Joe Happe

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Joe Happe is the Managing Director and founder of McMillans Solicitors. He has 22 years' experience in the areas of Criminal Defence working as a solicitor.

  • Regulated by: The Solicitors Regulation Authority

  • Regulator ID: 35661

  • Based in Epping, Essex
  • Licensed for 26 years

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Joe Happe is the Managing Director and founder of McMillans Solicitors. He has 22 years' experience in the areas of Criminal Defence working as a solicitor.

  • Regulated by: The Solicitors Regulation Authority

  • Regulator ID: 35661

  • Based in Epping, Essex
  • Licensed for 26 years

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  • McMillans Solicitors

    Managing Director

    2012 - Present 14 years and 5 months

Languages spoken

  • English

Opening hours

Monday 00:00–23:59
Tuesday 00:00–23:59
Wednesday 00:00–23:59 (Open)
Thursday 00:00–23:59
Friday 00:00–23:59
Saturday 00:00–23:59
Sunday 00:00–23:59

Brickfield Business Centre, Brickfield House, High Road, Thornwood, CM16 6TH

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Excellent Invested Long-term professional Support

Joe is a great communicator, as authentic as any human being could be, transparent, knowledgeable, highly skilled, reassuring, and fully invested in you from the first phone call and until as long as you need his ongoing advice and support, irrespective of the complexity of the case, even if it's at the end of the sentencing or even further. You could just follow his lead by trusting his advice and insight, not worrying about the outcome. My advice is also to put in your 100% effort with commitment to change, so that it's a great, productive, joint effort. In times of need, I continue to liaise with him, seeking advice and guidance, and he continues to support me with a reassuring smile as always.

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Excellent service

Joe was helpful and reassuring from initial contact to conclusion of my case, always responding quickly to any queries and providing updates on progress.

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Best ending possible

Serious unexpected trouble came to my door one morning. After the feeling of total shock subsided I pulled myself together and sought the help of Joe. We were guided sensitively and in a non judgmental manner through our situation. The seriousness of the situation was not reduced but the step by step support was very good. Joe was always at the end of the phone. The eventual outcome was the best possible and I can’t thank him enough.

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One Of The Best Outcomes Achieved

My case had just ended this month (July 2025) and this was ongoing for over 2 years. Joe Happe kept me in the loop constantly and is very well versed in all things relevant to my case, the high level of experience is very apparent. My constant stress throughout the case was easier to handle since contact with Joe was very easy and open. The outcome was as ideal as i believe it could be and the fee was well worth it considering what could have been a possibility had i not invested in my case. I strongly recommend McMillans Solicitors to anyone going through any of the cases they specialize in.

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Joe has been extremely helpful and knowledgeable and was always contactable whenever I needed to contact him . Would recommend anyone who needs his specialist help to use this law firm.

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I recently found myself in a spot of bother with the law. Fortunately I found and contacted McMillans Solicitors. From the very first telephone consultation, right the way through to my sentance at Crown Court, Joe was there, offering his expertise and support, whether it be emotional or legal. Whenever I needed a question answering, he was there on the other end of the telephone, night and day. Joe and his team are non-judgemental, honest and they certainly know their area of the law inside and out. If you are staring into the abyss and you've lost all hope... please give Joe a call.

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Thanks for the review and the kind words and all the very best for the future

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I found Joe Happe and all his staff Jack and Angela to mention a few to be very professional very thorough and not at all judgemental Joe was always at the end of the phone if I had and questions. And on my day in court Joe and Jack went the extra mile for me … Money well spent, I would strongly recommend Mc Millans solicitors if you want to be looked after properly

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Joe was absolutely fantastic throughout the whole process, he was very clear and precise and entirely professional in all capacities. Helped us keep calm from start to finish, would highly recommend

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I can thoroughly recommend Joe Happe and his team at McMillans Solicitors. From my first contact I was treated sensitively and with understanding. My situation regarding the law was clearly explained and the possible and probable outcomes laid out. Their approach was not judgemental - It was supportive, and I had the clear feeling that they were doing all that was possible in the circumstances. Following the initial face to face consultation the communication by phone and texts were easily available and I felt in touch and well informed throughout the whole experience. It was very reassuring to have your questions and fears responded to quickly and with understanding. Above is a testimonial written by a satisfied client. The review was posted on behalf of the client by McMillans Solicitors to ensure anonymity. The client expressly asked that this review be posted on Google with a 5 star rating. All original testimonials are retained at the offices of McMillans Solicitors and redacted copies can be viewed at any time by request.

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I have worked with Joanna Life for a number of years and have been consistently impressed by the personal approach she and McMillans take to their clients and the attention to detail they give to their cases. Joanna is an absolute pleasure to work with. She combines a ruthless efficiency with a warm and friendly approach towards client care. Joanna’s case preparation is, quite simply, second to none.

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