McHale & Co Solicitors

0161 928 3848

Legal services provided by McHale & Co Solicitors for business and private clients. We pride ourselves on our ‘can do’ approach to our clients’ needs and our ability to offer support and advice.

Also known as - McHale & Co Solicitors, Waldron & Schofield Solicitors, J Arnold Hancock & Co, Sedgwick Legal

Address
19-21 High Street
Altrincham
Greater Manchester
WA14 1QP
0161 928 3848
mchaleandco.co.uk/

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Available lawyers at McHale & Co Solicitors

Richard Farnhill

4.9 out of 5

(24)

Private Client Project Manager

Susie Roberts

Stephanie Mellor

Alastair Chiswell

Joy Marshall

Jessica Senior

Joanne Daly

Specialist Conveyancer

Kamil Tomaszewski

Luke Dykes

Paul Brocklehurst

Richard Bate

Zakkiya Azad

Bareeyah Tariq

Emma Taylor

Grace Kennedy

Jess Chappell

Lindsay Harris

Lindsey Britland

Madeleine Dennehy

Michaela McDonald

Nicola Nolan

Nimish Patel

Paul Carroll

Chartered Legal Executive

Roberto Lavorini

Victoria Richardson

How McHale & Co Solicitors Compares

Value for money

This firm - 99%

National Average

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Excellent does not necessarily mean ‘cheap’. It means that clients thought that the level of service received was Excellent for what they paid.

This score has been calculated using up to the last 300 reviews left by clients of McHale & Co Solicitors on ReviewSolicitors.

As part of our review questionnaire we ask reviewer questions about the value for money they felt they received by using McHale & Co Solicitors . These questions include:

Value for money (a rating of 1-5)
How much were you initially quoted or how much did you expect to pay?
Approximately how much did you end up spending for the legal services provided (ignoring disbursements and court fees)
Did you think this was underpriced, overpriced or about right?
Overall experience

We use data science to amalgamate the answers to these questions and create a ‘ReviewSolicitors score’ out of 100. The above chart representation score is a simple percentage representation of the averaged score across those who have reviewed this law firm.

Underpriced 10%

Overpriced 2%

About Right 86%

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Satisfied with
outcome of matter

This firm - 99%

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ReviewSolicitors uses our community data to show you how many clients used McHale & Co Solicitors and were satisfied with the outcome of their matter. Being satisfied with the outcome of your matter is an important consideration to have in mind.

You can use this data to see how McHale & Co Solicitors compares to the national average of clients being satisfied with the outcome of their matter after instructing a solicitor.

As part of our review questionnaire we ask the question:

"Were you satisfied with the outcome of your case?"

The reviewer can select either “Yes” or “No”.

The above score is a simple percentage representation of the total amount of clients who selected the “Yes” option:

Yes 99%

No 1%

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Rankings by area of expertise

The rankings below show the areas of expertise that McHale & Co Solicitors offers to clients. You can see how good the service offered is in comparison to all other law firms nationally.

Consumer

1st / 6

390th / 4562

Company & Commercial

1st / 4

415th / 4349

Housing & Property

1st / 5

363rd / 4234

Family Law

1st / 5

608th / 3840

Wills, Trusts & Probate

1st / 5

193rd / 3493

Commercial Property

1st / 5

285th / 3303

Employment

1st / 3

417th / 3089

Regulations

1st / 3

198th / 2554

Personal Injury

1st / 7

213th / 2359

Crime/ Criminal Defence

1st / 2

228th / 2101

Professional Negligence

1st / 2

197th / 1192

IT & Intellectual Property

1st / 1

145th / 1056

Dispute Resolution

1st / 1

246th / 1035

Clinical Negligence

1st / 7

155th / 938

Driving offences

1st / 1

131st / 369

Data shown above is based on the reviews and client feedback collected by ReviewSolicitors over the last 12 months.

Review Sources

Client Reviews

4.9/5

Reviews summary

Excellent

423
Very Good

5
Average

0
Poor

2
Awful

2

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Mieszkanie

March 30, 2025

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5/5, really!

I registered on this website specifically to leave a positive review for Luke , which speaks to how highly I value his work.

I’ve worked with Luke on two separate property purchases, and he has been exceptional every time. In addition to handling the transactions, he was also my go-to person for advice before making offers—and that happened numerous times.

I was genuinely surprised to learn that, as of early 2025, Luke is still a trainee solicitor. His level of professionalism, efficiency, and attention to detail far exceeds that of many senior solicitors I’ve encountered. He is proactive, highly responsive, and consistently provides clear, well-thought-out advice, no matter the complexity of the situation.

If this is the standard he’s delivering as a trainee, I can only imagine how outstanding he’ll be as a fully qualified solicitor. Highly recommended!

Lawyer named in this review:
Luke Dykes

Luke Dykes

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Housing & Property

Matter Type:

Residential Conveyancing

Louise

March 27, 2025

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Outstanding service with absolutely perfect management of the case.

The service provided by Phillippa Holcroft was faultless. Nothing was too much trouble and everything was explained fully with 100% clarity. All difficulties, caused by others in the chain, were resolved with Phillippa’s upmost commitment and diligence.

Lawyer named in this review:
Phillippa Holcroft

Phillippa Holcroft

A representative from McHale & Co Solicitors responded to this review on 31 March, 2025:

Thank you for your wonderful feedback, Louise! We're thrilled to hear that Phillippa provided such dedicated and clear support throughout your residential conveyancing matter. We truly appreciate your recognition of her efforts!

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Wills, Trusts & Probate

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Probate

Barbara Thompson

March 24, 2025

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I was very happy with everything

Richard has done new Wills, Powers of Attorney and a Deed of Variation for me. I am more than happy with everything he has done for me.

Lawyer named in this review:
Richard Farnhill

Richard Farnhill

Richard Farnhill from McHale & Co Solicitors responded to this review on 24 March, 2025:

Thank you Barbara. It was a pleasure helping with your matter.

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Wills, Trusts & Probate

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Wills

Anonymous

March 24, 2025

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Good Experience

We are very happy with the service we received from Richard and McHales and would be happy to recommend

Lawyer named in this review:
Richard Farnhill

Richard Farnhill

Richard Farnhill from McHale & Co Solicitors responded to this review on 24 March, 2025:

Many thanks for your positive feedback. It has been a pleasure working with you!

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Wills, Trusts & Probate

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Wills

Mike & Lucy Yardley

March 24, 2025

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Good Experience

We are happy with the service we received from Richard and McHales and would be happy to recommend.

Lawyer named in this review:
Richard Farnhill

Richard Farnhill

A representative from McHale & Co Solicitors responded to this review on 27 March, 2025:

Thank you, Mike and Lucy, for your kind words! We're glad to hear you had a positive experience with Richard and the Wills, Trusts and Probates team. We appreciate your recommendation!

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Tomek

March 17, 2025

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Injuryclaim

Great service I'm veryhappy with results my case.

Lawyer named in this review:
Alastair Chiswell

Alastair Chiswell

A representative from McHale & Co Solicitors responded to this review on 20 March, 2025:

Thank you for your kind words, Tomek. We're glad to hear you're happy with the result of your case. Your feedback means a lot to us.

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Jakub

February 28, 2025

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Luke the best solicitor I have ever worked with

I used the services of Luke , who handled my property purchase and remortgage. Professionalism at every step, plus excellent communication. He is the best solicitor I have ever worked with.

I highly recommend!

A representative from McHale & Co Solicitors responded to this review on 04 March, 2025:

Hi Jakub. Thank you for your fantastic feedback! We're thrilled to hear that Luke provided you with exceptional service and clear communication throughout your property purchase and remortgage. Your recommendation means a lot, and we truly appreciate your support. Wishing you all the best!

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Clinical Negligence

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Dental Negligence

Munazza

February 21, 2025

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Exceptional Service and Outstanding Result – Highly Recommend!

I am incredibly grateful to Richard Bate for handling my dental negligence claim and achieving a successful outcome. From the very beginning, Richard was not only professional and knowledgeable but also extremely compassionate, making me feel at ease during a stressful time.

Richard took the time to fully understand the details of my case, explained the process step by step, and kept me informed throughout. His expertise was clear in every conversation, and I felt completely confident that I was in the best hands possible.

Thanks to Richard’s hard work, dedication, and skill, my claim was successfully won, and I received the compensation I rightfully deserved. The whole process was seamless, and Richard’s personal touch made a world of difference.

If you’re seeking a solicitor who is not only highly competent but also genuinely cares about their clients, I highly recommend Richard. He went above and beyond, and I couldn’t be more thankful for his support and expertise.

Once again, thank you so much for your help and guidance.

Lawyer named in this review:
Richard Bate

Richard Bate

A representative from McHale & Co Solicitors responded to this review on 21 February, 2025:

Thank you for your kind review, Munazza. We are delighted to hear that Richard’s expertise and dedication helped bring your case to a successful conclusion. We appreciate your recommendation.

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Ryan

February 07, 2025

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Great service

Alastair was very professional and easy to talk to and helped to keep my mind at ease.

Lawyer named in this review:
Alastair Chiswell

Alastair Chiswell

A representative from McHale & Co Solicitors responded to this review on 07 February, 2025:

Thank you for your kind words, Ryan

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Housing & Property

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Residential Conveyancing

damian

January 31, 2025

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Great Job

I worked with Nicole on a sale that didn't go as smoothly as wanted, but working alongside Nicole was like a breath of fresh air, she was very professional and helpful throughout, i would highly recommend her in future sales. I cant thank you enough :)

A representative from McHale & Co Solicitors responded to this review on 31 January, 2025:

Many thanks for your kind words, Damian.

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Mieszkanie

March 30, 2025

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Mieszkanie

I rarely leave reviews—when I do, it's either because I'm extremely dissatisfied or extremely satisfied with a service. In this case, it's the latter. I had the pleasure of working with Luke Dykes during my property purchase in the UK, and I can’t recommend him enough. He is highly proactive, incredibly responsive, and always on point with his advice. Throughout the process, he provided clear, timely guidance and went above and beyond to navigate challenges. If you need a solicitor who is efficient, knowledgeable, and truly committed to his clients, Luke is the one to go to.

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Commercial Property

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Purchase and Sale Of Commercial Property

Tomasz

March 10, 2025

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Tomasz

(Translated by Google) I would like to sincerely thank Ms. Nicole Frankiewicz who handled the purchase of the property for our company. I would also like to thank Ms. Katarzyna Kot-Herbert and Ms. Ilona Lis who made every effort to ensure that the process of purchasing the house was quick and efficient. I would like to thank the McHALE & CO Solicitors for their help and support.

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Chciałbym bardzo serdecznie podziękować Pani Nicole Frankiewicz która prowadziła sprawę zakupu nieruchomości dla naszej firmy. Dziękuję również Pani Katarzynie Kot-Herbert oraz Pani Ilonie Lis które dołożyły wszelkich starań aby proces zakupu domu przebiegł szybko i sprawnie. Dziękuję bardzo kancelarii McHALE & CO solicitors za okazaną pomoc i wsparcie.

A representative from McHale & Co Solicitors responded to this review on 14 March, 2025:

Thank you for your kind words, Tomasz. We're delighted to hear that Nicole, Katarzyna, and Ilona provided you with a smooth and efficient property purchase experience. We appreciate your trust in McHale & Co Solicitors.

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Bartosz

March 08, 2025

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Bartosz

Excellent service from McHale & Co Solicitors. Their responsiveness and professionalism made my property purchase process smooth and stress-free. I highly recommend their services to anyone needing expert legal support.

A representative from McHale & Co Solicitors responded to this review on 11 March, 2025:

Thank you for your kind review, Bartosz. We're delighted to hear that our team made your property purchase smooth and stress-free. We appreciate your recommendation!

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gingerbeard

March 04, 2025

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I recently had the pleasure of working with Marta, an exceptional conveyancing solicitor who made the entire process of purchasing my property smooth and stress-free. Marta's expertise and communication skills were truly outstanding.

From the outset, it was clear that she possessed a wealth of knowledge in property law. Marta expertly guided me through each step of the conveyancing process, explaining complex legal terms in a way that was easy to understand. Her thorough approach ensured that no detail was overlooked, giving me complete confidence in the handling of my case.

What truly set Marta apart was her excellent communication. They were always prompt in responding to my queries, often providing updates before I even had to ask and put of hours. Marta's clear and concise explanations helped me feel informed and in control throughout the entire process. Marta's ability to break down complicated legal jargon into plain English was particularly appreciated.

Marta's proactive approach was impressive to, which is a breath of fresh air. Marta anticipated potential issues and addressed them swiftly, preventing unnecessary delays. Her efficiency in dealing with other parties in the chain was remarkable, keeping the process moving forward smoothly.

Perhaps most importantly, Marta demonstrated a genuine commitment to client satisfaction. Marta was patient with my questions and concerns, always taking the time to provide thorough and reassuring answers. Her personable nature made what could have been a stressful experience feel much more manageable.

In conclusion, I wholeheartedly recommend this conveyancing solicitor. Marta's combination of extensive legal knowledge, exceptional communication skills, and client-focused approach made my property purchase a positive experience. If you're looking for a conveyancing solicitor who will go above and beyond to ensure a smooth transaction, look no further.

A representative from McHale & Co Solicitors responded to this review on 07 March, 2025:

Thank you so much for your thoughtful and detailed review. We’re thrilled to hear that Marta made your property purchase smooth and stress-free. Her expertise, communication, and proactive approach truly shine, and it’s wonderful to know she was able to guide you with clarity and confidence throughout the process. Your recommendation means the world to us, and we’re so glad that Marta was able to provide such a positive experience. If you ever need assistance in the future, we’d be happy to help!

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Sam

February 25, 2025

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Sam

McHale and Co. helped me buy the freehold for my house.

Marta was exceptional. Guiding me through every step and relentlessly chasing all parties to get documents completed and signed etc.
All communication was of the highest quality and consistent updates were provided when we were waiting for responses from the other solicitors and their clients.

It was great to see the process through to completion. I cannot recommend Marta and McHale and Co. highly enough. Thank you!

A representative from McHale & Co Solicitors responded to this review on 28 February, 2025:

Thank you so much for your fantastic review, Sam! We're thrilled to hear that Marta was able to provide such exceptional support throughout the process of buying the freehold for your house. It’s wonderful to know that her dedication and proactive approach made a difference for you. We're also glad that our communication and consistent updates kept you informed every step of the way. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. Thank you again, and we wish you all the best in your new chapter!

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