Our lawyers specialise in providing high quality legal advice and support

About Timms Solicitors

Established for over 130 years

Timms Solicitors have been established since 1892 and have over 130 years' experience providing advice and guidance for clients.

At Timms Solicitors, we have three Partners – Fiona Moffat, Dee Khunkhuna and Adrian Rose – who manage over 60 members of staff across four locations in Derby, Ashby, Swadlincote and Burton.

Our experience and knowledge allow us to provide a range of high quality specialist services.

Testimonials

What people say about us

I first used Timms in the 1960's they still have the same care and commitment as before, I was very satisfied. So sorry I can't suggest anything to help improve the service.

Adrian Rose was absolutely fantastic throughout my divorce proceedings. He made a very painful and difficult situation as easy as it could be. He was empathetic, highly professional, and incredibly efficient. I cannot recommend him or Timms highly enough.

I must thank Sophie Wildsmith in particular for all her help. She has handled the process in the most calm and professional manner throughout the sale process. Both she and Katie Holmes have made it all straightforward during all the stages right up to completion

Timms acted on my behalf for a personal injury claim and have been fantastic. Natasha and Haley have both dealt with my claim and have both been brilliant throughout. Really happy with the service, having used solicitors in the past this is by far the best experience I've had. I can't thank them enough for their hard work, thank you so much!

I would just like to say a huge thank you to Jessica Barnett for all her support through the process of my divorce. Jessica was professional, friendly, knowledgeable and very supportive. I would highly recommend Jessica and she is an asset to Timms

I would like to take this opportunity to thank all of the staff at Timms solicitors including Julie Stewart, Lisa Newbold and Emily Facer for handling the sale of my property, the service that they provide is excellent as I was kept informed at every stage of the sale, therefore I would highly recommend the team at Timms to anyone that is selling or buying a property.

Timms came recommended to me, and in turn I highly recommend them. I used them for the sale of my house. Their communication was clear, the team were available to answer questions, and importantly they moved swiftly during the process. I would not hesitate to work with their team again.

I have received outstanding support and personal attention from both Adrian Rose and the conveyancing team during a prolonged divorce, financial settlement and conveyancing process. At all times, I have been kept well informed and above all reassured that I am in safe hands. I could not have endured the process without them. A special mention must also go to Sharron Ganley and Morgan Dye for their excellent and prompt communications. Thank you Timms.

We received a professional, informed and personable service from Sara Hilliard whose advice was invaluable during the drafting of our Wills. It made, what could be a difficult process, smooth and straightforward. I highly recommend Sara.

Location

Our Locations

Timms Solicitors offer a comprehensive range of legal services including Family, Child Care and Divorce, Wills & Probate, Residential Conveyancing and Personal Injury, across four locations in the Midlands:

Ashby

Tel: 01530 564498

Fax: 01530 588089

Burton Upon Trent

Tel: 01283 561531

Fax: 01283 511332

Derby

Tel: 01332 364436

Fax: 01332 293510

Swadlincote

Tel: 01283 214231

Fax: 01283 222272

Knowledge

Our Expertise

Changing a Child’s Surname: What do I need to know?

By Jessica Barnett

8 minute read

Family, Care and Divorce

15 Sep - 2026

Find out how to change a child’s surname, who must give consent, what happens if consent is refused and when a court order may be required.

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Matrimonial vs Non-Matrimonial Assets: What counts in your settlement?

By Adrian Rose

7 minute read

Family, Care and Divorce

10 Sep - 2026

Understand the difference between matrimonial and non-matrimonial assets, including inheritances, pre-marital property and how assets may be treated in a divorce settlement.

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Who Can Act As A Certificate Provider Under A Lasting Power Of Attorney?

By Sara Hilliard

6 minute read

Wills and Probate

10 Sep - 2026

Find out who can act as a certificate provider for a Lasting Power of Attorney, who cannot, what they must do and when a solicitor may help.

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Accreditations

Google Reviews

What our clients have shared about their recent experience

    
 
 
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   steven gale 
 16/09/2026
 
 
  We were very pleased with Timms Sollicitors over the period of our house sale and would recommend them as a very competent business. Also, thanks to Julie Stewart, Lisa Newbold and Alex Duffin for their professional manner and empathy during this period.
  
 
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   J Melidoni 
 11/09/2026
 
 
  1st Class Service. Dealt with Paralegal Sam Reeves from start to finish of the sale of my Mother and Fathers House. Sam kept us informed all the way through. Thank you.
  
 
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   Patricia 
 11/09/2026
 
 
  Timms is the Solicitors with a human face! I have nothing but praise for them. I have had occasion to use them for a number of reasons in the past two years and every member of staff I have dealt with has been professional, polite, pleasant and easy to deal with. Recently Sam Reeves has handled my property sale, which was fraught with hiccups along the way, but she handled it with top level professionalism and cheerfulness. And the cost of their services is very competitive, which is always a plus! So all in all, I can highly recommend them.
  
 
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   Guy Melidoni 
 11/09/2026
 
 
  Sam reeves was a true professional start to finish and always had interest in hand . Can’t thank enough for your first class service. Regards Guy and John Melidoni
  
 
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   Mohamed Wael Ahmed 
 09/09/2026
 
 
  We used Timms for conveyancing and we couldn't be happier. Rachel and Emma have been brilliant. The process was smooth and timely. We were kept up to date all the way.
  
 
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   Richard Topley 
 07/09/2026
 
 
  The team at Timms of Burton have been excellent in every way. From the initial contact and prompt quotation for the service required, through out the whole process Rachel and Emma answered every question either verbally or by email at the earliest opportunity negating the need to chase up on a previous communication. I would use this firm again and have no problem recommending their services.
  
 
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   madeline fearn 
 01/09/2026
 
 
  Excellent service and up to date communication from Julie, Alex and Lisa on our recent house sale and purchase.  Quick responses to questions asked and regular updates keeping us informed throughout the whole process.
  
 
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   miriam thain 
 26/08/2026
 
 
  Timms acted for us as executors in the sale of a family property through probate. There was good communcation: written, in person and by phone. It was easy to ask questions and have clear explanations. Rachel and Emma helped us to feel confident and made the process straightforward.
  
 
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   Sharon Simon 
 19/08/2026
 
 
  Excellent service from Julie Stewart, Lisa Newbold & Alex Duffin from Timms with the sale of my house. Always kept updated, and friendly welcome when visiting them. Highly recommend Timms Solicitors
  
 
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   Graham Yeomans 
 18/08/2026
 
 
  Professional polite and thorough. At all times

Our lawyers specialise in providing high quality legal advice and support

Established for over 130 years

What people say about us

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Our Expertise

Changing a Child’s Surname: What do I need to know?

Matrimonial vs Non-Matrimonial Assets: What counts in your settlement?

Who Can Act As A Certificate Provider Under A Lasting Power Of Attorney?

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