Christopher
I contacted Barr Ellison to update my will and to draw up new Lasting Powers of Attorney. The service I received from Seema Solanki was outstanding. She has a total grasp of the subject matter but is able to explain all the options clearly and concisely. I would highly recommend Barr Ellison for this and all other legal work. I have since engaged them to act for me on another matter. Early days, but again the service so far from Sarah Martin and her team has been excellent.
A representative from Barr Ellison LLP responded to this review on 23 October, 2017
Thank you for your feedback Mr Skilton, and the recommendation. We will make sure to pass these comments on to Seema and to Sarah, and endeavour to continue providing an excellent level of service. Barr Ellison
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Great Service
Seema was professional, knowledgeable & friendly. The advice we received was helpful. We would recommend the solicitors to others.
Lawyer named in this review: Seema Solanki
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Estate Planning
We were very happy with Holly. She did the work and charged us fairly. Helen Jarvis also did the work on the deeds and charged us fairly. Seema, not so happy and expensive. Receptionist is very nice.
Lawyer named in this review: Seema Solanki
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Will writing
Made the process of writing our wills very easy. Thoroughly explained process and helped us to make our wishes known after our passing much easier to communicate to our family.
Lawyer named in this review: Seema Solanki
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Poor overcharged service by insensitive representative of this firm
Following my mother’s death, we instructed Seema Solanki to deal with her estate. Her estimate of 6-12 months costing £5-10k was thought to be high but acceptable. She provided an extremely poor service, omitting to sell a number of shares as instructed and after 15 months and two bills totalling almost £13k we withdrew her services and finished the work ourselves. Just wish we had done the whole thing as it would have been completed in weeks rather than over a year. Her attitude also deteriorated over the time as she became increasingly rude and insensitive towards us.
Lawyer named in this review: Seema Solanki
A representative from Fraser Dawbarns LLP responded to this review on 19 September, 2024
This review contains information that we believe is not a true reflection of the matter. The client has made a formal complaint and we have responded fully pursuant to our complaints procedure. We do not wish therefore to engage further on this matter.
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Inheritance Planning/LPA/Will
Clear and understandable options with advantages and negatives explained.
Timely response to any required clarifications.
Overall very professional.
Lawyer named in this review: Seema Solanki
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Making Wills
Seema and Fenella were always very approachable and helpful, which made the experience so much easier than anticipated. Service went above and beyond. I would thoroughly recommend.
Lawyer named in this review: Seema Solanki
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Excellent and very professional
Ms Solanki was very professional and courteous. She dealt with my legal needs in a very prompt and timely manner and always put me at my ease when we had face to face meeting. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend her and Fraser Dawbarns.
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Wills and LPAs
My wife and I arranged to renew our Wills and execute POAs for Property and Health an Welfare. All work was done efficiently and we were kept informed as the work progressed.
We were let down by the OPG losing one of the POA documents so we have to make do with an "Office Copy". Dealing with this debacle landed us with an extra legal bill of £360 so it is worth bearing in mind that problems outside one's control can incur significant extra costs. We have raised a complaint with the OPG and a response is waited.
Lawyer named in this review: Seema Solanki
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Excellent, professional and well informed service.
Every step of our dealings with Seema Solanki and other staff at Fraser Dawbarns has been well explained, proficient and accurate.
Would highly recommend this firm. Thank you.
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Friendly & Efficient Service
I consulted Fraser Dawbarns about updating my Mum's Will. Seema guided us through the process in a friendly, respectful and seamless manner. She explained the timescales & fees upfront so we knew exactly what to expect. The whole process was so straightforward & completed within a few weeks. Seema also explained the importance of my Mum completing a Lasting Power of Attorney form for health & welfare. I had forgotten about this so I am grateful Seema mentioned it.
Lawyer named in this review: Seema Solanki
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