About

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Founded by Paul Linton in 1975, Paul Linton & Co has been part of the Watford community for fifty years. Now led by Managing Partner Tanya Linton, the firm continues Paul’s legacy of providing trusted, high-quality legal services with a personal, approachable touch.

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We advise both private clients and businesses, offering practical support in:

• Residential Conveyancing

• Wills & Probate

• Lasting Powers of Attorney

• Commercial Leases & Residential Lease Extensions

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Our close-knit team meets regularly to share knowledge and ensure every client receives attentive, thorough service. With decades of combined experience, we’re proud to have helped thousands of clients with their property, business, and personal legal matters.

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Meet the Team

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Tanya Linton

Solicitor

 

Tanya studied Archaeology at the University of Liverpool before qualifying as a Solicitor in 2007 at the College of Law, London. After gaining valuable experience at a central London firm, she joined her father Paul at the practice, later taking over as Managing Partner. Tanya continues to lead the firm with the same focus on professionalism, care, and personal service.

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Email: tanya@paul-linton.co.uk

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Jeremy Ottman

Solicitor​

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Jeremy, a Director at the firm, qualified in 1984 and brings extensive experience in residential and commercial property law. Having run his own successful practice, he now advises clients on a wide range of property transactions at Paul Linton & Co.

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Email: jeremy@paul-linton.co.uk​​

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Peter Scholl

Consultant 

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Admitted in 1982, Peter has worked at several leading London firms and later ran his own practice before joining Paul Linton & Co in 2019. He believes in finding practical solutions, with litigation only as a last resort and values building strong, positive client relationships.

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Email: peter@paul-linton.co.uk​​​

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Negin Shabestari

Trainee Solicitor

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Negin graduated in Law from Birkbeck, University of London. As a Trainee Solicitor, she assists across both the Property and Private Client departments, gaining hands-on experience while supporting clients with care and professionalism.

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Email: negin@paul-linton.co.uk

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John Sheldrick​

Consultant

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Email: john@paul-linton.co.uk

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