Blacks Solicitors LLP

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

• Georgina Beavis understood our issue and our needs from the outset, understood the complicated history, and gave a fair assessment of our options. The attention to detail was significantly high.
• Paul Sagar is who I rely on mostly. He is excellent with clients, has brilliant knowledge of the Code, is a great strategist, and is always available and honest with me even when it's not what I want to hear. Luke Maidens is excellent on the detail and the technical side of the Code. He explains complicated points extremely well. Scarlett Fox is one of the most responsive people I work with anywhere. She is practical, clear, and never makes me chase. Georgina Bevis is organized and reliable, on top of the day-to-day across multiple sites without being prompted.
• We have been very pleased with the service received from Blacks Solicitors LLP. The Property Litigation team provides clear, practical, and commercially focused advice, which is particularly valuable when dealing with time-sensitive or complex matters. They are responsive, approachable, and take time to understand the client’s objectives, rather than providing overly legalistic advice in isolation. A key strength of the team is their ability to explain risks, options, and recommended next steps in a clear and balanced way. Their advice is pragmatic and outcome-focused, which helps support informed decision-making. The team also works collaboratively with the client and provides good visibility of the process, likely outcomes, and any potential challenges. In comparison with other firms, Blacks stand out for their accessibility, responsiveness, and ability to provide advice that is both legally sound and commercially sensible. They provide confidence that matters are being handled properly while remaining easy to work with.
• The individuals we have worked with have stood out for their professionalism, responsiveness, and practical approach. They are approachable, clear in their communication, and able to explain legal issues in a way that is easy to understand and apply in a commercial context. We have particularly valued their ability to provide balanced advice, setting out both the legal position and the practical risks involved. They are proactive in moving matters forward and are good at identifying sensible options for resolution. Luke Maidens has been particularly helpful, providing clear advice, timely responses, and a calm, considered approach to managing the matter. Their support has given us confidence in the legal position and the steps being taken.
• The advice is clear and concise, breaking down complex concepts into simple, easy-to-understand advice.
• They are easy to talk to, give solid advice, and show care for the client.
• I work with both the transactional and litigation teams at Blacks on a regular basis. They are able to explain complex legal technicalities so as to be wholly understood by a non-legal person. They are clear, concise, and very efficient at reaching a positive outcome.
• Luke Maidens, Paul Sagar, and the team offer a fantastic service to their clients in the way they conduct themselves and the sound advice they offer when a matter reaches the litigation stages. They offer a professional and personal service that exceeds their clients' expectations. They are a pleasure to work with.
• Strong understanding of issues and clear guidance.
• Willingness to advise but also escalate or share with other partners with experience in the role. Very straightforward and easy to deal with.

Key clients

• AXA Investment Managers
• Glentrool Estates
• Gloucestershire NHS Foundation Trust
• Clarion Housing Group / Latimer
• Westfield Shopping Centres
• Northern Trust Limited
• Safestore Properties
• AP Wireless
• Evans Property Group
• Reward Capital Limited
• Harmony Energy Limited
• Crest Nicholson
• BOC Limited
• Dignity Funerals PLC
• Gap Group
• London Borough of Sutton Council
• Leeds University Union
• Harrogate Spring Water Limited
• LGH Hotel Group
• Guy’s & St Thomas’ NHS Trust

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Luke Maidens