Senior Associate at Geoffrey Leaver Solicitors LLP

Ivone Joaquim

Senior Associate

Ivone deals with a variety of Wills, Powers of Attorney, Court of Protection matters, estate administration and post-death variations helping our clients in a professional and dignified manner. Ivone’s legal experience spans over 30 years and began with her practicing residential property law in South Africa. She transferred her legal training from South Africa to England and undertook further qualifications in private client. Ivone has been a member of the Law Society Private Client Section from 2011, is currently a member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) and is studying to finish her full TEP qualification.

251 Upper Third Street, Bouverie Square, MK9 1DR

Licensed for 2 years

Practice Areas

Wills, Trusts & Probate, Family Law

4.9/5 10 Client Reviews 10
  • Wills, Trusts & Probate 90%
  • Family Law 10%
10 Client Reviews

4.9/5

Overall experience

  • Value For Money
  • Communication
  • Initial Impressions
  • Approachability
  • Documentation Accuracy
  • Legal knowledge

Reviews summary

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    9
  • Very Good
    1
  • Average
    0
  • Poor
    0
  • Awful
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Anthony
Verified Anthony Added 3 months ago Report to admin
Collected whilst working at Geoffrey Leaver Solicitors LLP
January 10, 2024 20240110120001

First Class Service

5

I have used Geoffrey Leaver Solicitors at least four times for different matters in the past, and always been happy with the completeness and conclusion of each especially with resolving a family dispute firmly to an amicable close. I would recommend the whole firm highly.

Solicitor named in this review: Ivone Joaquim

A representative from Geoffrey Leaver Solicitors LLP responded to this review on 10 January, 2024

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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Anonymous
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Collected whilst working at Geoffrey Leaver Solicitors LLP
December 11, 2023 20231211142243

How my legal requests were dealt with

5

I needed to alter my Will and do an LPA. I felt every detail was explained to my understanding, that gave me great confidence in knowing my affairs had been put in good order.

Solicitor named in this review: Ivone Joaquim

A representative from Geoffrey Leaver Solicitors LLP responded to this review on 11 December, 2023

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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Rebecca
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Collected whilst working at Geoffrey Leaver Solicitors LLP
December 05, 2023 20231205092453

Re-writing new wills

5

Clear, efficient and friendly service with good advice. Will definitely use this solicitors again.

Solicitor named in this review: Ivone Joaquim

A representative from Geoffrey Leaver Solicitors LLP responded to this review on 05 December, 2023

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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Catherine
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Collected whilst working at Geoffrey Leaver Solicitors LLP
September 08, 2023 20230908113740

A first class experience

5

All of the above, what more can I say. GL Thank you so much.

Solicitor named in this review: Ivone Joaquim

A representative from Geoffrey Leaver Solicitors LLP responded to this review on 08 September, 2023

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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Sheila
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Collected whilst working at Geoffrey Leaver Solicitors LLP
August 07, 2023 20230807141222

Very friendly

4

Very friendly, no hanging around, relaxed, explained in detail, easy experience.

Solicitor named in this review: Ivone Joaquim

A representative from Geoffrey Leaver Solicitors LLP responded to this review on 07 August, 2023

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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Colin
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Collected whilst working at Geoffrey Leaver Solicitors LLP
July 31, 2023 20230731141351

Good Service

5

Friendly approachable first meeting. Clear and concise explanations. All completed within a good time frame. Will use this service again.

Solicitor named in this review: Ivone Joaquim

A representative from Geoffrey Leaver Solicitors LLP responded to this review on 31 July, 2023

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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S Parker
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July 13, 2023 20230713114439

Approachable and friendly team

5

Dagmara and Ivone have been efficient and quick to respond and also been very kind and sympathetic dealing with me in a traumatic time. Thank you

Solicitor named in this review: Ivone Joaquim

A representative from Geoffrey Leaver Solicitors LLP responded to this review on 13 July, 2023

Thank you for taking the time to give us your feedback. We really appreciate the positive review and if we can be of any assistance in the future please do not hesitate to contact us.

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Anonymous
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January 12, 2023 20230112130142

Powers of Attorney

5

Very happy with legal advice and service provided.

Solicitor named in this review: Ivone Joaquim

A representative from Geoffrey Leaver Solicitors LLP responded to this review on 12 January, 2023

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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Sarah
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December 20, 2022 20221220114150

Excellent Services

5

I have used Geoffrey Leaver Solicitors on two occasions for inheritance advice and also for drafting my own Will. I was very pleased with the advice and service I received. I will use them again in the future if required and also would recommend them to others.

Solicitor named in this review: Ivone Joaquim

A representative from Geoffrey Leaver Solicitors LLP responded to this review on 20 December, 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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Gene
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September 21, 2022 20220921142553

Professional, efficient responsive service

5

Thank you to Ivone Joaquim from Geoffrey Leaver Solicitors for the professional, efficient responsive service provided. Your integrity and approachable personality made this very sombre situation bearable to deal with. You are a credit to the firm.

Solicitor named in this review: Ivone Joaquim

A representative from Geoffrey Leaver Solicitors LLP responded to this review on 21 September, 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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About Ivone Joaquim

Ivone deals with a variety of Wills, Powers of Attorney, Court of Protection matters, estate administration and post-death variations helping our clients in a professional and dignified manner. Ivone’s legal experience spans over 30 years and began with her practicing residential property law in South Africa. She transferred her legal training from South Africa to England and undertook further qualifications in private client. Ivone has been a member of the Law Society Private Client Section from 2011, is currently a member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) and is studying to finish her full TEP qualification.

Languages Spoken: English

Contact Ivone Joaquim

Address

Geoffrey Leaver Solicitors LLP

251 Upper Third Street

Bouverie Square

MK9 1DR



Phone 01908 689337

Website

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WORK EXPERIENCE

Title

Name

Duration

Legal Executive

Geoffrey Leaver Solicitors LLP

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