Burley Geach Solicitors celebrates its 125th year serving its local community
We stand by our reputation
Our Values
For more than 125 years after its founding, the firm continues to combine traditional values with modern legal expertise, serving individuals, families and businesses across Hampshire and Surrey.
Established
Years of experience behind every piece of advice.
Reliable & Efficient
Matters progressed promptly, with no loose ends.
Dynamic
Practical thinking that adapts as your matter moves.
Tailored & Personal
Advice shaped around your circumstances, never a template.
Local
A firm rooted in the community we serve.
Approachable & Friendly
Plain English, and a team that is easy to talk to.
Everything we do starts with our clients. We take the time to listen, understand your circumstances and provide practical, straightforward legal advice tailored to your needs. By building relationships based on trust, respect and clear communication, we help our clients make informed decisions with confidence.
Our commitment means we always strive to:
We believe outstanding client care is just as important as excellent legal advice. That commitment has earned the trust of generations of families and businesses, many of whom have relied on Burley Geach for decades. We are proud to continue supporting our clients through every stage of life, providing trusted legal guidance whenever they need us.
Our History
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1901
Firm founded
The first Burley Geach office was opened in Lavant Street, Petersfield by Percy Burley.
Introducing Burley to Geach
Robert Geach joined the practice at the end of the First World War, creating the firm name of Burley & Geach.
1918
1920
New premises
Burley Geach Petersfield relocated to its current location on Swan Street.
New offices
Percy Burley’s son, Leslie, joined and the Haslemere office was opened on a part-time basis on West Street.
1930
1945
Full time presence
The Haslemere office opened full time and was led by Brian Hunter.
Another Burley
Percy Burley’s grandson, Richard, joined the firm dealing with farming clients and developed a new area for the practice, tax law.
1957
1983
Expansion
A third office was opened in Liphook by Roger Greenwood.
Expand and merge
The Grayshott office opened whilst acquiring Macpherson & Lawson, and the practice traded as Macphersons Burley & Geach until 2008.
1985
2006
Another merge
Burley Geach Liphook acquired A J Bavin, which strengthened their presence in the town.
LLP
The firm became a Limited Liability Partnership and adopted the name Burley Geach Solicitors LLP.
2017
2026
125 years service!
Burley Geach now proudly celebrates 125 years of serving the local communities.
Community
Burley Geach has been a part of your local community for many years and has established strong links with clients, businesses and local groups and charities. We are proud of the service we provide from our offices in Petersfield, Haslemere and Liphook, and proud of the success of those communities.
Giving back to our local communities is an important part of who we are. We are proud to continue the long-standing relationships we have built across Hampshire and Surrey, and we look forward to supporting our towns and villages for many years to come.
Insights
16
Jul
Burley Geach shortlisted for four Surrey Law Society Legal Awards
13
Jul
After years of campaigning by family law organisation Resolution, the Government has launched a consultation on reforming the law for cohabitants following separation and after the death of a partner.
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Oct
Burley Geach Solicitors celebrates its 125th year serving its local community
16
Jul
Burley Geach shortlisted for four Surrey Law Society Legal Awards