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Daltons Solicitors announce the closure of its office on Hayling Island with the loss of five jobs.

Daltons Solicitors was established on Hayling Island in 1986 and for almost a quarter of a century has delivered a high quality personal legal service to the residents of Hayling Island. However, the increasing costs of maintaining a high street practice mean that it is no longer viable to keep open the office on Hayling Island. The final straw was the spiralling costs of professional indemnity insurance which has put hundreds of small firms at risk (The Times, Thursday October 8th 2009).

Michael Dalton says “The decision to close the Hayling Island office is the most difficult decision I have had to take in almost thirty years of business. I am genuinely hurt and saddened by the fact that the closure of the office means than five extremely loyal and valuable members of staff have had to be made redundant. However, I would like to thank them and the residents of Hayling island for their support over the years without which it would not have been possible for the firm to continue on Hayling Island for twenty-three years”.

Daltons Solicitors will, however, continue to deliver its core range of services from its offices in Petersfield and all client matters, files, deeds and documents will be transferred to the Petersfield office on or before the closure of Hayling. The move will cut costs significantly and help put Daltons Solicitor in the best possible position to deliver the services its clients and customers demand. Michael Dalton says “This will help make Daltons Solicitors a firm that is fit for the future, that can live within its means and that can continue to provide an outstanding service to its clients and customers”.

The actual closing date has not yet been announced but will be on or before 30th November 2009.

Sustainable law is a new concept for law firms and as such, Daltons considers themselves the market leaders. Sarah Jordan, commercial property solicitor at Daltons’ Petersfield office, tells us more:-

What is sustainable law?

Sustainable law is all about meeting the needs and expectations of clients without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs, whether in relation to the provision of legal services or otherwise.   In a nutshell, it is about conserving what we have and protecting it.  At Daltons, their priority is the provision of high quality legal advice to clients.  Their understanding of sustainability issues enhances the value delivered to clients.
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Regional law firm Daltons has announced its incorporation to limited company from 6 April 09 following long term planning to support the growth of the firm.

The move to limited company status is part of a strategic plan developed by the partners Michael Dalton and Rebecca Hawkins.

“Limited companies are now often viewed as the best way forward for dynamic firms such as ourselves. Our conversion is a progressive move and part of our strategic planning that will ensure we continue to expand as a client-focused law firm,” said Rebecca.

“By becoming a limited company, we are continuing to keep pace with a fast-moving and highly regulated environment. It is especially crucial that we plan for our future at a time when high street firms are fighting for survival. Despite challenging times, the firm has expanded organically in recent months with the recruitment of two commercial property specialists, one of whom is well known locally for her expertise in agricultural and equine cases”

The move has been positively received by clients who see Daltons as a modern law firm that retains traditional values and a deliberate presence on the High Street, according to Michael, and has been confirmed through independent client satisfaction surveys.

“We are a client-led firm and this just confirms our commitment to growth and development. We ensure that we consistently meet our clients’ high expectations so that they receive an exceptional service from a dedicated and happy team of lawyers.”

For further details, contact Gill Moss-Bowpitt on 01730 262816 or by email gillmb@daltons-law.co.uk