Holly Baker

Partner

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Holly joined Machins as a trainee in 2016, qualified as a solicitor in 2018 and was promoted to Associate in 2022, Senior Associate in 2024 and Partner in 2025. Since qualification, Holly has continued to provide an exceptional level of client care whilst displaying a detailed knowledge of law, especially in property disputes. She has quickly established a reputation for her attention to detail and dedication to building strong relationships with clients. Holly thrives on working closely with clients to deliver the best possible outcome and has a pragmatic approach to resolving disputes. Holly deals with all aspects of dispute resolution. In recent years she has worked on cases involving emergency injunctions, complex boundary disputes, a substantial structural defect claim in a luxurious multi-million pound dwelling, and a property dispute involving lucrative land worth more than £10m. In addition to her legal work, Holly founded the Machins Business Mixer networking group and co-leads the Machins Generation20 initiative, a networking group aimed at connecting junior and up-and-coming professionals within the local community. She also heads up the firm’s trainee solicitor recruitment process.

  • Regulated by: The Solicitors Regulation Authority

  • Regulator ID: 628907

  • Based in Luton, Bedfordshire
  • Licensed for 8 years

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Holly joined Machins as a trainee in 2016, qualified as a solicitor in 2018 and was promoted to Associate in 2022, Senior Associate in 2024 and Partner in 2025. Since qualification, Holly has continued to provide an exceptional level of client care whilst displaying a detailed knowledge of law, especially in property disputes. She has quickly established a reputation for her attention to detail and dedication to building strong relationships with clients. Holly thrives on working closely with clients to deliver the best possible outcome and has a pragmatic approach to resolving disputes. Holly deals with all aspects of dispute resolution. In recent years she has worked on cases involving emergency injunctions, complex boundary disputes, a substantial structural defect claim in a luxurious multi-million pound dwelling, and a property dispute involving lucrative land worth more than £10m. In addition to her legal work, Holly founded the Machins Business Mixer networking group and co-leads the Machins Generation20 initiative, a networking group aimed at connecting junior and up-and-coming professionals within the local community. She also heads up the firm’s trainee solicitor recruitment process.

  • Regulated by: The Solicitors Regulation Authority

  • Regulator ID: 628907

  • Based in Luton, Bedfordshire
  • Licensed for 8 years

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  • Machins Solicitors LLP

    Partner

    July 2016 - Present 10 years

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  • English

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Monday 09:00–17:30
Tuesday 09:00–17:30
Wednesday 09:00–17:30
Thursday 09:00–17:30
Friday 09:00–17:30
Saturday (Closed)
Sunday (Closed)

28 Dunstable Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 1DY

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Very professional and helpful throughout, fully understanding and helpful with a different situation

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Dear Gary Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for Holly and Brad. We're very glad that the team could assist you with this difficult situation. Best regards, Machins Solicitors

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John Wootton

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Excellent service

I have had cause to use Machins twice recently, initially I was helped by Holly Baker and her team who I found to be extremely professional, providing a clear pricing structure and keeping me up to date with progress at every stage. As a result I used Machins again, this time with Sheree Yorke and her team and once again matters were concluded with the utmost professionalism. Would definitely use again.

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Dear John, Thank you for your kind feedback. We're pleased Holly, Sheree, and their teams provided professional and transparent service on both occasions. We look forward to assisting you again in the future. Best regards, Machins Solicitors

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Hyde Burgess Ltd

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Housing & Property

Conveyancing Drovers Way

As director of a property let company, I found the service provided my the Machins team, under sometimes quite challenging circumstances, to be excellent. Communication was concise and prompt. When required, phone conversations were had and staff were always available to answer queries arising in good time, to keep the process moving along to a positive outcome for all. Well done Machins!

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We're so pleased to hear that you found the service provided by the Machins team to be excellent, even under challenging circumstances. We truly appreciate your recognition of our concise and prompt communication, as well as our team's availability and quick responses to keep the process moving toward a positive outcome.

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Kieran

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Debt resolution

Very good service from a very Knowledgeable young lady.

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Thank you for your kind words, Kieran – we're glad you had a great experience with Holly and appreciated the service!

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Elizabeth

Housing & Property

Excellent Service

Dealt with a tenancy issue and was thorough with paperwork and prompt to respond. Very happy with her service.

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Thank you for your kind feedback, Elizabeth. We're glad to hear you were happy with the service and that everything was handled promptly and thoroughly.

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Jeremy

Jeremy

We were instructed by Holly Baker who was brilliant. She provided sound and well thought out advice, outstanding communication in letters to the other party and we would not hesitate to recommend Holly.

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Jeremy - many thanks for the five stars and feedback. Don't forget we offer a full range of services if you ever need them in the future.

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Idin

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Idin

Holly Baker represented us on a land dispute and was excellent. Pragmatic and prompt!

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Idin - many thankd for taking the time to leave us such a positive review. We have passed it onto Holly.

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Nicola

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Nicola

Thank you to Machins, especially Holly & Emma, for helping us achieve a successful outcome. Machins have been continuously helpful and professional throughout and we would highly recommend them for any legal issues you have

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Nicola - we've passed onto the team and would like to say thanks for taking the time to leave us a review!

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Very helpful team at Machins, especially Holly. Empathetic as well as efficient and knowledgeable. I would recommend them.

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Many thanks for taking the time to leave us five stars - much appreciated and really does make a difference. Please remember us for any future legal needs you may have.

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Gillian

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Gillian

I used Machins for an eviction of a rental property. Holly & Emma made the process so straightforward and explained exactly what was required of me every step of the way. Always responded very quickly to any enquiries I made. Can highly recommend their services.

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Gillian - many thanks for taking the time to leave us such a positive review - which has been passed onto Holly & Emma. Don't forget us if you have any future legal requirements - we offer a full range of services as a firm.

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