commercial legal services across Somerset.
How long has the firm been established?
The current firm was established in 1997 through a merger, but our predecessor practices date back over 150 years in total.
Are your conveyancing services accredited?
Yes, we hold the Law Society's Conveyancing Quality Scheme accreditation and have been recognised for excellence in property law.
Do you offer free initial consultations?
We provide a free half-hour initial consultation for family law and wills/probate matters to discuss your specific needs.
How do you handle probate and estate administration?
Our experienced team guides executors through asset collection, tax compliance, and distribution, with over 50 years' combined expertise in estate management.
What accreditations does the firm hold?
We are accredited by the Conveyancing Quality Scheme, Lexcel Practice Management, and Resolution, with membership in the Will Aid charity initiative.
Reviews (4)
Jane Lazell
Sep 10, 2021
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Fantastic service from Laura Maden. She took the stress out of moving! Regular updates. Would have no problem in recommending Laura. Many thanks Jane & Tim
Timothy Fry
Jun 05, 2021
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Tina Buck completed the conveyancing for the sale of my house efficiently and at a very reasonable price. However, I cannot thank Tina enough for her prompt communication and reassuring replies to emails. Tina really cares about her clients and acts with their best interests at heart. I cannot recommend Chubb Bullied strongly enough.
James Callaway
Aug 26, 2019
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I chose Chubb Bullied from four solicitors locally. From the first meeting I was made aware of the likley out come of my complicated divorce proceedings and the approximate costs involved. This company is a member of the Resolution f which encourages constructive dialog between both parties to find a constructive way forward avoiding costly unessasary conflict (unlike some others)! I also used this company for conveyancing on the sale of land which was very good. If you are looking for a solicitor that doesn't dtag its feet, avoids very costly unessasary arguments these are the ones to seriously consider.
Ken Ross
Jul 25, 2019
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I've now had two conveyancing transactions with Chubb Bulleid and am pleased that Caroline Jones made both completely trouble-free such that I would recommend them to anyone that needs such work.
