Business Details
Trusted Legal Services in Hampshire
Warner Goodman LLP has been delivering legal services across the Solent area for over 170 years, establishing itself as a trusted legal partner for individuals, families, and businesses. With five offices in Hampshire and a team of over 180 legal professionals, we combine deep local knowledge with comprehensive expertise in areas including residential and commercial property, family law, employment law, and commercial litigation. Recognised as LawNet Law Firm of the Year and Hampshire Venus Awards Company of the Year, our commitment to excellence is evidenced by our Lexcel Quality Mark accreditation and 'Excellent' rating from over 1,500 verified client reviews.Our mission statement, 'Delighting our Clients is our Driving Force', underpins our approach to communication, efficiency, and client-centric service. We maintain strong professional relationships with estate agents, mortgage brokers, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless legal support. As an equal opportunities employer, we publish annual diversity data and actively contribute to community initiatives. Our full-service capabilities extend beyond property transactions to include wills, trusts, cohabitation agreements, and specialist support for landlords and businesses.
Services
Residential Property
Wills and Estate Planning
Family Law
Employment Law
Personal Injury
Commercial Law
Commercial Property
Debt Recovery
Highlights and features
- Award-winning service with 170 years' local legal expertise
- Lexcel-accredited quality management and client care standards
- Dedicated teams across five Hampshire offices for local accessibility
- 94% client satisfaction rating for value and service quality
- Full-service law firm covering property, family, and commercial needs
Associations and certifications
- Lexcel Quality Mark
- LawNet
What people say
Exceptional service
Knowledgeable team
Prompt communication
Excellent value
Professional approach
Services
Residential Conveyancing
Our residential conveyancing service handles all aspects of property transactions including freehold and leasehold purchases, remortgaging, equity release, and transfer of equity. We support first-time buyers using Help to Buy schemes and manage lease extensions with transparent pricing starting from 895 + VAT. Our proactive approach anticipates potential issues while maintaining clear communication through preferred client channels.
Family Law
We provide expert guidance on family law matters including pre-nuptial agreements, divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, and financial settlements. Our solicitors combine legal expertise with sensitive handling of emotionally charged situations, offering services like cohabitation agreements and declarations of trust to protect client interests during relationship changes.
Commercial Law
Our commercial law team advises businesses on contracts, shareholder agreements, GDPR compliance, and dispute resolution. We support company acquisitions, partnership agreements, and commercial property transactions while providing ongoing legal counsel to help businesses navigate employment law requirements and contractual obligations.
Employment Law
We offer comprehensive employment law services for both employers and employees. This includes contract drafting, disciplinary procedure guidance, tribunal representation, and advice on flexible working requests. Our solicitors help businesses maintain compliance while representing employees in unfair dismissal claims and contractual disputes.
Personal Injury
Our personal injury specialists handle claims for compensation following accidents at work, road traffic incidents, and medical negligence cases. We provide support for asbestos-related diseases and mesothelioma claims, working with medical experts to secure appropriate compensation for clients' physical and financial losses.
People
Emma Gilliland
Partner
Specialising in property law with particular expertise in residential conveyancing and leasehold extensions. Recognised for exceptional client service and technical legal knowledge.
Grant Usher
Partner
Commercial law specialist with extensive experience in business transactions and corporate governance. Provides strategic legal advice to businesses across Hampshire and the South.
Questions
What areas do Warner Goodman Solicitors cover?
We operate from five offices in Fareham, Southampton, Portsmouth, Chandler's Ford, and Waterlooville, serving clients across Hampshire and the South of England.
How can I get a conveyancing quote?
Use our online conveyancing calculator for instant estimates, or contact our residential property team directly via phone or email for personalised quotations.
Are your legal services available for businesses?
Yes, we provide comprehensive commercial legal services including contract law, shareholder agreements, employment law, and business dispute resolution.
Do you offer family law services?
Yes, our family law team handles pre-nuptial agreements, divorce proceedings, child custody matters, and cohabitation agreements with specialist legal guidance.
What accreditations do you hold?
We maintain the Lexcel Quality Mark for client care standards and are members of LawNet, reflecting our commitment to professional excellence.
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Reviews (7)
Mark Underwood
May 17, 2022
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Grant at Southampton and Jenny at Portsmouth were amazingly helpful to me in the purchase of a business. I believe that the sale would have fallen through if it were not for their hard work. I can't recommend them enough. They seem to have a solid and helpful team behind them as well. I am very grateful and hope to use you again some time. Thank you.
Jonny Vaughan
Apr 23, 2022
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Warner Goodman dealt with the sale of our old flat and purchase of a new home in a very professional and, considering the circumstances, timely manner. To go from initial conversations to standing in our new home in just 3 months, a mere 3 days before Christmas Eve, was no small achievement. We'll forever be grateful for how hard everyone worked to get us sorted during such a busy period. I can only thank them, from the bottom of my heart, for their diligence, professionalism, and above all patience when dealing with a couple of at-times stressed and frustrated young folks. Look no further.
Kalvinder Taak
Apr 09, 2022
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Thank you so much very happy with the service I needed for my deed poll so quick and not a hefty bill like the others that I spoken to. I would highly recommend Warner Goodman LLP friendly and very reassuring.
Bill Miller
Apr 02, 2022
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Very disappointed with the service, wish had gone elsewhere. No updates or feedback unless chased, unless payment required then strangely plenty of communication. Sent on a wild goose chase to get bank statements that included my 90 year old father having to visit his bank on a 2 hour round trip. Despite requesting these documents, when supplied, told these would not be sufficent and different information then requested - appalling.
Harriett McBoyle
Feb 14, 2022
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Kiri and the team made the whole process of purchasing my first property smooth and stress free. Readily available to answer all my questions no matter how small, and their advice and support was professional and valuable. Very friendly, efficient, and methodical team. Everything and more than I could ask for from a Solicitors!
Laura Martini
Dec 16, 2021
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Warner Goodman acted professionally and efficiently from start to finish in assisting us with our house purchase as first time buyers. We communicated mostly through email which was always swift and transparent. I would not hesitate in using Warner Goodman in the future and have since recommended two friends as well! In particular thank you to Lucy who was very supportive throughout.
Richard Oborne
Dec 07, 2021
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I highly recommend Warner Goodman. Lucy in particular has been a pleasure to deal with throughout the entire process. They are incredibly professional, return all of your calls and correspondence quickly and nothing ever seems to be too much trouble. I would not hesitate to use Warner Goodman again in future.
