Nigel Cole is our senior partner and specialises in property and commercial work. Having trained in London, Nigel moved back to Devon as a litigation solicitor to join the practice in 1971. He became a partner at Axminster in 1976 with the late Bruce Beckingsale and John Beviss. He is proud of the practice’s growth in size and the complexity and breadth of work.

Nigel’s experience and legal expertise is enhanced by his extensive knowledge of the area. He is a court-appointed mediator and legal adviser to, and trustee of, a number of local organisations.

Nigel is married to Susie and they have three children, Sarah, James and Gemma. They live in Lyme Regis where Nigel has a wide range of interests. He enjoys travel.

Nigel has extensive experience in both residential and commercial conveyancing with a particular emphasis on commercial and country transactions.

Peter is an experienced property Solicitor based in Chard.  He has a wealth of experience in dealing with the sale and purchase of all types of commercial property, including shops, offices and development sites.  He also handles Landlord and Tenant matters, such as the granting and renewal of leases as well as agricultural and residential conveyancing.