Smith Partnership – Derby

Smith Partnership serves commercial and private clients with sound judgement, formidable negotiating skills and expert advocacy.

Established for over 20 years, the firm has evolved to become a market leader in many specialist fields.

Advocacy / Court Work

Go to any local court and you will be sure to see at least one Smith Partnership solicitor advocate.
Many of their solicitors are entitled to appear before higher courts on complex issues which assures continuity of first class representation throughout the case.

Children / Family/ Matrimonial

No other local firm can match the strength of Smith Partnership’s family team. Many of the solicitors are on the Law Society Family Panel (Advanced), the Law Society Children Panel and Accredited Specialists with Resolution. This guarantees that the solicitors are genuine specialists and experts in family law.

Commercial Property

Property can be one of the biggest assets of a business. Complying with restrictive covenants, contractual obligations, planning regulations and the like could lead to unexpected costs, and possibly a reduction in asset values.

Residential Property

From the sale or purchase of your property, to a remortgage or the transfer of equity, you can be assured that your instructions will be carried out with efficiency, speed and accuracy.

Since 14 December 2007, all homes put on the market have been required to have a Home Information Pack. We have the expertise to provide your HIP for you.

Compensation

If you have been involved in an accident which wasn’t your fault contact Smith Partnership for a free appraisal of your potential claim. A no-win no-fee scheme is available.

Smith Partnership also has an expert in medical negligence dealing exclusively with medical malpractice.

Crime

Smith Partnership’s criminal team deal with cases ranging from motoring offences and white collar crime to murder. The right representation could make a considerable difference to the outcome of the case. Smith Partnership are highly accomplished advocates able to assist you before the court.

Employment

Whether you have recently been made redundant, or wrongfully or unfairly dismissed, the Employment team at Smith Partnership can provide first-class advice. Employee Contracts or service agreements can also be reviewed and advice given on the effect and enforceability of restrictive covenants. Smith Partnership has a strong record representing clients at tribunals.

In addition, many of the leading companies in the region seek advice from Smith Partnership.

Litigation

Disputes need to be resolved in a speedy manner. Smith Partnership will consider the facts, explain your options and take action.
Smith Partnership can litigate on all kind of commercial contractual disputes including property, construction, contentious trusts and estates and fraud.
The debt recovery system utilises cutting edge technology enabling you to chart the progress of your case.

Wills and Probate

Whatever your financial position you owe it to yourself to put your affairs in order and minimise tax on the next generation. Smith Partnership can help with personal tax and estate planning; will writing, inheritance tax advice, lifetime gifts and settlements, powers of attorney and the administration of estates