Business Details
40 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Legal Services in Ellesmere Port
Established in 1986, Jacobs Solicitors has built a reputation as a trusted legal practice serving Ellesmere Port and Chester. Our firm was founded by Maurice Jacobs Solicitors, a respected legal figure known for his exceptional expertise and dedication to client care. Under the leadership of Directors Sue Burton, Steven Alis, and Hannah Kelly, we continue to provide comprehensive legal solutions across multiple disciplines. Our team combines decades of collective experience with specialist knowledge in criminal law, conveyancing, family matters, wills and probate, and immigration services. We maintain a strong commitment to our local community, prioritising personal service and long-term client relationships.Our legal professionals include experienced solicitors, legal executives, and support staff who work collaboratively to deliver effective outcomes. We adhere to the highest professional standards while maintaining accessibility for all clients. Our practice reflects Maurice Jacobs Solicitors' original ethos of combining legal excellence with genuine care for clients' needs. With over 35 years of continuous service, we remain dedicated to evolving with our clients' requirements while maintaining our core values. Our office hours and emergency contact details ensure we can respond promptly to urgent legal matters.
Services
Criminal Law
Conveyancing
Family Law
Wills and Probate
Immigration Law
Lasting Powers of Attorney
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- We have over 35 years of combined experience in multiple legal disciplines
- Our team includes specialist solicitors in criminal, family, and immigration law
- We maintain SRA regulation compliance for professional accountability
- Our emergency contact service operates outside normal office hours
- We provide tailored legal solutions with personal client care
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA)
Services
Criminal Law
Our criminal law team provides expert representation for all types of criminal cases. With experienced solicitors Steven Alis, Hannah Kelly, and Stevie Bate, we offer strategic defense solutions for clients facing criminal charges. Our service includes court representation, case strategy development, and legal advice tailored to each client's specific circumstances.
Conveyancing
We offer comprehensive conveyancing services for residential property transactions. Our conveyancing specialists Petra Theohari, Colette Clynch, and Tracy Jackson handle all aspects of property transfers, including contract preparation, title checks, and completion processes. The service ensures smooth property transactions with clear communication throughout.
Family Law
Elaine Shell leads our family law department, providing expert guidance on divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, and domestic matters. Our approach focuses on resolving family disputes through negotiation while providing robust representation when court action is required. We prioritise clients' emotional needs alongside legal outcomes.
Wills and Probate
Sue Burton and Elaine Shell specialise in wills and probate matters, offering tailored estate planning solutions. Our service includes drafting legally sound wills, establishing lasting powers of attorney, and guiding executors through probate processes. We help clients ensure their assets are distributed according to their wishes while minimising potential disputes.
Immigration Law
Steven Alis provides expert immigration law services covering visa applications, asylum claims, and immigration tribunal representation. Our approach combines thorough knowledge of current immigration regulations with practical advice to help clients navigate complex immigration processes and achieve successful outcomes.
People
Sue Burton
Director, Solicitor
Sue Burton has been a Partner/Director since 1989, specialising in private client matters, wills, and elderly client care. She oversees the wills and probate department with extensive experience in estate planning and lasting powers of attorney.
Steven Alis
Director, Solicitor
Steven Alis has worked in legal practice since 1986, specialising in criminal law and immigration matters. He serves as a Judge in Immigration and Social Entitlement chambers while leading Jacobs Solicitors' criminal department since 2007.
Hannah Kelly
Director, Solicitor
Hannah Kelly joined the firm in 2021 and became a Director in 2024. She specialises in criminal law, working alongside experienced colleagues to provide expert legal representation for clients facing criminal charges across various jurisdictions.
Elaine Shell
Solicitor
Elaine Shell is a qualified solicitor handling family law and private client matters. She provides expert legal advice on divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, and estate planning while supporting clients through complex family situations.
Petra Theohari
Legal Executive
Petra Theohari is an ACilex-qualified legal executive specialising in residential conveyancing. She manages property transactions with attention to detail, ensuring smooth processes for clients buying or selling residential properties.
Questions
What areas of law does Jacobs Solicitors Solicitors specialise in?
We specialise in criminal law, conveyancing, family law, wills and probate, and immigration law, with experienced solicitors in each practice area.
Are Jacobs Solicitors Solicitors regulated by any official body?
Yes, we are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority under number 622419, ensuring compliance with professional standards.
Which geographical areas do Jacobs Solicitors Solicitors serve?
We primarily serve Ellesmere Port and Chester, providing legal services to clients across Cheshire and surrounding regions.
Can I get assistance with creating a will or lasting power of attorney?
Yes, our wills and probate team led by Sue Burton provides expert assistance with creating legally sound wills and lasting powers of attorney.
How do I make a complaint about legal services received?
Complaints can be made through our formal complaints procedure available on our website or by contacting our office directly.
