Business Details
25 Years
experience
Trusted Legal Services in Lewes
Astburys Solicitors is a small, approachable legal practice established in 2001 by John Astbury, a solicitor with over 25 years of experience. Our firm prioritises transparency, accessibility, and community engagement, offering expert legal advice in areas such as wills, probate, family law, and business services. We are committed to demystifying legal processes, providing jargon-free communication, and ensuring clients feel empowered throughout their legal journey. With a focus on Lewes and East Sussex, we combine local knowledge with extensive experience gained in London and Brighton.Our practice supports vulnerable clients through initiatives like Solicitors for the Elderly and contributes to charitable causes through partnerships with organisations like Will Aid. We maintain a friendly, client-centric approach, offering home visits for those with mobility challenges and ensuring our offices are wheelchair-accessible. Our regulatory compliance and membership in professional bodies underscore our dedication to ethical standards and client trust.
Services
Wills
Probate
Family Law
Powers of Attorney
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in diverse legal fields.
- Our team offers personalised, jargon-free legal guidance.
- Transparent pricing with no hidden fees.
- We support vulnerable clients through charitable partnerships.
- Wheelchair-accessible offices and home visits available.
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulatory Authority
What people say
Superb service
Extremely professional
Great job
Safe hands
Patient and thorough
Services
Wills
We draft clear, legally sound wills to ensure your assets are distributed according to your wishes. Our process includes consultations to understand your needs, tax-efficient strategies, and final binding documentation. Clients receive ongoing support for amendments and estate planning advice.
Probate
Our probate services guide executors through legal and tax requirements, including grant applications and asset distribution. We handle complex estates with shareholdings or property sales, ensuring compliance with HMRC and probate registry procedures while minimising delays for beneficiaries.
Family Law
We assist with divorce, separation, and disputes over property boundaries or tenancy agreements. Our approach prioritises amicable resolutions while providing robust representation for contested cases, ensuring client interests are protected with empathy and legal precision.
Powers of Attorney
We prepare Lasting Powers of Attorney for health and financial decisions, ensuring your affairs are managed by trusted representatives if you lose capacity. Registration with the Office of the Public Guardian is included, with guidance on duties and responsibilities for attorneys.
Business Legal Services
We support local businesses with contracts, employment law, dispute resolution, and property transactions. Our services include drafting terms and conditions, debt recovery, and landlord-tenant advice, combining local market knowledge with commercial litigation experience.
People
John Astbury
Solicitor and Founder
John qualified as a solicitor in 1989 and established Astburys in 2001 after working in London and Brighton. He specialises in wills, probate, and commercial law, with a focus on community engagement and charitable initiatives.
Questions
Why do I need a will?
A will ensures your assets are distributed according to your wishes, avoids family disputes, and allows tax-efficient planning. Without one, the law decides inheritance.
How much does a will cost?
A basic single will costs £360, with mirror wills for couples at £570. Complex cases incur hourly rates, discussed upfront.
Do you offer home visits?
Yes, we provide free home visits for local clients with mobility challenges to ensure accessible legal services.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Lewes and East Sussex, combining local knowledge with broader legal expertise for individuals and businesses.
How can I make a complaint?
Contact us directly to resolve issues. If unresolved, escalate to the Legal Ombudsman within six months of our final response.
Do you support charitable causes?
Yes, we partner with Will Aid and local charities, donating proceeds from will-writing services to organisations like the British Red Cross and NSPCC.
Reviews (2)
Justin Price
Mar 27, 2020
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Very highly recommended. Good advice delivered in a simple and well explained way. We appreciated the non-rushed manner and nothing was too much trouble. We expect to be returning in the future when we need similar services.
Sue Chapman
May 17, 2018
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Not a good place for disabled or elderly as the office is at the top of a building with no lifts. However the solicitor does cheap wills by appointment in November. So good for one's pocket.
