Solicitor at Helios Legal Services Limited

Sarah Palmer

Solicitor - Solicitor

SRA ID: 370988

Sarah is a Senior Solicitor in the Private Client Department. She has been with Bailey Smailes since 2002 and has over 35 years’ experience working at various firms around the globe. After studying Law at the University College London (UCL), Sarah trained as a Barrister at the Inns School Court of Law, London (now part of The City Law School). She then trained as a Solicitor and completed her Batchelor of Law Degree at the University of Sydney, Australia. Sarah qualified as a Solicitor in New South Wales in 1996, and as a Solicitor in England and Wales in 2003, allowing her to practice in both jurisdictions. Sarah’s expertise has been further enhanced by working in a number of roles around the world, including locations such as Tokyo, Hong Kong, Australia and London. She can assist with all matters relating to Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Probate, Tax Planning, and Court of Protection matters, in addition to Residential Freehold/Leasehold Sales and Purchases.

38 Huddersfield Road, HD9 2JW

Licensed for 21 years

Practice Areas

Wills, Trusts & Probate, Housing & Property

4.8/5 37 Client Reviews 37
  • Wills, Trusts & Probate 96%
  • Housing & Property 4%
37 Client Reviews

4.8/5

Overall experience

  • Value For Money
  • Communication
  • Initial Impressions
  • Approachability
  • Documentation Accuracy
  • Legal knowledge

Reviews summary

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    34
  • Very Good
    3
  • Average
    0
  • Poor
    0
  • Awful
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October 09, 2024 20241009114455

Execution of Will ( Update )

5

From start to completion the whole exercise was carried out smoothly and in a timely manner.
The solicitor who carried out our wishes was both friendly and professional and advised us where necessary.

Lawyer named in this review: Sarah Palmer

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Susan Brant
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October 09, 2024 20241009113431

Amendment to Last Will and Testament

5

Very easy to make an appointment with the relevant solicitor.
Sarah Solicitor was professional and very helpful regarding my wishes. Discussed in length.
I have no hesitation in recommending Bailey Smailes Solicitors.
Approachable, Friendly, professional.

Lawyer named in this review: Sarah Palmer

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October 09, 2024 20241009112428

Will

4

Friendly & Professional

Lawyer named in this review: Sarah Palmer

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Carol O'Hara
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August 29, 2024 20240829123105

Excellent Legal Services

5

A very good, competent, knowledgeable and friendly legal service. Would definitely use again and recommend to others as as also very fairly priced. Many Thanks

Lawyer named in this review: Sarah Palmer

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Phiip and Sandra Jay
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July 19, 2024 20240719150334

Excellent Service

5

Many thanks to Bailey Smailes Holmfirth. The whole process of writing our Wills was very straight forward, professional and efficient experience with Sarah Palmer.
We would highly recommend Bailey Smailes and especially Sarah to anyone looking to write their will.

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July 18, 2024 20240718120525

LPA's & Will

5

The team at Bailey Smailes made such a refreshing change from my usual Solicitors.
Friendly, Accessible approachable and very professional.
I cat thank Sarah enough for her knowledge and empathetic approach

Lawyer named in this review: Sarah Palmer

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July 17, 2024 20240717165211

Wills & Deeds amendment

5

Found Sarah very approachable previously. After a few years it was like meeting a friend who you hadn't seen for a while. Friendly, efficient and a sense of humour, like all the staff I have met at Bailey Smailes.

Lawyer named in this review: Sarah Palmer

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Michelle McGrath
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July 17, 2024 20240717164746

Power of Attorney

5

Sarah was very professional & friendly. She explained everything so it was easy to understand. I would definitely use Sarah again if the need arose

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July 17, 2024 20240717164458

Preparation and Execution of two Wills

5

Wholly satisfied with the legal process

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Friendly service

5

Super friendly service from start to finish. I was prioritised due to my current situation and had my will turned around in a very short time. Very knowledgeable sound advice also provided. I would recommend this solicitor to anyone and would use again if ever required.

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About Sarah Palmer

Sarah is a Senior Solicitor in the Private Client Department. She has been with Bailey Smailes since 2002 and has over 35 years’ experience working at various firms around the globe. After studying Law at the University College London (UCL), Sarah trained as a Barrister at the Inns School Court of Law, London (now part of The City Law School). She then trained as a Solicitor and completed her Batchelor of Law Degree at the University of Sydney, Australia. Sarah qualified as a Solicitor in New South Wales in 1996, and as a Solicitor in England and Wales in 2003, allowing her to practice in both jurisdictions. Sarah’s expertise has been further enhanced by working in a number of roles around the world, including locations such as Tokyo, Hong Kong, Australia and London. She can assist with all matters relating to Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Probate, Tax Planning, and Court of Protection matters, in addition to Residential Freehold/Leasehold Sales and Purchases.

Languages Spoken: English

Contact Sarah Palmer

Address

Helios Legal Services Limited

38 Huddersfield Road

HD9 2JW



Phone 01484 435543

Website

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LICENSE

Country

Status

Acquired

Updated

United Kingdom

Currently Registered

15/01/03

23/11/21

We found no instances of professional misconduct for this solicitor

WORK EXPERIENCE

Title

Name

Duration

Solicitor

Bailey Smailes

2003-present