Birketts is widely regarded as one of the top tier law firms in Ipswich. We have had an office in Ipswich since its formation by Benjamin Birkett in 1863.
Our excellent team of lawyers and solicitors in Ipswich specialise in the full range of legal services across Corporate & Commercial, Dispute Resolution, Real Estate, Agriculture, Employment, Wills & Estate Planning and Family. We also offer Notarial services.
Ipswich is also the base for our specialist Criminal Corporate Defence, Construction, Charities and Debt Recovery Teams.
HRH The Earl of Wessex opened our current Ipswich office (Providence House) on Friday 11 May 2018, and we took full occupancy on Monday 4 June 2018.
Why choose Birketts in Ipswich?
Ipswich is the county town of Suffolk, and the historic birthplace of Birketts, with the firm first established here in 1863. Today, our Ipswich office remains a key hub within our East of England network, supporting clients across the town, the county and the wider region, reflecting our long‑standing commitment to businesses, families and organisations in Suffolk.
- Our Ipswich team provides extensive legal expertise across corporate and commercial, dispute resolution, real estate, agriculture, employment, wills and estate planning, and family law, as well as Notarial services.
- Birketts is consistently recognised for the quality of its legal advice, with rankings in leading directories such as The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners.
- We operate from modern premises at Providence House, officially opened by HRH The Earl of Wessex in 2018, designed to support collaboration and deliver an excellent client experience.
- With deep roots in the town and strong links across the local community, we continue to support regional businesses and organisations as part of our responsible business commitments.
Local Charity
We are great believers in supporting initiatives that promote opportunity and diversity and supporting voluntary causes. Our Ipswich office charity is Inspire. Inspire is a dedicated youth charity, empowering under 25s to achieve a better future. They work closely with young people to support their personal development and wellbeing, as well as help them overcome obstacles and progress onto professional pathways.
Birketts Charitable Fund
The local community is very important to us, and the Birketts Charitable Fund, administered by the Suffolk Community Foundation, helps us to support locally based charitable projects. To read about some of the grants that have been made from the Birketts Charitable Fund, please visit the Suffolk Community Foundation website.
Accessibility
Car park entrance:
Ramp to the left of the building as you look from the car park this will lead you to the rear entrance door.
Front entrance (Princes Street)
Ramp to the left of the building as you look from the main road (Princes Street) this will lead you to the front entrance door.
Where to park
There is on-site parking to the rear of the building.
Nearest train station
Ipswich railway station is a five minute walk from the office.
Our Ipswich Team
Sound, professional advice and work. Flexibility to meet our needs as a customer.
Legal 500 [UK 2026]