David was educated at Lancing College, Sussex. He joined the wine trade before training as a Solicitor. He was admitted as a Solicitor in 1971 and he worked in Cambridge and Ipswich before joining Willett & Co Solicitors in 1982 becoming a partner in 1985. David is the firm's litigation partner. His experience and expertise covers advising on all aspects of crime, employment, personal injury, agency advocacy and medical negligence cases. David is a member of the Law Society. Apart from his family, his other passions are sailing, music (he is a member of 2 choirs) and sport. He is a shareholder, season ticket holder and long time supporter of Ipswich Town Football Club.
18 Angel Hill, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP33 1XQ
Licensed for 53 years
Employment, Crime/ Criminal Defence, Actions against the police, Driving offences
Had an excellent experience with David Shipman from Willett & Co. Both professional and personable. I needed them fairly urgently and they were very accommodating. Would definitely use them again if needed.
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Called to enquire about getting legal advice about a business transaction dispute, spoke to David Shipman, he seemed very interested in my case and wanted to help but advised not to spend money on legal advice as its not needed, but offered alternative solution for lower cost which I will probably take him up on. Definitely will be my lawyer of choice for future.
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David was educated at Lancing College, Sussex. He joined the wine trade before training as a Solicitor. He was admitted as a Solicitor in 1971 and he worked in Cambridge and Ipswich before joining Willett & Co Solicitors in 1982 becoming a partner in 1985. David is the firm's litigation partner. His experience and expertise covers advising on all aspects of crime, employment, personal injury, agency advocacy and medical negligence cases. David is a member of the Law Society. Apart from his family, his other passions are sailing, music (he is a member of 2 choirs) and sport. He is a shareholder, season ticket holder and long time supporter of Ipswich Town Football Club.
Languages Spoken: English, French
United Kingdom
Currently Registered
01/11/71
14/12/22
Compliance Officer for Finance and Administration
Willett & Co
?-present
Name change
Mr shipman was amazing with my Deedpol he explained everything to me in detail and he was also very patient with me as I has to change the original signing I would recommend him and his firm
Lawyer named in this review: David Shipman
A representative from Willett & Co responded to this review on 13 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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Settlement service from work
MR David Shipman
I'm so happy how he deal with me case he was change me mind and make it straight how I want it .. I can say I was so stressed I want just done it but he clown me down he make sure I got another opportunity and he make it work... I been very good treat and me boyfriend was suprize to how David done so much .. I'm so happy and best experience what I have.. if I will have problems I will come back.. many thanks David
Lawyer named in this review: David Shipman
A representative from Willett & Co responded to this review on 11 November, 2024
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Excellent
David was a delight to talk to and work with. He made me feel completely at ease, listened to what I had to say, incredibly empathetic and basically got me more than that I had hoped for. He is clearly very experienced, full of knowledge and because of this the whole process was smooth sailing and complete value for money.
Thank you David !
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A representative from Willett & Co responded to this review on 02 July, 2024
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Amazing service. If you have any needs I would definelty recommend.
Mr Shipman is kind , caring and he has supported me through a very traumatic time , with the best possible outcomes. I can't thank him or recommend him enough.
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A representative from Willett & Co responded to this review on 25 March, 2024
Thank you for your very kind review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us.
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Excellent, professional and fast service.
Brilliant experience. David was very thorough and communicated with me regularly and clearly. I was made to feel valued and listened to. Would definitely reccomend and use Willett & Co again. Thank you.
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A representative from Willett & Co responded to this review on 19 October, 2023
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Relax
I met Mr Shipman after a very unsettling experience. He introduced himself and in a very relaxed way told me what would/could happen and what I would have to do. Needless to say I came from our meeting feeling much better about the future than before I met him.
The lady in reception was also very sensitive and welcoming.
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excellent advice and representation
Thanks to David’s excellent representation and intervention we were able to successfully prevent a court hearing which would have resulted in a conviction. This was successfully downgraded to a police caution which was the fair and just outcome.
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Eternally thankful
I am eternally thankful for ALL the hard work you have put in for me. To achieve the result that you did. Thank you doesn't cover it.
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Many thanks
Many thanks for your support and help.
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Thank you so much
Thank you so much for all your help with this. We appreciate all you did� as without your help this would definitely been at court with a more severe impact. It has been so stressful but you made this so much easier.
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