About Purnell Lawyers

At Purnell Lawyers, we understand that change is inevitable. For over a century, we have proudly served the people of Thames and surrounding areas, evolving alongside the community we call home. Since our early beginnings in the 1900s, we’ve witnessed Thames transform, and we take pride in having been a constant, guiding force through those changes.

Our history reflects the dynamic nature of our firm. From our founding as Buchanan & Purnell in 1915 to today’s Purnell Lawyers, our partnerships have evolved to meet the needs of our clients. Along the way, we’ve been privileged to serve generations of individuals, families, and businesses through every era of transition.

Here’s a glimpse of our journey:

• 1915: Buchanan & Purnell open on Pollen Street, Thames
• 1945: Partnership of Purnell & Jensen forms
• 1966–1985: Several key partnerships shape the firm, including Purnell, Jensen & Jenkison
• 2006: The firm becomes Purnell Jenkison Oliver
• 2015: Celebrating 100 years of service and excellence
• Today: Operating as Purnell Lawyers, dedicated to bringing quality legal services to our clients for the future

As our team and name have evolved, one thing remains constant: our commitment to excellence and the people we serve. With our deep-rooted history and an eye on the future, we are confident that Purnell Lawyers will continue to meet the legal needs of our community for generations to come.