Business Details
Trusted Legal Services in Bungay, Suffolk
Sprake & Kingsley Solicitors has served the Bungay community and beyond for decades, offering comprehensive legal solutions for individuals, families, and businesses. Our team of experienced solicitors specialises in areas including family law, estate administration, residential property transactions, and agricultural law, with a particular focus on East Anglian farming communities. We pride ourselves on delivering tailored advice grounded in deep local knowledge and a commitment to understanding each client's unique circumstances.Our firm maintains strong ties to the region, combining traditional values with modern legal expertise to provide accessible, practical support. We prioritise clear communication, ensuring clients fully understand their options while navigating complex legal processes. With a proven track record in resolving disputes and facilitating smooth property transactions, we aim to be a trusted partner in safeguarding our clients' interests.
Services
Family Law
Estate Administration
Residential Property
Inheritance Disputes
Lasting Powers of Attorney
Highlights and features
- Experienced team specialising in East Anglian agricultural law
- Personalised approach to family law and estate administration
- Proven track record in complex property transactions
- Transparent communication with clear legal guidance
- Deep-rooted local knowledge serving Suffolk and Norfolk
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA)
What people say
Exemplary handling of property sale
Speedy communication
Easy to understand advice
Smooth transaction process
Knowledgeable dispute resolution
Services
Family Law
We provide sensitive family law support including divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, and collaborative law solutions. Our team helps clients navigate relationship breakdowns with practical advice on financial settlements and parenting plans. We specialise in pre-nuptial agreements and complex asset division cases, ensuring client interests are protected while minimising emotional distress.
Estate Administration
Our probate specialists guide executors through estate administration, handling asset collection, tax compliance, and inheritance distribution. We assist with contentious probate matters and provide expert support for estates involving international assets or complex tax planning requirements.
Residential Property
We manage residential property transactions from initial contracts to completion, handling standard sales, new builds, and agricultural land transfers. Our team provides clear guidance on leasehold purchases, equity release schemes, and shared ownership arrangements.
Inheritance Disputes
Our contentious probate team resolves inheritance conflicts through negotiation or litigation. We handle Will validity challenges, Inheritance Act claims, and executor disputes, providing specialist advice on trust disputes and estate administration conflicts.
Lasting Powers of Attorney
We advise on creating Lasting Powers of Attorney for property and health matters, guiding clients through registration processes. Our team assists with Court of Protection applications and deputyship arrangements for individuals lacking mental capacity.
People
Karen Phillips
Managing Partner
Karen Phillips leads the firm with over 25 years' experience in family law, specialising in complex divorce settlements and child custody arrangements. She heads the collaborative law practice and mentors junior solicitors in best practice standards.
Frances Davy
Partner
Frances Davy brings extensive expertise in probate and inheritance disputes, with particular focus on contentious estates and Inheritance Act claims. She has represented clients in high-profile cases involving agricultural property and complex trust structures.
John Hay
Partner
John Hay specialises in residential property law with 20+ years' experience handling complex conveyancing transactions. He advises on new build developments, agricultural land sales, and leasehold enfranchisement matters across East Anglia.
David Sprake
Consultant
David Sprake provides specialist tax planning advice, drawing on four decades of experience in estate planning and agricultural law. He advises on inheritance tax mitigation strategies and complex Wills for high-net-worth individuals.
Clare Gissing
Salaried Partner
Clare Gissing focuses on later life planning, specialising in Lasting Powers of Attorney and care home funding strategies. She works closely with families navigating Court of Protection processes and complex care fee arrangements.
Questions
What areas do Sprake & Kingsley Solicitors cover?
We primarily serve Bungay, Suffolk, and surrounding East Anglian regions including Norfolk, providing localised legal expertise.
What legal services do you specialise in?
Our core specialisms include family law, estate administration, residential property transactions, agricultural law, and inheritance planning.
How can you help with care home funding?
We provide expert guidance on NHS funding eligibility, local authority means testing, and asset protection strategies for care fee planning.
Do you offer Wills and probate services?
Yes, we assist with Will drafting, probate applications, and estate administration, including complex inheritance tax planning.
Can you handle property disputes?
Our team specialises in resolving property boundary issues, shared ownership disputes, and leasehold enfranchisement matters.
