> ## Content Index
> Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.ipswich.co.uk/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further.

# Ipswich law firm expands reach with Woodbridge merger
- URL: https://www.ipswich.co.uk/ipswich-law-firm-expands-reach-with-woodbridge-merger/
- Published: 2024-11-14T13:37:04.000Z
- Updated: 2026-03-16T15:30:20.000Z
- Description: Attwells Solicitors has strengthened its presence in Suffolk by merging with established Woodbridge firm Lightfoot Westcott. The move marks a significant expansion of legal services available to residents in both towns.
- Author: Oliver Rouane-Williams
- Tags: News, Business, #article, Attwells Solicitors, Lightfoot Westcott Solicitors, Nick Attwell, #Import 2026-03-16 14:46

**The big picture:** The merger advances Attwells' expansion strategy across East Anglia, adding to its existing offices in Ipswich, Colchester and London. The Ipswich-based firm will bring its expertise in property litigation, commercial work and business disputes to Woodbridge clients.

![Nick Attwell CEO of Attwells Solicitors and Stuart Milbourne Head of Suffolk Conveyancing and Senior Associates](https://storage.ghost.io/c/29/1e/291e4b7f-e551-4458-b546-61963954b22f/content/images/2026/03/1731591093-lightfoot-westcott-solicitors-of-woodbridge-merge-with-attwells-solicitors-photo-1-1.png)

Nick Attwell CEO of Attwells Solicitors and Stuart Milbourne Head of Suffolk Conveyancing and Senior Associates Photo: Sophie Debenham (Sophs in Focus)

**Key details:**

- Local partners James Lightfoot and Jeremy Westcott will remain at the Woodbridge office
- They'll be joined by Stuart Milbourne, Attwells Head of Suffolk Conveyancing, and Josh Barber
- The Woodbridge office will continue trading under the Lightfoot Westcott name

**What they're saying:** "We are thrilled to welcome Lightfoot Westcott to the Attwells' family. This merger is a testament to our commitment to growth and excellence," says Nick Attwell, CEO of Attwells Solicitors.

**The bottom line:** The integration process is underway, with both firms fully committed to maintaining service standards for clients and staff.

### Independent local journalism is expensive to produce

It's free for you to read thanks to the generous support of our partners.