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Keith Gunton
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Forward Tax planning
Very happy with experience. Very pleasant and helpful/
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Birkett Long LLP
0330 818 3060
Birkett Long redefines the legal experience. We understand the unique journey of individuals and businesses, providing tailored solutions that address your legal, financial, and personal wellbeing. With our dedicated support, we deliver stability and confidence, ensuring every interaction is both empowering and inspiring. Read more...
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Eugene S
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Experienced and professional
Helena advised me on my redundancy negotiations. She was always professional and prompt in our interactions. With her experience, she made many helpful recommendations and guided me towards a fair outcome with my former employers. I highly recommend Helena and her team for any employment-related matters.
A representative from Birkett Long LLP responded to this review on 08 April, 2025:
Dear Eugene We are happy to hear that Helena's guidance lead to a fair outcome for you. Thank you for your recommendation. Sincerely, Birkett Long
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Charles Adeeko
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Highly Professional and Insightful Support
I would absolutely recommend Helena and will definitely use her again. She was professional throughout, carefully reviewed my document, and provided helpful insight into the options available to me based on specific scenarios. Her advice gave me confidence and clarity moving forward. A great experience overall!
A representative from Birkett Long LLP responded to this review on 08 April, 2025:
Dead Charles, Thank you for your recommendation. We are glad to hear of your great experience with Helena. Sincerely, Birkett Long
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Karen Walsh
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Redundancy Settlement
I had the pleasure of dealing with Helena Oxley with regards to my redundancy settlement. Helena was professional, understanding and nothing was ever too much.
I was kept well informed throughout the process and was extremely happy with the outcome. I would not hesitate to use Helena in the future.
A representative from Birkett Long LLP responded to this review on 04 April, 2025:
Dear Karen, Thank you for your kind words. We are glad to hear that you are extremely happy with the outcome that Helena assisted with. Sincerely, Birkett Long
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Barbara
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Professional, caring by a younger woman
At all stages both myself and our son were kept informed equally as executors.
Our different locations were dealt with in parallel.
I was delighted to benefit from professional women continuing the benefit of equal rights!
A representative from Birkett Long LLP responded to this review on 01 April, 2025:
Dear Barbara, It is wonderful to hear of your experience with Bethany and the team. Thank you for your kind review. Sincerely, Birkett Long.
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Jessica Piccininni
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Extremely helpful and professional
I recently engaged Helena’s services for an employment matter and I would 100% recommend to anyone in need of a strong and kind employment solicitor. She is extremely knowledgeable, lovely to work with, and helped me navigate a difficult matter to an agreeable solution. She kept me informed throughout the process and gave excellent advice.
A representative from Birkett Long LLP responded to this review on 01 April, 2025:
Dear Jessica, Thank you for your recommendation. It is great to hear of Helena's work in assisting you, and her excellent advice. Sincerely, Birkett Long.
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Malcolm Rattenbury
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The Estate of Irene Rattenbury
Nichola has recently assisted me with the probate process for my late mother Irene Rattenbury. During what could have been a worrying and emotional time, Nichola provided me with excellent service in helping me understand the probate process, the documents necessary for the application and making the application for me, resulting in a very swift grant of probate. Thank you so much Nichola.
In the last eight years Birkett Long have prepared Lasting Power of Attorney applications, prepared the Wills for both of my parents, sadly no longer with us, conducted the conveyancing for the sale of my mother's house and now assisted with probate. I have always found their service to be excellent and would have no hesitation in recommending them.
A representative from Birkett Long LLP responded to this review on 01 April, 2025:
Dear Malcom Thank you for your kind words of Birkett Long and Nichola. We value your recommendation and wish you well at this time. Sincerely, Birkett Long.
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Anonymous
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Comprehensive and efficient
Joanna provided an excellent service in the re-writing of my will. Her advice was clear and straightforward. She showed a depth of knowledge that was extremely professional and helpful.
A representative from Birkett Long LLP responded to this review on 01 April, 2025:
Thank you for you review of Joanna. We are pleased to hear that her advice was clear and straight forward. Sincerely Birkett Long
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Matter Type:
Residential Conveyancing
Pat
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conveyancing
excellent service from Sophie Partridge and her team
A representative from Birkett Long LLP responded to this review on 27 March, 2025:
Dear Pat, Thank you for your kind words. Sincerely, Birkett Long.
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Purchase and Sale
Christine Gooch
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Thank you Sarah!
I was very impressed with Sarah's professionalism and patience with me and the buyers solicitor while this sale to a cash buyer dragged on much longer than it should have due to the buyer and his solicitor. Sarah made sensible suggestions when I asked for ithem, and was willing to be polite but firm with the buyer's solicitor when she needed to. All-round excellent service.
A representative from Birkett Long LLP responded to this review on 21 March, 2025:
Dear Christine, We are happy to hear of Sarah's professionalism and patience. Thank you for your review. Sincerely, Birkett long.
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Tom
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We have used Alison Bear at Birkett Long for all of our conveyancing and have always been extremely happy with her work. In our most recent sale / purchase which was at no point straight forward she was nothing short of brilliant, she kept us updated, responded to various third parties extremely quickly at what must have been an incredibly busy time for solicitors with the stamp duty holiday deadline. We would certainly recommend Alison and Birkett Long for any conveyancing.
A representative from Birkett Long LLP responded to this review on 22 March, 2021:
Thank you so much for your 5 star review Tom. I'm delighted to hear that you had such a good experience. I will pass your comments on to Alison and her team. Kind regards Jen
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patrick
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patrick
Friendly, efficient and knowledgeable!
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Spencer
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Spencer
A few months ago I was contacted by Birkett Long asking me if I wished to review our joint wills. I put it off, hoping we could have a normal Christmas first. That didn't happen! I then went back to them and was invited to talk to David Feakins, a solicitor in the practice. As instructed by Boris the office was closed but David made all the arrangements to have Microsoft Teams meeting for my wife and I.
I think we all worry about how much it will cost to go to law but David made it quite clear up front how much the various options would cost and the fact that he wasn't charging by the minute for his time on line.
We now have two wills which I think will give the best deal for our beneficiaries and hopefully avoid swallowing up the whole estate in care home costs.
Incidentally he also gave me some free advice about LPAs which will save me a few bob!
Thanks David, and well done
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Nicola
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Nicola
We used Birkett Long’s conveyancing department for our recent house sale and purchase. The service was excellent - professional and thorough. Communication was great, Jemma and her team were always responsive and quick to deal with any queries.
A representative from Birkett Long LLP responded to this review on 21 September, 2020:
Thank you for your 5 star review Nicola! I will pass your kind words on to Jemma and the team. I hope moving day went smoothly and that you're now settled in your new home. Jennie
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David
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David
We experienced a brilliant service from Birkett Long. Holly dealt with our debt collection issue so well. We were always well informed with the perfect amount of guidance and a great result at the end of the process. I always assumed these things would drag on for some time but the issue was resolved so quickly.
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At Birkett Long, we are more than just a law firm - we are your trusted partner in navigating life’s legal complexities. Our strength lies in understanding the unique journeys of our clients, from individuals to dynamic businesses. With a relaxed yet confident approach, we prioritise your legal, financial, and personal wellbeing, ensuring that every interaction is both inspiring and empowering. We focus on your needs, not merely transactions. By cultivating genuine relationships, we take the time to understand your aspirations, delivering tailored guidance that reflects your unique circumstances. Our commitment to the local community is central to our ethos, as we actively support initiatives that resonate with you, knowing that together, we can create a lasting impact. With Birkett Long, you will find a law firm that blends expertise with a personal touch, dedicated to making your experience smoother and more rewarding and aligned with your long-term goals. From our base in Essex and a European reach, we’re setting a new standard in legal services by integrating legal wellness into your broader life and financial objectives.
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