The Team

Established in 1983, we are committed to providing a service to our clients throughout Cornwall and Devon. Whilst the practice has grown steadily, we have maintained a friendly, “High Street” image, giving our clients the value-for-money service they deserve and remaining competitive with colleagues throughout the region.

C. Nicholls

Qualifications: Cambridge University (M.A Cantab.), HCA FMA
Qualified Solicitor 1975

After graduating from Cambridge University in 1971 and qualifying as a solicitor in 1975 Chris Nicholls was attached to a leading law firm in Birmingham. He moved to Cornwall in 1976 and worked for local Cornish firms before opening his own practice in Bodmin (C.Nicholls Solicitors) in 1983.

In addition to leading the firm, Chris divides his time between the Family and Criminal Departments. He is the Firm's leading Advocate in all Courts and Tribunals.

Chris is also a fully accredited Family and Commercial Mediator and a qualified Collaborative Family Lawyer.

His basic charging rate is £250 per hour plus VAT and expenses. Letters and phone calls charged at 10% of the hourly rate.

Our people:

S. Parsons

Qualifications: University College, London (LL. Hons 1972)
Qualified Solicitor 1975

Stephen graduated in 1972 and was admitted as a solicitor in 1975. Until 1988 he worked in Sittingbourne, Kent where he was in partnership for some years specialising in civil litigation.

In May 1989 Stephen moved to the West Country and worked for two firms before joining Chris Nicholls in January 1997. His current expertise is within Probate and Wills.

His basic charging rate is £200 per hour plus VAT and expenses. Letters and phone calls charged at 10% of the hourly rate.