James Mountford

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James graduated with honours from the University of Hull after which he completed the Legal Practice Course with distinction. He qualified as a Solicitor in 2009, and joined Gaby Hardwicke in 2020 from another local law firm where he undertook Private Client work. James is a member of the Society of Trust & Estate Practitioners (STEP), a full accredited member of The Association of Lifetime Lawyers, and a member of the Law Society Private Client Section. He specialises in wills, probate, powers of attorney and trusts, and is also a Notary Public undertaking all types of notarial work. He has an excellent reputation and comes highly recommended by his many loyal clients.

  • Regulated by: The Solicitors Regulation Authority

  • Regulator ID: 431690

  • Based in Hastings, East Sussex
  • Licensed for 17 years

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James graduated with honours from the University of Hull after which he completed the Legal Practice Course with distinction. He qualified as a Solicitor in 2009, and joined Gaby Hardwicke in 2020 from another local law firm where he undertook Private Client work. James is a member of the Society of Trust & Estate Practitioners (STEP), a full accredited member of The Association of Lifetime Lawyers, and a member of the Law Society Private Client Section. He specialises in wills, probate, powers of attorney and trusts, and is also a Notary Public undertaking all types of notarial work. He has an excellent reputation and comes highly recommended by his many loyal clients.

  • Regulated by: The Solicitors Regulation Authority

  • Regulator ID: 431690

  • Based in Hastings, East Sussex
  • Licensed for 17 years

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

34 Wellington Square, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 1PN

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Great experience

Prompt response and Communication was effective.

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Thank you for taking the time to leave such a positive review. We are delighted to hear that you had a great experience with us and that you found our communication effective and our responses prompt. Providing a professional and responsive service is something we strive for, so it is wonderful to know this was reflected in your experience. Thank you for your recommendation, and we look forward to assisting you again in the future.

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Keith Robert Ridgway

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Notary services

A professional and efficient service with good prep work and follow up

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Thank you for your kind review, Keith. We are pleased to hear that you found our notary service professional and efficient, and that the preparation and follow-up met your expectations. Providing a smooth and straightforward experience for our clients is always our aim. We greatly appreciate your feedback and thank you for choosing Gaby Hardwicke Solicitors.

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Exceptional, unmatched professionalism

. Our solicitor was kind, empathetic, and efficient throughout the entire process.of managing my late fathers will, probate and estate. Alongside this, the conveyancing department managed the property sale. Their support relieved an immense amount of stress for our family during a very difficult time.

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Thank you for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful review. We are pleased to hear that you found our team kind, empathetic and efficient during what we know can be a very difficult and emotional time. Managing a loved one's estate and the sale of a property can be challenging, so we are delighted that both our Private Client and Conveyancing teams were able to provide the support and guidance you needed, helping to ease some of the stress for you and your family. We greatly appreciate your feedback and your trust in Gaby Hardwicke.

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Updating a will

Excellent balanced advice Professional and personable Very knowledgeable Very skilled communicator Kind

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Thank you for taking the time to leave such a kind review. We’re delighted to hear that James provided excellent, balanced advice while updating your Will, and that you found him professional, personable, knowledgeable, and a skilled communicator. We’ll be sure to pass your lovely comments on to him. Thank you again for choosing Gaby Hardwicke Solicitors.

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Judith Ann Mayoh

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Apostilled documents

Very quick and efficient. Good communication.

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Thank you for taking the time to leave such a kind review, Judith. We’re very pleased to hear that you were happy with the service provided and that communication was clear, helpful, and responsive throughout. We really appreciate your feedback and thank you again for choosing Gaby Hardwicke Solicitors.

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Harry T

Wills, Trusts & Probate

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Fast, efficient and reasonably priced service from James Montford in his Notary capacity. Happy to recommend to others.

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Thank you for your kind words, Harry. It was a pleasure assisting you, and we're delighted you were satisfied with the service. Your recommendation means a lot. If you ever need further assistance, don’t hesitate to reach out.

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