Solicitor at Risdons Solicitors
John Hugh Charles Balchin
Solicitor - Solicitor
SRA ID: 151782
Hugh is a Solicitor in the Private Client department working in our Williton Office. Hugh trained in the City of London and has worked both in-house for large commercial entities and, for the majority of his career, in private practice. Hugh deals with Probate Applications; Will writing; Powers of Attorney and, Court of Protection matters in our Williton office. Having worked in both commercial and private practice organizations, Hugh has developed many skills now applicable to his Private Client work with the firm. Wills and Probate work can often need a sympathetic touch when assisting the recently bereaved. Hugh's commercial awareness can be brought to bear when considering possible tax and other legal "problems" which might arise when client's are seeking advice on how best to structure their affairs both pre- and post- death. Hugh is a very keen gardener and is currently rejuvenating a long established garden on a hillside in the Somerset countryside.
18 Fore Street, Williton, Somerset, TA4 4QD
Licensed for 33 years
Practice Areas
Wills, Trusts & Probate
- Wills, Trusts & Probate 88%
- Family Law 11%
- Agriculture 1%
65 Client Reviews
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About John Hugh Charles Balchin
Hugh is a Solicitor in the Private Client department working in our Williton Office. Hugh trained in the City of London and has worked both in-house for large commercial entities and, for the majority of his career, in private practice. Hugh deals with Probate Applications; Will writing; Powers of Attorney and, Court of Protection matters in our Williton office. Having worked in both commercial and private practice organizations, Hugh has developed many skills now applicable to his Private Client work with the firm. Wills and Probate work can often need a sympathetic touch when assisting the recently bereaved. Hugh's commercial awareness can be brought to bear when considering possible tax and other legal "problems" which might arise when client's are seeking advice on how best to structure their affairs both pre- and post- death. Hugh is a very keen gardener and is currently rejuvenating a long established garden on a hillside in the Somerset countryside.
Languages Spoken: English, Italian
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WORK EXPERIENCE
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Duration
Solicitor
Risdon Hosegood Solicitors
03-05-2021-present
Will Drafting
We were very pleased with the efficiency of the whole process from start to finish. A very courteous and professional approach
Lawyer named in this review: John Hugh Charles Balchin
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POA - Learning Disability
We contacted RH as we were setting up POA for our son who has a learning disability but does have capacity. Our Lawyer was excellent and took time to understand the needs of our son before seeing him. He explained information in a differentiated way that our son was able to understand. He was clear and patient. Our son was made comfortable and included in the entire process. We were impressed with the clarity and efficiency of the process.
Lawyer named in this review: John Hugh Charles Balchin
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Excellent Service
As executor to my Aunts Will, Risdons handled the entire process effectively. Very pleased with the service. Good communication throughout the whole process.
I would highly recommend Risdons and will definitely use again.
Lawyer named in this review: John Hugh Charles Balchin
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Quality in West Somerset
Previous "city" solicitors failed to advise us to update or make new Wills and create trusts to protect our property. Risdons explained, in simple terms what should be executed. their service was most professional and all matters and documentation easily undertaken.
Lawyer named in this review: John Hugh Charles Balchin
A representative from Risdons Solicitors responded to this review on 14 October, 2024
Dear Richard, thank you for leaving a review. We are pleased you received a professional service from our team.
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LPA Matter
From our initial meeting and throughout the whole procedure, I found Mr Balchin and members of staff I had contact with to be extremely approachable and helpful. For someone who found the procedure rather daunting initially they were very patient in answering my many questions and smoothed the way.
I have no hesitation in recommending Risdons solicitors to any one.
Lawyer named in this review: John Hugh Charles Balchin
A representative from Risdons Solicitors responded to this review on 14 October, 2024
Dear Violet, thank you for your review. We are so pleased that you found our team approachable and helpful and hope they made the daunting process a little easier for you.
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Full Security
Our Solicitor was very kind, patient and knowledgeable. We are certain we could NOT have achieved our documents successfully ourselves. We now have full security that if needed, they are legally correct and will save any confusion at a later time. thank you Hugh, very much.
Lawyer named in this review: John Hugh Charles Balchin
A representative from Risdons Solicitors responded to this review on 24 September, 2024
Dear Barry, thank you for leaving a review. Lovely to read that you had a good experience using Hugh and that you now have full security.
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good service
everything went smoothly and the lawyer and receptionist were friendly and helpful
Lawyer named in this review: John Hugh Charles Balchin
A representative from Risdons Solicitors responded to this review on 27 June, 2024
Dear Elizabeth, thank you for leaving a review. Great to read that you had a friendly and helpful experience using us and everything went smoothly.
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Friendly Service For Power of Attorney and Will
Friendly and Helpful Service
Lawyer named in this review: John Hugh Charles Balchin
A representative from Risdons Solicitors responded to this review on 25 June, 2024
Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us.
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Super service
Dealing with probate is a complicated process & im so pleased that i could leave the entire task to Risdon.
Everything has been dealt with so smoothly & communication throughout has been perfect.
Lawyer named in this review: John Hugh Charles Balchin
A representative from Risdons Solicitors responded to this review on 24 May, 2024
Dear John, thank you for leaving a review. Great to hear that you had a super, stress-free service using our team.
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Wills and Power of Attorney
We decided a Solicitor should be consulted for these documents to ensure all our wishes should be legally framed in our documents. we were assigned Mr H Balchin, kind, caring, knowledgeable and above all patient. He was so thorough but friendly with it. High recommend
Lawyer named in this review: John Hugh Charles Balchin
A representative from Risdons Solicitors responded to this review on 22 May, 2024
Dear Barry & Jenny, thank you for leaving a review. Lovely to read that you were happy with the thorough and friendly service you received.
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