Hayley Bundey
Solicitor
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Partner
SRA ID: 410097
Hayley Bundey joined Slee Blackwell in 2008 and qualified as a Solicitor with the firm in 2011. Having briefly flown the nest for the bright lights of a London firm in 2014, where she established a highly successful contentious probate department from scratch, she returned to her roots at Slee Blackwell in 2020 as a Partner.
Hayley is a member of ACTAPS (the Association of Contentious Trust and Probate Specialists) and is based at our Taunton office.
She has specialised in Contentious Probate throughout her career and has extensive experience in all manner of Contentious Probate work including: claims under the Inheritance (Provision for Family & Dependants) Act 1975, challenges to the validity of wills as well as trust & executor disputes. Hayley also specialises in beneficial interest claims involving proprietary estoppel and was solicitor for the claimant in the TOLATA case of Smith -v- Fraser before His Honour Judge Monty QC.
Hayley has an excellent track record for settling even the most entrenched cases and is a keen advocate of Alternative forms of Dispute Resolution (ADR), particularly mediation, as the best means of resolving these types of claims. She is, however, a tenacious litigator and is familiar with the unique tactics necessary to prepare even the most complex of cases for a multi-day trial.
She is passionate about this area of law and does all she can to spread the message to those who are perhaps nervous to explore their rights that she is here to help and ensure that those who are often the most vulnerable have a specialist litigator fighting their corner in a sensitive and compassionate way.
1 Marco Polo House, Cook Way, TA2 6BJ
Licensed for 13 years
Practice Areas
Wills, Trusts & Probate
Hayley Bundey review
I was very lost with my situation and did not know how to move forward with it and Hayley has helped me massively get over that hurdle.
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Excellent support provided
I contacted Slee Blackwell regarding a contentious probate case involving my late uncle's estate. From the beginning, Hayley was extremely positive in her assessment of the case and was always prompt and professional in my dealings with her. She kept me fully informed of my options and was clear in her assessment of the case.
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A representative from Slee Blackwell Solicitors LLP responded to this review on 23 January, 2024
Thank you for your five star review. We were very pleased to read that you found Hayley to be 'extremely positive in her assessment of the case and was always prompt and professional'.
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Review of Hayley Bundey from Slee Blackwell Solicitors
Having completed my Optometric pre reg hospital experience in Exeter Hayley's accent made me feel at ease straight away, but how did I get on?
Well, contentious probate is like walking in a minefield, you'd never want to go through the experience unless you had no other option and for me things didn't go to my plan. Hayley however gave me all the advice I needed, she clearly explained all my options and the costs involved, nothing was ever hidden or overlooked. After listening to Hayley's advice I made all my own decisions rightly or wrongly but the decisions were my own.
As with everything the "Proof of the Pudding is in the Eating" so would I use Slee Blackwell and or Hayley Bundey again or recommend them to anyone else?
100% YES!
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A representative from Slee Blackwell Solicitors LLP responded to this review on 21 August, 2023
Thank you so much for the five star and your kind recommendation which is greatly appreciated by us all. Lee Dawkins, partner.
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The late Doreen Taylor
From the beginning, to the conclusion of my case, Hayley was professional, encouraging, supporting and everything positive, despite the other party's arrogance and rudeness she maintained her professionalism, searching every avenue to obtain a result in what has been a difficult case (dealing with difficult people) A huge thank you to Hayley and her team
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A representative from Slee Blackwell Solicitors LLP responded to this review on 21 August, 2023
We are pleased to hear that you found Hayley to be "professional, encouraging, supporting and everything positive". Thank you so much for the review. Lee Dawkins, partner.
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TOLATA GOLD !!
I contacted BOTH Codie and Hayley after reading a published article of a similar case of my own. I had read that they might support me in a No win no fee situation.
On enquiry I was met with only kindness and empathy and was offered a one hour free consultation with Hayley who despite not being able to take on my case NWNF she made suggestions to me to try and get my case to Mediaton myself. I did this, it was unsuccessful but from having Hayley explaining that I DID have a Case and thst she WOULD take me on but on a private fee paying basis (that I could not afford) she gave me the courage to go on and fight my case alone against my ex and his lawyer.
I spent some 238 hours slogging and studying TOLATA LAWS myself with tenancity. I went up against my ex and his own very experienced Lawyer. I didn't stop fighting. I kept hold of that free hour of advice..... And from it I was able to settle out of court on a 5 figure sum.
In today's world where Legal Aid is no longer available even to the most deserving, a free hour with a good lawyer can be enough as it was in my Case. Even an hour with a lawyer can cost £500 plus. Thus I am eternally grateful that Company's like SB offer this service.
Hayley was honest with me, I did not feel rushed. She explained fees to me and various other options.
A true gift !
I have never been more grateful.
Thank you so very much.
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A representative from Slee Blackwell Solicitors LLP responded to this review on 05 May, 2023
Thank you for sharing your excellent review with us, Cheryl. We are delighted that the advice Hayley provided in your initial consultation gave you the confidence to pursue your case and achieve the best outcome possible. Reviews like yours help others in need who are struggling with legal matters so thank you again for your detailed feedback, it is most appreciated. We wish you all the best for the future. Kind regards, the team at Slee Blackwell Solicitors.
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Probate claim
Hayley was 'on my side' from the beginning and was the only solicitor that I used for this case that did that. My case was complicated, and although the case started with Hayley, it was whilst she was working for another company. I was very happy to be going back to Hayley when she moved and the other company did not provide a 'no win no fee' service. Hayley picked up the case and was the ultimate professional, providing clear advice and making by case in the best way possible. It was because of Hayley I believe that we had a successful outcome. Thank you again. Mark
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A representative from Slee Blackwell Solicitors LLP responded to this review on 13 March, 2023
We are so pleased to hear that you were satisfied with the service Hayley provided in relation to your case, Mr Maynard. You can rest assured that we take great pride in ensuring a successful outcome for our clients, and it is gratifying to learn that this was achieved in your case too. It is satisfying and motivating when we receive positive feedback from those who benefit from our services.
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Excellent Solicitor
After calling Slee Blackwell & leaving my details Hayley promptly called back & was absolutely fantastic from the start. She listened to my situation, gave clear advice, explained time scales, costs & any potential future pitfalls which may create unexpected costs & after the call I knew i wanted Hayley representing me. It would be too long to explain any of my situation here & as this a review site all anyone who reads this needs to know is you're in excellent hands with Hayley & her team. Hayley was professional, true to her word & I consider myself lucky to have found her & as long as you understand where you are at & explain your requirements clearly you will have no problems & it will just be a question of how long it takes to sort. I could write much more, heaping praise on Hayley & her team, but i'll end by writing that after my previous solicitor experience (one of the worst of my life) be very careful who you deal with, even if you know them &/or have dealt with them before, & take this review as an end of your search & just call Hayley!
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Excellent and Efficient
I had to deal with a very stressful and sensitive family matter and parents Will’s. Hayley was absolutely fantastic every step of the way, incredibly knowledgeable and supportive. I had a great result going through Mediation with Hayley and Counsel (who was recommended by Hayley). I highly recommend Slee Blackwell Solicitors, Hayley and her team; Codie was also brilliant with her communication. They were also very transparent with their fees and deserved every penny they received.
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A representative from Slee Blackwell Solicitors LLP responded to this review on 26 January, 2023
Your kind words and valued recommendation are appreciated by us. Thank you so much. Lee Dawkins, partner.
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Excellent
Hayley, thank you so much for everything over the last year, you are an inspiration. You have taught me never to give up and never give in for what is right. I appreciate all your hard work and I will miss our emails, you are excellent at your job - the best.
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I can�t think of any way Slee Blackwell could improve
From my very first phone call right to the end of my case, Hayley and Lee kept me up to date and informed on every aspect of my claim. I can�t think of any way Slee Blackwell could improve as they do a fantastic job already.
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