About Us
What started our story?
A handful of words from Jim...
Jim Goddard, Trust & Estate Practitioner (TEP) and Director.
“I started in Will writing 26 years ago as I had a vision of people knocking on my door on a cold and stormy night asking me to come and draft a Will for an elderly relative who was about to pass away.
As a former Police Officer I have always been keen to help people, and whilst my vision maybe have been a little dramatic, myself and my team have one thing in mind – to help people.
We are passionate about the law and helping people access friendly, prompt and affordable legal services, to date we’ve helped thousands of people
Our team of dedicated estate planning staff have vast experience in assisting clients of all ages, and from all walks of life in providing ‘solutions for all situations’.
Whether it be a simple Will, inheritance tax planning, complicated finances, second marriages, children from former relationships, vulnerable beneficiaries to name but a few, Goddard Dunbar can provide you with the ideal solution for you.”
Goddard Dunbar's Timeline
The Founding of Goddard Dunbar
Goddard Dunbar was established, beginning our journey of providing trusted legal services.
Our First Legal Apprentices
We welcomed our first legal apprentices, Dani and Tash, beginning our commitment to developing future talent.
Introducing Jack the Dog
Our company mascot, Jack the Dog, made his first appearance and quickly became part of the Goddard Dunbar family.
A New Home at Festival Park
We moved into our Festival Park office, creating a dedicated space to support our growing team and clients.
Private Client Expansion
Our Private Client department moved to the Genesis Centre to support continued growth.
Conveyancing Joins Genesis Centre
Our Conveyancing department also moved to the Genesis Centre, bringing our teams together.
Celebrating 10 Years
We proudly celebrated our 10-year anniversary, marking a decade of supporting our clients and community.
Dani Becomes a Licensed Conveyancer
Dani, one of our first apprentices, qualified as a licensed conveyancer — a fantastic milestone in her career journey.
Coats 4 Christmas Begins
We launched our first Coats 4 Christmas campaign, helping support local families during the festive period.
Supporting Mary's Meals
We sponsored a primary school in Malawi through Mary's Meals, helping provide meals for over 510 students.
Free Probate Advice Line
We launched our free probate advice line to make expert guidance more accessible.
Our Biggest Coats 4 Christmas Yet
Our largest Coats 4 Christmas campaign to date provided 977 coats to those who needed them.
Supporting More Clients Than Ever
We continue our commitment to providing exceptional legal support, helping more clients than ever before.
The Founding of Goddard Dunbar
Goddard Dunbar was established, beginning our journey of providing trusted legal services.
Our First Legal Apprentices
We welcomed our first legal apprentices, Dani and Tash, beginning our commitment to developing future talent.
Introducing Jack the Dog
Our company mascot, Jack the Dog, made his first appearance and quickly became part of the Goddard Dunbar family.
A New Home at Festival Park
We moved into our Festival Park office, creating a dedicated space to support our growing team and clients.
Private Client Expansion
Our Private Client department moved to the Genesis Centre to support continued growth.
Conveyancing Joins Genesis Centre
Our Conveyancing department also moved to the Genesis Centre, bringing our teams together.
Celebrating 10 Years
We proudly celebrated our 10-year anniversary, marking a decade of supporting our clients and community.
Dani Becomes a Licensed Conveyancer
Dani, one of our first apprentices, qualified as a licensed conveyancer — a fantastic milestone in her career journey.
Coats 4 Christmas Begins
We launched our first Coats 4 Christmas campaign, helping support local families during the festive period.
Supporting Mary's Meals
We sponsored a primary school in Malawi through Mary's Meals, helping provide meals for over 510 students.
Free Probate Advice Line
We launched our free probate advice line to make expert guidance more accessible.
Our Biggest Coats 4 Christmas Yet
Our largest Coats 4 Christmas campaign to date provided 977 coats to those who needed them.
Supporting More Clients Than Ever
We continue our commitment to providing exceptional legal support, helping more clients than ever before.
Why Choose Us?
- Transparent pricing
- Local offices & personal service
- Experienced and efficient conveyancing teams
- Caring private client team
- Direct contact with your case handler
- Rated ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ by clients
Very quickly and responded to phones in a timely manner. The lady’s that I communicated with were amazing. Would not hesitate to use them again.
Communication was clear throughout, and any queries I had were addressed promptly. They handled the legal side of the transaction thoroughly, kept me informed at each stage, and worked well with the estate agent to ensure a smooth exchange and completion.
I was particularly impressed with how they managed everything while I was overseas, making the process straightforward and stress-free. Their guidance and attention to detail gave me confidence that everything was being handled properly.
I would highly recommend Goddard Dunbar & Associates to anyone looking for reliable and efficient conveyancing services.
Buying and selling at the same time can be incredibly stressful, but the team kept everything moving smoothly and made sure we were updated every step of the way. They were always on hand to answer questions, explain paperwork clearly, and reassure us when needed.
Completion day went through seamlessly, and we truly felt supported throughout the entire journey. If you’re looking for a reliable, proactive and friendly solicitors firm to handle your move, we wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Goddard Dunbar & Associates.
Thank you for helping us start our next chapter in our new home! 🏡✨
She was always clear, thorough and incredibly responsive. No question ever felt like a silly one, and she took the time to explain things properly, which really helped put our minds at ease. When things needed chasing or clarifying, she was proactive and on it straight away.
Her colleagues were also brilliant — professional, helpful and efficient throughout. It really felt like we were in safe hands as a team.
If you’re looking for a conveyancing solicitor who genuinely cares and keeps things moving, I would highly recommend Charlotte and the team. We’re so grateful for all their hard work in getting us over the line.
Thankyou all so very mush once again, Owen and Natalie
Meet the GDA family
At GDA, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our friendly and experienced teams are passionate about building trusted relationships, delivering personal support and helping clients feel part of the GDA family.
Where can you find us?
Our people are at the heart of everything we do. With offices in Leek, Crewe and Stoke-On-Trent, our team combines local knowledge with years of experience to provide reliable, personal support to clients across Staffordshire and Cheshire.
