Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Legal Services in Salisbury & Chippenham
Batt Broadbent has been a trusted legal partner since 1967, rooted in the historic communities of Salisbury and Chippenham. Our firm combines decades of local expertise with a compassionate approach, guiding clients through complex legal matters with clarity and unwavering support. From family law to commercial transactions, our team of solicitors, legal executives, and licensed conveyancers delivers tailored solutions across England and Wales. Regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and accredited under the Law Society Conveyancing Quality Scheme, we prioritise client needs while maintaining the highest professional standards.Our growth from a single Salisbury office to a regional practice reflects our commitment to accessibility, innovation, and community service. With specialists in ecclesiastical law, private client matters, and business law, we provide comprehensive legal support designed to simplify challenges and protect client interests. Our collaborative culture ensures every team member contributes to our mission of making legal matters stress-free for clients.
Services
Family Law
Conveyancing
Wills & Probate
Commercial Law
Church Law
Details
- Year established: 1967
Highlights and features
- We offer over 55 years of combined legal expertise in Wiltshire and beyond.
- Our team includes specialists in family law, conveyancing, and ecclesiastical law.
- We provide empathetic, jargon-free legal guidance tailored to client needs.
- Our firm is regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and Law Society accredited.
- We serve clients across England and Wales from our Salisbury and Chippenham offices.
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
- Law Society Conveyancing Quality Scheme
What people say
Helpful and quick
Trusted advice
Stress-free process
Services
Family Law
Our family law specialists provide compassionate guidance for divorce, child custody, and domestic disputes. We prioritise amicable resolutions while protecting client interests. With tailored legal strategies, we help families navigate complex emotional and legal challenges.
Conveyancing
We streamline property transactions with clear cost estimates and dedicated support. Our conveyancers handle residential and commercial transfers, leaseholds, and new builds. Clients benefit from our local expertise and nationwide service accessibility.
Wills & Probate
Our wills and probate team offers comprehensive estate planning, power of attorney arrangements, and probate administration. We ensure client wishes are legally protected while simplifying post-death processes for families.
Commercial Law
We provide commercial legal advice covering contracts, property leases, and business sales. Our solicitors help companies navigate regulatory requirements and commercial disputes, supporting sustainable business growth through proactive legal solutions.
Church Law
Specialising in Church of England law, we advise dioceses and parishes on property matters, clergy appointments, and canonical procedures. Our team includes diocesan registrars with decades of experience in ecclesiastical legal frameworks.
People
Andrew Hart
Senior Partner
With over 30 years' experience, Andrew Hart leads our commercial law team. He specialises in business transactions and property law, combining strategic insight with practical legal solutions for corporate clients.
Sue De Candole
Partner, Diocesan Registrar
Sue oversees private client matters and serves as Diocesan Registrar. Her expertise in wills, probate, and ecclesiastical law spans 25+ years, ensuring clients receive technically sound, compassionate legal guidance.
Peter Warr
Partner
Peter Warr manages our Chippenham office and specialises in residential conveyancing. He brings 15+ years of property law experience, focusing on efficient transaction management and client communication.
Susan Atkinson
Partner
Susan Atkinson leads our corporate compliance team. With a background in complex commercial law, she advises businesses on regulatory matters and contractual agreements across multiple industry sectors.
Rosie Beaven
Head of Family
Rosie Beaven specialises in family law, handling high-conflict divorce cases and child arrangement disputes. She advocates for collaborative solutions while vigorously representing client interests in court proceedings.
Questions
What areas do you cover for legal services?
We operate from Salisbury and Chippenham, serving clients across Wiltshire, England, and Wales for all our legal specialisms.
How can I get an instant conveyancing estimate?
Use our online conveyancing calculator tool to receive immediate cost estimates for property transactions without needing initial consultations.
Do you handle church-related legal matters?
Yes, our team includes specialist ecclesiastical lawyers and diocesan registrars experienced in Church of England legal frameworks and property matters.
What experience do your family law solicitors have?
Our family law team includes partners with over 20 years' combined experience in divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, and prenuptial agreements.
Reviews (4)
Jack Cutler
Apr 21, 2022
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Needed a document certified by a solicitor urgently and was seen the same day, very quick and professional - thank you very much.
David Baker
Jan 16, 2021
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An excellent conveyancing completed without fuss, proactive communication when needed and polite and efficient. Thank you Catherine Steel we will use you again soon.
Evotec Fire & Security
Dec 15, 2020
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Our employee needed a Statutory Declaration urgently and they were able to assist at a very short notice - really helpful and understanding! This was done observing social distancing guidance and when other solicitors still remain closed due to the pandemic, so really appreciate - and highly recommend - the team's excellent service and professionalism.
Alex Hopson
Oct 07, 2019
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I'd definitely recommend Andrew Hart for conveyancing, I've used him twice now and he and his team have been really helpful and quick in their dealings.
