Solicitor at Downie & Gadban

Simon Hugh Arden Acworth

Solicitor - Senior Partner

Simon qualified in London in 1971. He joined Downie & Gadban in 1975. He has been senior partner since 2008. Simon has a number of specialisms: conveyancing of freehold and leasehold properties and land; family law (he is a member of Resolution, a national organisation for family lawyers); and wills and probate/intestacy matters. He is also a notary public.

Rockbourne House, 100 High Street, Alton, Hampshire, GU34 1ER

Practice Areas

Housing & Property, Notary, Wills, Trusts & Probate

4.6/5 20 Client Reviews 20
  • Wills, Trusts & Probate 90%
  • Housing & Property 10%
20 Client Reviews

4.6/5

Overall experience

  • Value For Money
  • Communication
  • Initial Impressions
  • Approachability
  • Documentation Accuracy
  • Legal knowledge

Reviews summary

  • Excellent
    16
  • Very Good
    2
  • Average
    0
  • Poor
    1
  • Awful
    1

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Margaret Horner
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April 01, 2025 20250401092813

Will writing

5

When I needed to update my will I dealt with Downie and Gadban. The whole procedure was very straightforward and a lot of it could be done online. Mr Acworth answered any questions I had and explained everything.

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October 08, 2024 20241008130621

will

5

quick efficient service Simon responded to any questions promptly

Lawyer named in this review: Simon Hugh Arden Acworth

A representative from Downie & Gadban Solicitors responded to this review on 04 November, 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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Robert Taylor
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July 30, 2024 20240730113206

Advice on house deeds.

5

I have been dealing with Downie and Gadban for many years in both commercial and private matters and have found them helpful, professional and friendly in the various matters dealt with.

Lawyer named in this review: Simon Hugh Arden Acworth

A representative from Downie & Gadban Solicitors responded to this review on 27 August, 2024

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

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Andrew Brown
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July 02, 2024 20240702112041

Preparation of wills

5

Simon Acworth prepared Wills for my wife and I. At all times he was very professional, helpful and courteous. It was a pleasure to meet and work with him. Would recommend to others seeking Will preparation.

Lawyer named in this review: Simon Hugh Arden Acworth

A representative from Downie & Gadban Solicitors responded to this review on 27 August, 2024

We are delighted you were happy with the service Simon provided. Thank you for sharing your review.

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Anonymous
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March 26, 2024 20240326163423

Preparation of a Will

5

A professional and speedy service. I was kept informed and everything happened within the timeframes quoted.

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Peter& Marilyn
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March 22, 2024 20240322154739

Excellent service

5

Good communication, friendly, understanding, knowledgeable and efficient.

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Hilary McGill
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February 06, 2024 20240206092000

Will amendment

5

Simon Acworth is an outstanding Solicitor.
Legal matters and concerns are dealt with promptly and professionally.

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Andy G
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January 30, 2024 20240130115650

Wills

5

Quick professional service met our needs completely

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Gerald Farndon
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November 13, 2023 20231113143223

My House move this Summer 2023

5

Moving house can be stressful, thanks to the team at D&G, my house sale and purchase within the Alton area went very smoothly.

I've used D&G before for property moves, and their service remains constant. They provide excellent support and guidance, in a professional manner.

Many thanks

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Caroline O’Brien
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June 21, 2023 20230621092629

Excellent

5

I highly recommend Simon Acworth. Excellent service.

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Richard
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February 05, 2024
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Richard

5

We recently chose Downie and Gaban Solicitors for Will writing and Power of Atorney. We also used them for Probate. At all stages of the process we found them very professional and excellent communicators. We'll use them again.

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About Simon Hugh Arden Acworth

Simon qualified in London in 1971. He joined Downie & Gadban in 1975. He has been senior partner since 2008. Simon has a number of specialisms: conveyancing of freehold and leasehold properties and land; family law (he is a member of Resolution, a national organisation for family lawyers); and wills and probate/intestacy matters. He is also a notary public.

Languages Spoken: English, French

Contact Simon Hugh Arden Acworth

Address

Downie & Gadban

Rockbourne House

100 High Street

Alton

Hampshire

GU34 1ER



Phone 142082879

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Status

Acquired

Updated

United Kingdom

Currently Registered

01/11/71

05/02/24

We found no instances of professional misconduct for this solicitor

WORK EXPERIENCE

Title

Name

Duration

Compliance Officer for Finance and Administration

Downie & Gadban

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