‘The team were extremely knowledgeable and professional. They were very helpful in providing the information we needed to help in our decision making. They were approachable and always pleasant to deal with.’

‘What makes the team different is the balance of professionalism, warmth and reliability, which seems to be pitched at just the right level. Consequently, it is clear that the team really do care about their clients, and are able to deliver appropriate solutions.’

‘It is clear to me that Sally Ashford has carefully put together her private client team, and that she is an excellent leader who is respected and liked by them. It is also clear that she is a trusted adviser to her clients and genuinely cares about them. I have witnessed her skilfully overseeing complex situations with multiple stakeholders with varying degrees of financial experience and acumen.’

‘The vast experience of Sally Ashford gave us confidence in her advice which was open and frank. She appeared genuinely interested in our situation. We dealt with Will Dewey on a regular basis. He always delivered and was willing to help in any way he could which we really appreciated. He was extremely personable and a pleasure to work with.’

‘Natalie Butler seems to have the innate ability to be a consummate professional, whilst being pragmatic and empathetic. She explains situations and options clearly and sensibly, in a way that cuts out legalese and makes potentially difficult, and sensitive, issues seem far less overwhelming. Natalie worked with us rather than for us.’

‘Richard Honey has been very good during Covid, providing a high level of service and explaining complex matters to private clients in a measured and clear manner so that they are engaged in the process.’

‘Well informed and knowledgeable about their practice area, responsive, unstuffy, positive in their approach and offer good value for money.’

‘We work with Kate Arnold whose friendly and relaxed approach and ready availability enhances the delivery of her undoubted expertise.’

‘Paul Fairbairn is an excellent private client lawyer. Not only is he technically excellent, he’s responsive and he has a genuine empathy for clients.’

‘Partners Jessica Jamieson and Dominic Ribet have provided particularly helpful advice and a high quality of service. Jessica is highly experienced and knowledgeable on tax, wills, estates and trusts. Quick to understand and assess issues and suggest ways to address them. Agreed steps are dealt with efficiently and promptly. Excellent rapport with all of them.’

‘Cripps has a broad range of in house expertise and depth of resource at all levels able to advise on and deal with my relatively complex personal affairs. High quality, personal service led by partners. I can call on the firm’s other private wealth services as required.’

‘Accessible, well-resourced and probably more strength in depth than most of the Surrey/Sussex competition. Willing to think “tax”, which many firms just are not.’

‘The practice has been prompt and attentive to our needs throughout. They have proactively advised and guided us through the technical aspects of probate but have always been respectful and sensitive to the emotional side of the process.’

‘Always prompt in answering queries and initiating and following up action with the appropriate authorities. There is a range of partners so between them they can provide specialist knowledge in a wide range of legal areas.’

‘All the work that has been carried out for me, both personally and for the clients which I have introduced, has been handled in a first class and professional manner. In over 30 years there have been no problems, issues or negative comments.’

‘Lorna Fairbairn – extremely professional, helpful, informative and supportive.’

‘Kerry Young (Associate) is always available when I want her and is very good at replying to phone and email messages.’

‘Bryan Dean’s level of understanding, support and ability to make sure that the work is done correctly and on time is excellent. When needed he has involved colleagues but makes sure that the work is still transacted to his standards.’

‘Marian Merrit was very helpful, patient and good at explaining complicated legal documents to me and guiding me through the completion process. She was also very helpful and patient in explaining the same documents to my 91-year-old mother. I particularly valued her calmness, kindness and professionalism in the situation.’

‘They are able to articulate legal jargon in an easy to understand manner for the lay person. Their service is of high quality and their people are top class’

‘Caroline Shelton is technically proficient and goes out of her way to provide the best customer service. Her team give her good support.’

‘Caroline Shelton has been a consistent and valuable adviser and she goes out of her way to help my entire family. She also enables introduction to other experts and this is helpful in the continuity and connectivity.’

‘Friendliness and the ability to relate with my needs. Caroline Shelton is particularly good in this respect.’

‘Rose Macfarlane is an absolute professional, she is fast, knowledgable and an absolutely capable and kind human being. She combines extreme professional insight with kindness and efficiency. She has helped my family navigate heartbreaking negotiations with supreme skill and warmth. I fully trust her advice. She goes above and beyond at all times and I cannot recommend her more highly.’

‘Rose Macfarlane is a first class adviser on estate planning, wills and trusts and has advised me and my family for well over 10 years. She has a deep well of experience to draw on.’

‘Naomi Neville has great empathy with her clients and has the ability to simplify complex matters in a clear and concise manner. Highly accomplished and very personable and knowledgeable manner.’

‘I have a great relationship with Lucy Samy. I have no hesitation referring clients to Lucy. Lucy is very personable and explains things in a simple-to-understand manner for clients. Lucy is also great at bringing in specialists across Irwin Mitchell to address client needs and to ensure clients can benefit from cross-functional expertise where necessary.’

‘In brief – they ALWAYS perform outstandingly! I have never had to chase them, they are unique amongst all the solicitors I’ve employed in my 40-year-old business career!’

‘The best private client team outside the London practices. Really strong practitioners at all levels. It is not surprising that they attract the quality of clients and the quality of work they do – nothing is beyond them.’

‘The Private Client team based in Guildford is of exceptional quality, depth of expertise and availability. To us, it is the standout private client team in Guildford and surrounding areas.’

‘Penningtons Manches Cooper is a massive company with the depth of knowledge and experience that this brings, but the people who work there still provide a personal touch.’

‘A very experienced team, very knowledgeable in areas of Inheritance Tax and Probate. They operated within a structured methodology and took a detailed and logical approach to the task, which was exactly what was needed.’

‘Lucy Edwards has been exceptional with clients – delivering an excellent service, on a variety of different legal matters, within tight timeframes and always within budget.’

‘Very broad capabilities and diverse knowledge across the team. Very friendly and approachable and good communication skills.’

‘I have always found Cecilia Ward to be technically strong and able to advise on all relevant matters in her field. She has very strong people skills and communicates well. The ability to relate to people and inspire confidence is a reason I have returned back to Cecilia and also referred others to her.’

‘Incredibly competent both on UK domestic and cross border issues. More cost effective than central London so provides a good alternative for clients who do not need central London lawyers but need the same level of expertise and gravitas.’

‘The team is very knowledgeable, technical and produces advice of high quality, very detailed and accurate. I have worked with them for several years and they really have a tailor made approach to find out the best solution for their clients. The value for the work that they deliver is exceptional.’

‘Daryl Fox has advised us over many years, is always proactive and alerts us to IHT and will issues before they arise. She is quick to respond to queries and has worked very well with our US lawyers on many issues. Friendliness and being a good listener make her special.’

‘Rosie Todd has extensive experience with all kind of private client matters, which makes her perspective and insight very relevant.’

‘We work regularly with their private client team and have done for many years. They are efficient and highly responsive and provide an excellent level of customer service.’

‘Jenny Murphy showed great empathy and went above and beyond when assisting with my father’s estate. She ensured that probate was granted so we were able to complete the sale on his property in a timely manner exhibiting perseverance, strength, patience and knowledge.’

‘Claire Carberry was extremely understanding and helpful when it came to helping me revise my will. She was thorough and professional. And very prompt with her responses to my queries and situation.’

‘I find them fast and reliable, easy to make appointments at short notice and happy to accept correspondence dropped into the office anytime.’

‘I found Amanda Owen extremely competent at all times. I was very impressed with the quickness in response to emails and telephone calls. Amanda acted always with great confidence and I would not hesitate to ask her to represent me again if needed.’

‘Emily Wardrope has been excellent to date. Whilst having to deal with a cross border probate matter which is complicated enough she has also had to grapple with insolvency issues that she has taken easily in her stride.’

‘The team brings a level of knowledge and technical expertise that I have not experienced with other firms.’

‘This firm is a well-established practice and I regularly recommend them to clients who require advice on complex tax and trust matters, as well as estates with international elements.’

‘I deal regularly with David Chandra who is a strategic problem solver. He is personable and approachable.’

‘High level of seamless collaboration across the team with relevant specialists.’

‘I think the leadership is an important factor in making the team so successful. I like the fact they keep their word and are easily contactable.’

‘Brian Tan has been reassuring and sympathetic in dealing with my father’s estate which included a trust. He has been most supportive and his knowledge has meant there have been no problems or delays on his part to bring this to a conclusion. The team has given a very good service, which in my opinion shows Brian is a good leader and manager. I would have no hesitation in recommending him to friends.’

‘I do feel that this diverse and cohesive team has real strength in breadth and depth, comprising a number of very talented lawyers led by top partners in the industry.’

‘The team are very professional, friendly and approachable.’

‘Tim Adams is approachable and provides high levels of client service.’

‘Very sound, able and sympathetic lawyers.’

‘City service at regional rates. Helpful, friendly and willing to go that extra mile to help when needed.’

‘Very trustworthy, knowledgeable and empathetic.’

‘Calm friendly people. Billing clearly declared before any work carried out. Ease of use of technology, business conducted equally well online or face to face. Strong collaboration between overlapping departments. Charming.’

‘Great breadth of knowledge and experience, akin to many London practices without the same level of fees.’

‘Bruce Clarke, whilst delivering technical legal advice, has a very practical approach to the client circumstances to ensure that advice can be easily implemented and the client can move forward.’

‘Ian Best – Stand out partner. Calm, caring, friendly, very professional and thoroughly knowledgeable.’

‘Great team, lots of different personalities and backgrounds. Such a pleasure to work with as always. Impeccable service that you cannot find anywhere else.’

‘Excellent knowledge and understanding of issues. Efficient and helpful at all times.’

‘Charlotte Woods is absolutely fantastic. Her level of professionalism and knowledge is the best out there I have come across. She is a credit to her profession.’

‘I find HC to be a responsive and professional firm. It strikes me that their clients will find a safe pair of hands.’

‘Robert Knight provides a great service to clients in the Chichester area and further afield.’

‘Robert Knight is a first-rate private client lawyer – his attention to detail and bedside manner mean that he provides a great service to clients.’