Scott Bailey LLP

08/05/2026

We recently acted for a long-standing client who had purchased a residential property at auction with no funding arrangements in place. Auction transactions have strict, non-negotiable completion deadlines, and delays could have resulted in significant interest accruing, a breach of contract, and even placed the transaction at risk, leaving the purchaser open to a claim.

With time sensitive, high-risk cases, a coordinated, cross-departmental approach is often essential. Head of property James Burford worked tirelessly with our expert corporate and commercial team, Ben Ironmonger and Emily Drew, and the transaction was successfully completed within two working days of the contractual completion date.

You can read the full case study on our website:

Scott Bailey LLP coordinated multiple legal teams to achieve completion of a complex auction property purchase under severe time pressure.

05/05/2026

107km. One island. One incredible effort 👏

This weekend, 5 now very tired members of the Scott Bailey LLP team took on the Isle of Wight Ultra Challenge - a demanding 107km route around the entire island. This is not your average walk. It meant pushing through physical exhaustion, navigating uneven coastal terrain, and continuing right through the night with no rest.

Together, the team has raised an outstanding £4,550 for Macmillan Cancer Support, helping to provide vital support to those affected by cancer and their families. If you would like to support their efforts, donations are still welcome (click on the link in our bio!).

An achievement like this takes resilience, determination, and real mental strength. We are all incredibly proud of what they have accomplished - both in completing such an intense challenge, and in making a meaningful difference along the way.

Well done Ben Ironmonger, Joseph Hammond, Holly Mitchell, Benjamin Bethell and Katie Dougan 👏

02/05/2026

The Scott Bailey team has officially crossed the start line. Keep an eye on our stories for live updates throughout the challenge!

From all your colleagues and friends at Scott Bailey - good luck Ben, Katie, Holly, Joe and Benji! 🙌👏

28/04/2026

Just 3 days to go until the Ultra Isle of Wight Challenge! Our amazing colleagues will be taking on a 107km walk around the entire island in less than 24 hours - raising funds for Macmillan Cancer Support.

They've been training for months and have almost raised £3,000 for Macmillan. If you'd like to read more about the challenge or donate to their JustGiving pages - visit this link: https://www.justgiving.com/team/scott-bailey-llp

Good luck, team Scott Bailey!

27/04/2026

A huge well done to everyone who ran the London Marathon in the blazing sunshine this weekend! 🏃🏅

We are very proud of our receptionist Dena, who said, "The atmosphere is absolutely incredible and I was lucky enough to see my family at 4 different points on the course! I finished in 4.02.55. It's not a PB as it was too hot - this was marathon number 11 for me and this was definitely the toughest!"

An amazing achievement, Dena! 👏

21/04/2026

Section 21 evictions are being abolished from the 1st May 2026.

If you are a landlord or tenant, understanding the key deadlines and what happens next is essential. From when notices must be served, to the final window for possession proceedings, the rules are changing quickly.

Our latest blog explains what you need to know before the deadline and how the process will work going forward. Read more on our website: https://www.scottbailey.co.uk/property/section-21-notice-of-eviction-deadline

20/04/2026

Starting the week as we mean to go on! We are so pleased to share that we have been shortlisted for Conveyancing Team of the Year at The Conveyancing Awards! 🎉

This category recognises overall excellence in conveyancing, and we’re incredibly proud to be named alongside such strong firms across the UK.

Our conveyancing team really is at the heart of what we do - combining local knowledge of the New Forest and South Coast property market with a clear, practical approach to supporting our clients through every stage of their move.

A huge thank you to our team for their continued dedication, and to our clients for trusting us with their transactions - and for the constant stream of wonderful Google reviews that play a key role in recognitions like this.

17/04/2026

“Creating a pre-nup does not mean you’re expecting your marriage to end. Just as having insurance does not mean you expect something to go wrong, a pre-nup simply provides reassurance.”

Pre-ups aren't what they used to be. Our expert family law solicitor, Charlotte Millard, shares why more couples are taking a positive, practical approach to planning for the future.

Read our latest blog to learn more: https://www.scottbailey.co.uk/family-children/a-practical-guide-to-pre-nups-and-why-more-couples-are-saying-yes-to-them

16/04/2026

What a way to start the day - thank you Lymington & District Chamber of Commerce - up bright and early for a great breakfast and an interesting discussion led by our own Richard Wadsworth about the importance of wills in business.

07/04/2026

Some good news to start the week... we have been named a finalist for Property Legal Team of the Year at the South Coast Property Awards! 🤩

This category recognises property law teams across the South Coast that have demonstrated exceptional performance, legal expertise and meaningful impact - making this recognition particularly special to our team.

Our property team consistently goes above and beyond for our clients, and this shortlisting reflects their absolute commitment to delivering trusted advice and the highest standards of service.

We very much look forward to the awards evening, and wish everyone else the best of luck!

02/04/2026

Bank holiday weekend celebrations include hot cross buns, some delicious home bakes, egg and spoon races, and a sunflower planting competition 🌻