‘The team are great and responsive on all aspects of the work we do together. They provide advice regarding a family trust and the wider estate planning for the client.’

‘I work with Christopher Eriksson-Lee and Justine Sloover and both are efficient, knowledgeable and diligent in their work. They are also really nice people and approachable which is important to me.’

‘Brachers has the personal touch, listening carefully to clients’ needs in a friendly, sensitive and helpful manner. It has a wealth of experience, gathered over many decades, and is highly regarded by its local clients in Kent. Such loyalty from locals is reassuring.’

‘We have found the team to be extremely empathetic, enabling them to understand and advise us in a sensible and pragmatic way that suits our needs. They are also unerringly professional and we have complete confidence in their knowledge and ability. Nothing is too much trouble for them, from chatting over our concerns to producing the necessary documents. The practice appears well managed, documents are clear and everything is done in a timely fashion.’

‘Natalie Butler is incredibly helpful and seems to understand exactly what we need. She explains processes clearly and succinctly. It is Natalie’s innate friendliness, patience and understanding that make her so very easy to deal with. Richard Honey provides responsive and practical support.’

‘Discussing wealth and estate planning requires mutual trust, discretion, and a personable approach. The team that Sally Ashford has built around her are highly skilled, professional, dynamic and have the capacity to tailor your personal wishes and translate them into legal constructs. This is a multidisciplinary team and related matters can be dealt with in-house. Multiple generations of a family can be advised with mutually beneficial structures, trusts and inheritance planning woven in. This team at CRS will cater to individual needs and wishes, expertly.’

‘The team are very user friendly and great to have on your side. Paul Fairbairn in particular is a pleasure to work with and very practical in his approach.’

‘The team at Cripps are professional, extremely competent and practical.’

‘Technically strong, but practical and good communicators.’

‘Our legal experience with the private client team at DMH Stallard LLP involved assistance and advice in reviewing old wills and LPAs and the preparation of new ones. The main strengths of DMH Stallard are their approachability and friendliness, the firm’s clarity in setting out the engagement and summary of what is involved plus timeline, the effective preparation of new (and revisions to old) legal documents in very clear, modern and succinct English and the effective and timely preparation and completion of new Wills and LPAs. Communication throughout the engagement was excellent.’

‘The team are professional, experienced, and efficient. They are fully up to date with the latest thinking and practice and are friendly and supportive of the client. Lorna Fairbairn stands out as a very professional, capable and experienced solicitor. She is friendly and forward-looking.’

‘Fantastic team who all are extremely knowledgeable in their respective areas. The quality of advice that they have offered to my clients has been exceptional but equally their people skills are very good. They can advise both other professionals but also those who are not as familiar with legal matters.’

‘Clear, concise, readily understandable advice is delivered promptly and efficiently by the team. Caroline Shelton is exceptionally good in terms of both expertise and responsiveness. She is a real pleasure to work with.’

‘The team is extremely hands on and responsive. They take pride in their work and in their dealings with clients. They are extremely savvy too. Lucy Samy is very dependable and easy to work with. She is extremely knowledgeable. Her response time is superb. She is a steady pair of hands and is very reassuring in her demeanour and manner of dealing. She goes out of the way to ensure the client’s needs are attended to.’

‘A brilliant team who really think about their clients and their circumstances. The team offers great technical flair for spotting opportunities that others would miss.’

‘The team offers professionalism and knowledge. They have expertise in the areas of probate and empathy during what can be a very difficult time for the client. They maintained high levels of communication throughout, were always good at explaining in detail any complicated matters and were willing to adapt their practices to support my needs.’

‘Liz Cardy demonstrates empathy, professionalism, pragmatism and expertise. Hannah Gearey shows professionalism. Olivia Hodgson pays attention to detail and is professional and empathetic.’

‘Elizabeth Nicholas has excellent knowledge of trust law. She is innovative where problems arise and extremely practical. She shows patience and care with difficult issues and is quick to point out any potential problems that could arise. She makes clients feel that their concerns are safe in her hands and that all aspects of their matters are being considered. Elizabeth is highly recommended.’

‘James Hardaker – fabulous solicitor. Very knowledgeable indeed. Excellent knowledge and good collaborative approach.’

‘Rosie Todd – I’ve recommended her to clients for years now, and when I needed advice myself, I went straight to her. And she’s been absolutely superb. Calm, knowledgeable and very easy to deal with.’

‘Excellent quality of advice, delivered thoughtfully and with a real feel for what is important. Absolutely top drawer.’

‘I find the people I deal with are knowledgeable, wise and efficient.’

‘A very professional team with an empathetic approach, they make you feel relaxed, and you trust that they are fully focused on you and what is right for you. They provide an extremely knowledgeable and professional service.’

‘Helen Stewart is professional, approachable and completely reassures you so that you know that she has your best interests at heart. She keeps me updated with any new information.’

‘The personal service at this practice is outstanding. All questions are managed at speed and the delivery of answers are easy to understand. The communication is always effective. The whole team clearly works as one with a keen eye for detail. They are clearly at the top of their game, delivering an outstanding customer experience every time. They also support the local community.’

‘Jenny Murphy has looked after us on many occasions over a number of years and always delivers outstanding service. Her attention to detail is outstanding as is the empathy and understanding. When faced with complicated situations, Jenny delivers a clear solution.’

‘Over many years, and various complex legal problems, every partner we have dealt with has been exceptionally knowledgeable, patient and kind.’

‘The whole team are always attentive and helpful in every situation. I wouldn’t recommend anyone else. I mainly deal with David Chandra and I must say it’s so refreshing dealing with someone who’s so passionate in delivering the very top service to the people that he cares for all whilst loving what he does.’

‘The team’s expertise and technical knowledge in relation to cross-border estates is unparalleled. Brian Tan is technically superb in tax matters and offshore estates. He is approachable and engaging.’

‘The solicitors in this team are very professional, efficient, and friendly. I worked with Brian Tan and Peter Taylor. They offer a very good service and of all the practices I have tried, I think this one is the best.’ 

‘The ability of the individual solicitor Camilla Bishop, her technical knowledge and the way it is presented to clients makes Camilla outstanding. Additionally, Camilla has the support of a network of solicitors with Keystone and that adds a layer comfort for me.’

‘Camilla Bishop is technically strong but manages to simplify matters and convey these to clients in a friendly and helpful style and without talking down to them.’

‘Robert Knight is an excellent private client specialist.’

‘I live overseas but was the sole executor for my mother’s estate. Following a recommendation from a UK relative I sought out Moore Barlow. They did an excellent job and were very transparent throughout.’

‘Moore Barlow LLP’s private client department offers London quality advice without the premium of London prices. The breadth of work undertaken by them is wide and of very high quality. They are able to steer their clients through difficulties with ease.’

‘Ian Best has looked after us for many years now. We have worked through inheritance tax issues, house gifting, wills, powers of attorney and have at all times been met with friendly, supportive, in-depth, knowledgeable support and guidance. Ian is an exceptional asset to the company.’

‘Individual personal service is offered.’

‘Max Wright has in-depth knowledge of personal legal affairs helping with wills, powers of attorney and inheritance tax planning.’

‘Kieran Bowe is prepared, competent and up-to-date as well as excellent on a personal level.’

‘An excellent team with some standout and highly talented individuals that work together to give a great strength to the client offering. Kieran Bowe is extremely knowledgeable, highly practical and incredibly pleasant to deal with. He is a delight to work with.’

‘Strong and experienced team with a good blend of expertise and empathy. They have the ability to understand individual and family dynamics and accordingly frame advice and planning within this context.’

‘Knowledgeable, organised, very competent and easy to work with.’

‘Anthony Macey has a good manner with clients and a good understanding of the issues and pressures affecting them.’

‘All the solicitors at Thackray Williams are incredibly knowledgeable, personable and conscientious. They always put the client first and provide a first-class service. I have referred clients to Thackray Williams for many years and the feedback has always been incredibly positive. Their client communication is second to none and I would be happy to refer my clients to any of the solicitors at Thackray Williams, assured that the knowledge that they would be provided with is first class.’

‘We were very satisfied with the performance of the firm’s probate and personal tax departments. The solicitor with whom we dealt on probate matters was always efficient and courteous, making us feel that we had his full attention and understanding. All our contacts were with a managing associate, and he was excellent.’

‘TWM offer a friendly professional service. All team members are well informed, capable and often able to deal with your query.’

‘David Lunn is efficient, speedy, offers excellent advice and guidance based on what he feels is in the client’s best interest.’

‘Charlotte Nock is a standout partner in the firm. Her deep understanding of wills and probate law, combined with her exceptional communication skills, make her an invaluable asset to her clients. She takes the time to explain complex legal concepts in a way that is easy to understand, and her unwavering commitment to her clients’ interests has earned her a loyal following.’

‘Girlings’ wills and probate service is a unique practice that stands out from other firms in several ways. Firstly, the team at Girlings is highly experienced and knowledgeable, with a wealth of expertise in wills and probate law. They are also committed to providing a personalised service to each of their clients, taking the time to understand their needs and tailor their advice accordingly. One of the key strengths of Girlings is their approach to collaboration. The team works closely together to ensure that clients receive the best possible service, and they are always happy to refer clients to other departments within the firm if necessary. This collaborative approach means that clients benefit from a comprehensive and holistic service that meets all of their legal needs.’

‘Approachability, friendliness and patience from the minute you either phone, email or enter the premises. Lesley Rushton is superb and has a wealth of knowledge and experience, but also a knack of explaining things in a clear and accessible way. She gives you time to digest information and consider options and does not put you under pressure to make decisions until you are comfortable.’

‘Herrington Carmichael offers a wealth of knowledge and experience through each of their team members individually but also as a collective. Their service is exceptional and they have always been able to provide fantastic outcomes. I’ve always felt hugely confident and comfortable with any interactions they’ve had with my clients. When concerning matters such as wills, LPAs and trusts, I have found no better service out there. What they do is by far better than any other practice.’

‘I have always felt confident working with them from their delivery and service standards. I’ve never had a query or client outcome that has not been satisfactorily dealt with by any of the individuals whom I’ve had the pleasure of being in contact with. Charlotte Woods has such a great way with clients and a fantastic way of being able to easily identify and understand their needs. Graeme Black has such a wealth of knowledge and can offer this in such a way that client’s find it easy to understand.’

‘The team has a wide range of knowledge which means that you know an answer will always be looked at from a 360 degree perspective. The size of the team means there is also a variety of clients they are dealing with and ultimately help us with.’

‘The partner I have dealt with, Jess Buttaci, displays great depth of knowledge on the subject, takes a holistic view and shows proactivity where appropriate and liaises with client advisers/accountants where relevant. This results in a more complete satisfactory outcome. Jess Buttaci brings unique qualities and is the standout lawyer in the practice.’

‘Howell Jones’ team stands head and shoulders above the rest. My Initial meeting with Jess Buttaci and Hadiha Waheed was very warm, informative and clear. The team strength and efficiency was amply demonstrated by the way Hadiha dealt with all queries and follow-ups. Hadiha and team were very much hands on, keeping me updated at every stage. Hadiha was thorough, very familiar with the process and often pointed out alternative and simpler routes to achieve the end goals.’

‘The team is very friendly and welcoming. They show complete professionalism and instill confidence in their clients, which is very important since often the matters being dealt with are those that seldom crop up in normal life.’

‘I refer individuals to Mayo Wynne Baxter’s private client non-contentious team because I know them to be capable and trustworthy.’

‘Jessica Partridge is definitely one to watch. She is excellent with clients and comes up with pragmatic and technically sound solutions. Fiona Dodd’s straight talker, no nonsense approach makes her an ideal candidate to act as a replacement independent administrator of an estate where there is a background of a dispute between beneficiaries and/or previous executors.’

‘They have all bases covered. Although a large team, with a huge amount of expertise, it feels like you are dealing with a small company.’

‘It is a very efficient practice and revamped my will for me. I worked with Sarah Sarwar.’

‘We have always received a professional, courteous and friendly service often in matters which can be quite difficult. Sarah Sarwar has dealt with our family’s affairs for around a decade and we find her very knowledgeable in her field. Sarah is approachable, honest and trustworthy. She is very personable with a calm demeanour and measured in all of her advice. Dealing with affairs that can be quite stressful, Sarah dissects the process in a logical manner which enables good and structured management. Sarah is no doubt an asset to the company and industry. I have also recommended Sarah to friends and family.’

‘Mid-sized team with a mixed portfolio of clients. Very committed to the client and motivated to deliver outstanding client service.’

‘Renaissance is a leader in its field and has expanded over time. The high level of knowledge, professionalism and care which is provided is exceptional. Each branch of the firm work closely together and this makes the team as a whole very cohesive in how they work with clients.’

‘Philip Warford truly is an outstanding lawyer. It is very rare to find someone with all the qualities he has. He is highly professional, discreet, and exceptionally empathetic and incredibly knowledgeable in his field. You feel you are in very safe and knowledgeable hands with him and having him advocating for you provides a reassurance which is immeasurable. He is very easy to talk to and approach with any issue and also can refer to services out of his field which relate to the needs of families. He is passionate about making a difference not only to individual families, but to the disabled community as a whole. I cannot recommend him highly enough.’

‘Really excellent specialist knowledge and a wide network of links to other professionals to help you safeguard the future of your disabled child.’

‘Warners has a good team, covering all the different fields. I have never had anything other than good, well-informed and helpful advice from them. The team offers a personal service, is prompt and knowledgeable, and has a professional attitude. They are quick to understand personal requirements and advise accordingly.’

‘A hugely impressive private client practice that is very client focused and responsive. Gail Hall is a stand-out talent, she is extremely bright, has a great reputation in the market and has become a go-to adviser for me on private client matters. I cannot speak highly enough of her.’

‘A very professional service. They are caring and thoughtful towards clients and explained the issues and options clearly. Fiona Taylor was kind and professional in her work with my family after my father’s death. She was readily available and managed complicated family dynamics in a sensitive way.’