Nothing is certain but death and taxes...

There comes a time in life when you should consider our Private Client Services, such as making a will, probate and estate administration, power of attorney, trusts and trust funds and inheritance tax planning.

Market Street, Brighton

Litigation & Dispute Resolution

If you are involved in a dispute, or are looking at litigation we are going to be very interested. From a simple consultation looking at your options, through to taking all the pressure, we deliver case-winning strategies.

Palace Pier, Brighton

Divorce, Separation & Children

When relationships break down you need sensitive and sound guidance you can trust, especially when there are children involved. We also offer fixed price divorce arrangements.

Solicitors for Divorce and Separation

Business Law and Commercial Property

Buying or selling a business, leasing a property, involved in a commercial dispute or you simply need advice on any legal matters affecting your company, we are here to help.

Business Law and Commercial Property

Landlord and Tenant Law

Disputes between Landlords and Tenants can be avoided using expert advice from the outset, but if things do go wrong you need a local solicitor on your side.

Ropetackle, Shoreham-by-Sea, West Sussex

Buying and Selling Property

If you are buying or selling a home then you need an experienced Solicitor that concentrates on your best interests, yet is also fast and accurate. Oh and let's not forget best value for your money.

Brighton Street View

Let's get started

For most people talking to a solicitor is not an everyday occurence, but please don't feel apprehensive; we are here to help you in any way we can.

To get the conversation started, simply get in touch, explaining your situation using any of the following... 

  Call 01273 461 381 or use this form to request a callback at a time to suit you.
  We are always happy to receive initial enquiries by This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

  Our Priority Customer Enquiry Form is safer than email and ensures your enquiry is quickly reviewed and answered. 

  If you are buying or selling a property, using the Fastrack Conveyancing Quote Form puts you at the top of the list.

  If you just want some fast, cost effective face-to-face advice then we offer fixed price 45 minute consultations for £175 plus VAT.

Fitzhugh Gates are here to help people understand, secure and often improve their legal postion and the beginning of many long standing client relationships is often a simple question.

Over the years we've found similar questions being asked many times, so to get the ball rolling here are some of the most common questions and our answers. Obviously what we really want to do is discuss matters face to face, so for a comprehensive review to your own unique situation please contact us.

How much are your legal services likely to cost?

Fitzhugh Gates is certainly not the most expensive solicitors, but how much any particular service costs does depend on many factors.

Our charges are always transparent, competitive and tailored to individual resources wherever possible. In certain cases we may also offer a fixed fee initial consultation at £210 inc. VAT (£35 at %20) along with fixed fee divorce and civil partnership dissolution packages.

If you want more information or would like a quick no-obligation estimate of our costs tailored to your specific matter, please call our Shoreham-by-Sea office or use our Online Contact Form for general enquiries, or if you are buying or selling property then use this Conveyancing Quotation Request Form. You'll have an estimate to work with on either the same or next working day.

You can also review our published 'People, Services and Fees' summaries for the following departments:


Can I set a limit on costs?

Yes you can set a limit on your legal costs!

Where we have given an estimate this will not be exceeded unless unforeseen complications have arisen and we have your instructions to continue with the matter.

If you want more information or would like to make an appointment, please call our or Shoreham-by-Sea solicitors offices or use our Online Contact Form.


Can I still get help through legal aid?

Our family team offers advice and representation under the legal aid scheme for;

  • The protection of children eg. care proceedings, child abuse, child abduction or acting on behalf of children.
  • Legal advice in support of mediation, domestic violence injunctions cases or forced marriage protection orders.
  • All other cases where you satisfy the criteria for the award of public funding.

If you want more information or would like to make an appointment, please call our Shoreham-by-Sea solicitors offices or use our Online Contact Form.


Does Fitzhugh Gates work on a no win, no fee basis?

Yes we do work on a no win, no fee basis in connection with some cases.

Our Managing Partner Julian Cioffi will be happy to discuss your case.

If you want more information or would like to make an appointment, please call our Shoreham-by-Sea solicitors offices or use our Online Contact Form.


Does Fitzhugh Gates carry out home visits?

Yes... Fitzhugh Gates are happy to provide help and advice wherever it is needed.

Subject to availability we are happy to assist by visiting clients at home.

If you want more information or would like to make an appointment, please call our Shoreham-by-Sea solicitors offices or use our Online Contact Form.


Can I arrange for a meeting at my business premises?

Yes... Fitzhugh Gates are happy to provide help and advice in a way that is convenient to you.

Subject to availability we are happy to assist by visiting clients at their business premises.

If you want more information or would like to make an appointment, please call our Shoreham-by-Sea solicitors offices or use our Online Contact Form.


Can I see a solicitor out of office hours?

Yes we are able to provide advice and assistance outside of normal working hours.

This service is provided subject to availability.

If you want more information or would like to make an appointment, please call our Shoreham-by-Sea solicitors offices or use our Online Contact Form.


Do you provide consulations via email?

We will always do our best to assist you in whatever format is preferable to you wherever possible.

However, we do sometimes need to have face to face meetings or to examine original documents in order to be advise you about your matter.

If you want to start an online conversation then use our Online Contact Form explaining that you'd like to consult via email, and that's how we'll respond.


Do you do criminal cases?

We are very happy to put you in touch with a colleague specialising in this area of law should you require assistance.

If you want more information or would like to make an appointment, please call our Shoreham-by-Sea solicitors offices or use our Online Contact Form.

 

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