While every member of our team specialises in a different key area of the law, by working together, we are able to provide a fast, comprehensive and cost-effective solution to any legal issue our clients have.
Whether you are coming to us on a personal level or with regard to a business issue, we aim to resolve every single one of your legal problems. Whatever the issue, we understand that you might be experiencing a great deal of stress. That’s why we take a sensitive and personal approach with all of our clients, tailoring it to ensure we achieve the results you want as quickly as possible.
We always aim to give you quick and easy access to legal advice – either by phone, email or in person – providing you with all the information you need in clear, concise English. And, of course, all matters are always handled with the utmost discretion, with absolute confidentiality guaranteed.
With an expansive knowledge of the law, a personal approach to your needs and a refreshingly forward-thinking outlook, it is little wonder that we have remained the first port of call for generations of local families looking for the very best legal advice.
Working with Lexcel, we are constantly trying to improve our practice for the benefit of you, our client.
With headquarters in London Road, Leigh and a second branch on Leigh Broadway, our offices are in prime locations that allow us to serve the entire Southend and South East Essex area, as well as the rest of Essex and the East End of London. Our head office in London Road is based in the former Barclays bank, constructed in the 1930s. Staying true to the original design while adding a touch of modernity, the office is equipped with two state-of-the-art conference rooms – the Vault and the Manager’s Room – so we’re never short of room to discuss work with clients of any size.
Our offices also help to form the basis of our outreach work in the community. With a spacious cinema and seminar area, we have facilities perfect for hosting a range of functions – whether it's keeping a number of our valued clients up-to-date on the latest developments in the law, or hosting events for a range of charities in the local area.
A progressive firm must be just that i.e. developing and looking towards the future. In GW’s view this must factor in considering our environmental impact (particularly with the vision to support future generations of clients!)
The Giles Wilson Moot As a leading local law firm, we seek to encourage and nurture legal potential in the region from a young age. Therefore, we are delighted to announce that Giles Wilson will be holding a Mooting competition this year. What is the Giles Wilson Moot? The Giles Wilson Moot is a competition structured as a series of mock legal hearings, leading to a grand final. Students are invited to act as legal counsel, preparing and delivering compelling arguments based on various legal scenarios to a panel of esteemed solicitors, barristers and judges. Additionally, each team of students must respond to a series of questions posed to them by the panel and be prepared to think on their feet. A unique opportunity for an insight into legal practice Recognised by the Law Society, our Moot offers a rare opportunity for local students to experience the law in practice; something that is not commonly found outside of university level study. We are very proud of the fact that is it the only competition of its kind in the Southeast. We believe that our Moot enables the participants to develop key skills that will set them in good stead for any future career, such as; confidence in public speaking, critical thinking and analytical ability. The winners will receive prizes, including the prestigious Giles Wilson Moot cup, work experience with Giles Wilson and barristers’ chambers. Getting involved We have contacted schools within a 5-mile radius of our head office in Leigh-on-Sea to be involved. The schools that participate will have the opportunity to attend ‘Moot evenings’ whereby students will receive further information on the competition, be able to ask questions and network with legal professionals within Giles Wilson. The Moot competition itself will start with the quarterfinals, taking place in October 2024, with semi-finals planned for November, and the final in December. The Moot competition is part of our calendar of events for 2024 and will be in support of our 2024 chosen charities. Therefore, anyone is welcome to come along to watch the Moot rounds and support the students and charities if they wish to. If you require any further information, please send an email to: [email protected], with the subject “Giles Wilson Moot 2024”.
When communicating with someone new, it is always a good idea to make sure you are using inclusive language. Terms such as they/them to avoid an incorrect assumption being made. Pronouns are not a suggestion; they are fundamental and vital to someone’s identity and should be respected.
The expertise of our solicitors is regularly recognised by some of the profession’s most distinguished organisations. As well as being a member of a number of Law Society schemes, we have won awards at the Law Society Excellence Awards, the Halsbury Legal Awards and the Modern Law Awards.
We have also received recognition in the form of the Lexcel mark of quality, a Legal 500 listing and a place on the shortlist of The Lawyer’s Boutique Firm of the Year.
Our accolades
If you have a legal issue you are worrying about, it’s important to remember you are not alone.
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We hope that you do not have cause to complain about us but we do take any complaints very seriously and urge you to speak to a partner initially and if you are not satisfied then to follow our Complaints Procedure.
When to report a solicitor to the SRA
If you have complained to your solicitor about breaching the SRA Code of Conduct and are not satisfied with their response, you can report them to the SRA. Examples of a breach include:
When to contact the Legal Ombudsman
If you have complained to your solicitor about poor service and you are not satisfied with their response, you can contact the Legal Ombudsman who deal with poor service, such as:
