Ashby

01530 414111

Leicester

0116 2551901

Coalville

01530 834466

Melbourne

01332 863810

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Crane and Walton LLP is a well-established and recognised legal practice that provides its clients with bespoke and carefully considered legal advice on a range of practice areas.

By listening, understanding and forging long lasting relationships with our Private Individual and Commercial/Business clients, we aim to achieve their respective goals.

We pride ourselves on carrying out our legal work for clients in a professional, efficient and cost-effective manner.

We have vast experience across our four office located in Leicester, Coalville, Ashby de la Zouch and Melbourne.

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WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Emily was very friendly and very professional at all times.
Thank you for an all-round excellent service.
The service we received from Kam Ubhi was superb.
Kiran is a very open and honest man with a warm manner
Alison Muttock was fantastic
Very pleasant staff
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The service could not have been better
Reception staff – excellent. Emily Stephen – excellent.

Office Locations

Ashby

  • 30 South Street
    Ashby de la Zouch
    LE65 1BT
  • 01530 414111
  • 01530 417022
  • office hours: 9:00am - 5:00pm

Leicester

  • 24 De Montfort Street
    Leicester
    LE1 7GB
  • 0116 2551901
  • 0116 4298973
  • office hours: 9:15am - 5:00pm

Coalville

  • 21 - 25 London Road
    Coalville
    LE67 3JB
  • 01530 834466
  • 01530 810886
  • office hours: 9:00am - 5:00pm

Melbourne

  • The Loft
    7a Market Place Melbourne
    Derbyshire DE73 8DS
  • 01332 863810
  • office hours: 9:00am - 5:00pm

CRANE AND WALTON LLP is a limited liability partnership registered in England and Wales with number OC374767.

A list of members is open for inspection at 21-25 London Road, Coalville, Leicestershire LE67 3JB the principal place of business and registered office.

This firm is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority Registration Number 570192.

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Matthew Needham

Solicitor and LLP Member

I head the Private Client Team and my work involves advising clients on establishing effective inheritance tax solutions to include wills, trusts, administration of estates, deeds of variation and family trusts. I also advise on alternative commercial arrangements in order to maximise the inheritance tax reliefs available.

I am a Corporate Member of Crane And Walton LLP and qualified as a Solicitor in May 1994.

Philippa Crane

T.E.P, Solicitor and LLP Member

I have over ten years post-qualified experience and specialise in wills, trusts and probate. 

I advise a wide range of clients on their wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney, providing tailored advice in relation to inheritance tax and estate planning for each client’s individual circumstances. 

I assist clients with all elements of estate administration, from probate applications and intestacy to complex inheritance tax matters, post-death variations and estate income and capital gains tax. I have a thorough knowledge of trust law and advise clients on all aspects of trust creation, taxation and administration. 

I am a member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners. 

Leanne Cooper

T.E.P, Trust and Estate Practitioner, Solicitor and LLP Member

I have worked within the private client department of Crane and Walton LLP for over 17 years and have a wealth of experience and knowledge of private client law and procedure. 

I specialise in the administration of estates, drafting and interpreting Wills,  drafting Lasting Powers of Attorney and Court of Protection applications. I also advise clients on trust issues relating to trust administration as well as private client taxation involving inheritance tax, capital gains and income tax.

I offer a professional and supportive service to my clients, providing clear and concise legal advice. 

I am a full member of STEP and cross qualified from a FILEX to a solicitor in August 2021. 

Matthew Rice

Solicitor and LLP Member

I qualified as a solicitor in 2012 and advise clients on a variety of commercial property matters and domestic conveyancing.  Based in the firm’s Ashby Office, I joined Crane and Walton in 2021.  I specialise in a wide variety of commercial property matters, including real estate finance, acquisition and disposal work, overage agreements, and property development.  I have a particular interest in Landlord and Tenant work.  I pride myself on giving clear and effective advice to help my clients achieve their desired outcome and enjoy rising to new challenges.

In my spare time, I am a keen golfer and enjoy spending time with my family.

Emily Stephen

Solicitor

I specialise in all commercial property matters, with a particular focus on development related transactions, from initial acquisition stage through to final plot sales. This regularly involves drafting bespoke documents ranging from conditional contracts, development agreements, options and overage agreements. i work pro-actively alongside long-standing clients of the firm and have cemented good working relationships with clients along with their professional teams.  

I also act on behalf of local Parish Councils, Pension Funds and property owners on a range of commercial transactions including  Landlord and Tenant matters, re-financing and general property matters.

Outside of the office my daughter and disobedient dog keep me very busy. In between all of this I enjoy going on holiday, and spending time cooking for family and friends

Rachel Hughes

Solicitor

I specialise in dealing with all aspects of residential conveyancing matters including sales, purchases, remortgages, equity release schemes, property and land transfers and new build plot purchases.

I qualified as a Solicitor in September 2002.

Jaya Venkatasamy

Solicitor

I qualified as a Solicitor in 2007.

I specialise in all aspects of residential property law including registered and unregistered land, freehold and leasehold sale and purchase, transfer of equity, remortgage, equity release, shared ownership, new build and Government Help to Buy schemes.

I also have experience in transfers of property relating to gifts and assents.

Jessica Paul

Solicitor

I am a newly qualified solicitor, in the firm’s Commercial Property Department. I am based in the Ashby Office, and specialise in a variety of matters, including Landlord and Tenant work and Overage Agreements.

When I’m not at work, I can usually be found either at home with my partner or at Music Festivals in the summer.

Natasha Dobson

Solicitor

I have been qualified as a solicitor and working in the private client sector for over 13 years.   With experience in Trusts, Estate Administration, Wills, Inheritance Tax Planning and Lasting Powers of Attorney I can offer a complete and client focused service.

My particular areas of expertise include the creation and administration of trusts, whether these are set up during a person’s lifetime or created in a Will.  I can support clients in navigating the income tax, capital gains tax and inheritance tax implications surrounding trusts to help them meet their planning needs.

I enjoy working with a diverse range of clients at Crane and Walton and aim to provide accessible and bespoke advice to all. 

Andrew Klimowicz

M.A (OXON), Solicitor and LLP Member

I specialise in all types of commercial property transactions and can assist business owners with a wide variety of legal services relating to their enterprises. With more than thirty years’ legal and business experience I enjoy delivering timely, clear, informed and effective advice to my clients.

I am a Corporate Member of Crane And Walton LLP and qualified as a Solicitor in August 1989.

Kam Ubhi

Solicitor and LLP Member

I have expertise in contracts disputes, professional disputes, professional negligence, disputes involving directors, breaches of restrictive covenants, contentious probate, inheritance claims and trust litigation. In relation to Property Litigation I have expertise in relation to breach of covenant issues, dilapidations and repairs, Landlord & Tenant Act 1954(ii), business tenancies, nuisances and trespass, rent arrears and service charge disputes. I will provide a hands on approach when asked to deal with a dispute. I often become involved in negotiations and represent clients on settlement discussions and mediation in order to achieve a prompt and cost effective resolution to disputes.

I qualified as a Solicitor in October 1986.

Alison Muttock

Chartered Legal Executive

I specialise in all aspects of residential conveyancing including sales, purchases, remortgages and transfers of equity.

I qualified as a Legal Executive in October 2008.

Gemma Parkinson

Solicitor

I advise on a range of Private Client matters including the preparation of Wills, applications to the Court of Protection and drafting Lasting Powers of Attorney, administering estates (probate) and advising elderly clients.

I qualified as a solicitor in 2008.

Rebecca Taylor

Solicitor, LLP Member and Associate Member of Solicitors for the Elderly

I am a Solicitor advising on Private client matters including; Wills, Administration of Estates, Court of Protection applications, Powers of Attorney, Trusts, Elderly Client issues and Tax Planning matters. I also have experience in dealing with transfers of property, including Assents and Declarations of Trust.

I qualified as a Solicitor in January 2004.

Kiran Solanki

Senior Solicitor and LLP Member

I specialise in all matters relating to relationship breakdown: divorce, finances, children and cohabitee matters. The aim at the initial appointment is to establish the framework for the case so that you can be advised in terms of time, cost, procedure and outcomes. The aim is to be proactive in dealing with your case.

I qualified as a Solicitor in August 1996. I am a voracious reader of modern British, American and Indian history as well as current affairs on national and international issues.

Laura Doherty

T.E.P, Solicitor and LLP Member

I advise on matters regarding the drafting of Wills, Administration of Estates, Court of Protection applications, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Trusts, Elderly Client issues and Tax Planning matters. I also have experience in dealing with property transactions to include, Assents, Transfers and Severance of Tenancies.

I am a Member of the Society of Trusts and Estate Practitioners.

I qualified as a Solicitor in August 2013.

Rachel Skinner

Licensed Conveyancer

I studied law at Leicester University, and have been working in residential property since 2004. I qualified as a Licensed Conveyancer in 2012.

I specialise in all aspects of residential conveyancing, and deal with residential property transactions of all types including freehold and leasehold sales, purchases, re-mortgages, equity release schemes, transfers of equity, new build plot purchases, Help to Buy mortgages, and buy to let transactions.

Asma Aboo

Solicitor

I qualified as a solicitor in July 2017.

I specialise in all aspects of residential conveyancing matters, including freehold and leasehold sales, purchases, re-mortgages, transfer of equity, right to buy’s, new builds and government help to buy schemes.

Catherine Ward

Legal Executive

I qualified as a Chartered Legal Executive in 1997 and have specialised in residential conveyancing since.

I specialise in all aspects of residential conveyancing including freehold, leasehold, registered and unregistered matters.  I have dealt with new build plots, transfers of equity, help to buy, shared ownership and re-mortgages.

My main concern is ensuring that every transaction is dealt with efficiently and I believe very strongly that the key to a successful transaction is excellent communication with my clients.

Rebecca Abraham

T.E.P, Solicitor and LLP Member

I have over 13 years of post-qualified experience in private client law and advise on all areas of estate and Inheritance Tax planning and administration including the drafting and interpretation of Wills, creation and management of Trusts, Powers of Attorney and Probate and administration of estates including complex and taxable estates and post death variations.

I work with a wide range of clients with differing needs and backgrounds including high net worth individuals but always with the aim of providing legal solutions tailored to their individual concerns and requirements.

I am a member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners.