Partner, Residential Property at Hart Brown

Peter Howe

Partner, Residential Property

Peter’s specialism is residential property. Peter qualified as a Solicitor in 1991 and worked for a number of firms as a locum before joining Hart Brown in 2000. Peter was promoted to Partner in 2025. Peter's experience as a locum gave him a good insight into the kind of firm that he wanted to settle down in. “It is amazing how different firms are in terms of the service they offer their clients” says Peter.

33 High Street, Cobham, Surrey, KT11 3ES

Licensed for 33 years

Practice Areas

Housing & Property

4.9/5 54 Client Reviews 54
  • Housing & Property 95%
  • Clinical Negligence 5%
54 Client Reviews

4.9/5

Overall experience

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

Reviews summary

  • Excellent
    48
  • Very Good
    6
  • Average
    0
  • Poor
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  • Awful
    0

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July 21, 2025 20250721161351

Residential Property/Conveyancing

5

As well as Peter Howe, I've had the pleasure of dealing with Sara Evans (Legal Secretary) and Margaret Gale, who dealt with estate and probate, and later introduced me to Peter for my conveyancing. I've already recorded my high regard for Margaret, who was immensely helpful. Sara has been a delight to speak to, and Peter has dealt clearly and patiently with a protracted and frustrating sale. His advice has been shrewd and helpful. He was most considerate too in seeing through the exchange of contracts when it eventually happened. I'm very grateful.

Lawyer named in this review: Peter Howe

A representative from Hart Brown responded to this review on 21 July, 2025

Thank you for this wonderful review, we will pass your feedback to the Cobham team now so Peter, Sara and Margaret can see it. We hope we can assist you again in the future if you ever need us.

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July 08, 2025 20250708153826

Residential Property/Conveyancing

5

Re review on Google - "Very good experience regarding probate on my mother's estate and subsequent conveyancing for the sale of the property. Seamless interface between the two and Hart Brown will now complete the admin of the estate. I've found dealing with the company to be hassle free, with good communication and an efficient and friendly service."

Lawyer named in this review: Peter Howe

A representative from Hart Brown responded to this review on 10 July, 2025

Thank you very much for this lovely review. We have passed your kind feedback to Peter and Belinda now. Thank you for choosing Hart Brown.

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March 26, 2025 20250326143644

Residential Property/Conveyancing

5

Peter Howe at Hart Brown has been excellent in helping me buy my first apartment. The process went smoothly and very fast (my mortgage advisor was surprised by how fast I got to completion). Absolutely no issues, all documents arrived in excellent time, and all questions were answered promptly. I will definitely use Hart Brown again. Thank you.

Lawyer named in this review: Peter Howe

A representative from Hart Brown responded to this review on 27 March, 2025

Thank you so much and many congratulations on your new home. We look forward to helping you again if you ever need us in the future.

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David
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March 11, 2025 20250311153123

Residential Property/Conveyancing

5

Very happy with the service provided by our selling solicitor, Peter Howe, who was very professional and dealt with one or two problem areas effectively to progress the sale as quickly as possible. Sara Evans, his legal secretary, also provided good communication between ourselves and Peter when required. All in all, a very good service and highly recommended.

Lawyer named in this review: Peter Howe

A representative from Hart Brown responded to this review on 13 March, 2025

Thank you so much. We really appreciate this feedback. Thank you for choosing Hart Brown.

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Anon
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September 17, 2024 20240917151009

Residential Property/Conveyancing

5

When Mr Howe went on holiday matters were handled very well by the lady who stood in

Lawyer named in this review: Peter Howe

A representative from Hart Brown responded to this review on 24 September, 2024

Thank you, this is really good to know. We will pass this on to the team who support Peter.

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Alison
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August 08, 2024 20240808111711

Residential Property/Conveyancing

5

Peter has been completely professional in all my dealings with him. He always answered my queries quickly and dealt admiringly with my buyer’s solicitor when problems arose. I’d recommend him without hesitation and will definitely use his services again.

Lawyer named in this review: Peter Howe

A representative from Hart Brown responded to this review on 12 August, 2024

Thank you, this is exactly the level of service we want our clients to receive. Peter will be delighted to see this feedback.

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Helen
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April 23, 2024 20240423143159

Residential Property/Conveyancing

5

Peter Howe and his secretary, Sara Evans, both excellent. Can't think of any improvement needed.

Lawyer named in this review: Peter Howe

A representative from Hart Brown responded to this review on 29 April, 2024

Thank you, this is wonderful feedback to read.

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Pat F
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March 26, 2024 20240326134203

Residential Property/Conveyancing

5

I've used Hart Brown for many years, especially for buying and selling my houses. I wouldn't think about using anyone else.
Peter Howe has been so helpful and thorough in all my transactions and is very approachable.
Many thanks.

Lawyer named in this review: Peter Howe

A representative from Hart Brown responded to this review on 08 April, 2024

Thank you for taking the time to leave this feedback. Thank you so much for your loyalty to Hart Brown over the years as a valued client, we look forward to helping you again in the future.

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January 15, 2024 20240115160540

Residential Property/Conveyancing

5

Throughout the legal complexities of dealing with our late mother's estate that included probate and the sale of her flat, we always felt that Peter Howe's professionalism, together with his colleagues' help, was always going the extra mile to ensure that at every step of the way, we were always well briefed and advised before making decisions. There were many unforeseen obstacles, and Peter successfully (and painlessly!) navigated all of them. We can't thank him enough for his good work. We would sincerely recommend his services to others and not hesitate to engage him in the future.

Lawyer named in this review: Peter Howe

A representative from Hart Brown responded to this review on 18 January, 2024

Thank you so much for this review, Peter will be delighted to see it.

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Helen
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October 16, 2023 20231016114704

Residential Property/Conveyancing

4

Peter Howe always answered queries really promptly and was very efficient. I had complete trust in him.

Lawyer named in this review: Peter Howe

A representative from Hart Brown responded to this review on 30 October, 2023

Thank you, this feedback is great to read. We are delighted to hear you were so pleased with the service Peter provided.

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5

I've had the pleasure of reviewing Hart Brown before, but that was for a different legal matter. Today I've completed the sale of my home, and the conveyancing was done by Peter Howe, with the help of Sara Evans, who helped me when Peter was away. This was a protracted transaction, and frustrating. Peter was both sympathetic and realistic. We got there in the end and Peter was kind and helpful throughout, making sure I understood my legal obligations and rights. Both Peter and Sara put themselves out to help the process along. Indeed, Peter made himself late for a family gathering in order to seal the exchange of contracts. The fees were very fair for a sale that took such a long time. I'd recommend Peter without hesitation. Thanks.

Lawyer named in this review: Peter Howe

A representative from Hart Brown responded to this review on 21 July, 2025

It is a joy to read feedback like this from a valued client. Thank you very much indeed. We will forward on your kind words to Peter and Sara now.

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George
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George

4

Peter Howe along with Sara provided a excellent service in a extremely tight timescale
Response time was very impressing.
Would always use them in the future.

Lawyer named in this review: Peter Howe

A representative from Hart Brown responded to this review on 31 March, 2025

This is so good to read. Thank you very much for taking the time to leave this kind review.

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Angela
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Angela

5

Peter Howe at Hart Brown has been excellent in helping me buy my first apartment. The process went smoothly and very fast (my mortgage advisor was surprised by how fast I got to completion). Absolutely no issues, all documents arrived in excellent time, and all questions were answered promptly. I will definitely use hART brown again. Thank you.

Lawyer named in this review: Peter Howe

A representative from Hart Brown responded to this review on 24 March, 2025

Many congratulations on your first apartment! Thank you for your feedback about Peter Howe. We look forward to assisting you again in the future.

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James
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James

5

The most seamless experience for a first time buyer. Peter was amazing, he really explained and helped me understand what was going on. My first property I went for could have been a unsellable nightmare if Peter had not been my solicitor. Quick, efficient, and to the point. I highly recommend Hart Brown they were flawless.

Lawyer named in this review: Peter Howe

A representative from Hart Brown responded to this review on 18 June, 2024

We have passed your wonderful review to Peter and the whole Cobham team. Thank you very much for taking the time to write about your experience with us.

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Michelle
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Michelle

5

Peter Howe of Hart Brown has helped us with the purchase of our new home and sale of the old one. He has been very professional, efficient and responsive. The whole process of selling and buying a house can be very stressful, but Peter made everything go so smoothly that it has been a very pleasant experience. I would recommend Peter and Hart Brown 100%!

Lawyer named in this review: Peter Howe

A representative from Hart Brown responded to this review on 25 July, 2019

Thank you so much for this wonderful review, we will ensure that it is passed on to Peter and the Cobham team.

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About Peter Howe

Peter’s specialism is residential property. Peter qualified as a Solicitor in 1991 and worked for a number of firms as a locum before joining Hart Brown in 2000. Peter was promoted to Partner in 2025. Peter's experience as a locum gave him a good insight into the kind of firm that he wanted to settle down in. “It is amazing how different firms are in terms of the service they offer their clients” says Peter.

Languages Spoken: English

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Address

Hart Brown

33 High Street

Cobham

Surrey

KT11 3ES



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