Simon qualified in London in 1971. He joined Downie & Gadban in 1975. He has been senior partner since 2008. Simon has a number of specialisms: conveyancing of freehold and leasehold properties and land; family law (he is a member of Resolution, a national organisation for family lawyers); and wills and probate/intestacy matters. He is also a notary public.
Rockbourne House, 100 High Street, Alton, Hampshire, GU34 1ER
Wills, Trusts & Probate, Housing & Property, Notary
We recently chose Downie and Gaban Solicitors for Will writing and Power of Atorney. We also used them for Probate. At all stages of the process we found them very professional and excellent communicators. We'll use them again.
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Simon qualified in London in 1971. He joined Downie & Gadban in 1975. He has been senior partner since 2008. Simon has a number of specialisms: conveyancing of freehold and leasehold properties and land; family law (he is a member of Resolution, a national organisation for family lawyers); and wills and probate/intestacy matters. He is also a notary public.
Languages Spoken: English, French
United Kingdom
Currently Registered
01/11/71
05/02/24
Compliance Officer for Finance and Administration
Downie & Gadban
?-present
Preparation of a Will
A professional and speedy service. I was kept informed and everything happened within the timeframes quoted.
Solicitor named in this review: Simon Hugh Arden Acworth
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Excellent service
Good communication, friendly, understanding, knowledgeable and efficient.
Solicitor named in this review: Simon Hugh Arden Acworth
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Will amendment
Simon Acworth is an outstanding Solicitor.
Legal matters and concerns are dealt with promptly and professionally.
Solicitor named in this review: Simon Hugh Arden Acworth
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Wills
Quick professional service met our needs completely
Solicitor named in this review: Simon Hugh Arden Acworth
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My House move this Summer 2023
Moving house can be stressful, thanks to the team at D&G, my house sale and purchase within the Alton area went very smoothly.
I've used D&G before for property moves, and their service remains constant. They provide excellent support and guidance, in a professional manner.
Many thanks
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Excellent
I highly recommend Simon Acworth. Excellent service.
Solicitor named in this review: Simon Hugh Arden Acworth
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Unprofessional
We needed a notary, and we were initially asked to pay in cash, and to hand over money and witness signatures in the car park. While it is important to be careful in relation to Covid, the measures are over protective, in my opinion, and the thought of paying in cash in a car park is extremely unprofessional. To add to the unprofessionalism, I was referred to as the 'untrusting' person, as I had queried this way of doing business.
Solicitor named in this review: Simon Hugh Arden Acworth
A representative from Downie & Gadban Solicitors responded to this review on 20 May, 2022
We are really sorry to hear that you weren’t happy with the arrangements. We’ve dealt with many number of “drive through” appointments over the past couple of years and have received very positive feedback on the efficiency of the service. We do ask for payment on the day for our notarial appointments because the process is completed there and then but clients are informed of this in advance. We monitor our reviews carefully to enable us to improve our service to our clients and we are grateful to you for your feedback which we have taken on board.
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Wills, Trusts & Probate
Penny recommends Downie & Gadban Solicitors
Solicitor named in this review: Simon Hugh Arden Acworth
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You have been so kind and considerate at all times
Thank you so much for all your help and guidance that you have given me over the last months. I have been happy and contented that you have dealt with my affairs very professionally.
Solicitor named in this review: Simon Hugh Arden Acworth
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Probate etc
Didn't realise how complicated it would be! Thank goodness Downie & Gadban were the executors
Solicitor named in this review: Simon Hugh Arden Acworth
A representative from Downie & Gadban Solicitors responded to this review on 01 June, 2020
Thank you John for your kind review. We are very pleased Sophie and Simon were able to help you .
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