Small by design. Serious about results.
For over twenty years, Ashcombe & Lyle has offered something many people struggle to find: excellent lawyers who actually have time for you.
Built around people, not billable hours.
Eleanor Ashcombe and Thomas Lyle started the firm with a simple idea: legal advice should be clear, fairly priced and delivered by someone who knows you. Today our team of four attorneys and three support staff serves clients across the region — still with the same promise.
Integrity
Honest advice, even when it’s not what you hoped to hear.
Clarity
Plain language, written plans and no hidden costs.
Care
Every client is a person first, a case second.
Tenacity
Firm, prepared advocacy when it matters most.
Meet the team.
Experienced, approachable and focused on your outcome.
Eleanor Ashcombe
Eleanor founded the firm in 2004 after a decade in litigation. She is known for resolving complex custody matters calmly and, wherever possible, out of court.
Thomas Lyle
Thomas advises business owners and families on succession, contracts and estate planning, with a gift for turning complexity into a clear plan.
Edward Bennett
Edward has recovered substantial settlements for injured clients and is relentless with insurers — while staying approachable and honest.
Charlotte Pembroke
Charlotte supports clients through divorce and probate with patience and precision, and leads our evening and video appointment service.
Let’s talk about your situation.
Free, confidential 30-minute consultation. No obligation, no jargon.