Business Details
Trusted Solicitors in Olney Since 1796
Established in 1796, J Garrard & Allen has served as a trusted legal advisor to families and businesses across Bucks, Beds, and Northamptonshire for over two centuries. Our firm combines historical expertise with modern legal practices, offering tailored solutions in areas such as property law, litigation, and estate planning. We prioritise personal attention, ensuring clients receive direct access to qualified solicitors who deliver practical, commercially aware advice.With a legacy of representing multi-generational clients and landed estates, we maintain a commitment to quality through membership of the Conveyancing Quality Scheme and regulation by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. Our approach balances deep legal knowledge with a focus on client needs, avoiding impersonal processes in favour of dedicated, individual service.
Services
Court Action
Wills & Probate
Property Law
Dispute Resolution
Employment Law
Trusts & Estates
Personal Injury Claims
Landlord & Tenant
Commercial Transactions
Mediation Services
Highlights and features
- We offer over 200 years of legal expertise rooted in local knowledge
- Our qualified solicitors provide direct, personal representation without junior delegation
- We combine historical stability with modern commercial understanding
- Our client-centric approach avoids impersonal processes in favour of tailored advice
- We maintain long-standing relationships with multi-generational families and estates
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
- Conveyancing Quality Scheme
What people say
Exceptional conveyancing service
Thorough understanding of legal issues
Professional and swift service
Genuine help and support
Commercial understanding
Services
Wills & Probate
Our specialist solicitors provide comprehensive will drafting and probate administration services. We help clients create legally sound wills that reflect their wishes while minimising inheritance tax implications. The team also handles complex probate matters, including grant applications and estate administration for multi-generational families and landed estates.
Property Law
We offer expert advice on residential and commercial property transactions. Our services include conveyancing, lease negotiations, and agricultural land dealings. With particular expertise in rural property matters, we assist farmers, landowners, and developers with acquisitions, disposals, and tax-efficient structuring of property holdings.
Dispute Resolution
Our litigation team handles civil disputes ranging from neighbour conflicts to commercial litigation. We provide strategic advice on debt recovery, contract disputes, and professional negligence claims. With experience in mediation and court proceedings, we aim to resolve matters efficiently while protecting client interests.
Employment Law
We advise on employment law matters including settlement agreements and workplace disputes. Our solicitors help employers and employees navigate contractual issues, redundancy processes, and legal compliance. We provide practical solutions to resolve employment conflicts while minimising business disruption.
Personal Injury Claims
Our personal injury specialists handle claims ranging from minor injuries to catastrophic cases. We work on conditional fee agreements where appropriate, ensuring access to justice for clients. The team has experience in road accidents, workplace injuries, and complex liability disputes.
People
Robert Marchant
Senior Partner
With extensive experience in rural property law, Robert specialises in agricultural land transactions and estate management. He has advised generations of landowners on complex property and tax planning matters.
Paul Gardener
Partner
Paul leads our litigation and personal injury departments. He has particular expertise in commercial disputes and catastrophic injury claims, combining courtroom advocacy with strategic legal advice.
Richard Satyanadhan
Partner
Richard specialises in civil litigation and costs law. He handles complex disputes including professional negligence and debt recovery, with a focus on post-Jackson Reforms cost management.
Rennie Chambers
Partner
Rennie focuses on commercial property and landlord-tenant law. She has significant experience in lease negotiations and property development agreements, particularly in rural and agricultural contexts.
Kate Chambers
Associate Solicitor
Kate specialises in residential conveyancing and property law. She provides practical advice on home purchases, sales, and equity transfers, ensuring smooth transactions for first-time buyers and investors.
Questions
How can I access legal advice remotely?
We offer remote consultations via Microsoft Teams for client convenience, maintaining the same level of personal service as in-office meetings.
What areas do you cover?
We serve clients across Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, and Northamptonshire, with particular expertise in rural and agricultural matters.
Do you handle property transactions?
Yes, we specialise in residential and commercial conveyancing, including agricultural land deals and complex property structures.
Can you assist with wills and probate?
Our experienced team provides comprehensive will drafting services and probate administration for estates of all sizes.
Are your fees transparent?
We comply with SRA transparency rules, providing clear cost breakdowns for our services as required by legal regulations.
How do you handle disputes?
We offer mediation and litigation services, focusing on resolving conflicts efficiently while protecting client interests through proven legal strategies.
