ABOUT US

LEONARD LEGAL

Your Trusted Solicitors in Southampton

Leonard Legal is a modern, client-focused law firm based in Southampton, committed to providing clear, effective, and reliable legal services across the South Coast. Built on integrity, accessibility, and genuine results, we prioritise long-term client relationships over marketing. We understand that every legal matter carries real personal or business challenges, and we’re here to guide you through them with confidence.

Our Story

Leonard Legal was created to offer something different legal services that prioritise people over billable hours and clarity over jargon. From the beginning, our approach has been rooted in listening first, then advising with honesty, precision, and care.

To bring this vision to life, we built a team of experienced solicitors who share the same values: transparency, accessibility, and a results-driven mindset.

Located at 44 London Road in the heart of Southampton, we’re ideally positioned to serve clients across the city and Hampshire, while staying closely connected to our community.

Our mission

To provide high-quality legal advice in plain English, and achieve outcomes that genuinely protect our clients’ interests.

Our Multidisciplinary Advantage

Our multidisciplinary approach allows us to support both straightforward matters and complex cases that span multiple areas of law. Clients benefit from holistic advice for example, combining conveyancing with family law during a separation or assisting business owners with both commercial and immigration needs. With decades of combined experience and thousands of successful cases, we provide tailored solutions for every client.

Our Story

Leonard Legal was created to offer something different legal services that prioritise people over billable hours and clarity over jargon. From the beginning, our approach has been rooted in listening first, then advising with honesty, precision, and care.

To bring this vision to life, we built a team of experienced solicitors who share the same values: transparency, accessibility, and a results-driven mindset.

Located at 44 London Road in the heart of Southampton, we’re ideally positioned to serve clients across the city and Hampshire, while staying closely connected to our community.

Our mission

To provide high-quality legal advice in plain English, and achieve outcomes that genuinely protect our clients’ interests.

Our Multidisciplinary Advantage

Our multidisciplinary approach allows us to support both straightforward matters and complex cases that span multiple areas of law. Clients benefit from holistic advice for example, combining conveyancing with family law during a separation or assisting business owners with both commercial and immigration needs. With decades of combined experience and thousands of successful cases, we provide tailored solutions for every client.

Who We Are

Leonard Legal is built on the belief that every client deserves straightforward advice, transparent pricing, and strong representation. Whether you're facing a family crisis, planning for your future, buying your first home, defending against criminal charges, navigating UK immigration, or growing your business, you deserve a solicitor who truly listens and fights for your best interests.

Our solicitors come from diverse legal backgrounds, bringing together wide-ranging experience across multiple practice areas:

Family Law

Our family law team understands that family issues are personal and often emotionally challenging. We support clients with divorce, separation, child arrangements, financial settlements, prenuptial agreements, and domestic abuse protection—providing clear guidance and strong advocacy while prioritising long-term wellbeing.

Immigration Law

Navigating UK immigration rules requires expertise and attention to detail. Our immigration solicitors assist individuals and businesses with visa applications, settlement routes (ILR), appeals, spouse visas, skilled worker sponsorship, and British citizenship. We’ve helped families reunite and professionals build their futures in the UK.

Property & Conveyancing

Whether you're a first-time buyer, an investor, or a business acquiring commercial premises, our conveyancing team ensures a smooth, stress-free transaction. We handle residential and commercial property sales, purchases, remortgaging, leases, right-to-buy, and transfer of equity with efficiency and care.

Civil Litigation

When disputes arise whether involving contracts, property, debt, or landlord-tenant matters our litigation solicitors work strategically to protect your interests. We aim to resolve issues through negotiation or mediation, but provide robust court representation when needed.

Criminal Defence

Facing criminal charges is extremely stressful. Our criminal defence solicitors offer immediate police station representation, strong defence in magistrates’ and crown courts, and specialist support for driving offences and fraud cases. We protect your rights and fight for the best possible outcome.

Business & Corporate Law

From start-ups to established companies, businesses rely on clear and reliable legal guidance. We assist with contracts, company formation, shareholder agreements, regulatory compliance, employment matters, and commercial disputes providing practical, commercially-minded advice that supports long-term success.

Who We Help

We are proud to assist a diverse range of clients:

Families Navigating Life Changes

Whether you're getting married, separating, welcoming children, establishing co-parenting arrangements, or blending families, we provide sensitive guidance during pivotal moments. We understand that family law isn't just about legal outcomes it's about protecting relationships and securing your family's future.

Individuals Seeking Legal Clarity

From understanding your rights in a dispute to planning for your future with a will or power of attorney, we help individuals make informed decisions about matters that affect their lives. Everyone deserves access to quality legal advice, not just corporations with deep pockets.

First-Time Buyers & Property Investors

We guide nervous first-time buyers through their first purchase with patience and clarity, making what can feel like an overwhelming process straightforward and even exciting. For seasoned property investors, we provide efficient conveyancing services that facilitate portfolio growth without unnecessary complications.

Start-ups, SMEs & Established Businesses

From company formation to complex commercial negotiations, we support businesses at every stage of growth with practical, commercially-minded legal advice. We understand that business owners need solicitors who think like business advisors—who understand P&L sheets as well as legal precedents.

International Clients Navigating UK Immigration

We assist individuals from around the world in securing their right to live, work, and build their lives in the United Kingdom. We also help UK businesses sponsor talented international employees, ensuring compliance with Home Office requirements while facilitating strategic hiring.

Defendants Needing Immediate Criminal Defence

When someone faces criminal allegations, time is critical. We provide immediate representation at police stations, robust defence in court, and strategic guidance throughout proceedings. Everyone deserves a fair defence and protection of their rights.

Families Navigating Life Changes

Whether you're getting married, separating, welcoming children, establishing co-parenting arrangements, or blending families, we provide sensitive guidance during pivotal moments. We understand that family law isn't just about legal outcomes it's about protecting relationships and securing your family's future.

Individuals Seeking Legal Clarity

From understanding your rights in a dispute to planning for your future with a will or power of attorney, we help individuals make informed decisions about matters that affect their lives. Everyone deserves access to quality legal advice, not just corporations with deep pockets.

First-Time Buyers & Property Investors

We guide nervous first-time buyers through their first purchase with patience and clarity, making what can feel like an overwhelming process straightforward and even exciting. For seasoned property investors, we provide efficient conveyancing services that facilitate portfolio growth without unnecessary complications.

Start-ups, SMEs & Established Businesses

From company formation to complex commercial negotiations, we support businesses at every stage of growth with practical, commercially-minded legal advice. We understand that business owners need solicitors who think like business advisors—who understand P&L sheets as well as legal precedents.

International Clients Navigating UK Immigration

We assist individuals from around the world in securing their right to live, work, and build their lives in the United Kingdom. We also help UK businesses sponsor talented international employees, ensuring compliance with Home Office requirements while facilitating strategic hiring.

Defendants Needing Immediate Criminal Defence

When someone faces criminal allegations, time is critical. We provide immediate representation at police stations, robust defence in court, and strategic guidance throughout proceedings. Everyone deserves a fair defence and protection of their rights.

Ready to Speak With Us?

If you need legal guidance, our team is here to help. Whether your matter is urgent or you're planning ahead, whether you have a quick question or need comprehensive representation, we're ready to listen and advise.

Many legal matters begin with a simple conversation. That first discussion helps us understand your situation, explain your options, and determine how we can best help. There's no pressure, no obligation just honest advice from experienced solicitors who care about achieving the right outcome for you.

Free Initial Discussion Available

For many matters, we offer a free initial discussion to explore your situation and explain how we can help. This no-obligation conversation allows you to meet us, understand our approach, and make an informed decision about representation.

We look forward to meeting you and demonstrating why so many clients across Southampton and Hampshire trust Leonard Legal with their most important legal matters.

Leonard Legal Ltd is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA No. 645690).

Registered in England and Wales (Company No. 11056575).

Registered office: 44 London Road, Southampton, SO15 2AH.

A list of directors is available for inspection at the registered office.

All legal services are provided subject to our Terms of Business.

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Ready to Speak With Us?

If you need legal guidance, our team is here to help. Whether your matter is urgent or you're planning ahead, whether you have a quick question or need comprehensive representation, we're ready to listen and advise.

Many legal matters begin with a simple conversation. That first discussion helps us understand your situation, explain your options, and determine how we can best help. There's no pressure, no obligation just honest advice from experienced solicitors who care about achieving the right outcome for you.

Free Initial Discussion Available

For many matters, we offer a free initial discussion to explore your situation and explain how we can help. This no-obligation conversation allows you to meet us, understand our approach, and make an informed decision about representation.

We look forward to meeting you and demonstrating why so many clients across Southampton and Hampshire trust Leonard Legal with their most important legal matters.