Stuart Rowland
Solicitor
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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
Housing & Property, Wills, Trusts & Probate
Application for Probate
Sensitive to my situation as a newly widowed lady…..of a certain age. Everything was explained clearly and in a friendly manner so I could understand and dealt with efficiently .
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LPA re: George Howard Barrett & Christine Barrett
Worked like clockwork!
Stuart Rowland is an excellent Lawyer.
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Clear and honest.
I’ve been a client of Stuart Rowland for approx 20 years and have always trusted him to act in my best interest.
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Would recommend
I was very happy with the service received from Stuart and his legal assistant Lily. I was particularly pleased with their quick responses to emails from myself and the seller’s solicitors and dealing with everything in a timely manner.
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A representative from Walker Foster Limited responded to this review on 19 February, 2025
Thank you for your kind feedback, Erica. We're glad Stuart and Lily provided prompt and efficient service. We appreciate your support!
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Excellent Work
We used Walker Foster as they were local and we have dealt with Ian Haynes before.
We were new to Lily and Stuart but Lily was excellent from minute one. Kept in touch. Helped with queries answered emails and telephone calls and almost single-handedly dealt with the sale of our property. A refreshing experience and we can’t thank her enough. Would definitely recommend Walker Foster
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A representative from Walker Foster Limited responded to this review on 17 February, 2025
Hi Carolyn. Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're delighted to hear that Lily provided excellent service from the start, keeping you informed and handling your property sale so efficiently. It's great to know that your experience with Walker Foster was a positive one. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to assisting you again in the future!
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Professional
Brilliant in helping and advising have been using services for 25 years plus
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A representative from Walker Foster Limited responded to this review on 10 February, 2025
Thank you, Mohammed! We’re grateful for your continued trust in Stuart and our service. We appreciate your positive feedback!
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House sale and purchase
Highly recommended professional service from Stuart and Lily
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A representative from Walker Foster Limited responded to this review on 13 February, 2025
Thank you for your recommendation, Simon. We're delighted you were pleased with Stuart and Lily's professional service.
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Spot On
I did a great deal of work for my son as, he works away a great deal. As far as I am concerned all aspects went well
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A representative from Walker Foster Limited responded to this review on 10 February, 2025
Thank you for your feedback! We're glad to hear that everything went smoothly, and we appreciate your efforts in assisting your son throughout the process. Wishing you both all the best!
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Professional efficient service as always
Fantastic service from Stuart and his team as always a swift process
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A representative from Walker Foster Limited responded to this review on 10 February, 2025
Thank you for your kind words, Sajad. We're pleased Stuart and the team provided a swift and efficient service.
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Will
Very professional and friendly service
The receptionist was also friendly and efficient
Definitely recommend
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A representative from Walker Foster Limited responded to this review on 10 February, 2025
Thank you for your kind words, John! We’re delighted to hear you had a professional and friendly experience, and we’ll be sure to pass on your praise to Stuart and our receptionist. We truly appreciate your recommendation!
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