Business Details
Trusted Legal Services in Staffordshire
Salmons Solicitors have established themselves as a trusted legal practice serving clients in Newcastle-under-Lyme and Stoke-on-Trent. With a team of experienced solicitors and legal professionals, we specialise in conveyancing, family law, and personal injury claims while maintaining full accreditation through recognised schemes such as the Law Society's Family Law and Conveyancing Quality Schemes. Our directors bring decades of combined legal expertise, including Stephen Brookes' 31 years of experience in personal injury law and Nick Mason's leadership in property transactions.We prioritise professional, friendly service with a commitment to resolving complex legal matters efficiently. Our compliance with Solicitors Regulation Authority standards ensures clients receive legally sound advice across wills, probate, litigation, and property matters. Through transparent communication and a focus on client needs, we have built a reputation for delivering successful outcomes in both residential and commercial legal cases.
Services
Conveyancing
Family Law
Personal Injury
Litigation
Inheritance Claims
Power of Attorney
Highlights and features
- We have 31 years' experience in personal injury law
- Our team holds Law Society accreditation in family law
- We implement the Conveyancing Quality Scheme standards
- Our directors are qualified solicitors with decades of practice
- We provide transparent communication throughout legal processes
Associations and certifications
- Law Society Family Law Accreditation Scheme
- Law Society Conveyancing Quality Scheme
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
What people say
Professional service
Successful outcomes
Clear communication
Empathetic guidance
Efficient process
Services
Conveyancing
Our conveyancing service handles residential and commercial property transactions including freehold and leasehold titles. We manage remortgages, transfers of equity, and right-to-buy properties while maintaining Law Society Conveyancing Quality Scheme standards. Clients benefit from Janet Farrell's extensive experience and our commitment to clear communication throughout the process.
Family Law
Specialising in family law matters including divorce proceedings, child custody disputes, and financial settlements. Marie Proud, a Collaborative Solicitor and Resolution member, provides empathetic guidance through emotionally challenging situations. We handle pre-nuptial agreements and domestic violence cases with professional discretion and legal expertise.
Personal Injury
Stephen Brookes leads our personal injury department with 31 years' experience handling clinical negligence, workplace accidents, and road traffic claims. We operate under the Law Society's Personal Injury Accreditation Scheme, offering 'no win/no fee' options for eligible cases. Our team pursues compensation for injuries caused by defective products and criminal incidents.
Litigation
We provide litigation support for property disputes, probate conflicts, and commercial disagreements. Stephen Brookes oversees cases involving landlord possession claims and boundary disputes, combining legal expertise with strategic problem-solving. Our approach prioritises efficient resolution while maintaining clients' legal rights throughout court proceedings.
Inheritance Claims
Our services include will preparation, probate applications, and inheritance tax planning. Debbie Hodgson and Victoria Wood assist with estate administration and lasting powers of attorney. We help clients navigate complex inheritance matters while ensuring compliance with current legislation and minimising family conflicts.
People
Nick A. Mason
Director/Solicitor
Qualified solicitor since 1990 with expertise in property law and compliance. Specialises in residential and commercial conveyancing, wills, and probate. Leads the firm's implementation of Law Society standards while managing the Newcastle office operations.
Stephen A. Brookes
Director/Solicitor
Personal injury specialist with 31 years' experience. Assessor for Law Society's Personal Injury Scheme since 1996. Handles major injury claims, clinical negligence cases, and employment law disputes while serving as Compliance Officer for Legal Practice.
Janet Farrell
Conveyancing Manager
Fellow of Chartered Institute of Legal Executives with conveyancing expertise since 1994. Manages property transactions in Stoke-on-Trent office, specialising in residential sales and purchases. Also handles will writing and lasting powers of attorney matters.
Marie Proud
Consultant Solicitor
Family law specialist since 2001 with Collaborative Solicitor qualification. Member of Resolution organisation, focusing on constructive dispute resolution. Handles divorce proceedings, child arrangements, and non-molestation orders with empathetic client support.
Ang Barlow
Office Manager
Oversees daily operations across both offices, managing administration, staffing, and compliance matters. Coordinates advertising efforts and financial controls while ensuring smooth office functionality across Newcastle and Stoke locations.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We specialise in conveyancing, family law, personal injury claims, litigation, and inheritance matters with accredited legal professionals in each field.
Are your services available in both Newcastle and Stoke?
Yes, we operate from offices in both Newcastle-under-Lyme and Stoke-on-Trent with specialist teams at each location.
How experienced is your personal injury team?
Our personal injury department has 31 years' experience with accreditation through the Law Society's Personal Injury Scheme.
Can you help with no-fault divorce procedures?
Yes, we provide expert guidance on no-fault divorce processes introduced in April 2022 under English family law.
Do you offer 'no win/no fee' arrangements?
We provide conditional fee agreements for eligible personal injury claims to ensure access to justice without upfront costs.
How are property transactions handled?
Our conveyancing team manages residential and commercial property sales with Law Society Quality Scheme accreditation and clear communication.
