Solicitor at Latham & Co

Chris Bell

Solicitor - Senior Partner

SRA ID: 25744

Chris is the Senior Partner of the firm, he specialises in Family Law. having joined the firm in February 1999 upon qualification. Chris is a member of Resolution and a certified member of The Family Law Accreditation Scheme. Chris’s role involves advising clients in relation to all matters that affect couples upon separation, including divorce, children, domestic violence, property and financial issues. He can also provide advice at the beginning of a relationship with regard to pre and post nuptial agreements and cohabitation agreements. Chris has extensive experience in representing clients in complex family matters. Chris supervises the Family and Private Client Departments. Chris can also advise and assist with regard to Settlement Agreements in respect of Employment matters.

15 High Street, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, LE13 0TX

Licensed for 26 years

Practice Areas

Family Law, Employment

4.9/5 31 Client Reviews 31
  • Family Law 65%
  • Employment 35%
31 Client Reviews

4.9/5

Overall experience

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

Reviews summary

  • Excellent
    29
  • Very Good
    2
  • Average
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  • Poor
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  • Awful
    0

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Benji
Verified Benji Added 3 weeks ago Report to admin
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January 30, 2025 20250130142103

Quick and Clear Advice

5

Chris was extremely quick to respond and clear with his advice and responses in my case. He took time to ensure I fully understood my situation and rights and explained things extremely well.

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Anonymous
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January 29, 2025 20250129140852

Excellent advice and support throughout the divorce proceedings

5

I recommend Chris as divorce solicitor. Chris has supported me and provided excellent advice throughout the divorce proceedings. Chris has extensive experience and showed outstanding ability in dealing with the several aspects of the divorce and issues that came with it.

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Rachel
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December 21, 2024 20241221202703

Thank you for your help

5

Chris was great! Really listened and talked me through everything and made me feel happy about the resolution.
Thank you

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Chris Bell from Latham & Co responded to this review on 30 December, 2025

Dear Rachel I thank you for your kind words, If you need anything in the future please let me know. Chris

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Sam
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December 21, 2024 20241221200616

Excellent

5

Very professional, excellent service and advice provided by Chris.

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Chris Bell from Latham & Co responded to this review on 30 December, 2025

Dear Sam I thank you for taking the time to leave a review , If you need anything in the future please let me know. Chris

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Bryan
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November 27, 2024 20241127164823

Settlement contract

5

Excellent advice and communication from Chris and his colleague.

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Chris Bell from Latham & Co responded to this review on 30 December, 2025

Dear Bryan I thank you for your kind words. If you need anything in the future please let me know. Chris

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Geoffrey Child
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November 18, 2024 20241118142107

Divorced

5

Chris gave me excellent serivce

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Chris Bell from Latham & Co responded to this review on 30 December, 2025

Dear Geoff I thank you for leaving your feedback. If you need anything in the future please do not hesitate to contact me. Chris

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Anonymous
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October 04, 2024 20241004174246

Divorce

5

From the beginning to the end of my divorce case, was always handled in a professional manner.
From a personal point of view I felt at anytime during this period II had the support and advice needed during this time From Latham & Co. (Melton Mowbray).

Lawyer named in this review: Chris Bell

Chris Bell from Latham & Co responded to this review on 30 December, 2025

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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Ian
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August 21, 2024 20240821114853

Very satisfied with service

5

I have used Chris at Latham & Co twice now. Once concerning my divorce, some time ago, and more recently regarding an employment agreement. In both cases, I was very pleased with the advice and legal work that Chris performed for me. He fully and clearly explained the legal position, carefully went through all the legal papers and acted in a professional and friendly fashion. I would undoubtedly go back to him if a need for legal services arose in the future.

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Chris Bell from Latham & Co responded to this review on 30 December, 2025

Dear Ian I thank you for your kind words and review, If you need anything in the future please let me know. Chris

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Bridget
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July 23, 2024 20240723122907

5***** would recommend 100%

5

Divorce isn’t the easiest thing to deal with no matter what the circumstances are and mine were quite unusual with many obstacles along the way. Chris was not only very professional and knowledgeable but his care and support helped give me the confidence to proceed and deal with everything and anything that was thrown at me - for that I cannot thank him enough. It was a very difficult time in my life but Chris and his team guided me through every step. He kept me fully informed and also answered any questions, queries or worries I had. Making me able to move forward and be confident in any decisions that were made. I would 100% recommend Chris and his team.

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Chris Bell from Latham & Co responded to this review on 30 July, 2024

Dear Bridget, I thank you for your instructions in respect of your matter and the positive feedback you have left. Your word are extremely kind and should you need anything in the future please let me know.

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Prakash
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July 12, 2024 20240712172125

Excellent service

5

Highly recommend Chris Bell, went through my severance agreement in detail and explained all points clearly. Dealt with efficiently, both Chris and Bev (Chris's secretary) were empathetic and very friendly to deal with, thank you.

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Chris Bell from Latham & Co responded to this review on 30 July, 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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David
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January 29, 2024
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David

5

As a first time user of a Solicitor, Latham & co gave me a friendly and helpful service to deal with matters discreetly, professional, and swiftly.

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Alex
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Alex

5

I’ve used Latham & Co multiple times for conveyancing and employment legal support. Very impressed with them each time and would highly recommend!

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About Chris Bell

Chris is the Senior Partner of the firm, he specialises in Family Law. having joined the firm in February 1999 upon qualification. Chris is a member of Resolution and a certified member of The Family Law Accreditation Scheme. Chris’s role involves advising clients in relation to all matters that affect couples upon separation, including divorce, children, domestic violence, property and financial issues. He can also provide advice at the beginning of a relationship with regard to pre and post nuptial agreements and cohabitation agreements. Chris has extensive experience in representing clients in complex family matters. Chris supervises the Family and Private Client Departments. Chris can also advise and assist with regard to Settlement Agreements in respect of Employment matters.

Languages Spoken: English

Contact Chris Bell

Address

Latham & Co

15 High Street

Melton Mowbray

Leicestershire

LE13 0TX



Phone 01664563012

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Updated

United Kingdom

Currently Registered

15/01/99

14/10/24

We found no instances of professional misconduct for this solicitor

WORK EXPERIENCE

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Duration

Compliance Officer for Finance and Administration

Latham & Co

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