Solicitor at John Welch & Stammers Solicitors Llp

Bernadette Summers

Solicitor - Managing Partner

SRA ID: 446862

Berni joined JWS in 1995 with a management background, she qualified in business and legal accounts in 1997 and became a partner in April 2012. She manages and runs all administrative departments of JWS including Accounts, ICT, HR, Marketing and Compliance, allowing her other partners to concentrate on their various aspects of the law so as to provide a more efficient service to their clients. Berni is also experienced in Wills, Estate administration, Powers of Attorney, Trusts and all associated private client matters.

24 Church Green, OX28 4AT

Licensed for 5 years

Practice Areas

Wills, Trusts & Probate, Housing & Property

5.0/5 11 Client Reviews 11
11 Client Reviews

5.0/5

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Bee and Richard
Verified Bee and Richard Added 5 months ago Report to admin
Collected whilst working at John Welch & Stammers Solicitors Llp
May 27, 2024 20240527111531

Excellent service

5

Berni was recommended to us - and that proved to be absolutely spot on. We had an excellent service from Berni - a thorough, sensible and knowledgeable approach, explanation and subsequent decision making. Very responsive and straightforward. We felt well supported - plenty of time and opportunity to ask questions and understand responses. We have recommended Berni to others!

Lawyer named in this review: Bernadette Summers

A representative from John Welch & Stammers Solicitors Llp responded to this review on 31 May, 2024

Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future.

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Adrian
Verified Adrian Added 7 months ago Report to admin
Collected whilst working at John Welch & Stammers Solicitors Llp
April 10, 2024 20240410155427

Just what we needed

5

Great to have a third party, overview from outside our predicament, with an informed, experienced, professional understanding of what was required, both by our family and the other entities involved. We have looked to JW&S for professional services and advice for many years, and are very pleased with everything they have done. Doubtless we will be using them in the future also.
A particular shout out to Bernadette Summers who steered her way through a lengthy probate process, on our behalf, with endless good humour, professionalism, and kindness.

Lawyer named in this review: Bernadette Summers

A representative from John Welch & Stammers Solicitors Llp responded to this review on 22 April, 2024

Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future.

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Jennifer Hall
Verified Jennifer Hall Added 1 year ago Report to admin
Collected whilst working at John Welch & Stammers Solicitors Llp
November 16, 2023 20231116182021

Updating Will

5

Fast, efficient service Bernadette is always a pleasure to deal with.

Lawyer named in this review: Bernadette Summers

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Michael
Verified Michael Added 1 year ago Report to admin
Collected whilst working at John Welch & Stammers Solicitors Llp
August 02, 2023 20230802142858

New Will

5

I needed to amend my Will and asked my Solicitor if we could do it over Zoom as I don't drive any more. She readily agreed to this and she arranged it for last Monday.

Lawyer named in this review: Bernadette Summers

A representative from John Welch & Stammers Solicitors Llp responded to this review on 05 October, 2023

Thank you Michael for leaving this five-star review. We're delighted to hear that our team could accommodate your needs by arranging a Zoom meeting to amend your Will. Your convenience is important to us, and we're glad we could assist. If you have any more questions or require further assistance, please feel free to reach out. Best wishes, John Welch & Stammers.

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Keith Agnew
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Collected whilst working at John Welch & Stammers Solicitors Llp
July 27, 2023 20230727184833

Conveyancing, POA and Probate

5

Very professional, prompt and first class advice and service.

Lawyer named in this review: Bernadette Summers

A representative from John Welch & Stammers Solicitors Llp responded to this review on 31 July, 2023

Dear Keith, it was a pleasure assisting you and your family. Thank you for entrusting John Welch & Stammers and taking the time to leave a review. We look forward to working with you all in the future. Best wishes.

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David Townsend
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Collected whilst working at John Welch & Stammers Solicitors Llp
July 13, 2023 20230713084654

Great service

5

I have had great professional friendly service from start to finish with everything explained in a way that I can understand

Lawyer named in this review: Bernadette Summers

Bernadette Summers from John Welch & Stammers Solicitors Llp responded to this review on 17 July, 2023

Thank you for your review, it is always a pleasure dealing with you and your family

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Andy S
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Collected whilst working at John Welch & Stammers Solicitors Llp
July 04, 2023 20230704110853

Professional, approachable and friendly

5

I have used John Welch and Stammers for over 10yrs for all conveyancing matters and will advice. Always found the team very easy to communicate with and advice has been clear and jargon free.
Would highly recommend.

Lawyer named in this review: Bernadette Summers

Bernadette Summers from John Welch & Stammers Solicitors Llp responded to this review on 17 July, 2023

Thanks Andy from both the conveyancing and probate department, we appreciate your loyalty. I look forward to working with you again in the future.

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James Brooke
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Collected whilst working at John Welch & Stammers Solicitors Llp
June 21, 2023 20230621152406

First-class conveyancing service from a great team

5

I engaged with John Welch and Stammers on the recommendation of a family member (who has used the company for many years). I am happy to report that my experience has been nothing short of excellent. Berni and team are always attentive and professional, helping us close out a significant property transaction with minimal stress. The advice was timely, documents were reviewed quickly, often by return, and overall I was confident that the matter proceeded as efficiently as possible. Highly recommended!

Lawyer named in this review: Bernadette Summers

A representative from John Welch & Stammers Solicitors Llp responded to this review on 22 June, 2023

Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future.

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Anonymous
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October 03, 2022 20221003010000

Swift and professional

5

Berdi Thank you for dealing with our mothers estate and inheritance between the family in a swift and professional manner

Lawyer named in this review: Bernadette Summers

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Anonymous
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August 09, 2022 20220809010000

Thank you Berni

5

Berni thank you so much for dealing with the estate of my late mother and being understanding in the matter.

Lawyer named in this review: Bernadette Summers

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About Bernadette Summers

Berni joined JWS in 1995 with a management background, she qualified in business and legal accounts in 1997 and became a partner in April 2012. She manages and runs all administrative departments of JWS including Accounts, ICT, HR, Marketing and Compliance, allowing her other partners to concentrate on their various aspects of the law so as to provide a more efficient service to their clients. Berni is also experienced in Wills, Estate administration, Powers of Attorney, Trusts and all associated private client matters.

Languages Spoken: English

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John Welch & Stammers Solicitors Llp

24 Church Green

OX28 4AT



Phone 01993 703941

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WORK EXPERIENCE

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Compliance Officer for Finance and Administration

John Welch & Stammers Solicitors

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