Lockings Solicitors

01482 300200

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Lockings Solicitors is a law firm with offices in York, Beverley and Hull. Our lawyers have served the local community and beyond since 1949. We specialise in Compromise Agreements for Employees, Child Care Proceedings, Conveyancing, Disputes, Powers of Attorney, Probate and Wills. Read more...

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Suite 2A
18 Back Swinegate
North Yorkshire
YO1 8AD
01482 300200
www.lockings.co.uk

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Craig Schofield

4.8 out of 5

(199)

Associate Director (non-solicitor)

Joanna Cheffings

Adele Kirk

Conveyancing executive

Emily Withill

Dawn Clarke

Katrina Turnbull

Transaction Co-ordinator

Lana Fairfield

Andrew McBirnie

Bhavikaben Patel

Rachelle Laisnez

Declan Cresswell

Conveyancing Co-Ordinator

Emma Greenwood

Joanne Liversidge

Angela Chapman

Conveyancing executive (non-solicitor)

Ellie Medforth

0.0 out of 5

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Paralegal

How Lockings Solicitors Compares

Value for money

This firm - 95%

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Underpriced 0%

Overpriced 0%

About Right 100%

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outcome of matter

This firm - 98%

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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 Lockings Solicitors offers to clients. You can see how good the service offered is in comparison to all other law firms nationally.

Consumer

2nd / 31

106th / 4644

Company & Commercial

2nd / 4

141st / 4409

Housing & Property

2nd / 6

478th / 4270

Family Law

3rd / 19

262nd / 3860

Wills, Trusts & Probate

2nd / 6

231st / 3528

Commercial Property

2nd / 4

109th / 3340

Employment

2nd / 4

150th / 3125

Personal Injury

2nd / 21

139th / 2396

Professional Negligence

2nd / 10

54th / 1210

Dispute Resolution

2nd / 3

82nd / 1036

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

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4.9/5

Reviews summary

Excellent

1904
Very Good

125
Average

17
Poor

9
Awful

18

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Housing & Property

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New home purchases and sales

Vicky

December 16, 2024

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Would recommend to anyone

I've been dealing with Lockings for the last 4 months during a house sale. I've dealt with numerous people in the firm and they were all friendly, helpful and efficient. My case was complex and was handed over to Rachelle, who has been excellent. Rachelle always answered my emails quickly, professionally and kindly and when things didn't quite go to plan, the situation was explained to me clearly and with kind advice and I felt confident making the decision I landed on.

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Rachelle Laisnez

Rachelle Laisnez

A representative from Lockings Solicitors responded to this review on 17 December, 2024:

Thank you for your kind words, Vicky. We're pleased to hear that our team, especially Rachelle, provided you with friendly, professional, and efficient support throughout your complex house sale. Your confidence in our advice means a lot to us.

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Residential Conveyancing

Emmy Mitchell

December 13, 2023

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Excellent conveyancing service

Dawn and James provided an excellent service, were highly communicative and very helpful in explaining the process to me.

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Dawn Clarke

Dawn Clarke

A representative from Lockings Solicitors responded to this review on 14 December, 2023:

Dear Emmy, Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that Dawn and James provided you with excellent service and clear communication. If you ever need assistance again, don't hesitate to reach out. Best regards, Lockings Solicitors

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Housing & Property

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Residential Conveyancing

karen

November 29, 2023

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Solomon Investment Partners - Empire Property Holdings Deposti

Numerous investors have worked through Lockings Solictors for Empire Property Holdings/Solomon Investment Partners Property Introductions - Property Purchases, but now need a process to get their Deposits back... What is Lockings Solictors doing to support Investors in this action, considering that Solomon Investment Partners has now been liquidated? Understand that all Lockings have done is requested a payment of £420 to get deposits back and then nothing has happened?

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Michele

November 29, 2023

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House sale

The sale was managed professionally. I had great communication from James Turnbull he was very helpful and informative. All my queries were dealt with promptly he was a huge help in guiding me through the process. I would highly recommend him.

A representative from Lockings Solicitors responded to this review on 04 December, 2023:

Thank you for your positive review! We're delighted to hear that your sale was managed professionally and that James Turnbull provided great communication, helpfulness, and informativeness throughout the process. It's wonderful to know that your queries were addressed promptly, and that James played a significant role in guiding you through the process. Your recommendation is greatly appreciated. If you ever need assistance in the future, please feel free to reach out. Thank you for choosing our services!

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Ken

October 12, 2023

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Property purchase service

Thank you for this good news! During the challenge of covid, the financial crisis affecting our mortgage, and along the 'highways and byways and the ups and downs' of this 3 year long journey.
We wish to thank you, and all the members of your 'Lockings' team who have professionally helped us to purchase our property in Consort House, Doncaster.
Best Regards
K&C Lowe

Lawyer named in this review:
Rachelle Laisnez

Rachelle Laisnez

A representative from Lockings Solicitors responded to this review on 12 October, 2023:

Thank you, Ken. We are thrilled to have been part of your journey in purchasing your property. Thank you for your kind words about Rachelle's service, your feedback means a lot to us. Best Wishes, Lockings Solicitors.

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Anonymous

October 10, 2023

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Champions of Client Unfriendlyness

I would like to nominate this firm for the Nobel Price for client unfriendliness: they deal with you as client as you being a drug dealer documentary demands about money flows that entirely exceeds what is required by law, e-mails are not responded to, same for telephone calls, deadlines are announced days before the actual date. Really extremely client unfriendly; they do not work for you as a client although they will charge you for services not, or very poorly, provided. Imported work is done by very junior unexperienced staff. Stay away from these people if you can as much as possible. Elbert Willem Timmerman

A representative from Lockings Solicitors responded to this review on 12 October, 2023:

Thank you for your feedback. Whilst we don't accept the facts as you have stated them we recognise that you are very unhappy and frustrated. We want our all customers to be happy and that's what we achieve most of the time. We are going to work with you to try and resolve this and get you the outcome you are seeking as soon as possible. Thank you.

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Claire

September 26, 2023

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Best solicitor around!

Excellent solicitor very thorough saved us money wouldn’t hesitate to recommend. In fact we’re already using them again.

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Dawn Clarke

Dawn Clarke

A representative from Lockings Solicitors responded to this review on 27 September, 2023:

Thank you for your kind words, Claire. We are thrilled to hear that you found Dawn to be excellent and thorough. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to assisting you again in the future. Best Wishes, Lockings Solicitors.

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Purchase and Sale

George

August 22, 2023

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Great experience

I have worked with Lockings on several property purchases. They have been great to deal with. Always fast and efficient. Highly recommend them.

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Rachelle Laisnez

Rachelle Laisnez

A representative from Lockings Solicitors responded to this review on 23 August, 2023:

Dear George, thank you for your recommendation. We are pleased to have consistently provided fast and efficient service for your property purchases. Your feedback means a lot to us, and we will make sure to pass on your kind words to Rachelle. Best Wishes, Lockings Solicitors

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Residential Conveyancing

Simon

May 03, 2023

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Excellent service

Dawn at Locking where Brilliant through the whole purchasing process, I would highly recommend Lockings

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Dawn Clarke

Dawn Clarke

A representative from Lockings Solicitors responded to this review on 04 May, 2023:

Hi Simon, It's always great to hear when someone has received excellent service and I'm sure that your recommendation will be valuable to others who are looking for legal assistance. If you have any further legal needs or questions in the future, please don't hesitate to reach out.

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Purchase and Sale

K Kaur

March 29, 2023

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Amazing!!! Look no further!!!

Dawn lead our purchase.

From the first call we had with her, we honestly thought she was amazing, and it was too good to be true.

Throughout the whole process Dawn has been excellent there are no faults or weaknesses to mention.

She has been perfect!

Very responsive on the phone and email.

On the phone very personable and pleasant to speak with.

We cannot recommend and thank her enough.

This firm is great.

Look no further and instruct them.

Lawyer named in this review:
Dawn Clarke

Dawn Clarke

A representative from Lockings Solicitors responded to this review on 31 March, 2023:

Hi there, thank you for taking the time to leave this review. I am pleased to hear you are happy with our service and I will pass on your comments to Dawn and the rest of the Property Team. We would be happy to help you with any further legal aid in the future. Kind Regards, Lockings Solicitors

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ian

December 12, 2024

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ian

After numerous attempts trying to find a solicitor in York that does ID1 verification for land registry.
I managed to find William Baggaley of lockings solicitors he was very professional and what a pleasure it was. I definitely would recommend.

A representative from Lockings Solicitors responded to this review on 12 December, 2024:

Thanks, Ian. We are delighted you are pleased and we are glad to have helped. We look forward to working with you again in the future. Regards.

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Iris

August 01, 2024

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Iris

Rebecca has been amazing for my purchase of new home. Smooth communication and speedy updates during process. Feel cared and take my case individually. Highly recommend Lockings. 🥰

A representative from Lockings Solicitors responded to this review on 14 August, 2024:

Thank you Iris. We really appreciate your custom and your review. We are delighted you are pleased. We look forward to working with you again in the future. Regards.

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Esten

June 03, 2024

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Esten

Dawn & Team,
I am always happy to using Lockings Solicitors since my first property buying. Many thanks for your excellent work on my behalf. You were so thorough, persistent, fair and transparent. I shall always say, “I had the best possible solicitor” to fight my cause in every single steps. Your quick response, clear and concise advice can't make any faults.

A representative from Lockings Solicitors responded to this review on 17 June, 2024:

Thank you for your review. We really appreciate your custom and your feedback. We look forward to working with you again in the future. Regards.

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Yaseen

February 11, 2024

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Yaseen

Very Good service & easy to understand
Thank you for making it happen!
Very thorough and professional.
I really appreciated how you were on top of things and how you kept me informed every step of the way.

A representative from Lockings Solicitors responded to this review on 11 February, 2024:

Thanks Yaseen. We are delighted you are pleased. We look forward to working with you again in the future. Regards.

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Paul

January 05, 2024

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Paul

We received first class service from Locking solicitors, right from first contacting an advisor via chat. An appointment was requested for an ID1 form to be signed and witnessed, for my wife. A message was left at the York office for Will Bagley to contact us, to arrange an appointment. Will, contacted us very quickly, and kindly offered an appointment to suit us, therefore changing his planned schedule. Will was polite, knowledgeable, and has a brilliant personality. He makes you feel comfortable and very relaxed, as if you have known him for years. Both my wife and I were very impressed with Locking solicitors overall, including the receptionist ladies, who answered our initial phone calls. They are a very organised business, and will not disappoint people requiring their assistance.

A representative from Lockings Solicitors responded to this review on 05 January, 2024:

Thanks Paul. We are delighted you are pleased. We really appreciate your custom and you leaving such a detailed and positive review which is sure to be of help to other customers. We look forward to working with you again in the future. Regards.

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Ruby Magson

November 10, 2021

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Ruby Magson

Helped me through my first house sale and I couldn’t of asked for a better team to help me. Emily was great and was happy to help out with any questions at any time! Really professional, friendly team who get back to you really quickly, which is just what you need when dealing with a house sale! Will definitely be using them for future house purchases/sales

Lawyer named in this review:
Emily Withill

Emily Withill

A representative from Lockings Solicitors responded to this review on 18 November, 2021:

Thanks Ruby! We really appreciate you taking the time to feedback and we are delighted you are happy. We look forward to working with you again in the future. Regards.

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Kim Sage

August 31, 2021

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Helped us through buying our first house. Explained each step so we were clear and understood, very friendly. Quick replies - even through lockdowns. Found them via the Blue light Card which was also a bonus for us. Highly recommend.

Lawyer named in this review:
Emily Withill

Emily Withill

A representative from Lockings Solicitors responded to this review on 21 October, 2021:

Hi Kim. Thanks for your review. We are delighted you are happy and we look forward to working with you again in the future. Regards.

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Cathy Elizabeth

August 21, 2020

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Cathy Elizabeth

Craig from the Beverley branch has now been the conveyancer for two of our house purchases and he is fantastic. I have never waited more than 30 mins for an email back even when I email and more than likely ask the same thing numerous times he always has the patience to get back to me. He is quick in his work and an all round generally great solicitor - thank you Craig.

We are also grateful to Eddy at the Beverley branch who will always give us great advice and help push through our previous transactions. Really do recommend this firm.

Thanks again guys for all your hard work 😊

Lawyer named in this review:
Craig Schofield

Craig Schofield

A representative from Lockings Solicitors responded to this review on 14 September, 2020:

Thank you for your review Cathy. We really appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future. Best wishes.

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Description

Lockings Solicitors is a law firm with offices in York, Beverley and Hull. Our lawyers have served the local community and beyond since 1949. Our award winning team maintain the highest standards by following 6 rules: 1. We’re here to help with legal advice and support. 2. We will carry out your wishes. 3. We will always keep you in the loop. 4. We will avoid complicated legal phrases and help you understand the legal process. 5. We will keep our legal fees fair and transparent. 6. We will give a Free Initial Chat Service from 8am to 8pm, 7 days a week. Just dial 01482 300200. We specialise in Compromise Agreements for Employees, Child Care Proceedings, Conveyancing, Disputes, Powers of Attorney, Probate and Wills.

Practice areas

We specialise in Compromise Agreements for Employees, Child Care Proceedings, Conveyancing, Disputes, Powers of Attorney, Probate and Wills.

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Personal areas of law

Consumer
- Consumer Disputes
- Dispute resolution - civil mediation
- 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
- Child Abduction
- Child Access
- Child Custody
- Child Law
- Child Relocation After Divorce
- Child contact
- Children
- Children Act proceedings
- Domestic Abuse
- Domestic Violence
- Elderly care
- Elderly care home fees
- Family law
- Financial Matters
- Inheritance Act claims
- Injunctions
- Social Services
Housing & Property
- Buying at auction
- Declarations of trusts
- Deeds of Gifts
- Extending your Lease
- Freehold Enfranchisement
- 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
- Possession and repossession proceedings
- Purchase and Sale
- Remortgaging
- Residential Conveyancing
- Restrictive Covenants, Easements and Wayleaves
- Right to Manage
- Service Charge Disputes
- Service Charge Recovery
- Transfer of title
- Transfers of equity
- Transfers of parts of land
- Unpaid Rent, Service or Ground Charges
Personal Injury
- Against The Council
- Benefits Available To Asbestos Victims
- Diffuse Mesothelioma Payment Scheme
- Gym Injury Compensation
- Personal Injury Law
- Welfare Issues After Serious Injury
Professional Negligence
- Barristers
- Financial advisors
- IT professionals
- Insurance brokers
- Professional trustees
- Valuers
Wills, Trusts & Probate
- Probate
- Trusts
- Wills

Business areas of law

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
- Commercial Law
- Credit Control
- Debt Recovery
- Employment - business
- Tax
Dispute Resolution
- Mediation

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Overall experience

Would recommend to anyone

Excellent conveyancing service

Solomon Investment Partners - Empire Property Holdings Deposti

House sale

Property purchase service

Champions of Client Unfriendlyness

Best solicitor around!

Great experience

Excellent service

Amazing!!! Look no further!!!

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ian

Iris

Esten

Yaseen

Paul

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Ruby Magson

Kim Sage

Cathy Elizabeth

Lockings Solicitors are accredited by

About this branch

Description

Practice areas

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Personal areas of law

Business areas of law

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Satisfied with
outcome of matter