Rutherfords Solicitors

read moreOn occasion a matter does reach a point when two parties cannot resolve the issue without the need for legal advice. Rutherfords Litigation Department have a vast wealth of experience to assist both an individual and commercial client. Steve Wengraf heads the Litigation department and is assisted by Louise Tyler (Legal Executive) and Hayden Mellowship (Trainee Solicitor). Hayden joined Rutherfords in 2017 as a Paralegal. After completing his LPC at the University of Wolverhampton, Hayden became a Trainee Solicitor in August 2018.

read moreRutherfords are very experienced in all commercial property matters and can offer expert advice for all types of premises including offices, warehouses, factories, retail outlets, restaurants, dentists, care homes, hotels and pubs and the healthcare sector. We also offer agricultural legal services. Rutherfords Commercial department is headed up by Claire Poulton. Claire joined Rutherfords in September 2006 shortly after completing her Law Degree. Claire began work at Rutherfords as a paralegal, gaining experience in a variety of commercial and property transactions.

read moreA Lasting Power of Attorney ('LPA') is a legal document to appoint someone you trust to act as your attorney to manage your affairs if you become unable to do so yourself. We can discuss your particular requirements and arrange to register the LPA with the Office of the Public Guardian. The Court of Protection is a specialist court to help with decision making for people who are unable to make decisions for themselves. An application to the Court of Protection maybe necessary to appoint a deputy to act for you.

read moreWe recognise that being involved in a dispute at work can be a very stressful and emotional time for any individual which needs expert handling and straight forward advice. Caroline qualified as a solicitor in 2002 and join Rutherfords as one of our Consultants in 2013. Caroline is an extremely experienced solicitor, with an extensive background and knowledge on all aspects of employment law and HR Solutions. Caroline advises on a vast range of Employment Law such as Recruitment and contract negotiation, TUPE and outsourcing advice, Discrimination Issues, Workforce restructures, Severance arrangement and Employment tribunal and appeal court advocacy.

read moreOur origins start in Tamworth in 1925 with the legal practice of William Rutherford. After nearly 95 years in practice, the firm has grown from a traditional partnership called Rutherfords Solicitors evolving to our current limited liability partnership of Rutherfords LLP. Rutherfords Solicitors practiced from main offices at Lady Bank in Tamworth opposite the castle grounds. This Victorian terrace included a Tudor-Gothic style grade II listed building built in 1845 for Sir Robert Peel's bank (the Tamworth Savings Bank).

read moreWe have experienced lawyers to draft your will with single wills from 155 + vat and mirror wills from 260 + vat. Our costs include an appointment to discuss your will in person*, drafting the will using the latest real-time drafting software, an appointment to approve and sign your will and free storage. Making a will ensures that your property and possessions pass to your beneficiaries, makes provision for young children, appoints executors and saves inheritance tax. If you have complex family circumstances or business interests we can review these with you and consider inheritance tax planning and tax reliefs.

read moreRutherfords can look after all of your needs during the entire process. There is a lot to consider when buying or selling a property and our experienced team can assist you with all manner of issues and questions which may arise. Rutherfords residential property department is headed up by Amanda Edwards and overseen by Partner, Claire Poulton. We have a very experienced support team who are available to answer any questions throughout your transaction. We are well known amongst local firms of Solicitors and Estate Agents, who we work closely with to ensure property transactions run smoothly and efficiently.