Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Expert Legal Services in Ipswich
Prettys Solicitors has been providing expert legal advice since 1906, combining a rich heritage with modern legal expertise. Our team of solicitors in Ipswich delivers approachable, responsive services tailored to both individuals and commercial clients across East Anglia, London, the UK, and internationally. Recognised for excellence in commercial law, personal law, and specialist sectors like transport and logistics, we prioritise client needs through a client-first approach and in-depth legal knowledge.Accredited by the Law Society's Lexcel Quality Mark, we ensure exceptional client care and practice management. Our commitment to continuous development and membership in Galexy, an international association of lawyers, reinforces our ability to offer trusted legal solutions globally.
Services
Corporate and commercial
Construction law
Data protection
Dispute resolution
Employment law
Commercial property
Family law
Personal injury
Residential property
Wills and estates
Details
- Year established: 1906
Highlights and features
- We have over 115 years of experience in delivering expert legal advice.
- Our client-first approach ensures tailored solutions for every case.
- We are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority for professional standards.
- Our team includes specialists in corporate, commercial, and personal law.
- We operate internationally through membership in Galexy, a global legal network.
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
- Law Society's Lexcel Quality Mark
What people say
Second to none client service
Exceptional legal acumen
Pragmatic and responsive
Knowledgeable and personable
Trusted partner for businesses
Services
Corporate and commercial
Our corporate and commercial services provide strategic legal solutions for businesses at every stage. We specialise in banking, finance, commercial agreements, and dispute resolution, ensuring clients navigate complex legal landscapes with confidence. Our team's deep sector knowledge in transport, retail, and tech supports sustainable growth and risk mitigation.
Family law
We offer compassionate family law services addressing divorce, financial settlements, and child custody matters. Our solicitors prioritise amicable resolutions through mediation while maintaining litigation expertise for complex cases. Clients benefit from a non-confrontational approach aligned with Resolution's Code of Practice.
Personal injury
Our personal injury team secures compensation for clients injured due to others' negligence. We handle claims on a No Win No Fee basis, covering workplace accidents, slips/trips, and public incidents. Continuous support and a sensitive approach ensure clients receive fair outcomes and emotional reassurance.
Commercial property
We provide comprehensive commercial property services including transactions, planning, and dispute resolution. Our solicitors protect client interests through risk mitigation strategies and pragmatic advice, covering landlord-tenant relations, development projects, and regulatory compliance.
Dispute resolution
Our dispute resolution team specialises in commercial conflicts, offering mediation, arbitration, and litigation services. With expertise in construction, corporate, and property disputes, we deliver cost-effective solutions while preserving business relationships through strategic negotiation.
People
Ian Waine
Senior Partner
Ian Waine leads Prettys Solicitors' corporate and commercial team with over 25 years' experience. Recognised for strategic business advice and client-focused solutions, he specialises in mergers, acquisitions, and commercial contracts.
Sarah Lewis
Partner
Sarah Lewis advises on commercial contracts and corporate governance, praised for responsiveness and practical solutions. Her expertise spans technology and retail sectors, ensuring clients receive commercially viable legal strategies.
Louise Plant
Senior Associate
Louise Plant heads the personal injury team, known for compassionate representation in workplace accidents and public liability claims. Her No Win No Fee approach ensures accessible justice for injured clients.
Georgina Rayment
Partner
Georgina Rayment specialises in family law, particularly financial settlements and child custody. Her empathetic approach balances legal precision with client emotional needs during divorce proceedings.
Rebecca Cleal
Partner
Rebecca Cleal leads commercial property services, advising on acquisitions, development, and leasehold reforms. Her pragmatic guidance helps businesses navigate complex real estate transactions and regulatory frameworks.
Questions
What areas of law does Prettys Solicitors Solicitors specialise in?
We specialise in corporate and commercial law, family law, personal injury, commercial and residential property, dispute resolution, and employment law.
How long has Prettys Solicitors Solicitors been in operation?
Prettys Solicitors Solicitors has provided legal services since our founding in 1906, combining heritage with modern legal expertise.
Are your legal services available outside East Anglia?
Yes, we serve clients nationally and internationally through our Ipswich office and Galexy network membership.
What accreditations does Prettys Solicitors Solicitors hold?
We are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and hold the Law Society's Lexcel Quality Mark for client care excellence.
Reviews (5)
Andrew Hare
Jun 13, 2020
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Always polite and helpful. Visited their art exibition for local artists, which they support at no cost to artists. Prettys most helpful in resolving House Deeds issue.
Julian Evans
Dec 02, 2019
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What a fabulous conveyancing team. We wanted to move house before Christmas, so like most people we were in a hurry to get the conveyancing done. We used Penny and her team about 10 years ago, she sorted out a "land locked" problem a previous Ipswich firm had not picked up on - I chose Prettys because I knew they covered every little detail and were a safe pair of hands. This time they picked up and sorted a land registry problem and despite the additional work and complications they got everything through in 8 weeks and hit the deadline. Thanks Prettys.
Sofiane Lineker
Oct 31, 2019
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Brilliant service, and keep you informed of everything amazing communication, satisfied with service 100/1000
Monkey Chaz
Aug 09, 2018
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I have been with Prettys for almost a year now. My solicitor has been Georgina Rayment. Since day one Georgina has had a firm game plan concerning my legal issues, and I'm very pleased to say she has achieved everything for me. She has been very good and clear at explaining what she was about to do for me. And had been very supportive to me with my issues. She is always very quick and fast at replying to any calls/emails concerning issues I have had.
I've also found her very friendly and nice to get on with during my time with her. I really don't think I could have asked at all for a better solicitor or a better firm. I would recommend herself and Prettys 110% to everyone.
I've also found her very friendly and nice to get on with during my time with her. I really don't think I could have asked at all for a better solicitor or a better firm. I would recommend herself and Prettys 110% to everyone.
Caroline Glason
May 31, 2017
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I made an appointment for my elderly mother to discuss and amend her will. I took time off work to go with her and my Mum who is 90 had to get a taxi into town. The person we were supposed to be seeing wasn't there- no apology or reason given- and we saw a a trainee who was clearly out of her depth and hadn't read or understood my Mum's existing will. It was a complete waste of time. This is the second bad experience we have had at Pretty's and we have made the decision to take our business elsewhere.
