Penman Sedgwick LLP

Who We Are

Penman Sedgwick is a long-established Watford law firm which has now become part of the EMW family. The firm has served clients across Hertfordshire and the surrounding areas for many years, advising individuals, families, businesses and organisations on a wide range of personal and commercial legal matters.

Following its merger with EMW, Penman Sedgwick combines its long-standing local presence in Watford with the wider resources, regional reach and broader expertise of EMW. You can find further information about the combined firm on the EMW website.

Penman Sedgwick has historically been based at 5 George Street, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD18 0SQ. The firm is known for providing clear, practical and client-focused legal advice across property, family law, wills and probate, litigation, employment law, commercial disputes, charities and education matters.

What We Do

Penman Sedgwick advises clients on a broad range of legal matters, from property transactions and family issues to disputes, employment concerns, estate planning and business matters. As part of EMW, clients may benefit from the continuity of Penman Sedgwick’s local Watford heritage together with the wider support and specialist resources of a larger regional law firm.

For property matters, the firm can assist with residential conveyancing, commercial property transactions and estate development work. Its lawyers support clients through the legal process involved in buying, selling, leasing, developing or transferring property, with a focus on clear communication and careful handling of the transaction.

For families and individuals, Penman Sedgwick advises on divorce, separation, financial settlements, children matters, wills, probate, trusts and estate administration. The firm understands that these matters can involve personal, emotional and financial considerations, and aims to provide careful guidance throughout the process.

The firm also advises on disputes, employment law, charities and education matters. Whether the issue involves a business dispute, landlord and tenant matter, contentious probate, employment problem or governance issue, Penman Sedgwick aims to provide practical advice focused on resolving matters efficiently and proportionately.

Legal Services

Residential Conveyancing

Penman Sedgwick can assist clients with buying, selling, remortgaging and transferring residential property. The firm helps clients understand the conveyancing process, deal with legal checks and documentation, and progress the transaction towards completion as smoothly as possible.

Commercial Property

The firm advises businesses, landlords, tenants and property owners on commercial property matters. This may include leases, acquisitions, disposals, development projects and other property-related transactions where clear legal advice and careful risk management are important.

Estate Development

Penman Sedgwick advises on estate development and property-related projects. The firm can assist with the legal aspects of development work, helping clients manage documentation, ownership issues, agreements and practical legal requirements connected with property development.

Family Law

The firm advises on divorce, separation, financial arrangements and related family law matters. Its lawyers help clients understand their rights and options, with a focus on practical advice during what can often be a sensitive and difficult time.

Children Matters

Penman Sedgwick can advise on children law issues, including arrangements for children following separation. The firm supports parents and families where decisions need to be made about care, contact, residence and the welfare of children.

Financial Settlements

The firm advises on financial settlements following divorce or separation, including both straightforward and more complex financial disputes. Its lawyers can help clients consider property, income, pensions, savings and other financial issues when working towards a fair resolution.

Wills, Probate and Trusts

Penman Sedgwick assists clients with preparing Wills, dealing with probate, administering estates and advising on trusts. Whether clients are planning for the future or managing the estate of a loved one, the firm aims to provide clear and careful legal support.

Contentious Probate

The firm can advise where disputes arise over Wills, estates or inheritance. This may include disagreements between beneficiaries, concerns about the validity of a Will, executor disputes or claims involving estate administration.

Litigation and Dispute Resolution

Penman Sedgwick advises on civil and commercial disputes, including matters that may be resolved through negotiation, mediation, alternative dispute resolution or court proceedings. The firm aims to help clients achieve practical outcomes while keeping costs proportionate to the dispute.

Landlord and Tenant Disputes

The firm advises on landlord and tenant matters, helping clients understand their rights, obligations and options where a property dispute has arisen. This may include disputes involving leases, occupation, possession, rent, repairs or other tenancy-related issues.

Employment Law

Penman Sedgwick advises employers and employees on employment law issues. This may include employment contracts, consultancy agreements, grievances, disciplinary proceedings, unfair dismissal, discrimination, harassment, whistleblowing and employment tribunal claims.

Business Litigation and Commercial Disputes

The firm provides litigation advice for businesses and organisations on a range of commercial disputes. Its lawyers focus on achieving outcomes that are commercially sensible, using negotiation or alternative dispute resolution where appropriate and court proceedings where necessary.

Charities and Education

Penman Sedgwick advises in matters involving charities and education. The firm can assist with legal issues affecting organisations, governance, disputes and related regulatory or operational matters.

Personal Injury

The firm may be able to advise on personal injury claims where someone has suffered injury because of an accident or another party’s negligence. Clients should contact the firm directly to discuss whether their circumstances may give rise to a claim.

Fees and Funding

Penman Sedgwick may offer different fee arrangements depending on the type of matter. Some legal services may be available on a fixed-fee basis, while others may be charged at an hourly rate or under an agreed fee arrangement. The appropriate funding structure will depend on the nature, urgency and complexity of the case.

For dispute-related work, the firm may discuss costs, proportionality and funding options at the outset so that clients understand the likely financial implications before deciding how to proceed. For some claim types, alternative funding arrangements may be available where appropriate.

Clients should contact the firm directly to discuss likely costs, funding options and whether a fixed fee, hourly rate, conditional fee arrangement or other funding option may be suitable for their matter.

Why Choose Penman Sedgwick?

Choosing a solicitor is an important decision, particularly where the matter involves your home, family, business, employment position or future planning. Penman Sedgwick offers a combination of long-standing Watford legal heritage, local knowledge and the wider resources of EMW.

The firm aims to provide clear communication, careful advice and a proportionate approach to legal issues. Its lawyers work with clients to understand the problem, explain the available options and provide support throughout the legal process.

As part of EMW, Penman Sedgwick is well placed to assist clients seeking approachable legal advice across property, family law, wills and probate, litigation, employment law and business matters, with access to a broader regional network of legal expertise.

Contact Penman Sedgwick

Penman Sedgwick advises individuals, families, businesses and organisations on property, family law, wills and probate, litigation, employment law, commercial disputes, charities and education matters.

Contact Penman Sedgwick to discuss your circumstances and find out how the firm, as part of EMW, may be able to help.

Call Penman Sedgwick LLP on 01923 225212

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Our areas of law

• Commercial Services
• Consumer Problems
• Conveyancing
• Criminal Law
• Debt Collection
• Employment Law
• Employment Law (Employer)
• Family
• Fraud
• Landlord and Tenant
• Litigation
• Motoring Offences
• Personal Injury
• Wills and Probate
• Tenant