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Hansells

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Hansells Solicitors offer legal solutions to personal and corporate clients in Norfolk, across the UK and overseas.

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Hansells
have 4 other locations

10 Church Street
Cromer
NR27 9ER

1 Norwich Road
Norwich
NR11 6BN

10 Fairland Street
Wymondham
NR18 0AW

4 Grammar School Road
North Walsham
NR28 9JH

10 Church Street
Cromer
NR27 9ER

1 Norwich Road
Norwich
NR11 6BN

10 Fairland Street
Wymondham
NR18 0AW

4 Grammar School Road
North Walsham
NR28 9JH

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Available lawyers at Hansells

Craig Gosling

4.8 out of 5
(87)
Solicitor

Millie McAvoy

4.9 out of 5
(48)
Conveyancing Executive

Matt Hale

5.0 out of 5
(34)
Estates Practitioner

Gemma Murrell

4.6 out of 5
(23)
Solicitor

Lauren Cotton

4.9 out of 5
(19)
Senior Associate

Beverley Fulcher

4.8 out of 5
(18)
Paralegal F.Inst.Pa

Rebecca Fuller

4.8 out of 5
(17)
Solicitor

Chloe Edwards

4.9 out of 5
(11)
Solicitor

Natalie Smith

5.0 out of 5
(7)
Associate Solicitor

Rachel McGurk

5.0 out of 5
(7)
Solicitor

Andrea Bell

5.0 out of 5
(6)
COP Team Assistant

Deividas Kivyta

5.0 out of 5
(6)
Solicitor

Shelyna Mariscal

5.0 out of 5
(6)
Solicitor

Kathryn Hirst

5.0 out of 5
(5)
Solicitor

Mark Scott

5.0 out of 5
(5)
Senior Associate

Samantha Loombe

4.8 out of 5
(4)
Associate - COP Team

Adrian Toulson

5.0 out of 5
(3)
Solicitor

Timothy Hill

5.0 out of 5
(3)
Paralegal

Helen Cogman

5.0 out of 5
(2)
Paralegal

Jane Stockings

5.0 out of 5
(2)
Solicitor

Philip Norton

5.0 out of 5
(1)
Solicitor

Yvonne Benner

5.0 out of 5
(1)
Chartered Legal Executive

Harriet Rossi

0.0 out of 5
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Solicitor

How Hansells Compares

Value for money

This firm - 91%
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  • 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 4%
About Right 95%

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Would recommend to
friends and family

This firm - 97%
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You can use this data to see how Hansells performs against other law firms nationally. A score close to 100% indicates that this firm is highly valued by their clients.

As part of our review questionnaire we ask the question:

"Would you recommend this firm to somebody else?"

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 97%
No 3%

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Satisfied with
outcome of matter

This firm - 98%
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You can use this data to see how Hansells 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 98%
No 2%

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Rankings by area of expertise

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

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Nationally

Consumer
1st / 9
82nd / 4585
Company & Commercial
1st / 8
50th / 4363
Housing & Property
1st / 8
123rd / 4238
Family Law
1st / 11
52nd / 3838
Wills, Trusts & Probate
1st / 13
16th / 3498
Commercial Property
1st / 8
89th / 3311
Employment
1st / 7
91st / 3101
Regulations
1st / 7
21st / 2565
Personal Injury
1st / 6
120th / 2369
Money & Tax
1st / 6
40th / 1837
Professional Negligence
1st / 8
28th / 1197
Dispute Resolution
1st / 5
31st / 1031
Clinical Negligence
1st / 5
56th / 941
Notary
1st / 7
10th / 711
Construction
1st / 2
10th / 581
Charities
1st / 4
16th / 564
Energy & Transport
1st / 9
7th / 520

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

Review Sources

Client Reviews

4.8/5

Reviews summary

  • Excellent

    506

  • Very Good

    61

  • Average

    8

  • Poor

    2

  • Awful

    8

Overall experience

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  • Approachability
  • Documentation Accuracy
  • Legal knowledge
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Wills, Trusts & Probate

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Wills

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February 11, 2025

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A truly positive experience

I had the pleasure of working with Clare and was thoroughly impressed by her professionalism, friendly approach, and the sensible advice she provided. She was always approachable and took the time to explain everything in a straightforward manner. Clare responded promptly to all my queries, ensuring I was never left waiting. I would not hesitate to recommend her services and will certainly use her expertise again in the future.

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Susan
Wills, Trusts & Probate

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Wills

Susan

January 31, 2025

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Updating our wills and power of attorney

Craig provided a professional, efficient, and knowledgeable service when updating our wills and power of attorney. His friendly and approachable manner made the process smooth and easy to understand. With clear, practical advice and honest guidance on costs, we felt fully informed throughout. A pleasure to deal with—highly recommended and would use again.

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Anonymous
Wills, Trusts & Probate

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Wills

Anonymous

January 31, 2025

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Wills

Clare provided a professional and knowledgeable service, making the will process straightforward and easy to understand. Her friendly approach and direct communication made everything seamless. A first-class service—I would highly recommend and use again.

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Wills, Trusts & Probate

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Wills

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January 31, 2025

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Will review

Deividas provided a professional and knowledgeable service, making the will review a smooth and straightforward process. He was friendly, honest, and a pleasure to deal with. I would use his services again.

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Wills, Trusts & Probate

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Probate

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January 31, 2025

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Lasting power of attorney, health and welfare

Craig provided an efficient service with sensible advice, keeping me fully informed throughout. He was honest about costs, and I would highly recommend her. I would use her services again.

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January 30, 2025

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Will

Sara provided a professional, efficient, and knowledgeable service. Friendly and approachable, she ensured a smooth process with clear, sensible advice. Having direct contact with her made everything straightforward. The bill was correct with fixed fees, and I was kept fully aware throughout. I would use her services again.

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EA
Wills, Trusts & Probate

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Wills

EA

January 30, 2025

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will revision

Deividas provided a professional, efficient, and knowledgeable service when reviewing my will. A pleasure to deal with—friendly, approachable, and truly first-class.

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Richards & Lynda Hood
Wills, Trusts & Probate

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Wills

Richards & Lynda Hood

January 27, 2025

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Outstanding Service

Craig was outstanding in all areas.

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J Cartlidge
Wills, Trusts & Probate

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Wills

J Cartlidge

January 27, 2025

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Will writing and Power of Attorneys

Craig Gosling has been an absolute pleasure to work with. His professionalism and extensive knowledge were evident throughout our interactions. Craig made the process straightforward and approachable, providing clear guidance every step of the way. His friendly demeanor and commitment to delivering exceptional service were truly commendable. I would not hesitate to use his services again and wholeheartedly recommend him to others seeking reliable legal expertise.

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Company & Commercial

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Contractual Disputes

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January 03, 2025

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William

Really great service, Chloe Edwards was able to give me great advice in the same day and really reassured me. Would happily recommend using them!

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Lotti
Housing & Property

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Residential Conveyancing

Lotti

December 23, 2024

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Lotti

Used Hansells for a house purchase and had a very positive experience. Emma Duffield and Gemma Murrell made the process very straightforward and kept me updated throughout. Would recommend their services.

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August 16, 2024

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danny

Excellent service ,very professional.

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Adam

March 08, 2024

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I have been involved with the team at Hansells for a number of months now, and can truly say its been an absolute privilege!
Every team member I have had the pleasure to meet or be in their presence are really something quite special. Their approach to life, work and inspiring others is uplifting, and stands out for their genuine approach.
From a personal perspective I'm inspired by them all every time I'm in thier company and by their amazing work ethic.
Keep up the great work guys, and thank you 😊

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About this branch

Description

Hansells Solicitors are committed to providing you or your business with first class legal advice. Established in 1827, Hansells head office is located in Tombland, Norwich and has county offices in Aylsham, Cromer, North Walsham, Sheringham and Wymondham. Specialist advice is offered in: inheritance tax planning, wills, probate, divorce and living together, as well as business and employment law, litigation and real estate development. Hansells also provides expert services in charity law, clinical negligence, personal injury, agricultural and aviation law, alongside property and conveyancing and notary. Hansells are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.

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Personal areas of law

  • Clinical Negligence
    • Accident and Emergency Claims
    • Amputation Negligence Claims
    • Anaesthetic Awareness Claims
    • Birth Defect and Wrongful Birth Claims
    • Birth Injury Claims
    • Birth Injury To Mother Claims
    • Blood Transfusion Claims
    • Bowel Cancer Misdiagnosis Claims
    • Breast Cancer Misdiagnosis Claims
    • Breast Surgery Compensation Claims
    • C. Difficile Claims
    • Cancer Misdiagnosis Claims
    • Cauda Equina Syndrome Claims
    • Cerebral Palsy Claims
    • Cervical Cancer Misdiagnosis Claims
    • Clinical Negligence
    • Cochlear Implant Claims
    • Cosmetic Dentistry Claims
    • Cosmetic Surgery Claims
    • Defective Medical Device Claims
    • Dental Negligence
    • Dental Negligence Claims
    • Dermal Filler Compensation Claims
    • Diabetes Claims
    • Erb’s Palsy Compensation Claims
    • Eye Surgery Claims
    • Failed Sterilisation Claims
    • Fatal Medical Negligence Claims and Inquests
    • Faulty Defibrillator Claims
    • Fertility Negligence Claims
    • GP Negligence Claims
    • Group B Streptococcus Claims
    • Hospital Negligence Claims
    • Knee Replacement Claims
    • Laser Eye Surgery Claims
    • Laser Treatment Claims
    • Lung Cancer Misdiagnosis Claims
    • MRSA Claims
    • Medical Misdiagnosis Claims
    • Medical Negligence
    • Meningitis Misdiagnosis Claims
    • Metal-On-Metal Hip Replacement Claims
    • Misdiagnosed Miscarriage Claims
    • Nerve Damage Claims
    • Nerve Injury Claims
    • Ophthalmic Negligence Claims
    • Oral Cancer Claims
    • Orthopaedic Negligence Claims
    • Ovarian Cancer Misdiagnosis Claims
    • Pancreatic Cancer Misdiagnosis Claims
    • Periodontal Disease Claims
    • Pregnancy and Gynaecology Injury Claims
    • Pressure Sore Claims
    • Prostate Cancer Misdiagnosis Claims
    • Restorative Dentistry Claims
    • Sepsis Negligence Claims
    • Skin Cancer Misdiagnosis Claims
    • Sorin Stockert 3T Heater-Cooler Claims
    • Spinal Surgery Claims
    • Stillbirth Compensation Claims
    • Stroke Misdiagnosis Claims
    • Surgery Compensation Claims
    • Surgical and Transvaginal Mesh Claims
    • Testicular Cancer Misdiagnosis Claims
  • Consumer
    • Consumer Disputes
    • 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
  • Employment
    • Agency Staff / Temp Workers
    • Constructive/Unfair Dismissal
    • Disciplinary Hearings
    • Discrimination at Work
    • Employee Team Moves
    • Employment Contracts
    • Equal Pay Disputes
    • Family Leave
    • Flexible Working
    • Gardening Leave
    • Harassment/Bullying at Work
    • Holiday Pay Issues
    • Maternity and Paternity
    • Part Time Workers
    • 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
    • Asset protection and tax mitigation
    • Child Arrangements Following Divorce
    • Child Law
    • 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 After A Brain Or Other Serious Injury
    • Domestic Abuse
    • Family Mediation
    • Family law
    • Financial Matters
    • Grandparents' Rights
    • Inheritance Act claims
    • Injunctions
    • Matrimonial finance
    • Out Of Court Divorce
    • Parental responsibility, paternity disputes, surrogacy
    • Pension and property advice
    • Pre and Post Nuptial Agreements
    • 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
    • New home purchases and sales
    • Option agreements and conditional contracts
    • Planning
    • 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
    • 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
    • Insolvency and bankruptcy
    • Trusts
  • Notary
    • Notary
  • Personal Injury
    • Accident Abroad
    • Accident At Work
    • Accidents At Sea And Cruise Injury
    • Accidents In Public Places
    • Against The Council
    • Amputation
    • Asbestos Lung Cancer
    • Asbestosis
    • Back Injury At Work
    • Benefits Available To Asbestos Victims
    • Broken Bone Or Fracture
    • Burns, Scars and Lacerations At Work
    • Bus and Coach Accident
    • Car Accident
    • Car Passenger
    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Children's Accident
    • Children's Serious Injury
    • Chronic Pain
    • Cycling Accident
    • Defective Work Equipment
    • Diffuse Mesothelioma Payment Scheme
    • Dog Bite
    • Fall From Height
    • Fatal Accident
    • Fatal Asbestos
    • Gym Injury Compensation
    • Head Injury At Work
    • Head and Brain Injury
    • Holiday Accidents and Illness
    • Horse Riding Injury
    • Manual Handling
    • Mesothelioma Compensation
    • Motorbike Accident
    • No Win No Fee
    • Noise-Induced Hearing Loss
    • Occupational Asthma
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Pedestrian Accident
    • Personal Injury Law
    • Pleural Thickening
    • Repetitive Strain Injury
    • Road Traffic Accident
    • Road Traffic Accident Abroad
    • Serious Injury
    • Skiing Injury
    • Slips, Trips and Falls
    • Spinal Injury Compensation
    • Sports Injury
    • Supermarket Accident
    • Terrorism Abroad
    • Tinnitus
    • Vibration White Finger
    • Welfare Issues After Serious Injury
    • Whiplash
    • Workplace Slip and Trip
  • Professional Negligence
    • Professional Negligence
    • Professional Negligence law
  • Wills, Trusts & Probate
    • Disputed Probate
    • Disputed Trusts
    • Disputed Wills
    • Probate
    • Trusts
    • Wills

Business areas of law

  • 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
    • Planning law
    • 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)
    • Asset Tracing
    • Business structures and joint ventures
    • Commercial Law
    • Commercial Litigation Matters
    • Competition law
    • Contractual Disputes
    • Corporate Law
    • Corporate finance
    • Data Protection
    • Employment - business
    • Franchising
    • Management buyouts
    • Merchandising and sponsorship
    • Mergers and Acquisitions
    • Mis-sold Interest Rate Swap Agreements
    • Partnership and LLP law
    • Sales and Purchases
    • Setting up a business
    • Share option schemes
    • Shareholder Agreements
    • Shareholder and Partnership Disputes
    • Statutory Demands
    • Summary Judgment
    • Tax
    • Unfair Loan Charges
  • Construction
    • Building contracts and professional appointments
    • Construction
    • Construction and engineering dispute resolution
    • Contracts for the supply, installation and maintenance of specialist mechanical and electrical plant
    • Crane oversailing and scaffolding licences
    • Development agreements
    • Development loan facilities
    • Due diligence audits for banks and other financial institutions
    • Engineering contracts
    • Facility maintenance agreements
    • Framework agreements
    • Guarantees and bonds
    • In-house training
    • Warranties, third party rights and reliance letters
  • Energy & Transport
    • Aviation
  • Regulations
    • Environment
    • Health and Safety
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