Solicitors, Battle

At Stephen Rimmer, we’re committed to delivering exceptional legal services throughout East Sussex and the surrounding areas. Our solicitors for Battle provide a practical, results-driven service, always ensuring your best interests remain at the heart of everything we do. With broad expertise across multiple legal disciplines, we are well-equipped to handle a wide variety of legal matters.

Our commitment to excellent client care is evident in our accreditations. We are authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and hold recognised quality standard marks, including the Conveyancing Quality Mark, ISO9001, and LawNet. These accreditations reflect our dedication to providing clear, effective legal guidance.

Our solicitors can assist with matters including:

• Conveyancing
• Family law
• Wills & probate
• Business services
• Criminal defence
• Dispute resolution

Please get in touch with our solicitors near Battle, East Sussex today for an overview of your case. You can call us on 01424 619916  or fill in our contact form.

Our closest branch to Battle is our Hastings office. We also have a branch in Eastbourne.

Our legal services for Battle, East Sussex

Conveyancing

Moving home is frequently described as one of the most stressful experiences in life. Our conveyancing solicitors understand the challenges involved and are dedicated to making the process as straightforward as possible, ensuring a smooth transaction while protecting your finances at every stage.

In addition to buying and selling homes, our solicitors near Battle offer comprehensive legal support for various residential property matters, including:

• Remortgaging – Ensuring your new mortgage meets your financial requirements while taking care of all legal paperwork and formalities.
• Equity release – Advising on the legal considerations and financial implications, guaranteeing compliance, and guiding you through the legal procedures.
• Transfer of ownership – Preparing and reviewing the Transfer Deed, managing all necessary legal processes, and completing registration with the Land Registry.
• Leasehold property conveyancing – Providing expert advice and step-by-step support for the leasehold conveyancing process.
• Buy-to-let – Handling the legal complexities of buy-to-let transactions while delivering personalised advice to support your investment.

Family Law

Family law matters, including divorce and separation, require a careful balance of legal expertise and a compassionate approach. Our family law solicitors are here to guide you through the necessary processes, helping you reach a positive resolution with as little conflict as possible.

Our lawyers near Battle are specialists in Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), including family mediation, which often allows us to settle matters without going to court. However, should court proceedings be necessary, we will provide firm and effective representation.

Our expertise in family law includes:

• Divorce – Helping you navigate the legal process, financial settlements, and child arrangements.
• Separation – Advising on separation agreements to fairly distribute assets and responsibilities.
• Financial settlements – Assisting with the division of financial assets through mediation, collaborative methods, or court intervention.
• Arrangements for children – Providing guidance on child arrangements, whether through ADR or court proceedings.
• Pre- and post-nuptial agreements – Drafting agreements to protect your interests and financial security.
• Family mediation – Assisting with dispute resolution through structured mediation.
• Domestic violence – Helping victims secure the necessary legal protections to stay safe.

Wills and Probate

Organising Will and probate matters may seem daunting, but with expert legal guidance, these matters can be managed with ease.

Our Wills and probate solicitors for Battle can help you make clear, legally sound arrangements to ensure your estate is handled as you intend, providing reassurance that your loved ones will be taken care of.

We also offer support with lifetime planning, including creating a Lasting Power of Attorney to ensure your affairs remain in trusted hands should you lose capacity.

Our expertise in Wills and probate covers:

• Making a Will – Helping you create a legally binding Will that accurately represents your wishes.
• Inheritance tax planning – Offering tailored advice to help reduce potential inheritance tax burdens.
• Trusts – Assisting with setting up trusts as a tool for effective estate and tax planning.
• Probate & estate administration – Supporting executors and beneficiaries through the probate process.
• Lasting Powers of Attorney – Helping you establish an LPA or assisting Attorneys with their legal duties.
• Court of Protection – Advising on matters such as Deputyship applications.
• Contested probate – Providing legal support for resolving disputes over Wills and estates.

Business Services

Legal advice plays a crucial role in business success. Expert legal advice can help you build strong relationships, mitigate potential risks, and resolve any legal issues efficiently while keeping costs under control.

Our commercial solicitors near Battle combine legal proficiency with a deep understanding of business needs. This allows us to deliver practical legal solutions that support your long-term goals.

Our commercial law services include:

• Commercial property – Guidance on acquiring, selling, and managing business premises.
• Company law – Assistance with business formation and compliance with legal obligations.
• Shareholder agreements – Expert support in drafting and negotiating agreements to protect shareholders' rights.
• Partnership agreements – Helping to create agreements that clearly define responsibilities and safeguard interests.
• Commercial litigation – Providing robust legal representation in business disputes.

Criminal Defence

Being arrested or charged with a criminal offence can be a daunting experience, which is why we offer 24/7 legal support when you need it most. Our criminal defence solicitors for Battle provide expert representation during police interviews and will work tirelessly to build the best possible defence if you face prosecution.

Our areas of expertise in criminal defence include:

• Police station representation – Ensuring you receive immediate legal guidance and protection during questioning.
• Driving offences – Defending individuals against motoring-related charges.

Dispute Resolution

Legal disputes can be challenging, often consuming valuable time, money, and energy. Our dispute resolution lawyers offer clear legal guidance to help you understand your rights and options, working towards a favourable resolution while aiming to avoid litigation wherever possible.

Our areas of dispute resolution expertise include:

• Residential property disputes – Handling disputes involving property rights, tenancy issues, and neighbour conflicts.
• Commercial property disputes – Assisting businesses in resolving disagreements over commercial premises.
• Contested probate – Providing legal support for disputes involving Wills and inheritance.
• Employment disputes – Helping resolve workplace conflicts through negotiation or legal action.
• Debt recovery – Assisting in the efficient recovery of outstanding debts.

Get in touch with our solicitors near Battle

To discuss your legal matters with our expert solicitors near Battle, please get in touch today.

You can call us on 01424 619916 or fill in our contact form.