Stuart Rowland

Solicitor/Director

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Stuart joined Walker Foster straight from school in 1982. He trained as a Legal Executive and progressed to Solicitor in 2005 when in the same year he became a partner in the firm. Stuart specialises in both residential conveyancing and private client matters. He has extensive knowledge of all issues in these areas including agricultural and business elements and is expert on inheritance tax planning. Over the years he has headed and grown both departments before handing over the reins to younger talent within the firm! He initially worked from our Barnoldswick office where he was trained by Brian Walker, one of our founding solicitors. He opened our Silsden office in 2000 and has grown that office from a single lawyer office to what is now a four-lawyer office. He is familiar with the town’s local people and businesses. He is well connected and respected in Silsden and across much of the Aire Valley and has established strong relationships with many local estate agents, financial advisors and other local businesses. Community is important to Stuart, and he proudly supports a number of local charities and community projects, which often includes providing free legal advice and assistance where this is deserved. Outside of the office Stuart enjoys spending time with his (long suffering) wife, their two children and six grandchildren. He loves travelling to far away places. He runs, regularly but slowly, to balance his liking for good food and has supported Liverpool FC since childhood. He has fond memories of standing and chanting in the Kop End terrace well before ‘seat only’ stadiums. He admits to disliking any team followed by any other director for the firm! He likes classic cars but is no mechanic!

  • Regulated by: The Solicitors Regulation Authority

  • Regulator ID: 369395

  • Based in Keighley, West Yorkshire
  • Licensed for 20 years

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Stuart joined Walker Foster straight from school in 1982. He trained as a Legal Executive and progressed to Solicitor in 2005 when in the same year he became a partner in the firm. Stuart specialises in both residential conveyancing and private client matters. He has extensive knowledge of all issues in these areas including agricultural and business elements and is expert on inheritance tax planning. Over the years he has headed and grown both departments before handing over the reins to younger talent within the firm! He initially worked from our Barnoldswick office where he was trained by Brian Walker, one of our founding solicitors. He opened our Silsden office in 2000 and has grown that office from a single lawyer office to what is now a four-lawyer office. He is familiar with the town’s local people and businesses. He is well connected and respected in Silsden and across much of the Aire Valley and has established strong relationships with many local estate agents, financial advisors and other local businesses. Community is important to Stuart, and he proudly supports a number of local charities and community projects, which often includes providing free legal advice and assistance where this is deserved. Outside of the office Stuart enjoys spending time with his (long suffering) wife, their two children and six grandchildren. He loves travelling to far away places. He runs, regularly but slowly, to balance his liking for good food and has supported Liverpool FC since childhood. He has fond memories of standing and chanting in the Kop End terrace well before ‘seat only’ stadiums. He admits to disliking any team followed by any other director for the firm! He likes classic cars but is no mechanic!

  • Regulated by: The Solicitors Regulation Authority

  • Regulator ID: 369395

  • Based in Keighley, West Yorkshire
  • Licensed for 20 years

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  • Walker Foster Limited

    Solicitor

    November 2023 - Present 2 years and 7 months

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  • English

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Monday 09:00–17:00
Tuesday 09:00–17:00
Wednesday 09:00–17:00
Thursday 09:00–17:00
Friday 09:00–17:00
Saturday (Closed)
Sunday (Closed)

63 Kirkgate, Silsden, West Yorkshire, BD20 0PB

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Alistair Docherty

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Enjoyed working with Stuart who I had met perhaps 30 years earlier when I was working. As we are a charity he did the work relating to deeds pro bono.

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Dear Alistair, Thank you for your feedback. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed working with Stuart, and that his support made a positive difference.

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Jason Green

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Housing & Property

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Dear Stuart and Lily, We would like to take this opportunity to sincerely thank you, Stuart, and the rest of the team for all of your assistance throughout the process. Your professionalism, clear communication, and ongoing support made everything run smoothly, and it was greatly reassuring to know we were in such capable hands at every stage I bet your glad to get us of your caseload lol ! We really appreciate the time and effort you put into guiding us through the transaction and addressing any questions we had along the way. It has been a pleasure working with you both. Thank you once again for all your help and support. Kind regards, Jason and Claire

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Thank you so much for your wonderful review and kind words. We’re truly grateful you took the time to share your experience. It was a pleasure to act for you both during the sale and purchase of your property, and we’re delighted that our communication, documentation and support gave you reassurance throughout the process.

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Roger

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Housing & Property

Very professional

First rate very professional a pleasure to deal with as always

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Thank you, Roger, for your kind review. We’re delighted to hear that you found our service professional and a pleasure to deal with, as always. Your continued support is greatly appreciated.

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Paul F

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House move pre Xmas

Thank you to both Lily and Stuart at Walker Foster Silsden for helping to get both the sale of my existing property and resultant purchase of new home completed to a tight pre Xmas deadline. Various matters cropped up along the way and Lily/Stuart were both attentive and on the ball to help keep matters moving. Happy to recommend.

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Thank you for your kind review, Paul. We’re delighted that Lily and Stuart were able to manage your house sale and purchase efficiently, even under a tight pre-Christmas deadline. Your recommendation means a lot, and we will be sure to share your feedback with them. Kind regards, Walker Foster Limited

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Lisa

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Housing & Property

Trustworthy, friendly but professional service.

My dad had used Stuart previously and was very happy with the service he received, so choosing them again when selling my dad’s property under a Power of Attorney was a straightforward decision. Lily handled the conveyancing for us and was fantastic throughout the entire process. She always responded to my queries promptly, with patience, clarity, and professionalism. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her services.

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Dear Lisa, Thank you for your feedback. We are delighted to hear that Lily provided patient, clear, and professional support throughout your father’s property sale, and that your experience reflected the trust your family has in Stuart. Your recommendation is greatly appreciated.

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Jane Naik

Housing & Property

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Helpful and kind in a stressful situation

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Thank you, Jane, for your feedback. We’re pleased to hear you found the team helpful and kind during a stressful Conveyancing situation.

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Hannah

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Hannah

Fantastic solicitors - Stuart and Lily made the process easy to navigate as first time buyers, and were on hand to help whenever we needed. Highly recommend!

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Dear Hannah, Thank you so much for your kind words. We're delighted to hear that Stuart and Lily were able to support you so well through your first home purchase. Wishing you all the best in your new home! Best regards, Walker Foster Solicitors

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Rachel

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Rachel

Very happy with all that Stuart and Lily have done with our house purchase and would not hesitate to recommend their services.

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Thank you, Rachel! We're thrilled to hear you're happy with Stuart and Lily's service for your house purchase. Your recommendation means a lot to us. Best Regards, Walker Foster Limited

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Elizabeth

Fantastic work from Stuart and Lily in both our house sale and purchase. Really efficient and great attention to detail.

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Dear Elizabeth, Thank you for your feedback! We're delighted to hear that Stuart and Lily provided fantastic work during your house sale and purchase, with great attention to detail and efficiency. Please feel free to reach out if you need anything further. Best regards, Walker Foster Limited

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Katherine

Wills, Trusts & Probate

Katherine

Stuart has been really helpful advising me on a Will Trust and I am happy to recommend him based on my experience.

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