About Us

Waughs is managed by its Managing Partner, Martin Groat, who has lived in the town since 1981.

From its early beginnings Waughs has had a policy of providing friendly and helpful advice on all aspects of law. This policy has and will never change. The sooner you contact us - the sooner we can help.

The Partners are supported by a team of highly skilled and experienced staff who are specialists in their chosen area of law and can, therefore, provide the best possible up-to-date advice.

Our offices are located in the heart of East Grinstead and we work out of one of the oldest and most stunning period properties in the town. You are welcome to drop in at any time during working hours to see us.

As well as seeing you in the office, we can also advise clients via Zoom and if necessary, undertake home visits in appropriate circumstances.

We deal with all areas of the law and our aim is to provide a prompt and practical service, tailored to your particular needs and which represents value for money.

 

For more information please telephone 01342 323545 or email us at enquiries@waughs-solicitors.co.uk

 

Our History

For over 400 years the imposing buildings comprising Judges Terrace, which adjoin the picturesque High Street of East Grinstead, have been considered some of the most prestigious in the Town, with history showing their connection in early days with the law.

Clarendon House, built in about 1485 was used until the early 19th century by Judges holding Winter Assizes in Sussex.

The building became the lodging house for the Judges including, according to local legend, the notorious Judge Jeffries.

Judicial punishments were frequently administered outside the doors of the building, from whipping and hangings, to the burning at the stake of the East Grinstead Martyrs during the reign of Queen Mary.

 

Legal

Waughs Solicitors is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority: SRA number 658796
Solicitors Code of Conduct http://www.sra.org.uk/solicitors/handbook/code/content.page
Professional Indemnity Policy Number: P9091943

Our terms of business may be downloaded here.

Our complaints procedure may be downloaded here.