Business Details
Trusted Legal Services in Hemel Hempstead
Established over 30 years ago, we are an independent law firm based in Hemel Hempstead, dedicated to providing tailored legal solutions. Our expertise spans football law, Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney, and complex litigation, supported by a team of seasoned solicitors and consultants. We prioritise client accessibility through flexible meeting options, including virtual consultations and outdoor appointments at our Bovingdon office. Our firm combines extensive legal experience with a commitment to community engagement, evidenced by our involvement in charitable initiatives and local ambassadorship.We maintain rigorous professional standards, regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, and offer transparent pricing with free initial consultations for specific services. Our multidisciplinary team, including specialists in property law, family law, and commercial litigation, ensures comprehensive legal support for individuals and businesses alike.
Services
Football Law
Powers of Attorney
Wills
Litigation
Property Law
Highlights and features
- We offer free phone consultations for Wills and Powers of Attorney.
- Our team includes specialists with decades of experience in litigation and regulatory matters.
- We provide tailored legal services with transparent pricing and secure online payments.
- We are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority for professional accountability.
- Our flexible consultation options include virtual meetings and outdoor appointments.
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
Services
Football Law
We specialise in football-related legal matters, including disciplinary cases, FA negotiations, sponsorship deals, and player contracts. Our team provides expert representation for clubs, players, and agents, ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks. With decades of experience in sports law, we deliver strategic advice tailored to the unique demands of football industry stakeholders.
Powers of Attorney
We draft Lasting Powers of Attorney to safeguard your affairs if you lose mental capacity. Our solicitors assess your capacity and create legally binding documents covering property, financial, health, and welfare decisions. This service ensures trusted individuals manage your affairs, avoiding costly court interventions under the Court of Protection.
Wills
Our Wills service ensures your assets pass to chosen beneficiaries while minimising tax liabilities. We draft legally sound documents, appoint guardians for children, and store original copies securely. Proper Wills prevent intestacy rules from dictating asset distribution, ensuring your family's financial security and legal clarity.
People
Kerry Underwood
Senior Partner and Solicitor
Kerry is a legal expert in funding and regulatory matters, former Judge, and author. He specialises in high-profile litigation and serves on charitable boards, including the Lords Taverners Charity. His career spans decades of advocacy and legal scholarship.
Leah Waller
Consultant Solicitor
Leah specialises in Wills, Probate, and Lasting Powers of Attorney. She supports vulnerable clients and volunteers with dementia charities. Qualified in 2013, she combines legal expertise with community engagement through her work in later-life planning.
Anville Van Wyk
Consultant
Anville is a property and commercial law specialist with 40 years' experience. He contributes to community initiatives in Paarl and holds postgraduate qualifications in tax law. His expertise includes estate planning, trust law, and commercial litigation.
Questions
What legal services do you specialise in?
We specialise in football law, Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney, litigation, property law, and commercial legal matters.
Do you offer free initial consultations?
Yes, we provide free phone consultations for Wills and Powers of Attorney.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Appointments are available Monday to Friday by arrangement via phone or our online contact form.
Are your legal fees transparent?
Yes, we provide clear fee estimates within five days of your initial meeting.
Do you operate outside the UK?
Our main office is in Hemel Hempstead, but we have South African team members supporting specific services.
Reviews (7)
Andrew Wakeford
May 08, 2021
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We were owed 2,182 which we had paid before Christmas for flights cancelled in April. Five emails and 12 phone calls to the Flight Centre over three months had got us nowhere. One email from Tarryn van Graan at Underwoods Solicitors and nine days later we got our money back!
Emily Lumley
Apr 26, 2021
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Very efficient and easy to deal with. Great social distancing measures and a lovely feel to the office. Only used them briefly to witness a document signature though.
Moheeb Khan
Jul 15, 2020
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Critical: Professionalism, Quality, Responsiveness, Value Just poor. Won't waste my time but being told our partner is high up in the business and don't have time for helping out a customer. No care, just looking for the best and big cases
Arthur Ebrahimoff
Apr 12, 2020
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I started working with Mr. Imtiaz Khan since May of 2019. I live in US and needed a solicitor to handle the probate matter related to my deceased sister. From my first meeting with Mr. Khan while I was in UK and returning to US and handling matter long distance it has been a breeze. Mr. Khan has handled every thing related to this matter in a very professional and expedient matter. I appreciate all he has done for me and I highly recommend his services to any potential client of this organization.
It was pleasure working with Mr. Khan and Ms. Burger that handled other matters related to my case. Thank you again for all you have done for me. I appreciate your efficiency and professional manner of handling my case.
It was pleasure working with Mr. Khan and Ms. Burger that handled other matters related to my case. Thank you again for all you have done for me. I appreciate your efficiency and professional manner of handling my case.
Pete Mcclelland
Dec 29, 2019
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We were told by friends to use Underwoods as our solicitors in the conveyance of our house and they were absolutely brilliant. Caitlin Burger and all her team couldn't have done any more in making the transition period a stress free one. They are a small firm who handled everything most professionally and at a very reasonable price. We moved on the agreed date and from the moment we started till the day we moved in every call email was answered by them within twenty four hours.
We have no hesitation in recommending them at all. We moved in February and apologise for no answering sooner but our internet kept going kaput. Thanks again Underwoods for looking after us so well. Helen and Peter McClelland
We have no hesitation in recommending them at all. We moved in February and apologise for no answering sooner but our internet kept going kaput. Thanks again Underwoods for looking after us so well. Helen and Peter McClelland
Dat Guy Lionchaos
Jul 07, 2019
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Enquired how much it would cost to sign & witness to confirm ID the solicitor said 200 then I asked another solicitor she said 5 to 10, then asked another firm they said 10 and said Underwoods are ripp offs. My advice is always check price with atleast two other firms.
Colin Gadd
Mar 02, 2018
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I have worked with the team at Underwood's for over seven years on many different projects relating to our business and I have always been delighted with the service I have received from them and would have no hesitation in recommending them for all aspects of business.
