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I have recently had support from Sam Buckthought with regards to disolving my late father's Lifetime Interest Trust. Sam was professional but personable, knowledgeable, efficient and responsive to all of my itty bitty queries. I have truly felt I was in safe hands having her handle this peice of work. I would thoroughly recommend Sam and as a result will be asking Sam to set up a Will for me. Thank you to Sam and Patrice, who has also been an asset to Wolferstans.
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Very helpful and efficient
We needed advice on our POA and we also wanted to update our Wills. Sam was very knowledgeable on both topics and drafted the neccessary documents to our satisfaction.
Solicitor named in this review: Samantha Buckthought
A representative from Wolferstans responded to this review on 19 April, 2024
Dear Malcolm, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with Samantha Buckthought in our Wills and Probate team. We're delighted to hear that you found her assistance helpful and efficient. Ensuring our clients receive knowledgeable guidance on matters like Power of Attorney and Will updates is our top priority, and it's wonderful to know that Samantha could meet your needs to your satisfaction. We'll be sure to pass along your kind words to her. Should you or your loved ones require further legal assistance in the future, please reach out. We're here to help. Thank you again for choosing Wolferstans. Warm regards, Wolferstans LLP.
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Excellent Staff
I have had a very good experience dealing with Sam Buckthought at Wolferstans during the past few years. My case was quite long and drawn out but Sam and her colleagues helped me at every stage.
Solicitor named in this review: Samantha Buckthought
A representative from Wolferstans responded to this review on 12 January, 2024
Dear Julia, We appreciate your kind words about your experience with Samantha Buckthought and our Wills and Probate team at Wolferstans. It's fantastic to hear that despite the complexities, Sam and our colleagues supported you at every stage. Your feedback is invaluable to us. We're glad to have been of service, and we look forward to assisting you in the future. Thank you for choosing us as your legal partner. Best regards, Wolferstans LLP.
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Great service
All matters were dealt with promptly. Communication was clear and we felt in safe hands.
Solicitor named in this review: Samantha Buckthought
A representative from Wolferstans responded to this review on 30 August, 2023
Thank you for sharing your experience with Wolferstans. We're thrilled to know that you found our service great, and that we were able to handle all matters promptly. Clear communication and ensuring you feel secure are top priorities for us. If you ever need legal assistance again, know that we're here to help. Your trust means a lot to us!
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Very happy with solicitor dealing my parents estate
When my father died at the end of the first lockdown we found the will he had made many years ago together with a letter from Wolfestans saying they had taken over the execution of the will from the original solicitor. I along with my brother and sister were beneficiaries of this will but not appointed as executors, this was to be Wolfestans. It was therefore not my choice to appoint them. Within 5 months my mother had also died which was overwhelming for the family. Sam Buckthought was the appointed executor and was a pleasure to deal with. The probate on both wills was professionally and quickly obtained despite ongoing lockdowns and Sam dealt very sensitively with everything that was going on. The trouble we did have was trying to sell my parents property which took 2 1/2 years. Sam patiently looked after the estate during that time and kept the family well informed, giving good advice as and when needed and coordinating with the conveyancer. My only hesitation in not giving 5 stars is that I thought the fees were rather high, although we had been given estimates at the beginning of the process. I would not hesitate to recommend Wolfestans but would caution that making solicitors executors to your will is a VERY expensive business.
Solicitor named in this review: Samantha Buckthought
A representative from Wolferstans responded to this review on 10 August, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your experience with Wolfestans during the handling of your parents' estate. We are truly sorry for your loss and understand that this was a challenging time for your family. We are pleased to hear that you were happy with the service provided by Sam Buckthought, the appointed executor, and that she handled the probate process professionally and sensitively, even amidst the challenges posed by ongoing lockdowns. We understand that dealing with the passing of both your father and mother within a short span must have been overwhelming, and we're glad that Sam was able to support you through this difficult period. We also appreciate your understanding during the extended timeline required to sell your parents' property, and we're grateful for your recognition of Sam's dedication in overseeing the estate and maintaining clear communication with you throughout the process. We do take your feedback regarding our fees seriously. While we strive to provide transparent estimates from the outset, we understand that the costs associated with legal services can be a concern. We genuinely value your recommendation of Wolfestans, and we're thankful for your understanding of the complexities and costs involved in appointing solicitors as executors. If you have any further questions or would like to discuss your experience in more detail, please reach out to us. Thank you once again for choosing Wolfestans to assist with the execution of your parents' wills. We extend our heartfelt condolences to you and your family during this time, and we wish you all the best in the future.
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Good and thorough service
We dealt with Sam Buckthought through a complex legacy case and were kept informed of developments throughout the process.
Solicitor named in this review: Samantha Buckthought
A representative from Wolferstans responded to this review on 26 July, 2023
Thank you for sharing your positive feedback about our service. We are glad to have provided you with a good and thorough experience while dealing with your complex legacy case. Sam Buckthought and our team work diligently to keep our clients informed about all developments throughout the process. If you have any further questions or need assistance in the future, please reach out to us. We're here for you.
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Estate of Eric Boesch
We were very pleased with the service provided. We were the named executors in Mr Boesch's Will and although we were au fait with his finances, having had long term PoA for him, we were less sure about Inheritance Tax and Probate matters. We Approached Wolferstans to help us with these matters and were offered several options by their very capable Samantha Buckthought. Basically, we supplied the financial statements and Sam did all the rest.
Solicitor named in this review: Samantha Buckthought
A representative from Wolferstans responded to this review on 17 July, 2023
Thank you for sharing your positive feedback about our services, We're delighted to hear that you were pleased with our assistance during this challenging time. We understand that dealing with Inheritance Tax and Probate matters can be complex and overwhelming. We're glad that Samantha Buckthought was able to offer you several options and guide you through the process. At Wolferstans, we aim to provide comprehensive support to our clients, taking the burden off your shoulders. If you have any further questions or require any additional assistance, please reach out. We're here to help. Thank you again for choosing Wolferstans
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A very Happy and Satisfied Client
Sorting out my will was never going to be easy because of the complexities around my business interests and assets and also its never a hot topic discussing ones death.
Sam Bethought and her team did an amazing job after my initial brief and was able to understand precisely what I wanted to achieve. Sam`s professionalism and attention to detail and to quickly get to the nub of the matter and explain in detail put ones mind at ease, I will certainly recommend and use Wolferstans in future.
Solicitor named in this review: Samantha Buckthought
A representative from Wolferstans responded to this review on 10 July, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to share your positive experience with Wolferstans Solicitors. We are thrilled to hear that you are a very happy and satisfied client. Sorting out your Will can indeed be a complex and sensitive matter, especially when it involves business interests and assets. We understand the importance of addressing these matters with care and precision, and we are glad that Sam and our team were able to meet your expectations. We are delighted to know that our team's expertise and explanation helped put your mind at ease during the process. Thank you for your trust and recommendation. We are committed to providing excellent legal services to our clients, and we look forward to assisting you with any future legal needs you may have. If you have any further questions or require additional assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. Once again, thank you for choosing Wolferstans Solicitors.
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Excellent, professional service
I would recommend Wolferstans Solicitors to family & friends. Professional, approachable, friendly & very knowledgeable.
Solicitor named in this review: Samantha Buckthought
A representative from Wolferstans responded to this review on 10 May, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to recommend Wolferstans Solicitors to your family and friends. We appreciate your kind words and positive feedback about our services. At Wolferstans Solicitors, we strive to provide a professional, approachable, and friendly experience to all our clients. We are delighted to hear that you found our team to be knowledgeable, and that you had a positive experience with us. Recommendations from satisfied clients mean a lot to us, as they reflect our commitment to delivering exceptional service. Should your family or friends require legal assistance in the future, we will be more than happy to extend the same level of care and expertise to them. Once again, we appreciate your kind recommendation and your trust in our firm. If you have any further questions or if there's anything else we can assist you with, please do not hesitate to contact us. We are here to help.
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Supportive and tenacious
Samantha was not only a pleasure to work with, but her tenacious pursuit HMRC, and immense patience in this regard, resulted in a refund to the estate which exceeded originally estimates by over £46,000, thus increasing the value of our residuary legacy. I am incredibly grateful to her for her support throughout the administration of this estate, and look forward to working with her again in the future.
Solicitor named in this review: Samantha Buckthought
A representative from Wolferstans responded to this review on 03 January, 2023
Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have left for Samantha Buckthought and look forward to working with you in the future too. Best wishes, Wolferstans LLP.
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Service
The service received was excellent, a very smooth process. They truly value a charity and that reflected in their fees they charged.
Solicitor named in this review: Samantha Buckthought
A representative from Wolferstans responded to this review on 22 November, 2022
Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future.
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