Business Details
48 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Lancashire
Brighouse Wolff Solicitors have been serving clients across Lancashire since 1978, offering expert legal services in both personal and business matters. Our firm maintains a strong commitment to client care, combining traditional values with modern legal expertise to deliver high-quality, cost-effective solutions. With offices in Ormskirk and Skelmersdale, we specialise in family law, conveyancing, personal injury claims, and commercial legal services, supported by a team of experienced solicitors and legal professionals.We are the only local firm providing legal aid in family matters, ensuring accessible justice for our community. Our approach prioritises clear communication, transparency, and tailored advice to meet individual client needs while maintaining competitive pricing.
Services
Criminal Law
Personal Injury
Clinical Negligence
Commercial Property
Family Law
Wills & Probate
Conveyancing
Dispute Resolution
Estate Agency
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- We are the only local firm offering legal aid in family matters
- Our combined sales and conveyancing service streamlines property transactions
- 35+ years of experience in family law and private client work
- Specialist team in personal injury and clinical negligence claims
- Regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority for professional standards
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
What people say
Friendly, professional approach
No poor service in 40 years
Hassle-free service
Excellent service repeatedly
Would recommend to family
Services
Family Law
We provide expert legal representation in family law matters including divorce proceedings, child arrangements, and financial settlements. Our solicitors offer compassionate guidance during relationship breakdowns while prioritising client interests. With decades of local experience, we handle complex cases involving property division and child custody matters.
Conveyancing
Our conveyancing team handles residential and commercial property transactions with transparent pricing and efficient service. We manage sales, purchases, remortgages, and equity release schemes with dedicated support throughout the process. Clients benefit from our combined sales and legal service for streamlined property transactions.
Personal Injury
We specialise in personal injury claims including road accidents, workplace injuries, and clinical negligence cases. Our experienced solicitors negotiate maximum compensation for clients through thorough case preparation and legal representation. We handle complex multi-track claims requiring specialist expertise and advocacy.
Commercial Property
Our commercial property department advises businesses on property transactions, landlord-tenant matters, and commercial leases. We provide tailored legal solutions for property investments and development projects with specialist knowledge of business property law requirements.
Wills & Probate
We offer comprehensive wills, probate, and lasting powers of attorney services with expert guidance on estate administration. Our team provides clear advice on inheritance matters and trust management, supported by regular community education sessions on probate law.
People
Simon G. Brighouse
Partner Solicitor
Qualified in 1993 with over 35 years' experience, specialising in family law and private client work. Great-grandson of founding partner Sir Samuel Brighouse, providing continuity of service.
Jennifer L. Kirby
Senior Partner Solicitor
Head of Wills & Probate Department with 17+ years' experience. Achieved Law Society award for private client work, providing expert advice on estates and trusts.
Mike Flynn
Partner Solicitor
Criminal law specialist with 28 years' experience. Higher Court Advocate handling police station representation and magistrates court cases across West Lancashire.
Jenny Clark
Partner Solicitor
Commercial property expert with 21 years' post-qualification experience. Specialises in commercial landlord and tenant matters, providing strategic property law advice.
Claire Roberts
Chartered Legal Executive
Family law specialist with 24 years' experience, focusing on child arrangement orders and social services involvement cases. Provides professional representation in complex family matters.
Questions
What areas do you cover for legal services?
We serve clients across Lancashire including Ormskirk, Skelmersdale, Maghull, Burscough, Tarleton, and Southport from our two office locations.
Do you offer legal aid for family matters?
Yes, we are the only local firm providing legal aid in family law cases. Contact us for eligibility assessment and case evaluation.
Can I get a conveyancing quote online?
Yes, our website provides an online conveyancing quote form for sales, purchases, and remortgage transactions with no obligation.
What specialisms do your solicitors hold?
Our team specialises in family law, personal injury, commercial property, wills & probate, and criminal law with accredited experts in each field.
Are your offices still open during the pandemic?
Our offices remain open with safety measures in place. We also offer remote consultations via phone and video conferencing options.
