Phil Baker

Phil qualified as a Licensed Conveyancer in 1999 and as a Licensed Probate Practitioner in 2010.

Phil is a highly skilled Licensed Conveyancer and Probate Practitioner at Cooper Nimmo, known for delivering practical, reassuring, and results-driven legal support to clients across all stages of their property and personal affairs. With extensive experience in both residential conveyancing and private client work, Phil brings a balanced and holistic approach to every matter, ensuring clients receive clear guidance and a smooth, stress-free experience.

In his conveyancing practice, Phil handles a wide range of transactions including freehold and leasehold sales and purchases, remortgages, new-build properties, transfers of equity, and complex title matters. He is recognised for meticulous attention to detail, proactive communication, and an ability to anticipate and resolve issues before they impact a transaction. Clients value Phil’s calm, approachable manner and commitment to keeping them informed at every stage.

Alongside property work, Phil is also an experienced Probate Practitioner, supporting individuals and families with Wills, estate planning, Lasting Powers of Attorney, and the administration of estates. He is known for a sensitive and compassionate approach, particularly when guiding clients through bereavement and the complexities of probate. Whether preparing a straightforward Will or managing a multi-asset estate, Phil ensures that every matter is handled with care, clarity, and efficiency.

Phil is dedicated to building long-term relationships with clients and the wider community, offering practical advice that helps people protect their assets, plan for the future, and navigate key life events with confidence.

Outside the office, Phil has many hobbies and interests including reading, music, collecting vinyl records, playing guitar, ballroom dancing, visiting galleries and museums, and enjoying the outdoors, walking his Springer Spaniel, Alfie.