Solicitor at Walker Foster Limited

Stuart Rowland

Solicitor - Solicitor/Director

SRA ID: 369395

Stuart joined Walker Foster straight from school in 1982. He trained as a Legal Executive and progressed to Solicitor in 2005 when in the same year he became a partner in the firm. Stuart specialises in both residential conveyancing and private client matters. He has extensive knowledge of all issues in these areas including agricultural and business elements and is expert on inheritance tax planning. Over the years he has headed and grown both departments before handing over the reins to younger talent within the firm! He initially worked from our Barnoldswick office where he was trained by Brian Walker, one of our founding solicitors. He opened our Silsden office in 2000 and has grown that office from a single lawyer office to what is now a four-lawyer office. He is familiar with the town’s local people and businesses. He is well connected and respected in Silsden and across much of the Aire Valley and has established strong relationships with many local estate agents, financial advisors and other local businesses. Community is important to Stuart, and he proudly supports a number of local charities and community projects, which often includes providing free legal advice and assistance where this is deserved. Outside of the office Stuart enjoys spending time with his (long suffering) wife, their two children and six grandchildren. He loves travelling to far away places. He runs, regularly but slowly, to balance his liking for good food and has supported Liverpool FC since childhood. He has fond memories of standing and chanting in the Kop End terrace well before ‘seat only’ stadiums. He admits to disliking any team followed by any other director for the firm! He likes classic cars but is no mechanic!

63 Kirkgate, Silsden, Keighley, West Yorkshire, BD20 0PB

Licensed for 19 years

Practice Areas

Wills, Trusts & Probate, Housing & Property

5.0/5 41 Client Reviews 41
  • Wills, Trusts & Probate 15%
  • Family Law 5%
  • Commercial Property 5%
  • Housing & Property 75%
41 Client Reviews

5.0/5

Overall experience

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

Reviews summary

  • Excellent
    41
  • Very Good
    0
  • Average
    0
  • Poor
    0
  • Awful
    0

Review sources

Anonymous
Click to rate
Anonymous
Verified Anonymous Added 1 week ago Report to admin
Collected whilst working at Walker Foster Limited
January 09, 2025 20250109103247

House Purchase

5

Professional and updated me regularly with the progress. I had direct contact with the solicitor on request and the outcome was achieved quickly. I was giving timely responses to all enquiries, would definitely recommend and use again.

Lawyer named in this review: Stuart Rowland

A representative from Walker Foster Limited responded to this review on 13 January, 2025

Thank you for your positive feedback! We’re so glad to hear that you received regular updates and had direct contact with your solicitor when needed. It’s great to know the process was quick and efficient, with timely responses to all inquiries. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we’d be happy to assist you again in the future!

Was this review helpful? Yes

Anonymous
Verified Anonymous Added 3 weeks ago Report to admin
Collected whilst working at Walker Foster Limited
December 24, 2024 20241224063156

Above and beyond

5

Stuart and Lily are a fantastic team who go above and beyond to help. They made the whole process seem easy and pushed through every hurdle to ensure a smooth and fast completion, always keeping me fully informed. I would highly recommend them.

Lawyer named in this review: Stuart Rowland

A representative from Walker Foster Limited responded to this review on 08 January, 2025

Thank you for your fantastic feedback! We're so pleased to hear that Stuart and Lily provided you with such great service and made the process smooth and stress-free. Your recommendation means a lot to us!

Was this review helpful? Yes

Alison
Verified Alison Added 1 month ago Report to admin
Collected whilst working at Walker Foster Limited
December 10, 2024 20241210145512

House sale and purchase

5

Everything went smoothly with our solicitors, from start to finish. They helped up through the process and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them.

Lawyer named in this review: Stuart Rowland

A representative from Walker Foster Limited responded to this review on 12 December, 2024

Dear Alison, Thank you for your kind words! We're glad to hear everything went smoothly, and we appreciate your recommendation of Stuart's services during your recent house purchase. Best regards, Walker Foster Limited

Was this review helpful? Yes

Anonymous
Verified Anonymous Added 1 month ago Report to admin
Collected whilst working at Walker Foster Limited
December 03, 2024 20241203090704

House sale

5

Easy to deal with. Very efficient. Got the work done in good time.

Lawyer named in this review: Stuart Rowland

A representative from Walker Foster Limited responded to this review on 05 December, 2024

Thank you for your feedback! We're glad to hear you found the service provided by Stuart to be efficient and timely.

Was this review helpful? Yes

Susan Lynn
Verified Susan Lynn Added 1 month ago Report to admin
Collected whilst working at Walker Foster Limited
November 26, 2024 20241126100447

Great service

5

Great service from professionals who keep you informed.

Lawyer named in this review: Stuart Rowland

A representative from Walker Foster Limited responded to this review on 28 November, 2024

Dear Susan, Thank you for your kind words. We're pleased you appreciated Stuart's service and communication. It was a pleasure to assist you. Best regards, Walker Foster Limited

Was this review helpful? Yes

Susan
Susan Added 2 months ago Report to admin
Collected whilst working at Walker Foster Limited
November 21, 2024 20241121170654

Fantastic service

5

Lily and Stuart work incredibly hard to offer a professional and efficient service from the Silsden office. They always communicate calmly and professionally, as needed, in a friendly manner.

Lawyer named in this review: Stuart Rowland

A representative from Walker Foster Limited responded to this review on 25 November, 2024

Thank you for your kind words, Susan. We're thrilled to hear that Lily and Stuart provided professional, efficient, and friendly service. We truly appreciate your feedback.

Was this review helpful? Yes

Anonymous
Verified Anonymous Added 2 months ago Report to admin
Collected whilst working at Walker Foster Limited
November 18, 2024 20241118092602

Will writing service.

5

Fast, efficient and professional.
Thanks.

Lawyer named in this review: Stuart Rowland

A representative from Walker Foster Limited responded to this review on 20 November, 2024

Thank you for your feedback! We are glad to hear you had a fast and efficient experience. Stuart will be pleased to know you appreciated his professionalism!

Was this review helpful? Yes

Shevaun Anna
Verified Shevaun Anna Added 2 months ago Report to admin
Collected whilst working at Walker Foster Limited
November 13, 2024 20241113210022

Organising my will

5

Very professional advice and explained everything really well and answered all my questions so I understood the process.

Lawyer named in this review: Stuart Rowland

A representative from Walker Foster Limited responded to this review on 18 November, 2024

Thank you for your feedback Shevaun! We are pleased to hear Stuart provided clear, professional advice and helped you understand the process.

Was this review helpful? Yes

Volker
Verified Volker Added 2 months ago Report to admin
Collected whilst working at Walker Foster Limited
November 12, 2024 20241112130112

Job well done

5

I’m from Germany (foreign investor). It’s now the fourth time Stuart Rowland and Lily Holmes assisted me in purchasing a UK property. Very smooth operation - job well done!

Lawyer named in this review: Stuart Rowland

A representative from Walker Foster Limited responded to this review on 14 November, 2024

Thank you, Volker! We’re thrilled to hear that Stuart and Lily were able to assist you once again with your property purchase. We look forward to working with you on future transactions!

Was this review helpful? Yes

Craig Andrew
Verified Craig Andrew Added 2 months ago Report to admin
Collected whilst working at Walker Foster Limited
October 31, 2024 20241031213900

Dealt with parents estate

5

Stuart and Lily took all the pressure off me at a difficult time … Very professional in everything they did and would highly recommend

Lawyer named in this review: Stuart Rowland

A representative from Walker Foster Limited responded to this review on 04 November, 2024

Thank you, Craig! We're glad to hear that Stuart and Lily were able to support you during a challenging time. Thank you for your trust!

Was this review helpful? Yes

Reviews collected on

Elizabeth
Elizabeth Added 10 months ago Report to admin
Collected whilst working at Walker Foster Limited
March 04, 2024
Collected on
20240304075833

Elizabeth

5

Fantastic work from Stuart and Lily in both our house sale and purchase. Really efficient and great attention to detail.

Lawyer named in this review: Stuart Rowland

A representative from Walker Foster Limited responded to this review on 08 March, 2024

Dear Elizabeth, Thank you for your feedback! We're delighted to hear that Stuart and Lily provided fantastic work during your house sale and purchase, with great attention to detail and efficiency. Please feel free to reach out if you need anything further. Best regards, Walker Foster Limited

Was this review helpful? Yes

Katherine
Katherine Added 1 year ago Report to admin
Collected whilst working at Walker Foster Limited
October 08, 2023
Collected on
20231008160741

Katherine

5

Stuart has been really helpful advising me on a Will Trust and I am happy to recommend him based on my experience.

Lawyer named in this review: Stuart Rowland

Was this review helpful? Yes

Michael
Michael Added 1 year ago Report to admin
Collected whilst working at Walker Foster Limited
May 22, 2023
Collected on
20230522171752

Michael

5

Excellent service from Stuart Rowland and the company as a whole. Went above and beyond to make our house experience stress free!!

Lawyer named in this review: Stuart Rowland

Was this review helpful? Yes

Offroad
Offroad Added 1 year ago Report to admin
Collected whilst working at Walker Foster Limited
April 01, 2023
Collected on
20230401170013

Offroad

5

Excellent service as always, great communication with lily and Stuart through out the sale
Highley Recommended 👍

Lawyer named in this review: Stuart Rowland

Was this review helpful? Yes

Jim
Jim Added 1 year ago Report to admin
Collected whilst working at Walker Foster Limited
February 09, 2023
Collected on
20230209165844

Jim

5

Walker Foster have recently completed Powers of Attorney for my wife and I. It was straightforward although the Office of the Public Guardian took some time to process the registrations ! WF were, as always, efficient and a big thank you to Stuart and Lily for sorting it out for us.

Jim Robinson.

Lawyer named in this review: Stuart Rowland

A representative from Walker Foster Limited responded to this review on 19 September, 2023

Thank you for your kind review.

Was this review helpful? Yes

About Stuart Rowland

Stuart joined Walker Foster straight from school in 1982. He trained as a Legal Executive and progressed to Solicitor in 2005 when in the same year he became a partner in the firm. Stuart specialises in both residential conveyancing and private client matters. He has extensive knowledge of all issues in these areas including agricultural and business elements and is expert on inheritance tax planning. Over the years he has headed and grown both departments before handing over the reins to younger talent within the firm! He initially worked from our Barnoldswick office where he was trained by Brian Walker, one of our founding solicitors. He opened our Silsden office in 2000 and has grown that office from a single lawyer office to what is now a four-lawyer office. He is familiar with the town’s local people and businesses. He is well connected and respected in Silsden and across much of the Aire Valley and has established strong relationships with many local estate agents, financial advisors and other local businesses. Community is important to Stuart, and he proudly supports a number of local charities and community projects, which often includes providing free legal advice and assistance where this is deserved. Outside of the office Stuart enjoys spending time with his (long suffering) wife, their two children and six grandchildren. He loves travelling to far away places. He runs, regularly but slowly, to balance his liking for good food and has supported Liverpool FC since childhood. He has fond memories of standing and chanting in the Kop End terrace well before ‘seat only’ stadiums. He admits to disliking any team followed by any other director for the firm! He likes classic cars but is no mechanic!

Languages Spoken: English

Contact Stuart Rowland

Address

Walker Foster Limited

63 Kirkgate

Silsden

Keighley

West Yorkshire

BD20 0PB



Phone 01535 656000

Website

Resume

LICENSE

Country

Status

Acquired

Updated

United Kingdom

Currently Registered

15/09/05

02/08/24

We found no instances of professional misconduct for this solicitor

WORK EXPERIENCE

Title

Name

Duration

Solicitor

Walker Foster Limited

09-11-2023-present