DANIEL OTI
EXCEPTIONAL EXPERIENCE IN PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS & CLIENT CARE: PURCHASE OF FREEHOLD RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY.
EXCEPTIONAL EXPERIENCE IN PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS & CLIENT CARE: PURCHASE OF FREEHOLD RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY: Biscoes Solicitors delivered an outstanding service throughout my property purchase. As a first‑time buyer, their guidance was patient, clear, and far beyond my expectations. Working with them felt like a dream come true in Portsmouth, Hampshire. A special thank you to David Clarke, Emma Bailey, Summer Jones, and Paula Byan - an exceptional, friendly, approachable& coordinated team. If you are a first‑time buyer, especially where a property chain is involved, avoid the mistake of using the internal solicitors/conveyancers recommended by estate agents. You need a firm like Biscoes: calm in uncertainty, steady in pressure, and highly skilled at navigating complex chains. Their fees were moderate, reasonable, and fair, especially compared with many firms I reviewed and contacted across Hampshire and West Sussex. They saved me money, were recognized by major lenders like Barclays, and demonstrated deep knowledge of UK property and tenancy law. Customer service was top‑notch. Their communication especially from Emma Bailey and David Clarke was refined, timely, and reassuring. They kept us updated at every stage, responded promptly, and explained everything in simple terms. Their terms and conditions were transparent, with no hidden costs. I also visited their office and met the team led by David Clarke, who was professional, courteous, humble and exceptionally skilled and he made us to feel at home, not forgetting how great, friendly and professional that the Receptionist was. David's negotiation ability and emotional intelligence helped us navigate survey issues and tense moments in the transaction. Biscoes handled the complexities of our property chain with remarkable calm. When our tenancy expired before the sellers completed their onward purchase, they advised us wisely and prevented the situation from escalating. Their services were easy to access online, and their friendliness in person made the experience even better. David Clarke’s expertise inspired great confidence- he is a true asset to the property transactions/conveyancing department. After completion, when a post‑purchase issue arose, Paula Byan guided us with clarity and helped resolve the matter amicably, preventing unnecessary legal escalation. In my opinion, every first‑time buyer should hire Biscoes Solicitors. They are simply the best. David Clarke was our hidden hero. — Daniel Oti & Victory Oti
from Biscoes Legal Services Limited
Huge congratulations on your very first home, Daniel and Victory! We are absolutely thrilled to read this beautiful review. Buying your first property especially when navigating a complex property chain and a tenancy expiration can be incredibly stressful, so hearing that our team felt like a 'dream come true' means the world to us. David, Emma, Summer, Paula, and our wonderful receptionist will be so touched by your kind words. David truly is a master at keeping things calm under pressure, and we are so glad Paula could help resolve your post-purchase query seamlessly. Thank you for your strong endorsement regarding our transparent fees and for steering other first-time buyers in the right direction. Welcome to your new home in Portsmouth!
