Welcome to Backhouse Solicitors
We are a family-owned firm of specialist, problem-solving solicitors with offices in Chelmsford and Leigh-on-Sea, Essex. Our talented team of over 65 experts offer help and advice to companies and individuals across Essex, London and surrounding areas, in all aspects of law. We are a growing firm, focused on your needs.
Visiting a solicitor can be a daunting experience, particularly if you’ve never done it before. We want to change that. Our aim is to make your visit as stress-free as possible. By arranging a free initial consultation, we can discuss your case and needs, all while giving you the chance to get to know us. At Backhouse Solicitors, we believe the best way to achieve the desired results is by working together.

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Our expert team of solicitors can help you with a wide range of legal issues, including:
- Employment Law for Business
Employment Law for Individuals
Commercial Property
Corporate and Commercial Law
Business Contracts, Terms and Conditions
- Wills, Probate, Inheritance Tax and Trusts
Lasting Power of Attorney
Litigation and Dispute Resolution
Debt Recovery
Conveyancing and all aspects of Property Law
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Employment Law
Do you need an expert to help with workplace problems?Employment Law
Our expert Employment team can offer advice to both employers and employees.
Private Client
Our friendly experts can help you and your family with later life planningPrivate Client
Our friendly, approachable Solicitors can provide individual services such as Wills, Probate, LPA’s and Trusts.Property Law
Are you buying or selling a property?Property Law
Our friendly Property team are with you every step of the way, from your offer being accepted to receiving the keys and moving in.Dispute Resolution
We help businesses and individuals resolve a disputeDispute Resolution
Whether it’s a personal or a commercial dispute, our team are here to fight your corner and get the best possible outcome for you.Business Law
Do you need advice on Corporate and Commercial Law or Commercial Property?Business Law
Our professional Corporate and Commercial team are here to help you and your business.
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Contact us todayWhat Our Clients Say About Us
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Had complete trust in what they were doing,they kept us informed during the process and were very understanding of our specific needs.
Highly recommend
They dealt with the sale of our property and purchase of our new home.
We cannot fault the service provided by the team. Megan and Macy kept us up to date and informed every step of the way.
We would use Backhouse again in the future.
D Trav
We would happily both use their services again, and recommend to others. Thank you all.
Fast forward to 2025 and I used them when I sold my house. Despite a complex sale due to previous issues with a solicitor I used in the past (PCS).
Backhouse (Liz and Ben in particular) were exceptional from start to finish. Prices were brilliant for the service I received. Not only was it professional communication and actions but it was personable which was so nice in comparison to my past experiences with solicitors.
I would strongly recommend Backhouse to anyone. Liz and Ben were incredible and I wish the team nothing but success going forward. My complex sale, was simplified by their ability to adapt and push for logical solutions to ensure a smooth sale.
As a first-time home buyer, I was nervous about the whole process, but my solicitor , Susan Clarke at Backhouse made everything so much easier. She was professional, approachable, and incredibly thorough from start to finish. Susan explained each step in a clear and reassuring way, always making sure I understood what was happening and what to expect next.
She was quick to respond to my questions (and I had a lot!), kept me updated without me having to chase, and worked efficiently to make sure everything went smoothly. Her attention to detail and supportive approach gave me real peace of mind during what could have been a stressful experience.
I couldn’t have asked for a better solicitor to guide me through my first home purchase.
I would definitely recommend Sarah and her team.
Brilliant! Thank you Susan for getting my property purchase across the line.
Always quick to respond and keep me up to date with the property purchase.
I will be using you for my next purchase.
Nevertheless, Robert Pointer at Backhouse Solicitors Ltd was diligent in pursuing every detail and providing me with reassurance throughout the process. His promptness, professionalism, and expertise were outstanding. As a single mother with teenagers, this was more than just a financial arrangement — it was about ensuring a stable future for my family. I offer my heartfelt thanks to the team at Backhouse Solicitors Ltd.
Would highly recommend Backhouse Solicitors, especially Robert, Macy and Megan. Very efficient service and always responded quickly on all matters regarding the sale. Thank you very much.
No solicitor is cheap, but Jane and these guys were worth every single penny👍👍
Thanks again
My family are grateful for their vast experience and assistance!
Neil Brown was extremely knowledgeable, reassuring and forthcoming with his opinions and expertise, immediately providing a calm outlook and structured next steps to our situation. Without his guidance, we would never have been brave enough to follow the course of action that we did; everything has now resolved how Neil predicted, with no further repercussions to date.
However, if our situation had resulted in proceedings, we would have had no hesitation in instructing Neil to act for us, for all the above reasons. We are extremely grateful for the service provided to us and should we ever have cause to seek legal representation again, we would not hesitate to contact Backhouse Solicitors once more. Thank you.
Minal, in particular, has been absolutely fantastic. She’s compassionate, no-nonsense, and has a brilliant ability to explain complex legal matters in a way that’s easy to understand. Her professionalism and responsiveness are second to none – nothing was ever too much trouble, and I always felt supported and informed.
The whole team at Backhouse have been incredible, and I wouldn’t hesitate for a second to recommend them for any aspect of legal work. Truly a top-tier firm.
Backhouse Solicitors Charities of the Year
As 2025 marks the 20th anniversary of Backhouse Solicitors, we have decided to support four charities this year!
The team have chosen to support the Helen Rollason Cancer Charity, Farleigh Hospice, Little Havens and Chelmsford Foodbank for the next 12 months, and are looking forward to taking part in various fundraising events throughout the year to raise money for such great causes!
For more information on the charities and how to donate, please read our dedicated article.

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