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“Could not recommend them highly enough”
A professional, helpful, powerful yet gentle team of solicitors who believe in a fair and measured approach when it comes to the complexities of family law. I could not recommend them highly enough for anyone facing divorce, separation or children issues.
“Jemma was extremely thorough”
After a very complicated multi jurisdiction divorce that had been running for 3 years i switched to SFL. I had an initial meeting with Jemma Slavin and was filled with confidence in her ability and knowledge immediately. Jemma was extremely thorough in bringing matters to a conclusion using all tools at her disposal. I was kept fully informed as well as being asked for my own opinion on each course of action taken along the way. From my own experience i can only say that i would recommend both Jemma and SFL in dealing with anything other than straight forward family law. Finally a huge thank you Jemma for expeditiously bringing matters to a successful conclusion.
“Were able to adapt accordingly”
They were very reassuring all the way through the process, they allowed me to explain my needs and were able to adapt accordingly, managing to get through a very complicated process as speedily as possible.
“Would gladly use them again”
Stowe Family Law have been fantastic so far. Communication has been detailed and clear, and my solicitor has been pro-active in helping me progress my case. I would gladly use them again in the future.
“Jemma is a top-class Lawyer”
I will be forever grateful for what Jemma Slavin and her team in Bristol have done for me and my children. Jemma is a top-class Lawyer that really knows her stuff. She is professional, personable, quick to respond and above all always knew what the right legal advice was, and she was always 1 step ahead of my husband’s Lawyer. It is thanks to her legal advice and persistence that gave me and my children a better outcome then I could ever have imagined. But most importantly my children can now continue their life growing up with the right support and living in the area familiar to them and close to their school and friends. Could not recommend Stowe enough, they are amazing!
“Comforted by the fact that I knew I had the best representation”
I was advised to use Jemma Slavin at Stowe whilst going through an extremely difficult and lengthy divorce. Jemma was amazing. Jemma gave brilliant advice, was able to set my mind at ease when difficult situations arose and more than anything was totally approachable and available like a friend if ever I was struggling. My divorce was a very bitter one however I felt in completely safe hands and comforted by the fact that I knew I had the best representation I could get. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Jemma to anyone needing a family lawyer. I am out the other side now and cannot thank Jemma and her team enough for such great support, professionalism and basically getting me the result I hoped for.
“Client care is the top of their list”
The team at Stowe are dedicated to finding the best solution for their clients. If sitting around a table is right for the client then they will support them to work in mediation. If going to court is necessary then they will guide and protect their client through that process. Client care is the top of their list.
“Made the process a lot smoother”
Stowe Family Law handled my case with precision and professionalism. They made the process a lot smoother than it would ever have been without them. The team work very well together, and they were a pleasure to work with. I would recommend them to anyone seeking legal advice.
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“Pragmatic and honest advice”
Gregg Latchams provided me with fantastic legal support during a highly stressful period. Pragmatic and honest advice and fees that are not out of the ordinary. Highly recommended.
“James certainly stood out from the crowd”
I’ve been having financial issues with my ex husband after 8 years of being separated and divorced, plus problems with getting my name off the mortgage. I had trawled through the internet trying to find a good solicitor. I gave a few a call but found them too busy to talk or not that knowledgeable. When I spoke with James, it was immediately crystal clear that he’s been in the industry a while and knew what he was talking about. I was offered a free half an hour consultation over the phone. What I liked about this solicitor is, he was more interested in making sure that he had conveyed the information over to me , properly, to understand, rather than about the time, itself ! That’s rare in this industry. He was not only professional and efficient, but kind, empathetic and very helpful also. Many female divorcees need a little empathy. I have been an estate agent for many years and dealt with many solicitors. James certainly stood out from the crowd and I’ll be booking in my appointment shortly. I highly recommend them.
Approachable team with a wide range of legal expertise.
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Great service!! Very professional staff. Great communication, very knowledgeable. Dealt with the service I required efficiently. Would definitely recommend!!
I would definitely recommend this law firm. I found their service to be excellent in terms of knowledge, professionalism and expertise in family law. I would highly recommend.
“Chris Miller at Barcan & Kirby helped me a lot”
I was introduced to the idea of a collaborative law when divorcing which means that you sit down and talk with both parties and both solicitors which makes a very hard job a lot more humane. It costs a little more but enabled us to get through everything. Not that I would wish it on anyone but if you are going to have to go through a divorce then Chris Miller at Barcan & Kirby helped me a lot.
“I would very much recommend this solicitors”
I found this Solicitors extremely efficient and helpful when dealing with my case. Chris was always very easy to get hold of and I never felt he was too busy to talk to me. I would very much recommend this solicitors.
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Staff where welcoming and very helpful
Great legal firm. Excellent advice. Very friendly lawyers.
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Great service. Great solicitors!!!
Always a good service.
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“Absolutely amazing will definitely recommend”
Absolutely amazing support and unwavering professionalism from the get go. Helped me get my relationship with my son back on track. They are amazing and work effortlessly to reach the goals. They are also very personal and you can tell they care about their clients. Absolutely amazing will definitely recommend.
“Thoughtful, confident & experienced leadership”
Divorce is never going to be 'fun' but Stowe made the process much easier for me, thanks to clear guidance with thoughtful, confident and experienced leadership at all times. Ultimately, we achieved a thoroughly fair result for all parties. Thank you.
“Believe in a fair & measured approach”
A professional, helpful, powerful yet gentle team of solicitors who believe in a fair and measured approach when it comes to the complexities of family law. I could not recommend them highly enough for anyone facing divorce, separation or children issues.
“Would certainly recommend them”
A very friendly firm with solicitors who really know how to get the right result and work hard for their clients. I would certainly recommend them.
“She cares very much about her clients”
I worked predominantly with Joanna. She worked tirelessly to get things done for me, and it's clear that she cares very much about her clients and helping them through the process.
“Client care is the top of their list”
The team at Stowe are dedicated to finding the best solution for their clients. If sitting around a table is right for the client then they will support them to work in mediation. If going to court is necessary then they will guide and protect their client through that process. Client care is the top of their list.
“Made the process a lot smoother”
Stowe Family Law handled my case with precision and professionalism. They made the process a lot smoother than it would ever have been without them. The team work very well together, and they were a pleasure to work with. I would recommend them to anyone seeking legal advice.
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“Fair, intelligent, kind professional solicitors”
With fair and minimal fees, Gareth Schofield quickly solved enforcing the terms of my 16 year old divorce order by performing proper legal research, then with just a few phone calls I had the funds in my account. He accomplished in a couple of months what solicitors Gregg Latchams failed to get a result for nine years, blowing through 25,000 pounds and going to court, ill-pre-pared for senseless interim applications. If you are looking for fair, intelligent, kind professional solcitors, Clarke Willmott is your one stop, legal shop!
“Highly recommend them”
This is a quality firm, staffed with skilled, intelligent, articulate, authoritative staff. I would highly recommend them. You want a legal firm to inspire you with confidence that they A. They know what they're talking about B. They are going to represent you competently C. Give you confidence that you are going to succeed and win your case. This sounds like it's easy but so many fail on at least 2 of the above points. Clarke Willmott excel at all 3.
There is only one word to say, excellent.
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Excellent service and very helpful staff
Friendly and helpful staff
Professional staff always helpful and get jobs done
Very good service quick and efficient Like
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Every single person that I have dealt with at this firm is professional and friendly. All advice has always been accurate and reassuring.
I found the solicitor attending to my needs knowledgeable, sympathetic and helpful. I was completely satisfied.
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“Very thorough and efficient”
Lyons have an excellent team, very thorough and efficient. I would use no one else and have total trust in them with affairs that matter the most.
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“Deliver a first class service”
Having worked with Ashley for 4 years, he is always friendly and professional. The Family Law Practice deliver a first class service and are constantly looking out for the best interests of their clients.
“Extremely professional and knowledgeable”
Highly recommend for custody issues. Have struggled to get shared custody for some years and was elated when representing myself, I was able to achieve all that I was seeking 50/50 shared care with the support and help of the family law practice. Extremely professional and knowledgeable and reasonably priced, but then what is worth to have time with your child?
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“Highly professional support”
We received an excellent and efficient service from start to finish. We couldn't fault the highly professional support and always felt we knew exactly what was going on, and what we needed to do next. Couldn't be faulted.
Excellent solicitors, approachable which is saying something for a solicitor
“Excellent & cost effective service”
I would like to recommend AMD Solicitors. They are a professional company who provided me with an excellent, cost effective service.
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“Always dealt with things with utmost professionalism, and sensitivity,”
I've been using the services of Henriques Griffiths over the best part of 10 years, since I moved back to Bristol from London - for family law matters, such as wills, organising probate & setting up Powers of Attorney, as well as conveyancing for the sale & purchase of 3 properties over the course of that time. I have worked with Julie Jordan in the Winterbourne office for all conveyancing matters over the years and various other solicitors in the Portland Square office for family law matters. Both Julie and all the other lawyers I've dealt with have always dealt with things with utmost professionalism, and sensitivity, effecting swift & satisfactory outcomes in all cases. I would definitely recommend Henriques Griffiths without hesitation.
“I am very happy and would recommend this firm of solicitors without hesitation”
I used this firm once before for conveyancing many years ago and was very pleased with the service. This time it was family law and my solicitor, David Foster [Partner alongside Carol Simmons] was extremely professional, his advice was always slanted in my favour for the least cost to me, unfortunately that could not be said of the other side. There is no doubt David obtained the best possible result involving the least stress possible for me. I am very happy and would recommend this firm of solicitors without hesitation.
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“Professional”
Great professional service. Always sound advice.
“Efficient”
Great service. Quick and efficient
“Excellent and very responsive service”
Excellent and very responsive service. Would use Battrick Clark again.
Used Battrick Clark for both my partner's divorce and conveyancing when we recently moved - were great on both occasions.
“Gave me realistic advice”
Lynda Merrell Jones [in Helen's team] was fantastic in how she handled my divorce case. There was no question unanswered (and I had many) and gave me realistic advice on what I could expect. I couldn’t recommend her more.
“Always felt safe in the hands of Battrick Clark”
I've used Battrick Clark for the sale of a buy to let flat, commercial leases and acquisition of commercial premises, as well as for family law matters (a family trust and a will). They fulfilled every one of these tasks with complete professionalism, and their determination led to a well known firm of solicitors settling on behalf of their client. I've used them in many cases for advice on apparently reasonable legal agreements that actually would have ended up disadvantageous for me. I've always felt safe in the hands of Battrick Clark and would quickly recommend them to friends and family.
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“Katy kept it all together”
Divorce is never a pleasant experience and no matter how hard you try and keep it amicable, negotiations can can quickly deteriorate and costs escalate, especially when the other parties solicitor is being unreasonable. Katy Zikking at Harbour Family Law kept it all together, prevented it from going off track and steered it to an acceptable and amicable conclusion.
I recently engaged the services of Harbour Family Law in order to obtain a court order for the contact arrangements of my daughter, Harbour Family Law made the process, which is often very stressful, clear, smooth and hassle free, particularly Ros (part of Katy's team), who together with her speedy replies, efficiency and attention to detail was everything and more I could have asked for from my legal representation. Would highly recommend.
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“You will be in trusted hands with this firm”
Brigstow Family Law have been superb in the handling of my very delicate and emotional family case. Not only were they very professional, knowledgeable and thorough they also managed to remain positive, friendly and took the lead in all matters to reach an end goal. The team provided me with confidence from the get go, the arrangements for child access were negotiated swiftly and they cut through all of the emotion which was very helpful. Addressing the birth certificate paperwork in a comprehensive manner took place immediately again allowing me to sleep easier at night knowing the correct steps were being followed so I could focus on looking after a new born. From the start of the process until the end, Brigstow provided clear direction, set out my goals and were upfront and honest when they felt something would not be able to be resolved in the manner I wanted. This expert opinion was correct at every turn in my case and I am incredibly thankful to the team there. I cannot recommend them enough, post break up devastation can lead to confusion and this firm are clearly experts at cutting through the noise to help support and achieve a clients goals. You will be in trusted hands with this firm.
“I felt so reassured”
Professional, empathetic and responsive. I felt so reassured through a very stressful time knowing that Bessie was representing me.
“She went above and beyond”
Bessie was an incredible help through a very difficult divorce. She was clear in her communication with me regarding matters of law, but I also found her empathetic. I cannot recommend her highly enough. I am so grateful for all her hard work. In my opinion she went above and beyond.
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Each solicitor listed by Wiselaw is independently researched and considered against strict criteria. Examples of the criteria are shown below.
The quality and content of feedback that clients have given via trusted review services such as Google and TrustPilot.
Formal accreditations that are awarded to firms based on their expertise and/or their outstanding working practices.
Industry-recognised awards for superior business practices, legal expertise or customer care.
Evidence of high quality client care, including reviews received, publishing and sharing legal knowledge, and quality of enquiry replies.
The extent to which the solicitor has been involved in cases that have helped to shape and change wider family law.
Is the solicitor one of the best within their price band? A lower-priced or mid-priced solicitor will be included if they are the best compared to other solicitors in the same price band.
Does the solicitor have a proven track record, earned over years, of being an extremely shrewd legal practitioner? They aren’t in any way new or unproven.
The solicitor is well recognised for having a specialism in a particular area of family law, such as international divorce, abduction, or custody.
Is the solicitor part of an established firm and they have quickly gained a reputation for being expert in their field? A highly skilled rising star who doesn’t yet command the highest fees, so making them very good value.
Does the solicitor’s surrounding team contain high calibre lawyers and secretaries who collectively can offer broader and deeper legal advice as circumstances require?
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