Bramsdon & Childs

01489 888240

Established in 1878, Bramsdon & Childs offer a wide range of legal services to both individual and commercial clients. We put this longevity down to our friendly and reliable service and always going that extra mile to give our clients that all-important personal touch. As a result, some of our clients have been with us for generations. Read more...

Address
The Square
Bishops Waltham
Southampton
Hampshire
SO32 1GJ
01489 888240
www.bramsdonandchilds.com

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Available lawyers at Bramsdon & Childs

Elizabeth Barlow

Serhan Handani

Chloe Lawson

Andrew Rafferty

Eve Debenham

Megan Burnett

Selina Williams

Vicki Paine

How Bramsdon & Childs Compares

Value for money

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This firm - 91%

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 Bramsdon & Childs on ReviewSolicitors.

As part of our review questionnaire we ask reviewer questions about the value for money they felt they received by using Bramsdon & Childs. 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 0%

Overpriced 0%

About Right 100%

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Satisfied with
outcome of matter

This firm - 91%

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ReviewSolicitors uses our community data to show you how many clients used Bramsdon & Childs 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 Bramsdon & Childs 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 91%

No 9%

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Rankings by area of expertise

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

Consumer

1st / 1

456th / 4662

Company & Commercial

1st / 1

494th / 4424

Housing & Property

1st / 2

661st / 4270

Family Law

1st / 2

723rd / 3864

Wills, Trusts & Probate

1st / 1

622nd / 3533

Commercial Property

1st / 1

517th / 3351

Employment

1st / 1

480th / 3128

Money & Tax

1st / 1

320th / 1854

Professional Negligence

1st / 1

238th / 1212

IT & Intellectual Property

1st / 1

169th / 1061

Dispute Resolution

1st / 1

275th / 1035

Agriculture

1st / 1

209th / 597

Construction

1st / 1

128th / 581

Charities

1st / 1

118th / 571

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

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Client Reviews

4.6/5

Reviews summary

Excellent

82
Very Good

2
Average

0
Poor

2
Awful

7

Overall experience

Value For Money
Communication
Initial Impressions
Approachability
Documentation Accuracy
Legal knowledge

Housing & Property

Matter Type:

Residential Conveyancing

Sarah

July 30, 2024

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OVER 50 CASES AND NOT ONCE LET ME DOWN…

As an estate agent I deal with the good, the bad and the ugly in terms of conveyancing solicitors but Hannah Rafferty is in a category of her own. Superb! I recommend her regularly and she is yet to have anyone unhappy with her services and her communicative approach is unlike that of many other solicitors - she often comes to me to with updates.

She also did my own sale and purchase last year which of course, flew through…

Megan, her paralegal, is a close 2nd in terms of sales person you want acting on your file!

Carrie, Theresa & Cherry in the office are all lovely to deal with too…

Lawyer named in this review:
Hannah Rafferty

Hannah Rafferty

A representative from Bramsdon & Childs responded to this review on 01 August, 2024:

Dear Sarah, Thank you for your high praise of Hannah and her team. We're thrilled to hear that their exceptional service and communication have made such a positive impact on your experience. We appreciate your recommendation and are glad that your sale and purchase went smoothly. Best regards, Bramsdon & Childs

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Shyam

July 25, 2024

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Was an amazing experience with no stress at all. Hannah and her assistants were amazing throughout the whole process. Was really happy from start to finish. Would Definatly recommend.

Lawyer named in this review:
Hannah Rafferty

Hannah Rafferty

A representative from Bramsdon & Childs responded to this review on 29 July, 2024:

Dear Shyam, Thank you for your kind words. We’re delighted to hear that Hannah and her team provided a stress-free and satisfying experience. Your recommendation is greatly appreciated. Best regards, Bramsdon & Childs

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Jill

October 23, 2023

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Thank you

Very approachable

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Michael

May 09, 2023

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Friendly service

Everything was explained whilst taking the time to listen, all done in a friendly manner, I felt at ease.

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Robert

April 26, 2023

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Very professional

Total confidence in Bramsdon and Childs, very warm and friendly place, good advice, a huge problem is dealt with so professionally by them. Every issue explained clearly.

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Ian

April 26, 2023

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Very happy

Very happy with your service.

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Anonymous

March 18, 2023

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Fabulous law firm

Everyone at B&C are friendly and put you at ease. Fabulous people, wouldn’t go to or trust anyone else.

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Tony

November 20, 2024

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Excellent - friendly, approachable, knowledgeable.

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Serhan has been an accessible, friendly, and knowledge contact for all of my personal legal needs - from Will writing and family matters to more complex civil cases. I have found Serhan to communicate clearly and succinctly, explaining concepts in ways I can understand in order to make the most informed choices. I would entirely recommend Serhan to anybody who feels they need legal support and guidance.

Lawyer named in this review:
Serhan Handani

Serhan Handani

Serhan Handani from Bramsdon & Childs responded to this review on 20 November, 2024:

Thank you for your review Tony. I look forward to acting for you again in the future.

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Pippa

November 01, 2024

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House sale

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Complete lack of communication especially in the latter stages of our house sale. What was a difficult personal situation was made more stressful by the lack of contact

Lawyer named in this review:
Hannah Rafferty

Hannah Rafferty

A representative from Bramsdon & Childs responded to this review on 05 November, 2024:

Thank you for your feedback. We have been attempting to contact you to discuss your concerns but have not been able to get hold of you. Please feel free to either call the office or email us with a time that you will be available, and we will be happy to give you a call.

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Housing & Property

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Matter Type:

Landlord and Tenant

Antony Gough

September 11, 2024

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Elizabeth and her colleagues are very professional they always kept us in the loop we had direct contact with her at all times.
Very knowledgeable.
Responded in a timely manner proactive and very approachable.
Would definitely use them again.

Lawyer named in this review:
Elizabeth Barlow

Elizabeth Barlow

A representative from Bramsdon & Childs responded to this review on 16 September, 2024:

Thank you for your kind words, Antony. We're glad Elizabeth and the team provided professional, timely, and approachable service. We look forward to assisting you again.

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Sarah

July 29, 2024

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Sarah

A representative from Bramsdon & Childs responded to this review on 01 August, 2024:

Thank you, Sarah, for your outstanding feedback. We’re thrilled to hear that Hannah Rafferty and our team, including Megan, Carrie, Theresa, and Cherry, have consistently delivered exceptional service and effective communication. It’s gratifying to know that Hannah's approach and the support from our office have stood out in your experience. Your high recommendation and continued trust are deeply appreciated.

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Metin

May 13, 2024

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Metin

I used Bramsdon & Childs as my choice of solicitors to buy my first property and they did an excellent job.

Hannah and her team provide me very detailed explanations in each step of the process.

Professional, excellent communication and they were always answering questions with no delay.

I definitely recommend Bramsdon & Childs to anyone who needs a solicitor.

A representative from Bramsdon & Childs responded to this review on 16 May, 2024:

Dear Metin, Thank you for choosing Bramsdon & Childs as your solicitors for your first property purchase. We are delighted to hear that Hannah and our team provided you with detailed explanations, professional service, excellent communication, and prompt responses to your inquiries throughout the process. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we are grateful for the opportunity to assist you.

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Denise

September 28, 2023

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Denise

After wasting 18mths trying to solve an issue selling a flat with another solicitor I contacted Hannah at Bramsdon and Child's and she sorted it out quickly and cost effectively. A great firm, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them.

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Stuart

September 22, 2023

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Stuart

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I had the absolute pleasure of working with Bramsdon&Childs Solicitors for the purchase of my first mortgage, and I couldn't be happier with the outstanding service I received. Hannah Rafferty and Megan Barnet went above and beyond to make the entire process seamless and stress-free.

Hannah's expertise and attention to detail ensured that every legal aspect was handled with precision. She patiently answered all my questions and guided me through each step, making me feel confident in my decisions.

Megan's dedication and responsiveness were truly exceptional. She kept me informed throughout the entire process, promptly addressing any concerns and ensuring that everything progressed smoothly.

Thanks to Hannah and Megan, I'm now a proud homeowner, and I couldn't have done it without their expertise and support. I highly recommend Bramsdon&Childs Solicitors, especially the incredible duo of Hannah Rafferty and Megan Barnet, for anyone seeking top-notch legal assistance in their property matters. Five stars all the way! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Sarah

July 26, 2023

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Excellent service throughout! They were head and shoulders above the solicitors we used for our first house purchase. Hannah, particularly, is very responsive and nothing was too much trouble. Worth the extra money...there's a reason other solicitors are cheap!

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Experience and expertise are undoubtedly essential when it comes to legal advice but it’s the details that make all the difference. Here at Bramsdon & Childs we take the time to get to know each and every case, and each and every client, tailoring bespoke legal solutions to your individual requirements.

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Personal areas of law

Consumer
- Consumer Disputes
- Consumer Rights
- Dispute resolution - civil mediation
- Libel and Defamation
- Litigation - Breach of contract
- Litigation - Insurance disputes
- Litigation - M&A and warranty disputes
- Litigation - Product liability claims
- Litigation - Property litigation claims
- Litigation - Trust and pension issues
- Litigation Law
- Malicious falsehood
Employment
- Agency Staff / Temp Workers
- Constructive/Unfair Dismissal
- Disciplinary Hearings
- Discrimination at Work
- Employment Contracts
- Employment Law
- Equal Pay Disputes
- Family Leave
- Flexible Working
- Gardening Leave
- Harassment/Bullying at Work
- Holiday Pay Issues
- Maternity and Paternity
- Military
- Part Time Workers
- Pay Issue
- Pension Law
- Privacy and Data Protection
- Professional Discipline
- Redundancy
- Restrictive Covenants
- Senior Executives
- Settlement Agreements
- Stress at Work
- TUPE
- Tribunal Claims
- UK Employment Laws
- Unfair Dismissal Claims
- Whistleblower Protection
Family Law
- Adoption, Surrogacy, Care and Special Guardianship
- Annulment
- Asset protection and tax mitigation
- Change of name
- Child Abduction
- Child Access
- Child Arrangements Following Divorce
- Child Custody
- Child Law
- Child Maintenance
- Child Relocation After Divorce
- Child contact
- Children
- Children Act proceedings
- Civil Partnership Dissolution
- Civil partnerships
- Cohabitation agreements and disputes
- Cohabitation and Unmarried Relationships
- Collaborative Law
- Divorce
- Divorce After A Brain Or Other Serious Injury
- Divorce Mediation
- Domestic Abuse
- Domestic Violence
- Family Mediation
- Family law
- Financial Matters
- Grandparents' Rights
- High Net Worth Divorce
- Inheritance Act claims
- Injunctions
- Lasting power of attorney
- Marriage and civil partnerships
- Matrimonial finance
- Out Of Court Divorce
- Parental responsibility, paternity disputes, surrogacy
- Pension and property advice
- Pre and Post Nuptial Agreements
- Separation
- Separation Agreement
- Social Services
- Unmarried Couples' Rights
Housing & Property
- Anti-social Behaviour
- Boundary Disputes
- Buying at auction
- Declarations of trusts
- Deeds of Gifts
- Deeds of easements, variation, deeds of rectifications
- Dilapidation Claims
- Evicting Squatters and Trespassers
- Exclusivity and lock-out agreements
- Extending your Lease
- Freehold Enfranchisement
- Housing Associations
- Housing Management
- Housing disputes
- Injunctions
- Investment and buy to let properties
- Landlord and Tenant
- Lease Extensions
- Leasehold properties
- Matrimonial transfers
- Neighbour Disputes
- New home purchases and sales
- Option agreements and conditional contracts
- Possession and repossession proceedings
- Property Disputes
- Purchase and Sale
- Remortgaging
- Renting and Tenancy Agreements
- Repossessions
- Residential Conveyancing
- Restrictive Covenants, Easements and Wayleaves
- Right of First Refusal
- Right of Way and Rights to Light
- Right to Manage
- Second charges
- Service Charge Disputes
- Service Charge Recovery
- Tenancy Breaches, Injunctions and Forfeiture Claims
- Tenant Eviction
- Transfer of title
- Transfers of equity
- Transfers of parts of land
- Unpaid Rent, Service or Ground Charges
Money & Tax
- Debt and Bankruptcy
Professional Negligence
- Accountants
- Architects
- Barristers
- Engineers
- Financial advisors
- IT professionals
- Insurance brokers
- Professional Negligence
- Professional Negligence law
- Professional trustees
- Surveyors
- Tax consultants
- Valuers
Wills, Trusts & Probate
- Disputed Probate
- Disputed Trusts
- Disputed Wills
- Probate
- Trusts
- Wills

Business areas of law

Agriculture
- Agricultural land for sale or development
- Buying and selling a farm
- Employment of farm workers
- Farm partnerships and corporate structures
- Farming disputes
Charities
- Charities
Commercial Property
- Commercial Leases
- Commercial mortgages
- Developer disputes
- Development plot sales
- Environmental policy law
- Finance
- Investment purchases and Buy to Let
- Landlord and tenant
- Purchase and Sale Of Commercial Property
- Purchase of development land
- Rights of way issues
- Sales or purchases of shops, factories, warehouses, offices and licensed premises
Company & Commercial
- Agency agreements
- Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
- Business structures and joint ventures
- Commercial Contracts and Agreements
- Commercial Law
- Commercial Litigation Matters
- Contract law
- Contractual Disputes
- Corporate Law
- Corporate finance
- Data Protection
- Debt Recovery
- Employment - business
- Franchising
- Litigation for Holiday and Residential Parks
- Management buyouts
- Partnership and LLP law
- Sales and Purchases
- Setting up a business
- Share option schemes
- Shareholder Agreements
- Shareholder and Partnership Disputes
- Slander
- Small businesses
- Statutory Demands
- Summary Judgment
Construction
- Development agreements
- Development loan facilities
- Guarantees and bonds
Dispute Resolution
- Mediation
IT & Intellectual Property
- GDPR

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Bramsdon & Childs

Accreditations

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Available lawyers at Bramsdon & Childs

How Bramsdon & Childs Compares

Value for money

Would recommend tofriends and family

Satisfied withoutcome of matter

Rankings by area of expertise

Review Sources

Reviews summary

Excellent

Very Good

Average

Poor

Awful

Overall experience

OVER 50 CASES AND NOT ONCE LET ME DOWN…

Gosai’s Review

Thank you

Friendly service

Very professional

Very happy

Fabulous law firm

Excellent - friendly, approachable, knowledgeable.

House sale

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Reviews collected from

Sarah

Metin

Denise

Stuart

Sarah

Bramsdon & Childs are accredited by

About this branch

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Regulated by

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Personal areas of law

Business areas of law

Would recommend to
friends and family

Satisfied with
outcome of matter