Lee Dawkins

Lee Dawkins is a supervising partner in Slee Blackwell's litigation team and the firm's marketing partner. He is experienced in contentious probate, personal injury law, and professional negligence.

The top solicitors in Bideford for Wills, Trusts and Probate

We have been ranked as the top solicitors in Bideford for Wills, Trusts and Probate. The independent legal review website, ReviewSolicitors, has ranked Slee Blackwell’s Private Client department as the top solicitors in Bideford for Wills, Trusts and Probate*. The results are mainly based on reviews collected by ReviewSolicitors, but the site also considers our professional accreditations,

Shortlisted for three legal awards

Slee Blackwell Solicitors has been shortlisted for three regional legal awards recognising excellence across Devon and Somerset. We are delighted to announce that Slee Blackwell Solicitors has been shortlisted in three major categories at the Devon and Somerset Law Society Legal Awards 2026. The firm has been recognised in the categories of: Law Firm of

The benefits of dealing with SRA regulated solicitors

SRA regulated solicitors

Slee Blackwell is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority  Choosing a solicitor who is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, the SRA, means you are working with a legal professional who meets strict professional standards and operates within a regulated framework designed to protect clients. This provides reassurance that your legal affairs

Client reviews of our Will writing service

client reviews

What our clients say about our Wills team — Read client reviews of our Will writing service. Choosing a solicitor to prepare your Will is an important decision. Many clients tell us they want reassurance that the process will be straightforward, transparent, and handled sensitively. Here is some of the feedback our Wills team has

Are penalty clauses in commercial contracts enforceable?

Penalty clauses in commercial contracts and their enforceability. In business-to-business contracts, the rule against penalties is aimed at preventing contractual provisions that impose a disproportionate detriment on a party who breaches the contract. The modern approach to identifying an unenforceable penalty was set out by the Supreme Court in Cavendish Square Holding BV v Talal

Focus on recommended contentious probate lawyer, Naomi Ireson

If you are looking for an experienced and recommended contentious probate lawyer, then look no further than Naomi Ireson. Naomi Ireson specialises in contentious probate lawyer, representing clients nationwide. She deals with all aspects of this complex area of law, including: Claims for financial provision under the Inheritance Act. Disputed and contested wills. Executor disputes.

Who are the best solicitors for inheritance claims?

These are the key factors when considering the question, ‘Who are the best solicitors for inheritance claims?’ Specialist expertise Inheritance law is a niche area, so it is important to appoint a solicitor who specialises in inheritance disputes. Solicitors often say that they specialise in dealing with inheritance claims, but when you dive deeper, you

Clinical negligence lawyers recommended in the 2026 edition of the Legal 500

leading solicitors

Our team of clinical negligence lawyers have been recommended by 2026 edition of  Legal 500. Our specialist clinical negligence team has been included in the latest 2026 edition of Legal 500. The prestigious guide to the legal profession praises our team for combining an “unwavering commitment to excellence with a client-centric approach.” It goes on

Recommended clinical negligence solicitors in Tiverton

gynaecology negligence

Slee Blackwell are recommended clinical negligence solicitors in Tiverton. In September 2025 we were ranked as the best clinical negligence solicitors in the UK by the independent legal review website, ReviewSolicitors. Contact us today for a free consultation. Call 0333 888 0404 or email [email protected]. How we can help victims of clinical negligence in Tiverton.

Crosse Wyatt merger

Slee Blackwell Solicitors LLP merges with Crosse Wyatt Solicitors Slee Blackwell Solicitors LLP is pleased to announce its merger with Crosse Wyatt Solicitors, effective 1 September 2025. The merger unites two long-established practices with a shared dedication to providing trusted, professional legal services across North Devon, Exmoor and beyond. Continuing service in South Molton Nigel