Chancellors Lea Brewer is now Aletta Shaw Solicitors
Chancellors Lea Brewer LLP merged with Aletta Shaw Solicitors on 1 October 2026. Former Chancellors clients keep the same solicitors, the same Bexleyheath office and the same telephone number. Your solicitors are where they have always been, at 246 Broadway, Bexleyheath DA6 8BB. The rest of the Aletta Shaw Bexleyheath team is a few doors along at 289 Broadway, Bexleyheath DA6 8DG until 14 October 2026, when the whole firm comes together at 246 Broadway, Bexleyheath DA6 8BB.
Chancellors has been serving clients since 1882. The two firms have shared the same underlying ownership since 2021 and worked closely together before merging.
Any original will, deed or other document Chancellors held for you has not moved and has not been sent anywhere. It stays in the strongroom at 246 Broadway, Bexleyheath DA6 8BB. The documents stay put — the firm moves to them.
Appointments with your solicitor are at 246 Broadway, Bexleyheath, Kent, DA6 8BB, as they always have been.
The Chancellors solicitors who joined Aletta Shaw
Where the Chancellors services are now
- Conveyancing and property — Buying, selling, transfers of equity and lease extensions, with published fees.
- Wills, trusts and probate — Making or updating a will, trusts, and administering an estate.
- Probate — Help dealing with an estate after a death, including the grant of probate.
- Powers of attorney — Lasting powers of attorney, registration, and Court of Protection work.
- Family law — Divorce, finances on separation, and arrangements for children.
- Commercial property — Business premises, commercial sales and purchases, and leases.
- Dispute resolution — Civil and commercial disputes, with a view to settling where we can.
- Debt recovery — Recovering money owed to you or your business.
- Settlement agreements — Advice and the solicitor's certificate your employer's agreement requires.
Aletta Shaw does not take on personal injury claims; contact us and we will point you in the right direction.
Frequently asked questions
Has Chancellors Lea Brewer LLP closed?
No. Chancellors Lea Brewer LLP merged with Aletta Shaw Solicitors on 1 October 2026. The firm now trades as Aletta Shaw Solicitors. The two firms have shared the same underlying ownership since 2021 and worked closely together before merging.
Is my solicitor still there?
Yes. Alison Kemsley, Tara Pitts, Teresa Lau have all joined Aletta Shaw and continue to act for their clients.
Where is the office now?
Your solicitors are where they have always been, at 246 Broadway, Bexleyheath DA6 8BB. The rest of the Aletta Shaw Bexleyheath team is a few doors along at 289 Broadway, Bexleyheath DA6 8DG until 14 October 2026, when the whole firm comes together at 246 Broadway, Bexleyheath DA6 8BB.
Does my old telephone number still work?
Yes. The Chancellors telephone number is diverted to Aletta Shaw, so calling the number you have always used will reach us. You can also call 020 8301 4884 or email enquiries@alettashaw.co.uk.
Where is my original will or title deeds?
Any original will, deed or other document Chancellors held for you has not moved and has not been sent anywhere. It stays in the strongroom at 246 Broadway, Bexleyheath DA6 8BB. The documents stay put — the firm moves to them.
Do I need to do anything?
No. Every Chancellors client has been written to about the merger. Unless that letter asked you to do something, there is nothing you need to do, and your matter continues with the same person handling it.
Call the Bexleyheath office on 020 8301 4884 or read the merger announcement.