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How Howells Solicitors Compares

Value for money

This firm - 96%
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Poor Competitive Excellent

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 Howells Solicitors on ReviewSolicitors.

As part of our review questionnaire we ask reviewer questions about the value for money they felt they received by using Howells 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 3%
Overpriced 2%
About Right 93%

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Would recommend to
friends and family

This firm - 99%
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ReviewSolicitors uses our community data to show you how many clients used Howells Solicitors and have had a satisfactory experience where they have indicated that they would recommend the services of the law firm to their friends and family.

You can use this data to see how Howells Solicitors 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 99%
No 1%

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

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

4.9/5

Reviews summary

  • Excellent

    1010
  • Very Good

    44
  • Average

    3
  • Poor

    1
  • Awful

    13

Overall experience

  • Value For Money
  • Communication
  • Initial Impressions
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  • Legal knowledge
Lorna shim

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Lorna shim

December 21, 2024

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Will

I couldn’t have chosen a better firm to complete my will . Louise Tissington made it so easy for me to, she was very warm receptive and understanding, she was very considerate with my decisions and offered great advice and assistance. I would recommend this firm to my friends or anyone considering making a will. From start to finish the whole process was so easy . You are greeted by a warm and kind receptionist who made you feel so welcome and offered drinks which was truly appreciated. I thank you all for everything.

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Anonymous

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Matter Type:

Wills

Anonymous

December 19, 2024

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Free will month

Absolutely excellent service, so helpful and kind
Would definitely use again if circumstances changed
Thank you

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Karen scott

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Fatal Medical Negligence Claims and Inquests

Karen scott

December 19, 2024

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Medical Negligence

My father passed away December 30th 2022 from a series of failures, failures that unfortunately led to my dad passing.
Howells Solicitors was recommended to me by a work colleague. Amy Fiddler came to visit my mum and I at my parents home, to talk through the options available to us. Amy was lovely, very caring and understanding of the issues we as family were going through, we never felt rushed or that we had taken too much of her time up.
Amy kept us updated throughout, letting us know when she would be out of office and who to contact if she wasn’t around.
Amy gave us lots of support and guidance throughout regarding professionals that may need to be contacted to help our case move forward.
My mum became terminally ill during our time with Howells, Amy supported us and gave us the best advice and support to move forward and bring some closure for our family. Amy was always respectful when discussing monetary terms in regards dads passing and understood the upset this may cause us.

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Cara Dove

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Matter Type:

Assault

Cara Dove

December 19, 2024

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Amazing representation

Could not recommend Howells solicitors more, thanks to Kathyrn my XL bully will be returned home by the police in time for Christmas

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Mark Wheeler

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Matter Type:

Divorce

Mark Wheeler

December 18, 2024

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100% Well Done

Extremely knowledgeable on my specific requirements
Made the right decision choosing this law company
Came away from the discussion feeling more in control of my situation
Job well done
👍

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Heidi

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Matter Type:

Probate

Heidi

December 17, 2024

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Probate

Great service, I felt very well supported throughout the process by Lindsey.

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Ria D

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Matter Type:

Fatal Medical Negligence Claims and Inquests

Ria D

December 12, 2024

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A truly compassionate solicitor

After watching my mum go through a traumatic experience with medical negligence, I then had to go through the dehumanising process of contacting every single medical negligence solicitor I could — going through the worst thing that’s ever happened in detail, over and over only to be told no. Amy was the first person who truly listened and saw the case for what it was — recognised that mental health is just as important as physical, and that what happened simply should never have. She has been nothing but empathetic and attentive throughout the lengthy process from first signing on to now coming to the end of settlement, has kept me updated at every turn and I can’t recommend her enough.

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Lauren fisher

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Matter Type:

Medical Misdiagnosis Claims

Lauren fisher

December 12, 2024

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Excellent

Michelle has been absolutely amazing I couldn't have asked for a better solicitor, there is no waiting around she gets back to me with any questions asked immediately, I would highly suggest her if your needing a solicitor

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Jayne Ward

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Matter Type:

Divorce

Jayne Ward

December 05, 2024

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Pending Divorce advice

Can’t thank Alyson enough for her no frills advice.
Have a bigger understanding of my situation and actions required.
Would definitely recommend

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Stacey Mcdougall

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Matter Type:

Fatal Medical Negligence Claims and Inquests

Stacey Mcdougall

December 04, 2024

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Outstanding service!

I went to Howells regarding getting representation for my late husbands inquest and from the start of the process to the finish Amy & her team have been absolutely amazing! I couldn't have asked for anyone better. Amy has always made me feel so at ease throughout along with her team. The support they have given me along with my young children has truely been amazing, i couldn't have gotten through it if it wasn't for them and i can't thank you enough. I highly recommended Howells if you are needing any legal advice and representation!

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Reviews collected from

JJ

Matter Type:

Wills

JJ

September 10, 2024

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A client

Sorted our Wills with Melodie at the sheffield branch. Excellent service, so glad to have everything sorted in writing and shared with the family

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DAVIDH

DAVIDH

September 09, 2024

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DAVIDH

Very helpful and friendly staff.

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Steven

Steven

June 29, 2024

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Steven

Tried to see someone on short notice but was only told an appointment for a week's time was available. My situation was resolved by this time so I cancelled. The receptionist is very kind and helpful and has a friendly and very attractive face for greeting people upon arrival.

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Bukhare

Bukhare

May 05, 2024

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Bukhare

🤙🤙🤙😍

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Harry

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Assault

Harry

February 01, 2024

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Harry

Was reccomended to use howells by a close friend and they did not disapoint, specifically mr chris wong very knowledgeable and knows his way around a court room.

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About this branch

Description

Howells Solicitors has more than 40 years’ experience of providing high quality legal advice. We have expert solicitors in key areas of personal law from family and matrimonial to personal injury, wills, probate and clinical negligence as well as residential conveyancing, and taxi licensing. We also have a highly experienced criminal defence department to give advice and representation in all areas including arrest and court appearances. Howells is committed to offering expert legal advice to every individual who seeks it, to improving access to justice and our clients’ experience of the law, and to deliver a customer-focused, value-based service at all times. We are different at Howells. You are at the heart of what we do, which is why we pride ourselves on being friendly and approachable and making sure that you always get personal attention and a top quality service, whether you are a private paying client or are receiving publicly funded legal aid. The vast range of services we offer means that we can help you in all key stages of life, as well as the times that you hadn’t planned for.

Practice areas

Property & Conveyancing Wills, Trusts and Probate Family Law Divorce and Separation Medical Negligence Accident and Personal Injury Care Proceedings Inheritance Tax Planning and Trusts Lasting Powers of Attorney Actions against the Police Human Rights Inquests Criminal Defence

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Solicitors Regulation Authority

Legal services

Personal areas of law

  • Actions against the police
    • Excessive force or assault
  • Clinical Negligence
    • Accident and Emergency Claims
    • Birth Defect and Wrongful Birth 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
    • Cerebral Palsy Claims
    • Cervical Cancer Misdiagnosis Claims
    • Clinical Negligence
    • Cosmetic Surgery Claims
    • Dental Negligence
    • Dental Negligence Claims
    • Dermal Filler Compensation Claims
    • Diabetes Claims
    • Erb’s Palsy Compensation Claims
    • Eye Surgery Claims
    • Nerve Damage Claims
    • Pancreatic Cancer Misdiagnosis Claims
  • Consumer
    • Consumer Disputes
  • Crime/ Criminal Defence
    • Assault
    • Business Crime
    • Criminal Damage
    • Criminal defence - All
    • Domestic violence
    • Harassment
    • Juvenile
    • Legal aid
    • Murder and Manslaughter
  • Driving offences
    • Appeal driving conviction
    • Careless driving
    • Convicted in absence
    • Dangerous driving
    • Dangerous vehicle conditions
    • Death By Careless Driving
    • Death by dangerous driving
    • Discretionary disqualification
    • Disqualification removal
    • Drink driving
    • Driving Whilst Unfit
    • Driving Without Due Care
    • Driving whilst disqualified
    • Driving without a licence
    • Driving without insurance
    • Drunk in charge
    • Early return of driving licence
    • Exceptional Hardship
    • Failing to notify DVLA
    • Goods vehicles - operators licence
  • Family Law
    • Asset protection and tax mitigation
    • Change of name
    • Child Abduction
    • Child Access
    • Child Arrangements Following Divorce
    • Child Custody
    • 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
    • Divorce Mediation
    • Domestic Violence
    • Elderly care
    • Financial Matters
    • Grandparents' Rights
  • Housing & Property
    • Anti-social Behaviour
    • Declarations of trusts
    • Deeds of Gifts
    • Deeds of easements, variation, deeds of rectifications
    • Housing disputes
    • Injunctions
    • Investment and buy to let properties
    • Landlord and Tenant
    • Leasehold properties
    • New home purchases and sales
    • Property Disputes
    • Renting and Tenancy Agreements
    • Residential Conveyancing
    • Tenant Eviction
  • Human rights
    • Human rights
    • Judicial review
  • Personal Injury
    • Accident At Work
    • Accidents In Public Places
    • Car Accident
    • Car Passenger
    • Cycling Accident
    • Head and Brain Injury
  • Wills, Trusts & Probate
    • Disputed Probate
    • Disputed Trusts
    • Disputed Wills