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“I was very fortunate to work with Lauren”
At an unfortunate time I was very fortunate to work with Lauren at Sadler Cross who helped me enormously. Her professional yet personal approach helped me understand what decisions I needed to make and how to take action. The rest of the team at Sadler Cross also helped my dealings with them seamless, from paying invoices to arranging meetings with Lauren, they all played a part and were extremely helpful.
“Lauren was really helpful offering practical advice and assistance”
Lauren was really helpful offering practical advice and assistance. A sensible and knowledgeable approach and I feel confident that she will do the business for me as soon as the time is right. Thank you
“Lauren is brilliant and very knowledgeable ”
Lauren is brilliant and very knowledgeable from the outset has given me some confidence that hopefully will bring out some positives in otherwise a very difficult time.
“I am confident in the journey ahead with them”
In an emergency situation they gave clear and concise advise. I felt comfortable with the practice and instructed them to act immediately. I am confident in the journey ahead with them.
“Your explanation and patience and understanding meant a lot to me”
Dear Lauren, thank you very much for your time with me today. You helped me feel better today for the first time since I received the letter from my wife’s solicitor . Your explanation and patience and understanding meant a lot to me at this time, and your manner and friendliness helped to put me at ease. When I first spoke to you last year you said to me was I sure that you would be the right person to help me, my answer to you was that I saw a kindness in your face and that was enough for me. Thank you again.
“Amazing service for which I'm truly grateful”
Lauren has helped me through my third unfortunate legal experience in family matters, in a way that was simply exemplary! Her solid knowledge and confidence with family issues have immediately inspired me confidence. Her way of communication clear and simple greatly helped in relieving my doubts even when the news was not good on my side, at least we always had a clear plan and know how to act. I never had to wait to keep in contact with her whether emails or phone! Amazing service for which I'm truly grateful
“Lauren is clear about what needs doing”
Lauren is very good and I wish I went with my gut feeling from the start. Lauren is clear about what needs doing.
“Put me at ease”
Really helpful. Put me at ease. Felt very comfortable.
“Lauren was empathetic and warm”
My initial 30 mins gave me so much useful information to give me an indication of where to start. Lauren was empathetic and warm. This appointment was invaluable.
“I do not have the words to show you how much you have helped me”
I do not have the words to show you how much you have helped me through the last 5 months. You have gone above and beyond which made me feel listened to, supported and you gave me hope when I really needed this. You are a brilliant solicitor and I am so pleased you were mine. You watched my back and made me feel safer at a very vulnerable time in my life. This is priceless.
“I wish to thank Lauren Sadler”
I wish to thank Lauren Sadler and everyone that has helped me over the last 2 years. I’m sure my son thanks you too for helping us be a family. Fathers don’t get a very good deal in today’s society, but with your help we definitely made some noise.
“I would like to take this opportunity to thank you”
I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for making this difficult matter as easy as possible. Your compassion and clear explanations of what was need/happening/being done were very much appreciated.
“Really appreciate your kindness and time”
Thank you for all your help, support and advice to get my divorce across the line. Really appreciate your kindness and time
“Offers tailor-made solutions for any scenario”
Lauren is very experienced and helpful, down to earth family law solicitor. Offers tailor-made solutions for any scenario in both finance and children proceedings, highly recommended..
“Very generous”
Very generous with information and forthright.
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“Advice was given in a calm & assured manner”
Sebastian at Stowe is an outstanding practitioner of the law. He showed a keen interest in me and a genuine desire to help which made me feel valued and looked after. He was very proactive in dealing with my case and took time to explain the processes, expectations and goals. His advise was given in a calm and assured manner, born from years of experience and more importantly it was the correct advice, as it enabled to me to win my case. He was also supported by a very good legal secretary and a team who helped me plough through the endless red tape and bureaucracy. Thank you for all your help and hard work. Mark
“Quickly grasped what I wanted to achieve”
The process went very smoothly. I found Sebastian Burrows both professional and friendly, and he quickly grasped what I wanted to achieve. Sebastian was always available on the phone, despite the Covid pandemic, and emails were turned round quickly. Great service - thank you.
“Really friendly and approachable”
Sebastian at Stowe Family Law, is a credit to his company and to his profession. He is a very talented and knowledgeable person with a wealth of experience to back this up. He is really friendly and approachable and would highly recommend him.
“Would not hesitate to recommend him”
Having been instructed previously by Sebastian, I would not hesitate to recommend him for family law matters.
“A genuine guy you can trust”
I can't recommend Sebastian enough, he's thoroughly knowledgeable, professional, and a genuine guy you can trust.
“Ability to demonstrate empathy yet cut through to the real points”
Sebastian Burrows at Stowe Family law was an incredibly diligent and adept legal tactician in what could have been a much more difficult time. His knowledge and patience give him the ability to demonstrate empathy yet cut through to the real points and solve them in a swift and efficient manner. Having Sebastian representing you will ensure a beneficial outcome for all concerned.
“In safe hands the entire time”
Professional, highly knowledgeable and friendly approach - could not recommend Sebastian Burrows and Stowe enough. We felt well looked after and in safe hands the entire time.
“Highly knowledgeable, understanding and empathic”
Have received Exceptional service from Sebastian Burrows at Stowe Family Law. Cannot recommend him enough. Highly Knowledgeable, Understanding and empathic. Going above & beyond to ensure each client is fully informed and advised through every stage of divorce. Pure Quality and the best solicitor ,100%.
“Highly recommend Sebastian”
Stowe Family Law provides an excellent service, by confident, knowledgeable staff. I highly recommend Sebastian Burrows and his team.
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“Looked after me every step of the way ”
Looked after me every step of the way, would highly recommend to anyone! With a big thank you to Lisa Dawson
“Excellent service and communication”
Excellent service and communication. Highly satisfied with work done on my behalf
“Our whole family use them now”
Simple and brilliant for everything. Our whole family use them now
Fantastic firm of solicitors
Lovely caring and friendly service very helpful nothing is to much for them
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“Nothing was too much trouble”
I had cause to use Leonard Gray Solicitors for a acrimonious divorce and child contact case over a period of three years. During the most painful, stressful time of my life, Sarah Orrell was a huge help and gave me incredible support. I cannot recommend Sarah and Leonard Gray highly enough, no question went unanswered and nothing was too much trouble. Easily the most knowledgeable, approachable and caring solicitors out there.
“Delivered with care and compassion”
I can’t rate the support and advice more highly. A very professional service but delivered with care and compassion. I would recommend every time.
“Always friendly and helpful in all dealings”
Using Leonard Gray made all legal processes extremely easy. Always friendly and helpful in all dealings. Many thanks to Sarah for all her help over the past few years. Would definitely use them again if needed.
“Made sure everything was smoothly progressed”
Sarah Orrell was fantastic and really helped me through all my legal proceedings. She made sure everything was smoothly progressed and concluded as quickly as possible. All the staff were very friendly and helpful when visiting the office.
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I was recommended to Dee and I'm very grateful that I was. Dee is honest and extremely knowledgeable. I would recommend Dee to anyone.
“Was absolutely amazing”
I can highly recommend Dee from Spectrum Family Law. She handle my divorce and was absolutely amazing. She always answered enquiries promptly and gave 100% honest advice. I would have no problem in using her services again although, obviously I hope I never have to!!!
“Her level of knowledge was outstanding”
On behalf of my father in law: I cannot recommend Dee at Spectrum Family Law enough. Dee gave me really personalised service, I always felt well communicated with and she really is a specialist in her practice. Dee supported me step by step at all stages of my divorce. Despite the frustrations with the case, Dee remained professional, highly supportive, and reassuring. Her level of knowledge was outstanding, and I would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone who may be going through a tricky divorce. At times it seemed impossible, but her know-how and passionate approach proved that it was not impossible! I always felt that I was in safe hands and could trust her advice blindly. Highly recommended and thank you so much Dee for your continued support and patience, during a pandemic no less!
“First class guidance in every way”
Dee & Margaret are the best. You arrive at their office with a few letters from your ex wife or her solicitor, you share them and within a few minutes their calmness and professionalism just makes the whole scenario extremely manageable - first class guidance in every way. Highly recommended.
Excellent people that can cover your divorce needs. As Dee says the law for Spectrum is the same as for any firm in London so why not use Spectrum?
“Highly recommend”
A very efficient, friendly, responsive and competent service. I can highly recommend.
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“Recommend this service”
Good honest service @ a good price. Facility has good parking especially for disabled clients. Recommend this service
“I would highly recommend this firm”
Excellent service provided by a professional team. My query was quickly responded to and communication levels were exceptional. The legal process was explained clearly to me and I felt confident and at ease. I would highly recommend this firm of Solicitors.
“Professional”
Very professional and friendly and helpful
“Best solicitors in the county”
I have used Gepps for years. I highly recomend them to everyone. Best solicitors in the county.
“Professional to a fault”
I don't give 5 star reviews lightly, but Gepp Solicitors are excellent. Modern, smart (but not unwelcoming) premises and brilliant staff. Every interaction I had with 5 or 6 of their colleagues, wherever in person, by email or phone was courteous and professional. Responses to questions or issues were polite timely and accurate. They resolved two cases for me simultaneously, one of which was extremely difficult, and communicated with themselves to save me time and effort. On one occasion, I was met at the premises at 7.30 am because I couldn't make it in again until 4 days later. They actually came in early and opened up especially for me. Professional to a fault and not even that costly. I can't recommend them enough.
“First class solicitor”
Incredibly professional, would recommend to anyone who needs a first class solicitor.
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“Extremely supportive and understanding”
A wonderful team at Roger Brooker. I highly recommend Charlotte Perrin, a lovely lady who dealt with my divorce with empathy, professionalism and integrity. After an initial face to face meeting we then corresponded via email. Charlotte was always quick to respond and extremely supportive and understanding. I’ll always be grateful for her expertise in this field. Thank you Charlotte.
“She made me feel very at ease”
My first appointment with Roger Brooker solicitors was a little frightening but it did not last long when I was introduced to Charlotte Perrin who would be representing me. She immediately reassured me and I knew I had made the right choice. She made me feel very at ease and was extremely professional and saw me through the whole process to its conclusion. I cannot recommend a better solicitor even down to the receptionist who was so welcoming with each appointment. Thank you Roger Brooker.
Excellent services throughout my case, which ended with a great result. Special thanks to Charlotte for her professional support. Highly recommend Roger Brooker.
“Charlotte is very caring”
Outstanding service and support given by Charlotte at all times. Charlotte is very caring and listens to what you would like as an outcome. Charlotte advises how best to achieve the best outcome and is very supportive in a very stressful time. Highly recommend Charlotte for divorce proceedings. Outstanding solicitors and friendly and supportive staff all round.
“Would happily recommend their services”
Have used Roger Brooker for a number of years covering almost everything, from wills to a custody case to conveyancing. Would happily recommend their services.
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“I am extremely happy with the way things are progressing”
After dealing with another law firm for over 10 months and not really getting the service I was paying for, I then changed law firms to Sadler Cross. I am extremely happy with the way things are progressing and look forward to a continuing good relationship
“Anna has an amazing amount of knowledge”
Anna has been amazing throughout the whole process and was very clear, informative and professional. Anna has an amazing amount of knowledge in many areas and I will be using her again in the future if needed! I would also recommend the Sadler Cross Family Law firm to anyone in need of a family solicitor.
“I cannot thank you enough”
Thank you for everything, you have literally been amazing throughout this whole process and I cannot thank you enough
“You have made this process much more bearable”
I can’t tell you how much I have appreciated how easy it has been to work with you. You have made this process much more bearable than I thought.
“Anna instilled confidence in me”
Anna instilled confidence in me with her knowledge and professionalism
“Anna is fantastic and makes you feel completely at ease”
Anna is fantastic and makes you feel completely at ease. She is completely honest and explains things that are easy to understand.
“She is professional but warm and explains everything”
Anna is so lovely to deal with. She is professional but warm and explains everything in a way that’s very easy to understand.
“She is professional but warm and explains everything”
Anna is so lovely to deal with. She is professional but warm and explains everything in a way that’s very easy to understand.
“She listened and gave some great advice. Would highly recommend”
Anna was very friendly and put me totally at ease. She listened and gave some great advice. Would highly recommend
“She listened and gave some great advice. Would highly recommend”
I'm very happy with the way Anna is dealing with my case. I’m feeling a lot happier about where I stand legally and I'm confident Anna will get me a fair settlement.
“Very informative, professional yet friendly”
Anna was very informative, professional yet friendly and I would definitely recommend her.
“An incredible solicitor, nothing was an issue”
I just wanted to send you an email regarding the service I received from Mrs Anna Cross. From the first contact to the last, Anna has been excellent. Given the difficult and sensitive situation that I found myself in Anna made me feel at ease, relaxed and worry free - an incredible solicitor, nothing was an issue
“Very approachable, fast and efficient with communication and replies”
I had some pretty serious unfounded allegations put against me from my ex-wife and I started to panic but Anna already predicted this outcome and as soon as I spoke to her she was already in control and knew how to deal with the situation, put my mind at rest and I had no worry after. Every question I had she had the answer. Very approachable, fast and efficient with communication and replies. I would certainly, without any questions be recommending Anna to anyone who requires her services
“She was on top of every situation that arose”
Mrs Anna Cross was excellent from the start, she was on top of every situation that arose, fast and efficient on responses and very knowledgeable in every aspect she undertook for my case. Any issues, concerns and worry i had was put at rest as soon as i spoke or had contact with Mrs A Cross nothing was too much trouble and was available within a respectable time frame when required. Given my case was through a pandemic Mrs A Cross made a very difficult and sensitive situation hassle and stress free. Would highly recommend Mrs Anna Cross to anybody and if required in the future will have no hesitation to use again
“Ensured that my son and I are now set up for life”
I cannot thank Anna enough for what she has done - I really wouldn't have known what to do or where to start. Her compassion and understanding that day has changed my life forever, she was the first professional to believe me and give me hope and the confidence to leave. I will forever be grateful to her. She has advised me and ensured that my son and I are now set up for life, with me retaining my dignity and gaining a bucket load of self respect
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“Always felt in very safe hands”
Not sure where to start but they are brilliant... I initially spoke with Karen Farrow in July 2020 and in August I asked her to act on my behalf. I have to say throughout the not so pleasant process over 11 months she has been brilliant and I have always felt in very safe hands. She helped me with joint custody of my soon to be ex wife's and my 2 children, as well as agreeing a fair financial settlement out of court. I cannot recommend a family solicitor more highly than Karen. This then prompted me to instruct Catie Edwards to handle the purchase of a new property for myself and my children which came with a very tight deadline to get the purchase through before June 30th (stamp duty deadline), Catie managed it by the 28th of June, exchanging and completing in the same day... What can I say, they are brilliant also very fair in terms of costs and go out of their way to look after people... Anyone needing a brilliant family solicitor as well as a brilliant conveyancing solicitor look no further than Backhouse, you will always be in safe hands!
“I would definitely recommend”
Very friendly, reassuring and professional. We met with Karen, who was very helpful and was able to provide us with advice and options available regarding our particular issue. I would definitely recommend Blackhouse Solicitors.
Thank you Karen for giving me the advice I needed, I feel so much happier and a lot less stressed now.
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Amazingly kind and helpful considering I had an appointment elsewhere!
Fantastic service. I received thorough and timely advice throughout and would highly recommend Birketts.
“Explained everything in words I can understand”
A very inviting and friendly place, Birketts Chelmsford were very helpful and professional. The one who was dealing with my case explained everything in words I can understand and made me feel welcome to ask any questions I had afterward. Would highly recommend this place.
“Would recommend them”
A welcome change to find a professional and courteous practice. I would recommend them to anyone.
Very professional, but also approachable. Never make you feel insignificant.
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“Joshua eased me through the process, calmly & professionally”
My recent experience with Tees was faultless. I needed help with a very difficult financial matter following a break-up. Joshua eased me through the process, calmly and professionally despite the other solicitor going in all guns blazing. I had a positive outcome. I also believe that Joshua was mindful of my costs and advised waiting rather than action where that was more likely to move things on. It seems counter intuitive but it worked. I would definitely make Tees my first choice if I needed legal help.
“Joshua was excellent”
I recently used Joshua within the family law team, to provide me with the financial remedy order to support my divorce application. Joshua was excellent. He was responsive, professional and kind as well as clearly communicating about the process and what I needed to do. The communication piece in particular was excellent as I have used 2 other solicitor firms previously and found their approach sloppy resulting in extra costs and anxiety.
“Professional, helpful, friendly and wise”
I used Joshua Coombe and found his advice professional, helpful, friendly and wise. All this assisted my ex wife and I to reach a fair, amicable and sensible conclusion without incurring horrendous fees.
“He was very helpful”
I have recently used Joshua Coombe of Tees for a very difficult divorce. He was very helpful and his straightforward and professional advice was much appreciated. I did get the impression he was also trying to keep my costs under control. I am happy to recommend Tess and Joshua in particular.
“Calm, professional and clear advice provided”
I recently used Joshua Coombe to guide me through a difficult divorce. He was extremely knowledgeable, approachable and responsive to my needs. His calm, professional and clear advice provided much needed reassurance throughout the process. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him to others.
I recently used Joshua Coombe to guide me through a divorce. He was extremely knowledgeable and provided me with reassurance and support at a difficult time. Joshua was very approachable and gave excellent advice and made the whole process as painless as possible. I would definitely recommend him and his staff as they provided a thorough and professional service.
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Excellent service and reassurance. Thank you.
Great service. Helen was helpful, transparent and kept me updated throughout.
“Enabled us to make very difficult decisions”
Sarah Horseman provided excellent family mediation service at what was a very stressful time of life. She helped us make childcare arrangements in a professional, calm manner including help with a child with special needs. She referred us to to additional services that were helpful. We were able to do shuttle mediation in 2 separate rooms so we could make our voices heard and reduce the stress. She did not take sides and enabled us to make very difficult decisions and not avoid them. Highly recommend Fort Taylor. [Sarah is in Helen Kirkham's team].
“Very helpful, polite and also is great at breaking things down”
Very helpful, polite and also is great at breaking things down and explaining to you the processes if needed to would definitely use again
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“Nothing was too much trouble”
Karen Nicholson is a fantastic solicitor. She has made me feel at ease with my court case. Nothing was too much trouble for her, any questions were answered without a problem. I had faith in her from the start, her professionalism with getting everything ready for court. By arranging a barrister, she took the stress away from me. I would have no hesitation in recommending Karen to anyone, what an absolute star. Thank you so much Karen.
“Felt very protected”
Such kind caring service. We really felt very protected and totally certain that things had been done correctly.
Fantastic. Thorough, proactive, great communication. You're in safe hands!
Best solicitors around.
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“Brilliant service”
I thoroughly recommend Pinney Talfourd. I received brilliant service, quick responses to questions and good advice.
“Would highly recommend”
Hugely helpful and friendly firm would highly recommend.
“Polite and efficient”
Very flexible opening times including Saturdays. Very clear in their instructions. Polite and efficient.
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“Kam went above and beyond”
Thank you for all that you have done for me during the very hard time of getting separated and divorced. Kam went above and beyond the call of duty to be there for me and take away all of the stress and worries that I had over the mine field that is getting divorced. If I am ever in the need of her services for whatever reason again, I won’t hesitate to call and if anyone that I know is ever in need of a solicitor then I won’t hesitate to give them her contact details. Thanks again for everything that you have done for me and showing me the human, caring side of the legal profession. It was a pleasure dealing with you.
“Kam has always made me feel relaxed”
I cannot recommend Kam Patel highly enough, she is very thorough and professional in dealing with my divorce case, which after 4 years is still on going! But the end is here. She is also a very caring person and will always keep in close contact with updates on my case and explains everything in detail. This has been an emotional rollercoaster for me but Kam has always made me feel relaxed and I have every trust in her in getting the best possible results in the end. Her priority lies in giving her clients great legal advice. I also wanted to say her legal team when answering calls are extremely polite and professional too.
“Highly recommend working with Ms Patel”
I cannot thank Ms Patel and her team enough for sorting out my family dispute. I have never come across a law-firm who works as efficient and fast as Kayson Solicitors. I have received quick replies to my emails and queries and I have never had to chase them for updates. I highly recommend working with Ms Patel and I will definitely forward all my friends and family to Kayson Solicitors.
“Made a stressful process very clear and straightforward”
Kam and her team have been extremely helpful and professional the whole time. They made a stressful process very clear and straightforward. Really pleased with their service, and would definitely recommend them to friends who need help on similar matters! Thank you Kam and your team!
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“Immensely grateful to them for their prompt service”
Highly recommend these solicitors. They went out of their way to help me, speedily and efficiently. I'm immensely grateful to them for their prompt service.
“Knowledgeable and helpful professionals”
Excellent service, very knowledgeable and helpful professionals! I would not hesitate to recommend to everyone who does not want to compromise on quality! Definitely will use than again in future.
Excellent service. Very polite and efficient.
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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.
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