Business Details
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Peterborough
Hunt & Coombs is an established law firm offering a comprehensive range of legal services for businesses, families, and individuals. With offices in Peterborough, Oundle, and Huntingdon, we combine a modern, client-focused approach with professionalism and legal expertise. Our team of 38 legal experts, including 12 partners, provides tailored solutions across diverse sectors, supported by accreditations from leading professional bodies. We specialise in complex legal matters, including corporate commercial disputes, residential property transactions, employment law, and motoring offences.Our transparent fee structure and commitment to local communities ensure accessible, reliable legal support. Recognised by Legal 500 as a top regional firm, we prioritise client satisfaction through practical, results-driven advice. Our regional presence allows us to understand local needs while maintaining national standards of excellence. With nearly 100 legal and support staff, we deliver consistent, high-quality service across all our offices.
Services
Business Defence
Commercial Property
Corporate Commercial
Dispute Resolution
Employment Law
Residential Property
Motoring Offences
Family Mediation
Notary Services
Probate
Highlights and features
- We have 38 legal experts, including 12 partners, with sector-specific experience.
- Our transparent fee structure ensures clear and predictable legal costs.
- We are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority for professional standards.
- Our regional presence covers Cambridgeshire, Northamptonshire, and Lincolnshire comprehensively.
- Recognised by Legal 500 as a leading firm for criminal and fraud cases.
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
What people say
Excellent local firm
Highly organised service
Fantastic service
Friendly and professional staff
Extremely committed professionals
Services
Business Defence
Our Business Defence team specialises in protecting companies during legal disputes, including corporate manslaughter investigations and employment-related claims. We provide strategic advice to mitigate risks and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. Clients benefit from our experience in handling complex cases for businesses and non-profit organisations.
Commercial Property
We offer expert guidance on commercial property transactions, including acquisitions, leases, and agricultural land matters. Our solicitors ensure legally sound agreements while addressing clients' commercial objectives. This service supports businesses in managing property portfolios across diverse sectors.
Dispute Resolution
Our Dispute Resolution practice handles commercial and personal conflicts, from contract breaches to family law matters. We prioritise negotiated settlements but are prepared to represent clients in court when necessary. The team's expertise spans property litigation and professional negligence claims.
Employment Law
We advise employers and employees on employment law issues, including tribunal representation, redundancy processes, and contractual disputes. Our proactive approach helps businesses prevent disputes through compliance training and policy development.
Residential Property
This service covers all aspects of residential property transactions, from purchases and sales to equity loan schemes. We guide clients through legal processes, including property searches, shared ownership arrangements, and contract readiness assessments.
People
Henry Anstey
Partner
Henry Anstey is a partner at Hunt & Coombs with extensive experience in corporate commercial law. He specialises in business structures and partnerships, providing strategic legal advice to companies across various industries.
Rebecca Beynon-Phillips
Partner - Team Leader Dispute Resolution
Rebecca Beynon-Phillips leads the Dispute Resolution team, focusing on commercial conflicts and property litigation. With her legal expertise, she delivers practical solutions for clients facing complex legal challenges.
Farhana Butt
Partner - Family Mediator & Collaborative Lawyer
Farhana Butt is a family law specialist and accredited mediator. She helps clients resolve disputes through collaborative approaches, prioritising child welfare and fair financial settlements in divorce proceedings.
Andy Cave
Partner
Andy Cave provides expert legal counsel on commercial property matters. His practice includes advising businesses on property acquisitions, leases, and development projects across the UK.
Olivia Chalmers
Partner
Olivia Chalmers specialises in employment law, representing both employers and employees. She offers pragmatic advice on workplace disputes, tribunal claims, and employment contract negotiations.
Questions
What areas of law does Hunt & Coombs specialise in?
We specialise in business defence, commercial property, dispute resolution, employment law, residential property, and family law services.
Which regions does Hunt & Coombs serve?
We operate across Cambridgeshire, Northamptonshire, and Lincolnshire from our offices in Peterborough, Oundle, and Huntingdon.
Is Hunt & Coombs regulated by professional bodies?
Yes, we are authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority under registration number 443035.
What accreditations does Hunt & Coombs hold?
We maintain accreditations across multiple professional bodies and adhere to strict regulatory standards set by the SRA.
How many legal professionals work at Hunt & Coombs?
Our team comprises 38 legal experts, including 12 partners, supported by nearly 100 total staff members.
Reviews (7)
Martin Zee
May 08, 2022
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Kashif Khan is very professional and reliable. Very impressed with his problem solving, and solution finding skills! Thank you!
Fedora Strings
Apr 01, 2022
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We used Hunt and Coombs as our conveyancers, and Husnain Ali was excellent. Husnain was very good at chasing up the buyers' solicitors and he remained calm and courteous at all times. I definitely recommend this company.
Ken Banks
Mar 02, 2022
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We recently decided to purchase a small plot of land and, given this was something we'd never done before, decided we'd likely need a fair amount of hand holding. After making some initial enquiries with a number of local solicitors, it became obvious that James Pepperdine at Hunt & Coombs was the right person for the job. And he didn't let us down. Throughout the process he was incredibly responsive (unheard of in my earlier experiences dealing with solicitors) and he regularly reached out with his own updates.
He answered all our questions in a language we could understand, and in the end the transaction was simple, efficient and - dare I say it - enjoyable. I'd really not hesitate in recommending Hunt & Coombs, and will certainly use them again for any future work.
He answered all our questions in a language we could understand, and in the end the transaction was simple, efficient and - dare I say it - enjoyable. I'd really not hesitate in recommending Hunt & Coombs, and will certainly use them again for any future work.
Kacper Walkosz
Feb 20, 2022
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Needed help from a solicitor in court Mr Khan represented me in my case, really professional straight to the point, gave a lot of important advice before any court visit, really pleased with the end result in helping me in court highly reccomended
Kelly Bruce
Feb 12, 2022
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Rachael Bridges was amazing throughout my case, she clearly understood the law and made clear recommendations for the path forward. She was knowledgable and able to answer my (many) questions quickly and efficiently. I can't recommend Rachael enough for helping me through a very difficult time.
John
Dec 07, 2021
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I used Hunt & Coombs for the sale of my late father's house. The sale fell through three times before we were able to find a buyer who was able to go through with the purchase. I found the whole process discouraging and stressful. However, Husnain stayed optimistic and worked proactively and professionally. He was always very helpful and courteous in answering my queries, and even though he must have numerous clients at any one time he always got back to me immediately.
He seemed genuinely as pleased as me when we finally completed on the sale! I have had to deal with a number of sales and purchases of properties in the last few years, and I can say without hesitation that Husnain was by far the best legal professional I have worked with. Thank you.
He seemed genuinely as pleased as me when we finally completed on the sale! I have had to deal with a number of sales and purchases of properties in the last few years, and I can say without hesitation that Husnain was by far the best legal professional I have worked with. Thank you.
John Champion
Dec 01, 2021
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We used Hunt & Coombs for our flat purchase. It was a tricky case with the sellers causing delays. Mr Ali stuck with it and chased the sellers endlessly until we could complete the purchase. In the end there was a rush and we exchanged and completed on the same day. Excellent service and communications. Thank you Husnain.
