Business Legal Services – All Under One Roof

Expert corporate, property, and employment law support for businesses across Devon, Cornwall, and Somerset.

  • Integrated Business Legal Support – Advice across corporate, commercial property, employment, and more
  • Tailored to Your Business – Solutions that support your growth and day-to-day operations
  • Trusted Local Experts – Serving businesses across Devon, Cornwall, and Somerset
  • Clear Pricing & Communication – Practical advice with no hidden surprises

Business Solicitors Who Understand Your Needs

Running a business is rewarding — but it can also be complex. Whether you’re launching a start-up, growing an SME, or leading a large commercial operation, legal issues can quickly become a distraction from what you do best.

At WBW Solicitors, we believe you shouldn’t have to juggle multiple law firms for different needs. That’s why we’ve brought together specialists from Commercial Property, Employment Law for Businesses, and Corporate & Commercial Services to form our Business Services Team.

You’ll have one point of contact, backed by a joined-up team who work together to protect your interests and support your ambitions.

We offer straightforward, commercial legal advice, delivered by experienced solicitors who understand the realities of running and growing a business. With offices across the South West, we provide trusted legal support to companies throughout Devon, Cornwall, and Somerset.

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How We Can Help Your Business

Corporate & Commercial Law for Businesses

From company structures and shareholder agreements to sales, acquisitions, and everyday contracts, we provide advice that’s clear, commercial, and practical.

Employment Law Solicitors & HR Support for Businesses

Whether you’re drafting contracts, handling grievances, navigating redundancies, or facing a tribunal, our employment law team is here to protect your business and your people.

Commercial Property Solicitors – Leases, Sales & Purchases

Buying, selling, leasing, or refinancing? Our team supports and handles transactions of all sizes with efficiency and attention to detail. Including developments, leases, purchases, and refinancing.

Specialist Business Solicitors – Full-Service Legal Support

Solicitors for Business Sales, Mergers & Restructures

We provide clear, pragmatic legal support for all stages of sale, merger, or structural change – helping you move forward with confidence.

Commercial Disputes & Debt Recovery Experts

When disputes arise, we offer practical and cost-effective solutions – including negotiation, mediation, and litigation where needed.

Sector-Specific Legal Advice

We work with agricultural, hospitality, healthcare, professional services, retail, and more businesses across the region.

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Integrated Business Legal Support – All Under One Roof

Our Business Services Team brings together solicitors from across key departments, giving you access to a coordinated, full-service legal solution.

With close collaboration between departments and broad expertise across areas such as commercial litigation, tax, debt recovery, and financial planning, we provide a cohesive, full-service solution tailored to your business needs.

Our Business Services Team works closely across departments so nothing falls through the cracks.

You’ll benefit from:

  • Coordinated advice across all areas of business law
  • Specialists in property, contracts, disputes, and HR
  • Efficient communication through one dedicated contact

This means you save time, reduce costs, and make better business decisions with confidence.

Why Choose WBW Solicitors?

Local and Accessible

  • Offices across Devon, Cornwall and Somerset
  • In-person, phone or virtual appointments available
  • Knowledgeable teams rooted in local communities

Full-Service Business Expertise

  • Corporate, property, employment, litigation and more
  • Holistic solutions aligned with your business objectives
  • Legal support at every stage of your business journey

Practical, Efficient, Reliable

  • Clear communication and transparent costs
  • Efficient service from experienced professionals
  • Proactive, results-focused legal advice
Anthony Fripp

Anthony Fripp

Partner

01803 407625
anthonyfripp@wbw.co.uk
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Anthony Fripp is a Partner and Head of the Business Services Team and Head of Commercial Property. He joined the firm in 2006 and is the Branch Manager of our Exeter office. Anthony has expertise…

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Laura Clarke

Laura Clarke

Partner

01803 407638
lauraclarke@wbw.co.uk
LinkedIn

Laura Clarke is a Partner and head of Commercial Services at WBW Solicitors. She joined the firm in 2004 and is the Branch Manager of our Torquay office. Laura specialises in a wide range of…

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Kerry Curd

Kerry Curd

Partner

01626 202406
kerrycurd@wbw.co.uk
LinkedIn

Kerry Curd is a Partner and Head of Employment Law at WBW Solicitors. She joined the firm in 2007 and is based in our Newton Abbot office. Kerry is experienced in a wealth of Employment…

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Amanda Sells

Amanda Sells

Paralegal

01803 407640
amandasells@wbw.co.uk

Amanda Sells is a Paralegal and works in the Corporate Department at WBW Solicitors. Amanda joined the firm in August 2023 and is based in the Torquay office. Amanda assists the head of the Corporate…

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Warren Douglas

Solicitor

01392 260153
warrendouglas@wbw.co.uk
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Warren Douglas is a Solicitor and works in the Property Department at WBW Solicitors. He joined the firm in March 2023 and is based in our Exeter office. Warren has a wealth of experience in…

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Sanjeev Harash

Sanjeev Harash

Partner

01404 548068
sanjeevharash@wbw.co.uk

Sanjeev Harash is a Partner and works in the Property department at WBW Solicitors. He joined the firm in 2021 as part of a merger with Beviss & Beckingsale solicitors, with whom he had worked…

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Darren Heard

Darren Heard

Senior Associate

01626 202382
darrenheard@wbw.co.uk

Darren Heard is a Senior Associate and works in the Commercial Property department at WBW Solicitors. He joined the firm in 2019 and is based in our Newton Abbot office. Darren specialises in Commercial Property…

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Jo O'Donovan

Jo O’Donovan

Solicitor

01803 407634
JoO’Donovan@wbw.co.uk

Jo O’Donovan is a Solicitor at WBW Solicitors and is based in our Torquay office. She joined the firm in 2018 and, as of May 2025, has taken on a new role within our Commercial…

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Sophie Snell

Sophie Snell

Property Advisor

01392 260162
sophiesnell@wbw.co.uk

Sophie Snell is a Property Advisor at WBW Solicitors. She is based in the Exeter office and joined the firm in 2021. Sophie is a member of our Commercial Property team though she does have…

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Rebecca Stanbury

Rebecca Stanbury

Senior Associate

01566 771020
rebeccastanbury@wbw.co.uk

Rebecca Stanbury is a Senior Associate and works in the Property department at WBW Solicitors. She joined the firm in March 2020 and is based in the firm’s Launceston office. Rebecca deals with commercial, agricultural…

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James Edmonds

James Edmonds

Associate

01626 202329
jamesedmonds@wbw.co.uk
LinkedIn

James Edmonds is an Associate and works in the Employment Law department at WBW Solicitors. He joined the firm in 2009 and is based in our Newton Abbot office. Before pursuing a career in Law,…

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Annaka Mota

Annaka Mota

Solicitor

01626 202332
annakamota@wbw.co.uk

Annaka is a Solicitor and works in the Employment Team at WBW Solicitors. She joined the firm in 2022 and is based in the Torquay and Newton Abbot offices. Annaka can bring and defend Employment…

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Case Study

Supporting a Business Through a Successful Sale – and Beyond
Mr B, the owner of a long-standing family-run manufacturing business, approached WBW Solicitors for legal support during the sale of his company. Our Corporate and Commercial Property teams worked closely together to provide a seamless, end-to-end service – advising on the share purchase agreement, lease assignments, and employee transfers.

Impressed by the service he received, Mr B later instructed our Employment Law team to support with staff restructuring and HR matters. He has since subscribed to our Employment Law Package, giving his business ongoing access to expert legal advice, tailored documentation, and peace of mind in managing workplace compliance.

“WBW were exceptional throughout the sale process. They explained everything clearly, kept things moving efficiently, and coordinated across departments so I didn’t have to. Their support gave me real confidence at every step – I’d highly recommend them to any business owner thinking about selling.”

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Practical Legal Solutions for Your Business

Get the legal support your business needs.

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What Our Clients Say

Kerry Curd of WBW Solicitors has been providing us with employment related legal services for the past six months. We have taken up the option of the monthly consultancy fee for these services which has proved extremely easy to manage and provides us with the peace of mind in knowing that Kerry is available to answer any queries, provide advice and write letters/ documentation as required without us incurring additional costs.

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I have had the pleasure of working with James Edmonds at WBW, and in each case, the service has been outstanding.

Over the past five years, I have worked with James Edmonds at WBW on several employment matters. James has always been professional, knowledgeable, and highly responsive. He explains complex legal issues clearly and provides practical guidance that is easy to understand and act on. He is thorough, reliable, and approachable, which has given me confidence during challenging situations.

I would happily recommend James Edmonds to anyone seeking expert legal support for employment law matters. Thanks, James, for all your help and support.

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I thought highly of James, he helped me make the right choices in a very difficult situation

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Carla Eagleson was always very helpful and quick to respond to any query.

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Our sincerest thanks for all your work on this on our behalf and for getting it to a swift completion. 

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Carla was helpful, pleasant and professional, everything you need when going through a house sale.

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I must give many thanks for all your excellent work on these agreements. The contracts read very well, and are perfect our our needs. You have made the process painless and efficient – a massive improvement on the various lawyers we worked with before.

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Your professional expertise made all this move so straightforward and I do so appreciate everything you have done for me.

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I wanted to write to thank you and your team for dealing with the sale of my mother’s house. It was so helpful to have the work done so quickly and above all, efficiently.

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Carla Eagleson was extremely friendly and very knowledgeable. She really helped to make the whole process so much less stressful.

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We can’t speak highly enough of Anthony Fripp. We have always been given the information we need to make an informed decision and supported fully through our instructions of what we would like to happen.

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Sophie Snell has acted for me multiple times, and I am completely satisfied with her service, which is why I continue to seek her assistance.

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📢 Luisa Nicholson Solicitor has joined WBW Solicitors
On 1st October 2026, Luisa Nicholson Solicitor merged with WBW Solicitors. Find out more →

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