Business Details
43 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Essex
Palmers Solicitors, established in 1983, is a leading legal practice in Essex with a team of approximately 100 professionals. We specialise in delivering tailored legal solutions for both private and commercial clients across a comprehensive range of legal disciplines. Our five strategically located offices in Basildon, Rayleigh, South Woodham Ferrers, Thurrock, and Chelmsford ensure accessibility for clients throughout the region. With a strong reputation for forward-thinking approaches and specialist expertise, we provide high-quality legal advice in areas such as conveyancing, criminal defence, commercial law, and estate planning.Our commitment to equal opportunities extends to both service provision and staff development, ensuring a supportive environment for all stakeholders. The firm maintains professional indemnity insurance and operates under the regulation of the Solicitors Regulation Authority, reflecting our dedication to professional standards and client protection.
Services
Conveyancing
Criminal Defence
Commercial Law
Estate Planning
Dispute Resolution
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- Established legal practice with 40+ years of regional expertise
- Regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority for professional standards
- Tailored legal solutions for both private and commercial clients
- Five strategically located offices across Essex
- Maintains professional indemnity insurance for client protection
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
What people say
Approachable and easy to understand
Highly efficient conveyancing service
Excellent communication skills
Professional and stress-free process
Outstanding work during difficult period
Services
Conveyancing
Our conveyancing specialists handle residential and commercial property transactions with precision and efficiency. We guide clients through purchases, sales, equity releases, and landlord matters, ensuring legal compliance and timely completions. Our team's expertise in property law provides clients with clear, actionable advice tailored to their specific property needs.
Criminal Defence
We provide robust criminal defence services for individuals and businesses facing allegations or investigations. Our experienced solicitors handle road traffic offences, fraud investigations, and regulatory compliance matters. With dedicated specialists available across multiple offices, we ensure clients receive immediate support and strategic defence planning throughout legal proceedings.
Commercial Law
Our commercial law team advises businesses on contracts, corporate finance, and regulatory compliance. We support companies with mergers, debt recovery, and commercial property matters, offering fixed-fee options for start-ups. Our solicitors combine sector-specific knowledge with practical business understanding to protect client interests.
Estate Planning
We provide comprehensive estate planning services including wills, lasting powers of attorney, and probate administration. Our specialists assist clients with inheritance tax planning, care fee arrangements, and court of protection matters. We ensure legal documents accurately reflect client wishes while complying with current legislation.
Dispute Resolution
Our dispute resolution team handles commercial and personal legal conflicts through mediation and litigation. We specialise in property disputes, professional negligence claims, and debt recovery. With experienced mediators and litigators across Essex, we aim to resolve conflicts efficiently while protecting client rights.
People
Adam Davis
Supervising Director, Construction Department
Specialising in construction law with extensive experience in contract disputes and project management. Leads the firm's construction law division while maintaining active client representation.
BJ Chong
Supervising Director, Commercial Dept & Thurrock Office
Head of commercial law services with expertise in corporate finance and regulatory compliance. Oversees operations at the Thurrock office while advising business clients on legal matters.
Carey Jacobs
Supervising Director, Commercial Property
Commercial property specialist with decades of experience in real estate transactions. Leads property law services across the firm's office network while mentoring junior solicitors.
Donna Smy
Supervising Department Director, Private Client
Private client specialist managing wills, probate, and estate planning matters. Oversees the firm's private client services with a focus on long-term client relationships.
Jeremy Sirrell
Supervising Director, Criminal Defence
Criminal law expert specialising in road traffic offences and regulatory crime. Leads the firm's criminal defence team while representing clients in complex legal cases.
Questions
What areas do Palmers Solicitors Solicitors cover?
We operate from five offices in Basildon, Rayleigh, South Woodham Ferrers, Thurrock, and Chelmsford, serving clients throughout Essex and surrounding regions.
What legal services do you offer for businesses?
Our business services include commercial law, corporate finance, debt recovery, employment law, and regulatory compliance across multiple industry sectors.
Can I get help with residential property transactions?
Yes, we provide comprehensive conveyancing services for residential property purchases, sales, remortgages, and leasehold transactions with dedicated property solicitors.
Do you offer legal support for family matters?
We handle family law cases including divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, and cohabitation agreements through our specialist family law department.
Are your legal fees transparent?
We provide clear cost breakdowns for all services with fixed-fee options available for specific legal processes like will writing and property transactions.
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Reviews (7)
Carl Heiden
May 15, 2022
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Used Palmers to endorse and talk through the termination of my contract of my employment under VLS terms Samantha dealt with any enquiry and a late amendment in a prompt and professional manner Would recommend this company for dealing with employment contracts
Jazz Singh
Apr 23, 2022
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Nicola was excellent as usual! I have used Palmers Solicitors in Basildon for many years and in particular Nicola Tubbs. The service is always professional, efficient and well priced. Nicola always responds quickly to all matters. I would have no hesitation in recommending Palmers to anyone who wants a fast and effective service
Miranda Drew
Mar 15, 2022
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We used palmers to help with our first lease for a residential property. Nicola Tubbs could not be more helpful or easier to deal with. After seeing how friendly and professional they were we will not hesitate to use again in the future.
Peter C.
Feb 14, 2022
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This solicitors is by far the worst company I have ever used. They were so unhelpful, rued, and very unprofessional. In all my years of buying properties I have actually never encountered a company like them. Steer Clear!
Steve Brown
Jul 05, 2021
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I cannot thank Palmers enough for dealing with the sale of my father's house and purchase of the bungalow he moved to. They kept us well informed and put pressure on the other solicitor's to push through the sale and purchase. I would highly recommend them and a massive thank you to Nicola Tubbs and her team for all their hard work.
Matthew Poli
Jun 03, 2021
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Nicola Tubbs is simply first rate; responsive, professional, knowledgeable and supportive. When it comes to conveyancing, there is no one else I would choose to act for me and she comes unreservedly recommended.
Jordan Little
May 16, 2021
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Amazing service, staff could not have helped more. Nicola dealt with some very complicated land matters and we are over the moon. Thank you Palmers, thank you Nicola. it's the first time we have used Palmers and will now use them for all legal matters. 10 stars.
