ALDER & ROWE INDEPENDENT LEGAL COUNSEL
LONDON PERSONAL & BUSINESS LAW
Independent minds. Unwavering resolve.
For the decisions that shape your life and business. Straight-talking legal advice. A considered strategy. People firmly in your corner.
Talk to our team
Your matter.
Our full attention.
FOR INDIVIDUALS. FOR FAMILIES. FOR BUSINESS.
Explore our expertise01 / THE PRACTICE
Six areas of expertise.
One place to find your next step.
Select a practice to see how we can help.
EXPLORE OUR EXPERTISESWIPE
PERSONAL MATTERS
PROTECTING WHAT
MATTERS MOST.
When life changes, the right advice helps you find your footing. We listen, look at the whole picture, and build a considered approach around you and your family.
YOUR FIRST POINT OF CONTACT
More than one area? We bring the right people together.
Let's talk about your matter
02 / THE FIRM
We ask the difficult questions.
We look beyond the immediate issue.
We make the next move clear.
Alder & Rowe brings personal attention and commercial perspective to the same table. Our work starts by understanding what is at stake for you, then building a practical plan around it.
You'll know who is responsible for your matter, what the agreed work involves, and when you can expect to hear from us. Direct access. Clear explanations. No unnecessary distance.
How we work with youA person who knows your matter and takes responsibility for keeping you informed.
Advice that accounts for your priorities, the practical constraints, and the options ahead.
The scope, basis of fees, and next steps discussed before you decide to proceed.
03 / THE MATTERS THAT MATTER
An illustration of the situations our practice is built around. Every matter begins with its own facts, priorities, and questions.
FAMILY / A NEW CHAPTER
A parent wants to understand the questions around separation, finances, and arrangements for their children.
Listen to their priorities, identify the issues that need attention, and discuss a structured way forward.
BUSINESS / THE NEXT STAGE
Two founders are preparing to bring a new partner into the business and want their agreement to reflect the plan.
Understand the commercial goals, review the proposed arrangements, and make the important decisions clear.
PROPERTY / MOVING FORWARD
A buyer is navigating a property chain and needs someone to explain the legal process and the information outstanding.
Coordinate the legal work, keep the buyer updated, and bring the details into focus as the matter progresses.
Illustrative scenarios for this demo. These are not accounts of real clients or case results.
04 / OUR PEOPLE
Independent thinkers. One shared commitment. Meet the people who bring judgement, focus, and personal attention to your matter.
Founding partner
Family law & private client
Founding partner
Property & commercial law
Senior solicitor
Disputes & employment
CLIENT VOICES
What personal attention can feel like, in the words of our illustrative clients.
Sample testimonials for this fictional firm.
01 / 03
At a time when everything felt uncertain, I always knew who to call and what the next step was.
Morgan H.
Family matter Illustrative client
They took the time to understand our business. The advice was clear, the detail was considered, and our time was respected.
Alex & Sam
Business matter Illustrative client
Every update made the process easier to understand. We felt informed, listened to, and ready for the decisions ahead.
Jamie R.
Property matter Illustrative client
05 / WORKING TOGETHER
Start with the area you need help with and how you would like to speak. We identify the right person for the conversation.
FIRST CONTACTWe discuss your priorities, the proposed work, and the basis of our fees. You have space to ask questions before deciding.
AGREE THE PLANOnce the necessary checks and engagement steps are complete, your adviser progresses the agreed work and keeps you updated.
MOVE FORWARDAs the matter develops, we explain decisions, review next steps with you, and stay focused on the objectives we agreed.
STAY INFORMED06 / PERSPECTIVES
A closer look at working with a solicitor, from the first conversation to the practical details of an ongoing matter.
GETTING STARTED / PRACTICE NOTES
The questions, background, and priorities that help a first meeting find its focus.
FEES & SCOPE / PRACTICE NOTES
How scope, communication, and an explanation of fees fit into the engagement conversation.
OUR APPROACH / PRACTICE NOTES
Why a named adviser and useful updates make a difference to the experience of working together.
THE CLIENT HANDBOOK
QUESTIONS / ANSWERS
A good working relationship starts with knowing what to expect. Here are the things people ask us first.
01 THE FIRST CALL
We ask about your situation, what you would like help with, and any timing considerations. We explain who would be best placed to advise and what the next steps could involve. You do not need to arrive with a finished plan.
02 FEES & SCOPE
After understanding your matter, we would explain the proposed scope, the basis of our fees, and any anticipated additional costs. We would also discuss how changes to the work would be handled. You can ask questions before you decide to proceed.
03 YOUR ADVISER
Yes. A named adviser would be responsible for your matter and for keeping you informed. If another member of the team needs to be involved, we explain their role and how the work fits together.
04 MEETING OPTIONS
Choose a video call, telephone conversation, or an in-person meeting when you make your enquiry. In a real enquiry, the team would confirm a suitable time and any meeting arrangements with you.
05 JOINED-UP EXPERTISE
Start with the area that feels closest, or choose "I'm not sure yet" in the form. Your first conversation would help identify the different parts of the matter and the people who need to be involved.
06 GETTING STARTED
No. An enquiry starts a conversation. Before accepting instructions, we would need to complete the necessary checks and agree the scope and terms of the work with you.
Your question is a little more personal?
Ask us directly08 / YOUR NEXT MOVE
Tell us where you stand. We'll help you work out what comes next. Choose an area of expertise and a preferred time to speak with the team.
In-person meetings by appointment.
Video and telephone consultations available.
Monday-Friday, 9:00-17:00
All appointment preferences use London time.
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