Whiskers

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Your Trusted Legal Partner in Essex & Hertfordshire

Established in the late nineteenth century, Whiskers Solicitors and Notaries has built a distinguished reputation for delivering exceptional legal services to private and business clients across Essex and Hertfordshire. With over 150 years of combined expertise, our team of six partners and more than 30 dedicated professionals utilises cutting-edge technology and AI-driven solutions to ensure meticulous attention to detail in every case. Our commitment to client satisfaction is reflected in our longstanding relationships with individuals and organisations, supported by testimonials highlighting our efficiency and thoroughness.

We pride ourselves on maintaining the highest standards of legal practice while adapting to modern challenges, ensuring our clients receive both traditional values and contemporary solutions. Our multi-office presence in Harlow, Epping, and Bishop's Stortford allows us to serve local communities effectively, combining regional knowledge with national legal expertise.

Services

Residential Conveyancing Commercial Property Employment Law for Employers Family Law Wills and Probate Debt Recovery Litigation Notarial Services Identity Checks Criminal Solicitors

Highlights and features

We have over 150 years of legal expertise serving private and business clients.
Our team includes six partners and more than 30 experienced legal professionals.
We utilise AI-driven technology to enhance case accuracy and efficiency.
Our firm is regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA No. 486819).
We maintain offices in Harlow, Epping, and Bishop's Stortford for local accessibility.

Associations and certifications

Solicitors Regulation Authority

What people say

Height of efficiency No stone unturned Exceptional service First rate legal advice Longstanding reputation

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Services

Residential Conveyancing

Our residential conveyancing service handles property transactions with precision, ensuring smooth transfers of ownership for homes across Essex and Hertfordshire. We guide clients through every legal step, from contract preparation to completion, while maintaining compliance with current regulations. Our experienced solicitors prioritise transparency and efficiency, minimising delays and providing clear communication throughout the process.

Commercial Property

We specialise in commercial property transactions, supporting businesses with acquisitions, leases, and portfolio management. Our legal experts provide tailored advice on commercial contracts, planning permissions, and property development matters. With deep local market knowledge, we help clients navigate complex commercial real estate challenges while protecting their investments and long-term interests.

Employment Law for Employers

Our employment law team advises businesses on workplace regulations, contract drafting, and dispute resolution. We help employers maintain compliance with evolving legislation while managing staff relations effectively. Services include redundancy processes, disciplinary procedures, and tribunal representation, ensuring organisations operate within legal frameworks while protecting their operational needs.

Family Law

We provide compassionate yet pragmatic family law services covering divorce, child custody, and financial settlements. Our solicitors prioritise amicable resolutions while preparing robust cases when necessary. With sensitivity to emotional complexities, we protect clients' rights and children's welfare, offering clear guidance through legally intricate family matters.

Wills and Probate

Our wills and probate specialists assist with estate planning, will creation, and inheritance tax mitigation. We guide executors through probate processes while ensuring asset distribution aligns with clients' wishes. By combining legal expertise with personalised advice, we help families manage succession matters efficiently and with minimal distress.

Questions

What areas of law do Whiskers Solicitors specialise in?

We specialise in family law, employment law, residential and commercial property conveyancing, wills and probate, debt recovery, litigation, and notarial services across Essex and Hertfordshire.

How long has Whiskers Solicitors been operating?

Our firm traces its origins to the late nineteenth century, providing continuous legal services for over 150 years through six generations of legal professionals.

Do you offer notarial services for international transactions?

Yes, we provide notarial services including document certification, identity verification, and international transaction support at our offices in Harlow, Epping, and Bishop's Stortford.

Can I get employment law advice for my business?

Our employment law team offers tailored advice for employers on contracts, HR policies, tribunal representation, and compliance with current workplace legislation across multiple sectors.

Are your conveyancing services available for first-time buyers?

We support first-time buyers through the residential conveyancing process, explaining legal requirements clearly while ensuring competitive fees and timely completions.

Reviews (5)

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Jun 22, 2022 Report

Whiskers acted on behalf of the people purchasing my property. They allowed the sale to continue for 8 weeks with all relevant paperwork completed to the point of exchange whereby they then told us that the buyers did not have a mortgage, even though they had updated our agent on May 16th that they had the mortgage offer. Additionally their communication (as noted in previous reviews) is non existent, they never responded to our solicitor, estate agent, or apparently the buyers.

There are many other very competent conveyancing solicitors in Essex and would suggest that you use anyone of those over Whiskers Epping. I have made a complaint to the Legal Ombudsman regarding their inept ability to follow simple due diligence, making sure a mortgage was in place.

Richard Smith

Nov 17, 2021 Report

I first dealt with Gemma at Whiskers last year on a particularly difficult sale. Over the course of the last 12 months, Gemma has dealt with a number of sales for our clients and has been nothing short of exceptional. Fantastic with communication and explanation of legal jargon. Her knowledge is exceptional and I could not recommend highly enough. If you are looking for a residential solicitor she is second to none!

Robert Hodson

Jun 18, 2021 Report

We used whiskers for sale and purchase and Gemma has been amazing. She was super on the case even though literally everyone has been trying to move during June.

Kim Knight

Jun 14, 2021 Report

Gemma Ball is an absolute star. She is very knowledgeable, efficent and just a pleasure to work with. Without Gemma, I very much doubt the sale of my flat would of gone through before the stamp duty holiday freeze ended. Thanks so much Gemma!

Paul

Jun 06, 2021 Report

Gemma Ball at Whiskers - highly recommended. 5* I can't begin to thank Gemma enough for how efficiently she managed this process for us. The service was faultless throughout. She was always proactive and responsive, and an absolute pleasure to deal with. If all conveyancing solicitors were as efficient and pleasant as her, the process of moving house would be a painless one. Gemma is highly recommended.