Solicitor at Frettens LLP
Lauren Smallwood
Solicitor - Wills & Tax Solicitor
SRA ID: 660412
Lauren completed her training contract with us and is a qualified Solicitor in the Wills & Tax team. Lauren graduated from Bournemouth University with a first-class degree in Law and graduated with a Distinction from the LPC in November 2019. She undertook her training contract with us completing her seats in Corporate & Commercial, Commercial Property, Family and Wills & Tax. In September 2021 she qualified as a Solicitor and joined the Wills & Tax team in Ringwood assisting Lee Young. Lauren does have some previous experience in the legal sector prior to starting her training contract here, having worked within a local firm for a little over a year alongside her studies.
2 Christchurch Road, BH24 1DN
Licensed for 2 years
Practice Areas
Wills, Trusts & Probate, Housing & Property, Family Law
- Wills, Trusts & Probate 80%
- Family Law 16%
- Housing & Property 4%
72 Client Reviews
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About Lauren Smallwood
Lauren completed her training contract with us and is a qualified Solicitor in the Wills & Tax team. Lauren graduated from Bournemouth University with a first-class degree in Law and graduated with a Distinction from the LPC in November 2019. She undertook her training contract with us completing her seats in Corporate & Commercial, Commercial Property, Family and Wills & Tax. In September 2021 she qualified as a Solicitor and joined the Wills & Tax team in Ringwood assisting Lee Young. Lauren does have some previous experience in the legal sector prior to starting her training contract here, having worked within a local firm for a little over a year alongside her studies.
Languages Spoken: English
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Solicitor - Wills & Tax Solicitor
Frettens LLP
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Painless
Straightforward and sensible advice
Lawyer named in this review: Lauren Smallwood
A representative from Frettens LLP responded to this review on 04 October, 2024
Thank you for leaving a 5 star review Stephen We appreciate the feedback :)
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Friendly Frettens Should be your first stop job done
I am very happy with the service I received from Frettens. From their friendly reception staff to their knowledgeable legal team they have resolved any problems. I found them very approachable.
Lawyer named in this review: Lauren Smallwood
A representative from Frettens LLP responded to this review on 03 October, 2024
We appreciate the kind words Andrew We are always pleased to hear that our service met your expectations We have passed your kind words onto the teams :)
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First class service
Sensible advice
Lawyer named in this review: Lauren Smallwood
A representative from Frettens LLP responded to this review on 17 September, 2024
Thank you for your review :)
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Straightforward
Would use again
Lawyer named in this review: Lauren Smallwood
A representative from Frettens LLP responded to this review on 17 September, 2024
Thank you for the review :)
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Efficient
Would recommend
Lawyer named in this review: Lauren Smallwood
A representative from Frettens LLP responded to this review on 17 September, 2024
We appreciate the feedback :)
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Would Recommend
Clear and practical advice
Lawyer named in this review: Lauren Smallwood
A representative from Frettens LLP responded to this review on 17 September, 2024
Thank you for the great review - we're so glad to hear that you were pleased with the service :)
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Good reliable service
Good experience with Frettens. Quick, reliable and knowledgeable with good communication. Will definitely use them again if required.
Lawyer named in this review: Lauren Smallwood
A representative from Frettens LLP responded to this review on 15 July, 2024
Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback and will be sure to pass it on to Lauren.
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Lauren was a pleasure to work with
Lauren Smallwood prepared wills for myself and my wife, and we were extremely happy with the attention we received.
Lauren showed great patience during our meetings when we needed layman's explanations, and we feel confident that the advice we have been given is exactly what we needed.
Lauren was a pleasure to work with.
Lawyer named in this review: Lauren Smallwood
A representative from Frettens LLP responded to this review on 10 June, 2024
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We appreciate the positive feedback and will be sure to pass it on to Lauren!
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Good service
No problem. Wills discussed and drawn up as requested. No issues.
Lawyer named in this review: Lauren Smallwood
A representative from Frettens LLP responded to this review on 10 May, 2024
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We will be sure to pass on your positive feedback!
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Probate application
Balanced, professional and clear advice as to the legal position with regard to my late father's estate and the need for a Grant of Probate, followed by a prompt submittal of application.
Lawyer named in this review: Lauren Smallwood
A representative from Frettens LLP responded to this review on 10 April, 2024
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We appreciate the positive feedback and will be sure to pass it on to Lauren!
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