Serving our local community since the 1800's From advising in property transactions, agriculture, wills, probate and litigation we have broadened
our specialisms to include company and commercial matters, employment, agricultural and
rural businesses, accident claims, family, contract and Civil Litigation and Dispute resolution and regulatory law...
ABOUT US
Agriculture If you are a farmer or landowner there are inevitably times you
need a solicitor to assist with property transactions or advice. For disputes
Tim Parsons from our Dispute Resolution department can assist but our
non-contentious property work is carried out by Robert Sainsbury.
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Commercial Property If you are a business owner or intending
to start up or take over a business there are
inevitably times you need a solicitor to assist
with property transactions or advice.
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Dispute Resolution This is expensive, time-consuming and an
unwarranted distraction from your planned
business objectives. We will do whatever it takes
to minimise these symptoms and, if necessary,
take an unconventional route to the outcome
you are seeking.
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Employment Law Our employment practice provides clear and pragmatic advice
for your employment needs. We cover a full range of legal solutions
from initial instructions through to representation at the Employment Tribunal.
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Family Law We can help with all aspects of dealing with a divorce
or separation including dealing with finances
and contact with children
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Personal Injury If you have been injured whether it was road accident,
an injury at work, a slip or fall in a public or private place
or as a result of medical negligence or criminal injury
we are here to help ensure you get the right treatment
and compensation.
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Residential Property Whether you are buying or selling a residential property
Bates Wells & Braithwaite can expertly guide you
through the process.
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Wills, Trusts and Probate In your lifetime, Bates Wells & Braithwaite can assist with producing Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney
following a death we can assist with obtaining a Grant of Probate
and with the general administration of estates
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Serving our local
community since the 1800's
From advising in property transactions, agriculture,
wills, probate and litigation we have broadened
our specialisms to include company and commercial
matters, employment, agricultural and rural
businesses, accident claims, family,
contract andCivil Litigation and
Dispute resolution and regulatory law...
ABOUT US
Agriculture If you are a farmer or landowner there are
inevitably times you need a solicitor to assist with
property transactions or advice. For disputes Tim
Parsons from our Dispute Resolution department can
assist but our non-contentious property work is
carried out by Robert Sainsbury.
MORE INFORMATION
Commercial Property If you are a business owner or intending
to start up or take over a business there are
inevitably times you need a solicitor to
assist with property transactions or advice.
MORE INFORMATION
Dispute Resolution This is expensive, time-consuming and an
unwarranted distraction from your planned
business objectives. We will do whatever it
takes to minimise these symptoms and, if
necessary, take an unconventional route to
the outcome you are seeking.
MORE INFORMATION
Employment Law Our employment practice provides clear and pragmatic
advice for your employment needs.
We cover a full range of legal solutions from initial
instructions through to representation at the
Employment Tribunal.
MORE INFORMATION
Family Law The administration of estates and trusts touch upon
some of the most personal aspects of human
affairs and are also matters of increasing complexity
calling for specialised knowledge.
MORE INFORMATION
Personal Injury This is expensive, time-consuming and an
unwarranted distraction from your planned
business objectives. We will do whatever it
takes to minimise these symptoms and, if
necessary, take an unconventional route to
the outcome you are seeking.
MORE INFORMATION
Residential Property The administration of estates and trusts touch upon
some of the most personal aspects of human
affairs and are also matters of increasing complexity
calling for specialised knowledge.
MORE INFORMATION
Wills, Trusts and Probate The administration of estates and trusts touch upon
some of the most personal aspects of human
affairs and are also matters of increasing complexity
calling for specialised knowledge.
MORE INFORMATION
For more than 200 years, the name Bates Wells and Braithwaite has been synonymous with a high level of service and expertise as solicitors and lawyers serving clients nationwide and abroad.
From our offices in Sudbury, Suffolk on the border with Essex, we can provide highly experienced and skilled advice on property transactions, agriculture, wills, probate and litigation.
We have also broadened our specialisms to include company and commercial matters, employment, agricultural and rural businesses, personal injury, family, contract and civil litigation and dispute resolution.
Bates Wells and Braithwaite. A name you can trust.
AGRICULTURE

If you are a farmer or landowner there are inevitably times you need a solicitor to assist with property transactions or advice. For disputes Tim Parsons from our Dispute Resolution department can assist but our non-contentious property work is carried out by Robert Sainsbury…

BUSINESS AFFAIRS

We offer a comprehensive range of services to support your business at every stage from incorporation to sale…

COMMERCIAL PROPERTY

If you are a business owner or intending to start up or take over a business there are inevitably times you need a solicitor to assist with property transactions or advice. For disputes Tim Parsons from our Dispute Resolution department can assist but our non-contentious…

DISPUTE RESOLUTION

Our Litigation Solicitors Mark Heselden and Tim Parsons have a wide range of experience in identifying, dealing with and resolving legal disputes. We provide you with realistic and practical advice and will work with you to achieve the best possible outcome for you…

EMPLOYMENT

Whether you are an employer or an employee, we offer in depth support and guidance throughout all of the stages of your matter, drawing on our extensive expertise and experience of work related issues; from advice, the initial drafting of contractual…

FAMILY LAW

Rebecca is experienced in advising in all areas of Family Law. Rebecca can assist couples who are going through a separation or if assistance is required in relation to a dispute relating to children arrangements. Rebecca can also help obtain necessary Court Orders…

PERSONAL INJURY

If you have suffered an injury, your life may have changed and you are worried about the financial impact of your injuries and you may not be able to work. Our team of approachable and friendly solicitors will help to guide you through each stage of you claim…

RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY

Legal Director and Head of the Residential Conveyancing Department Hannah Lindsey Smith and Associate Solicitor Amy Hutchinson are experienced in advising on the buying and selling of freehold and leasehold residential property, remortgages, Deeds of Gift, Declaration of Trusts and Transfers of Equity…

WILL, TRUSTS & PROBATE

Glenn Blair and Emily Clark are experienced in advising on and preparing documents for Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney and Trusts. They can also help in obtaining a Grant of Probate and conducting Estate Administration and in…

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