Business Details
Your Trusted Legal Partner in the South & Thames Valley
Coffin Mew is a straight-talking, commercial, and responsive law firm with offices across the South and Thames Valley. We provide tailored legal advice to businesses and individuals, specialising in sectors such as Agriculture & Rural Business, Care & Protection, Real Estate, Private Wealth, and Technology. Our client-focused strategy combines legal expertise with sector-specific knowledge to deliver practical solutions. Established through a successful Thames Valley merger in 2017, we achieved 30% revenue growth the following year and were recognised as the fastest-growing law firm in the Solent 100.Accredited by Lexcel, the Law Society's Quality Practice kite mark, we prioritise innovation, commercial awareness, and exceptional client service. Our team of specialists delivers pragmatic advice, with 96% of clients recommending us and 92% rating our service as excellent or good. We invest in technology and continuous improvement, ensuring we meet evolving client needs while maintaining a modern, approachable culture.
Services
Family Law & Divorce
Commercial Property
Employment Law
Corporate Law
Conveyancing
Probate & Trusts
Dispute Resolution
Restructuring & Insolvency
Data Protection
Wills & Estates
Highlights and features
- We offer sector-specific legal expertise in Real Estate, Technology, and Private Wealth.
- Our team provides pragmatic, commercially focused advice tailored to client needs.
- 96% of clients recommend us for our responsive and professional service.
- We combine innovative approaches with a deep understanding of industry-specific challenges.
- Accredited by Lexcel, ensuring the highest standards of legal practice.
Associations and certifications
- Lexcel
What people say
Exceptional client service
Highly commercial advisors
Pragmatic solutions
Approachable and down-to-earth
Exceeded expectations
Services
Family Law & Divorce
Our Family Law team specialises in complex financial remedy cases, contested children matters, and nuptial agreements. We provide pragmatic guidance for same-sex couples, unmarried partners, and military pension-related disputes. With expertise in mediation and no-court divorce options, we prioritise client needs while maintaining a commercial approach to resolution.
Commercial Property
We offer comprehensive commercial property services including conveyancing, lease extensions, and property litigation. Our team advises on development projects, investment opportunities, and construction matters, ensuring clients maximise real estate assets while mitigating legal risks through sector-specific expertise.
Employment Law
Our Employment Law specialists provide day-to-day HR advice, GDPR implementation, and senior departure management. We represent both employers and employees in litigation, offering pragmatic solutions for redundancies, grievances, and restrictive covenants while maintaining commercial awareness.
Corporate Law
We deliver corporate legal services including mergers and acquisitions, shareholder agreements, and business restructuring. Our team advises on commercial contracts, intellectual property, and regulatory compliance, supporting businesses from formation through growth and succession planning.
Conveyancing
Specialising in residential and commercial conveyancing, we handle property purchases, sales, and new home transactions. Our services include lease extensions, remortgaging, and auction property transfers, delivered with efficiency and clear communication throughout the process.
People
Leon Deakin
Employment Team Lead
Leon Deakin specialises in employment law, advising businesses on HR matters, GDPR compliance, and senior departures. Recognised for commercial awareness, he provides practical solutions for regional technology companies, education bodies, and retailers.
Miles Brown
CEO
Miles Brown leads Coffin Mew as CEO, driving strategic growth and maintaining our commitment to exceptional client service. With extensive legal sector experience, he oversees operations across our South and Thames Valley offices.
Hayley Bevis
Corporate Team Lead
Hayley Bevis leads corporate transactions, specialising in mergers and acquisitions. She delivers commercially focused advice for business owners, ensuring smooth transactions and strategic legal support during critical business junctures.
Questions
What areas of law does Coffin Mew specialise in?
We specialise in Family Law, Commercial Property, Employment Law, Corporate Law, Conveyancing, and sector-specific services for Technology, Real Estate, and Private Wealth clients.
Which regions does Coffin Mew serve?
We operate across the South and Thames Valley, with offices in Brighton, Gosport, Newbury, Portsmouth, and Southampton.
What makes Coffin Mew different from other law firms?
Our combination of sector expertise, commercial pragmatism, and client-focused service sets us apart, supported by Lexcel accreditation and consistently high client satisfaction ratings.
Are your legal services available remotely?
Yes, we offer remote consultations via telephone, email, and video conferencing while maintaining COVID-19 safe office facilities for essential in-person meetings.
