Solicitor at Risdons Solicitors
John Hugh 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
Family Law, Agriculture, Wills, Trusts & Probate
- Wills, Trusts & Probate 88%
- Family Law 11%
- Agriculture 1%
69 Client Reviews
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About John Hugh 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
Unravelling the complexities of POA/Probate
They helped us through the problems with my late Fathers complicated finances and estate. Hugh and colleagues were always helpful and friendly.
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Wills Service
Excellent professional service. Would thoroughly recommend.
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LPA
We would highly recommend Risdons Solicitors for LPA work
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Very Positive Experience
Hugh was helpful, honest and kind. he was friendly and approachable and very patient with all my questions. I would definitely return for any further issues.
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Swift, thorough and friendly
We felt we had received all the advice we needed, with practical and effective solutions offered to us, and it was all done promptly and without fuss.
Lawyer named in this review: John Hugh Balchin
A representative from Risdons Solicitors responded to this review on 21 January, 2025
Dear Julian, thank you for leaving a review. We are delighted to hear that you were pleased with the service received from our team.
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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 Balchin
A representative from Risdons Solicitors responded to this review on 29 November, 2024
Dear Paul and Kathy, thank you for leaving a review. We are pleased to hear that you were happy with our professional team.
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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 Balchin
A representative from Risdons Solicitors responded to this review on 29 November, 2024
Dear Tracy, thank you for leaving a review. We are pleased that you were happy with the service you received from our team.
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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 Balchin
A representative from Risdons Solicitors responded to this review on 29 November, 2024
Dear John, thank you for leaving a review. We are delighted to hear that you were pleased with the service you received from our team.
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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 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 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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