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Wills, Trusts & Probate
Wills, Trusts and Probate
Very helpful, explained everything well when paperwork signed incorrectly, reprinted forms & revised the replacement forms the same day for completion.
Barcan+Kirby LLP
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111-117 Regent Street, Kingswood, Bristol, Avon, BS15 8LJ
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111-117 Regent Street, Kingswood, Bristol, Avon, BS15 8LJ
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Regulator ID: 568743
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Barcan+Kirby LLP Review Scores & Client Satisfaction Overview
Excellent
Value for
Money
Value for money: 95%
Money
Value for money
12%
above national average
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Success
Rate
Satisfied with outcome: 95%+
Rate
Satisfied with outcome
16%
above national average
About this score
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When a firm has a large number of reviews, individual case differences tend to balance out over time. This makes the national average a useful benchmark for understanding how often clients feel the result achieved was fair and appropriate for their situation. Even small differences from the average can therefore reflect a meaningful difference in the overall standard of legal service provided.
Would
Recommend
Would recommend to friends and family: 95%+
Recommend
Would recommend to friends and family
15%
above national average
About this score
This score shows how likely clients are to recommend this law firm to friends or family, based on verified reviews and compared with the national average. In legal matters, recommendations are usually based on trust, clarity of advice, and how supported clients felt throughout their case. This comparison helps show how consistently a firm meets those expectations.
Communication
4.9/5
Initial Impressions
4.8/5
Approachability
4.9/5
Documentation Accuracy
4.8/5
Legal Knowledge
4.8/5
Value for money
4.7/5
Accreditations
Barcan+Kirby LLP are accredited by
Trading names:
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Barcan+Kirby
Description
Our solicitors in Kingswood specialise in child law, civil and commercial litigation, commercial property, corporate and commercial law, Court of Protection, domestic abuse, employment law, Lasting Powers of Attorney, family law, inheritance and estate planning, medical negligence, personal injury, probate and estate administration, residential conveyancing, Trusts, and Wills.
Rankings by area of expertise
The rankings below show the areas of expertise that Barcan+Kirby LLP offers to clients. You can see how good the service offered is in comparison to all other law firms nationally / locally.
Barcan+Kirby LLP Review Scores & Client Satisfaction Overview
Excellent
Value for
Money
Value for money: 94%
Money
Value for money
11%
above national average
About this score
This rating is based on verified client feedback and compares how this firm’s value for money is perceived against the national average. In legal services, value for money is not about being the cheapest option, but about whether clients feel the service, expertise, and outcome justified the cost. This comparison helps place client experiences in context when choosing a law firm.
11% above
national average
Success
Rate
Satisfied with outcome: 95%+
Rate
Satisfied with outcome
15%
above national average
About this score
This rating is based on client feedback and compares how satisfied people were with the result of their legal matter against the national average for similar legal services. While every case is different and outcomes can depend on the law, the facts, and decisions made by courts or tribunals, this comparison is designed to be like for like.
When a firm has a large number of reviews, individual case differences tend to balance out over time. This makes the national average a useful benchmark for understanding how often clients feel the result achieved was fair and appropriate for their situation. Even small differences from the average can therefore reflect a meaningful difference in the overall standard of legal service provided.
15% above
national average
Would
Recommend
Would recommend to friends and family: 95%+
Recommend
Would recommend to friends and family
16%
above national average
About this score
This score shows how likely clients are to recommend this law firm to friends or family, based on verified reviews and compared with the national average. In legal matters, recommendations are usually based on trust, clarity of advice, and how supported clients felt throughout their case. This comparison helps show how consistently a firm meets those expectations.
16% above
national average
Communication
4.8/5
Initial Impressions
4.8/5
Approachability
4.9/5
Documentation Accuracy
4.8/5
Legal Knowledge
4.8/5
Value for money
4.7/5
Accreditations
Barcan+Kirby LLP are accredited by
Trading names:
•
Barcan+Kirby
Description
Our solicitors in Kingswood specialise in child law, civil and commercial litigation, commercial property, corporate and commercial law, Court of Protection, domestic abuse, employment law, Lasting Powers of Attorney, family law, inheritance and estate planning, medical negligence, personal injury, probate and estate administration, residential conveyancing, Trusts, and Wills.
Rankings by area of expertise
The rankings below show the areas of expertise that Barcan+Kirby LLP offers to clients. You can see how good the service offered is in comparison to all other law firms nationally / locally.
Housing & Property
1 / 50
Wills, Trusts & Probate
1 / 39
Family Law
1 / 45
Commercial Property
1 / 87
Employment
1 / 13
Company & Commercial
1 / 163
Personal Injury
1 / 7
Clinical Negligence
1 / 35
Dispute Resolution
1 / 34
Court of Protection and Deputyship
1 / 540
Corporate Law
1 / 15
Mergers and Acquisitions Law
1 / 8
Private Client Law
1 / 24
Contract Law
1 / 21
Land Law
1 / 23
Child Law
1 / 20
Company Law
1 / 16
Construction
1 / 16
Administrative Law
1 / 17
Agriculture
1 / 10
Auction Law
1 / 3
Care Law
1 / 7
Disability Law
1 / 38
Discrimination Law
1 / 33
Domestic Violence Law
1 / 34
Energy Law
1 / 21
Equality Law
1 / 58
Equity Law
1 / 18
Injunctions Law
1 / 19
Nuisance Law
1 / 16
Occupational Health Law
1 / 31
Professional Negligence
1 / 51
Local
1 / 92
Housing & Property
53 / 4,693
Wills, Trusts & Probate
27 / 3,713
Family Law
21 / 4,157
Commercial Property
24 / 3,582
Employment
22 / 3,550
Company & Commercial
10 / 4,053
Personal Injury
62 / 2,597
Clinical Negligence
25 / 1,221
Dispute Resolution
26 / 1,793
Court of Protection and Deputyship
1 / 583
Corporate Law
22 / 842
Mergers and Acquisitions Law
12 / 431
Private Client Law
7 / 329
Contract Law
8 / 1,413
Land Law
18 / 1,319
Child Law
27 / 1,643
Company Law
10 / 960
Construction
13 / 847
Administrative Law
5 / 214
Agriculture
69 / 815
Auction Law
4 / 291
Care Law
13 / 569
Disability Law
8 / 600
Discrimination Law
6 / 495
Domestic Violence Law
12 / 896
Energy Law
33 / 352
Equality Law
7 / 1,075
Equity Law
8 / 566
Injunctions Law
6 / 921
Nuisance Law
9 / 233
Occupational Health Law
9 / 422
Professional Negligence
20 / 1,281
National
40 / 11,165
Pinned Reviews
Peter Rodwell
Housing & Property
Great service
Abi and her team acted for us on a recent sale and purchase and they acted swiftly, very professionally and although I had lower quotes, they were well worth their fee. They were approachable and always available via phone and email. They made an always stressful process far easier
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Meet the team of Barcan+Kirby LLP
Team members
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Joelle Allen
Associate
5.0
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71 Reviews
Emily Price
Associate
4.8
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60 Reviews
Abigail Harrison
Paralegal
4.9
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42 Reviews
Naomi O'Brien
Legal Director
4.8
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40 Reviews
Katrina Handley
Senior Legal Secretary
5.0
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19 Reviews
Shannon Milkins
Senior Paralegal
4.9
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16 Reviews
Charmaine Moger
Senior Associate
5.0
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9 Reviews
Toby Clench
Senior Associate
5.0
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8 Reviews
Joanne Crawshaw
Senior Legal Secretary
5.0
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7 Reviews
Carol Priddy
Senior Legal Secretary
5.0
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3 Reviews
Nicole Royal
Paralegal
5.0
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3 Reviews
Anna Wilson
Managing Partner
5.0
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3 Reviews
Courtney Darlow
Administration Assistant
5.0
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1 Reviews
Julie Tuffney
Senior Legal Secretary
5.0
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1 Reviews
Maddy Hall Smith
Solicitor Apprentice
0.0
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0 Reviews
Glynis Pinnell
Administration Assistant
0.0
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0 Reviews
Niall McGirr
Paralegal
0.0
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0 Reviews
Carolyn Davis
Administration Assistant
0.0
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0 Reviews
Chelsea Lock
Legal Secretary
0.0
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0 Reviews
Tammy Titus
Paralegal
0.0
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0 Reviews
Marian Barnett
Chartered Legal Executive (FCILEx)
0.0
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0 Reviews
Contact & Locations - Barcan+Kirby LLP
Opening hours
| Monday | 09:00–17:15 |
| Tuesday | 09:00–17:15 |
| Wednesday | 09:00–17:15 |
| Thursday | 09:00–17:15 |
| Friday | 09:00–17:15 |
| Saturday | (Closed) |
| Sunday | (Closed) |
111-117 Regent Street, Kingswood, Bristol, Avon, BS15 8LJ
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Clients praise the firm’s expertise in conveyancing, wills and trusts, probate, family law, employment matters, commercial work and property transfers. Reviews highlight strong knowledge, attention to detail, swift turnaround times and clear, practical advice. Clients also value the team’s friendly, approachable and empathetic manner, with staff described as reassuring, patient, supportive and highly responsive. Communication is repeatedly noted as clear, prompt and proactive, helping matters feel smooth, well managed and stress-free.
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Colin
Clinical Negligence
Life changing result
Having spent 7 years with Richard dealing with my extremely complicated case, which many would have given up on, I can only offer the very highest praise.His hard work, attention to detail and never give up attitude resulted in a settlement way beyond my expectations and deserves every one of the 5 star rating. I will miss my contact with him. If you are looking for a winner, do not bypass Richard Harries. He is the most caring professional I have ever dealt with.
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Thank you so much for this lovely review, Colin. Wishing you all the best for the future!
Lucy
Excellent and efficient service
Judit Kerese advised me about drawing up a consent order, which reached a satisfactory conclusion. She was efficient, well-informed and very clear and helpful in her advice. I am very happy to recommend her. I have also received an excellent service from Naomi O'Brien during a long and stressful process of selling and buying a house. She always responds promptly and fully to queries, and I had complete confidence in her.
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Thank you for taking the time to leave a positive review, Lucy. We are so pleased we could help you with your matter and wish you all the best.
Other Reviews
Richard Maddox
Wills, Trusts & Probate
Richard
Helpful and professional in their approach. Resolved my problem against an unexpected and awkward deadline. Many thanks.
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Thanks, Richard. Glad our Thornbury team could help.
Laura Tanner
Dispute Resolution
Laura
Barcan+Kirby Solicitors came very highly recommended and did not disappoint. At a very challenging time, they were extremely supportive to myself and my husband as we navigated a complicated and traumatic construction dispute. We are particularly grateful to Alicia Bouarada for the care and attention she gave to our case. If you are unfortunate enough to find yourself in need of legal representation, I would wholeheartedly recommend this firm, and Alicia in particular.
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Thanks for taking the time to leave a review, Laura. We're glad Alicia was able to offer support to you and your husband during a difficult time and wish you all the best for the future.
Anonymous
Litigation / Dispute Resolution
I should have walked out the door when the solicitor turned up to my first in-person meeting (which I travelled for) having read none of the documents I'd prepared. He also was wearing a dirty/stained shirt - early in the working day. I should have walked.
A representative from Barcan+Kirby LLP responded to this review
Thanks for your feedback. The initial documentation was checked through prior to your appointment and there were no issues raised from you throughout the process. If you wish to discuss this further, we kindly ask that you contact your solicitor directly or email hello@barcankirby.co.uk.
Ed
Company & Commercial
A client
Corporate and litigations team were very helpful in a recent transactional matter, which got reasonably complicated. Unflustered and straightforward approach helped to resolve without creating additional tension!
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Thanks for taking the time to leave this great feedback, Ed.
Mark Smithers
Housing & Property
Litigation / Dispute Resolution
Very happy with the service. Polite, very knowledgeable and helped me to resolve my issue. Highley recommend!
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Thanks, Mark.
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Clients praise the firm’s expertise in conveyancing, wills and trusts, probate, family law, employment matters, commercial work and property transfers. Reviews highlight strong knowledge, attention to detail, swift turnaround times and clear, practical advice. Clients also value the team’s friendly, approachable and empathetic manner, with staff described as reassuring, patient, supportive and highly responsive. Communication is repeatedly noted as clear, prompt and proactive, helping matters feel smooth, well managed and stress-free.
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Mark woodman
Review for mark scanlon and all team
Thanks for reading.i m going WAY beyond the pale of ,Barcan kirby nice to deal with, delt with conveyancing to my expactations etc etc etc.......... Please kindly read. Mark scanlon and i include his whole team are simply world class..thats right world class. I l keep this skinny............i researched Mark scanlon 5 years ago and was impressed. Without going into detail , he fought an up hill battle for me as regards a very serious life changing amount of money. He won............or we won drawing to an amicable agreement 4 years later i contact Mark to arrange the accounts details report of the sold house i had probate for etc...he even remembered my case going back 4 years previous.... This is summery of Mark. highly intelligent. Able to adapt to circumstace of my needs etc. And the most brilliant of correspondence to the apposing side i have ever witnesd. Totally world class lawyer...........marks on speed dial. !!
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Rita
Clinical Negligence
Charlotte is a brilliant and empathetic solicitor
Charlotte supported me and my family through a heartbreaking period with equal parts professionalism and empathy and a deep knowledge of the subject matter when we needed it most. Thank you so much Charlotte for your hard work and dedication, we really appreciate it. You are an asset to Barcan + Kirby. Best wishes, Rita and family.
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Thank you for taking the time to leave this lovely review, Rita. We're glad Charlotte was able to support you and your family during a difficult time and wish everyone all the best for the future.
Peter Rodwell
Housing & Property
Great service
Abi and her team acted for us on a recent sale and purchase and they acted swiftly, very professionally and although I had lower quotes, they were well worth their fee. They were approachable and always available via phone and email. They made an always stressful process far easier
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Thanks, Peter. We're glad Abi and the New Build team were able to assist with the sale and purchase of your property and we look forward to working with you again in the future.
Elaine
Not good
Had conveyancing practice deal with the purchase of a new home for me 4 years ago, & I’m still being told by lenders that part of the property doesn’t belong to me!!
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Hi Elaine, as discussed with Kim, all relevant documents outlining your ownership of the property have been shared with you. During your recent phone conversation with her, you confirmed you are uncertain about which of part the property is not owned. Unfortunately, this means there isn’t any further assistance we’re able to provide at this stage.
Dan
Family Law
Gareth Is A Winner
Ill keep this short, Gareth was simply amazing dealing with my case, he always responded to me quickly and was always one step ahead of the other party. Thanks again to Gareth and the whole team.
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Thanks for this great review, Dan. We're so pleased Gareth and his team were able to help with your matter.
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Mrs Christine Withey
Wills, Trusts & Probate
Wills, Trusts and Probate
Joelle was very good explained everything so i could understand.
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Thanks, Christine.
BH
Company & Commercial
Business / Commercial
This was our first interaction with Barcan+Kirby. We met Elsie on a networking event for Nursery Business owners. She has dealt very professionally and thoroughly with the purchase of our nursery; she provided sector knowledge and brought the different stakeholders together. We always felt greatly supported and out interests were very well addressed.
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Thanks for this great review! We're glad Elsie was able to guide you through the purchase of your nursery, and we look forward to working with you again in the future.
John
Wills, Trusts & Probate
Wills, Trusts and Probate
I had never used a solicitor before and was slightly anxious at the beginning. But my mind was soon put at ease. All the staff were friendly and helpful.
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It was a pleasure to support and guide you through your matter. We’re so pleased we could help put your mind at ease and be there for you when you needed us.
Shellie Williams
Family Law
Shellie
I cannot recommend Abigail enough for anyone navigating family law matters. From our very first interaction, she demonstrated clear and in-depth knowledge of her field, always breaking things down in clear context so I completely understood where I stood. Going through a very stressful time in my life, Abigail went above and beyond to keep me calm and made the process as stress-free as possible. She is so friendly, approachable, and genuinely relates to how you're feeling, offering incredible empathy alongside her professional expertise. Her unwavering support has meant the world to me, and I will be forever grateful for everything she has done.
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Thank you so much for your lovely review, Shellie. We’re glad that Abigail was able to support you through what we know was a difficult time and help make the process as smooth and stress-free as possible. It was a pleasure to be there for you, and we wish you all the very best for the future.
Cobb
Housing & Property
Residential Conveyancing
Was the 3rd time have used Jenny, always goes beyond the call of duty, 100 percent. Thank her again
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We're glad Jenny was able to help!
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