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Mill Bank House, Northway, Runcorn, Cheshire, WA7 2SX

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Mill Bank House, Northway, Runcorn, Cheshire, WA7 2SX

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Bell Lamb & Joynson Review Scores & Client Satisfaction Overview

5.0
Excellent
95%+
Value for
Money
13% above
national average
95%+
Success
Rate
17% above
national average
95%+
Would
Recommend
18% above
national average
Communication 4.9/5
Initial Impressions 4.9/5
Approachability 5.0/5
Documentation Accuracy 5.0/5
Legal Knowledge 5.0/5
Value for money 4.8/5

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Bell Lamb & Joynson are accredited by

Children Law accreditation awarded to Bell Lamb & Joynson
Criminal Litigation accreditation awarded to Bell Lamb & Joynson
Family Law accreditation awarded to Bell Lamb & Joynson

Description

Welcome to Bell Lamb & Joynson, an award-winning law firm established in 1821. With a history of over two centuries, we combine deep-rooted expertise with modern legal practice from our offices in Liverpool City Centre, Liverpool North, Runcorn, Maghull, Warrington & Ashton-in-Makerfield. We specialise in Conveyancing, Criminal Law, Family Law, Motor and Road Traffic Law, Powers of Attorney, Wills & Probate and Contentious Probate & Disputes. Trust our legacy and expertise to guide you through your legal matters and contact Bell Lamb & Joynson today.

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Bell Lamb & Joynson Review Scores & Client Satisfaction Overview

4.9
Excellent
95%+
Value for
Money
13% above
national average
95%+
Success
Rate
16% above
national average
95%+
Would
Recommend
16% above
national average
Communication 4.8/5
Initial Impressions 4.8/5
Approachability 4.9/5
Documentation Accuracy 4.9/5
Legal Knowledge 4.9/5
Value for money 4.8/5

Accreditations

Bell Lamb & Joynson are accredited by

Children Law accreditation awarded to Bell Lamb & Joynson
Criminal Litigation accreditation awarded to Bell Lamb & Joynson
Family Law accreditation awarded to Bell Lamb & Joynson

Description

Welcome to Bell Lamb & Joynson, an award-winning law firm established in 1821. With a history of over two centuries, we combine deep-rooted expertise with modern legal practice from our offices in Liverpool City Centre, Liverpool North, Runcorn, Maghull, Warrington & Ashton-in-Makerfield. We specialise in Conveyancing, Criminal Law, Family Law, Motor and Road Traffic Law, Powers of Attorney, Wills & Probate and Contentious Probate & Disputes. Trust our legacy and expertise to guide you through your legal matters and contact Bell Lamb & Joynson today.

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Alan Grant

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Wills, Trusts & Probate

Excellent professional support with Will preparation

"My Wife and I have been considering having our Wills prepared and met Melissa Hughes at BLJ towards the end of April. Dealing with this really important matter is never straightforward and we were naturally anxious. There was no need, however, as Melissa was very professional,"

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Housing & Property

Five stars all round ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

"Would like to thank the team at bell lamb & joynson solicitors for everything they’ve done for me on the purchase of a new property, they are an absolutely amazing team, fast and easy turnaround and very helpful throughout the purchase would definitely recommend bell lamb and joynson solicitors"

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Opening hours

Monday 09:00–17:00
Tuesday 09:00–17:00
Wednesday 09:00–17:00
Thursday 09:00–17:00
Friday 09:00–17:00
Saturday (Closed)
Sunday (Closed)

Mill Bank House, Northway, Runcorn, Cheshire, WA7 2SX

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5.0 /5 171 Reviews
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The firm is praised for expertise in conveyancing, wills, LPAs, criminal defence and probate, with efficient digital/on‑line tracking and strong case management. Clients value clear, prompt communication, professionalism, responsiveness and practical guidance. Staff are described as approachable, patient, supportive and reassuring, often going above and beyond to reduce stress and explain matters in plain English. Many reviews highlight proactive updates, timely progress and good value for money, and frequent recommendations to return for future legal needs.

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GSD

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Wills, Trusts & Probate

First class service

We visited Talitha today to amend our wills. Talitha made the whole process easy, straightforward and stress-free. She was supportive, listened carefully to what we wanted, and explained everything clearly throughout. Our experience of working with Talitha has been excellent from start to finish. We felt completely at ease and confident that our wishes had been understood. We would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a professional, friendly and approachable solicitor. Thank you Talitha

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Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a lovely review! Talitha will be absolutely delighted to know her clear explanations and supportive approach made updating your wills so straightforward. The entire firm deeply appreciates your high recommendation!

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Kay Alexander

Wills, Trusts & Probate

Excellent professional, helpful service and very good value for money

Both my husband and myself needed to update our Wills. As the previous ones were through Laura Williams at BLJ, we of course wanted to go back and ask for Laura’s help again. We also requested help from Laura in writing and submitting for registration, Lasting Power of Attorneys (LPAs) for us both. Laura was informative and helpful throughout both processes. She is very approachable and obviously has expertise in these areas - especially when we needed assistance & clarity. Laura took time to explain things where we had questions and she pointed out pros and cons for us to consider. Laura was very patient with us which we really appreciated! We were in excellent hands and would have no hesitation in returning to Laura and to BLJ whenever we may need a solicitor in the future. Additionally we feel we have had very good “value for money” considering the amounts charged for Wills and for LPAs. Thank you Laura and BLJ!

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Thank you for the fantastic feedback, Kay! We are thrilled to hear that Laura looked after you both so well once again with your Wills and LPAs. Providing approachable, expert, and great-value service is our top priority, and we truly appreciate your continued trust in Laura and the team at Bell Lamb & Joynson!

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Michael Mc Nulty

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Wills, Trusts & Probate

Update of Will

I recently updated my last 'Will & Testimony' with the help and support of Talitha Shandley. The whole process was extremely professional and any questions or concerns I had were addressed with knowledge and understanding. I was extremely happy with all aspects from the initial meeting to the completion of the Will.

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Thank you for the fantastic feedback, Michael! We are thrilled to hear that Talitha provided such a professional, knowledgeable, and reassuring service throughout the process of updating your Will. We truly appreciate your kind words and your trust in our firm!

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John B

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Housing & Property

Excellent Support Throughout a Difficult Sale

We were very pleased with the service provided by Racheal McClean and Victoria Boutle during the recent sale of my late mother-in-law’s home. The firm’s digital services made it easy to keep track of the process and complete all the necessary actions promptly. When there were delays between the offer and exchange of contracts, Racheal and Victoria were diligent in following matters up and kept us fully informed throughout. We always felt that they were on top of everything. Their manner was consistently professional, approachable and reassuring. It was a pleasure to deal with them, and we would have no hesitation in recommending them to others.

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Thank you so much for taking the time to share your review, John! We are delighted to hear how well Racheal and Victoria supported you throughout. Thank you for recommending us, and all the best moving forward!

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Anthony

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Wills, Trusts & Probate

Smooth experience

Needed to make my Will,something we tend to put on the back burner for too long. Wanted a professional one, not a DIY. Contacted B L.&J at Walton Vale and made an appointment. Laura Williams helped me to prepare the Will. She pointed out the do's and dont's and guided me through the process. It all went very smooth and Laura was both professional and friendly. Thank you Laura for making a sensitive subject easy.

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We truly appreciate your trust in BLJ Solicitors to look after such an important matter, Anthony. Please don't hesitate to reach out if you ever need anything else as Laura and the team will be here for you. All the best!

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Lucy Catherine Hope As Executor for Christine Hope

Housing & Property

Lucy Catherine's experience...

Michaela and the team have been absolutely incredible from start to finish. I love the app and very easy way to message at whatever time suits me. Whenever I have called I have also always been able to get through. Communication really is key, and BLJ have been fantastic. Thank you so much for helping us sell our mum's home.

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Thank you, Lucy. We are pleased to hear that Michaela and the team provided excellent communication and support throughout.

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Carl Philip Storey

Housing & Property

Carl Philip's experience...

See you again soon for another happy with Will service and house selling service, if only you done discounts for added business as I've got about 4 more houses I'll be selling periodically

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Thank you for your continued trust in our firm, Carl! We’re delighted that you’re happy with both our Wills and conveyancing services.

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Kerry Gibbons

Housing & Property

Kerry

BLJ provided a fantastic conveyancing service. I have now arranged for BLJ to arrange my will also. I would highly recommend their services.

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Thank you for your positive feedback, Kerry. I’m pleased we provided a fantastic conveyancing service and that you’ve chosen us to arrange your will as well. If you need any further assistance with your will or any other legal matter, please get in touch.

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Samuel Joseph

Housing & Property

Samuel Joseph's experience...

Chris has been phenomenal throughout this whole experience. What started off as a bit of a nightmare has become a total dream with the help of Chris and the team. We've had constant reminders and updates which is so helpful, as it's so easy to lose track of so much information when you lead a busy life. A massive thank you to the whole team for their work

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Thank you for your wonderful feedback, Samuel. We're thrilled Chris and the team turned a challenging experience into a smooth one for you. Your appreciation means a lot!

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Fern

Housing & Property

Fern

I was recommended blj by a colleague who had previously used the firm. As a first time buyer the conveyancing process was new to me. The team were patient with me and answered any queries I had. My assigned solicitor and her assistant were amazing and although the process took a while, no fault of the solicitors on either side, probate property with a hidden leasehold, I did not feel overwhelmed or stressed at any point. The app was also a great tool and I felt amazing when the moving van finally made it to the house with the fireworks. Would highly recommend to others looking at purchasing a home.

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Thank you Fern for taking the time to leave this amazing review!

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The firm is praised for expertise in conveyancing, wills, LPAs, criminal defence and probate, with efficient digital/on‑line tracking and strong case management. Clients value clear, prompt communication, professionalism, responsiveness and practical guidance. Staff are described as approachable, patient, supportive and reassuring, often going above and beyond to reduce stress and explain matters in plain English. Many reviews highlight proactive updates, timely progress and good value for money, and frequent recommendations to return for future legal needs.

Excellent communication
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App convenience
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mark grimes

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Flat purchase

Shakirra, Lauren and Sam were all excellent and I’m very grateful for their hard work

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Jade Wilson & Casey Connelly

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Jade & Casey’s experience

Amazing service, staff so helpful Shakirra and Sam both constantly reassured us with all the steps along the way and was always helpful to answer questions when we’ve rang up etc, never needed to chase up any steps in the process because they are extremely fast with getting the process all done amazing how quick they have got this all done for us, would 100% recommend to others so supportive throughout it all cannot thank these two women enough there amazing at what they do.

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Excellent service

Having never been in a situation where we needed legal representation before, this was a really stressful time for us. Samantha put us at ease every step of the way and Darren was an absolute star in court. He put the whole family at ease and really fought our corner, winning the case. I can't recommend highly enough.

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Beth

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No major hiccups, some last minute anxiety

We bought our house through BLJ with nothing major going wrong. They were upfront about fees and there were no hidden fees or surprises along the way. The app was really helpful at the beginning when we were trying to keep track of everything that needed to be done. It was useful to have all communication in one place and not scattered throughout emails. The only reason it’s not a 5 star review is that at the very end, the crux point of trying to complete, it was tricky to get hold of our solicitors to confirm information when we were getting nervy as first time buyers. We wanted a little more reassurance that everything was going to go ahead on the planned date. Overall, I would recommend.

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Fran Palmer

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Housing & Property

Perfect Service

Lily and Sarah were on hand to answer any questions I had and progressed our sale and purchase perfectly. The estate agents even commented how refreshing it was to have solicitors who were on the ball. Not planning on moving again but I'd definitely use BLJ again for any future transactions. Thanks ladies!

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Thank you for the wonderful feedback, Fran! Keeping sales and purchases moving seamlessly is always top priority, so knowing Lily and Sarah progressed your move perfectly means the world to us. We wish you all the very best settling into your new home!

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Kiven Gallini

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A big thank you to Darren Jones and Samantha Lack on a Fantastic result in court to day. Darren was a star and truth won the day.

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Cathy Moss

Cathy

Excellent service from Lily Highly recommend

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Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback, Cathy! Lily will be delighted to know she made such a positive impression. We wish you all the very best.

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Avril Avillina Rozario

Housing & Property

Avril Avillina's experience...

The service I received from David Meyer was outstanding and excellent. David kept us in the loop throughout the transaction. I won’t hesitate to use David again. I would highly recommend to use David for any conveyance transactions.

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Hi Avril, thank you for sharing your feedback with us! Clear communication and outstanding service are exactly what we strive to deliver, so we’re thrilled to hear how well David looked after you throughout your conveyancing transaction. We greatly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to working with you again!

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Wendy Christine Murphy

Housing & Property

Wendy Christine's experience...

Initially impressed with the portal but soon realised that the responses are slow and are holding responses not action driven. No clear updates on what is outstanding or what needs to be sorted by who. Difficult to get hold of the solicitors by phone or portal. 48hrs SLA to respond to messages but still waiting following this. The process of buying a house is outdated and needs to be more streamlined. The statement for our mortgage was not requested in a timely manner as one example, SLA not known by the solicitor which was 48 hrs not 24hrs which delayed the sale. Informed by solicitor it was requested on Monday but when I called First direct it was only requested on Tuesday with 48hr leadtime. The statement is valid for 30 days. Why would you not have requested this earlier? Nothing seems to be streamlines at all with no clear communication with Seller at all.

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Wendy Christine Murphy

Housing & Property

Wendy Christine's experience...

Initially impressed with the portal but soon realised that the responses are slow and are holding responses not action driven. No clear updates on what is outstanding or what needs to be sorted by who. Difficult to get hold of the solicitors by phone or portal. 48hrs SLA to respond to messages but still waiting following this. The process of buying a house is outdated and needs to be more streamlined. The statement for our mortgage was not requested in a timely manner as one example, SLA not known by the solicitor which was 48 hrs not 24hrs which delayed the sale. Informed by solicitor it was requested on Monday but when I called First direct it was only requested on Tuesday with 48hr leadtime. The statement is valid for 30 days. Why would you not have requested this earlier? Nothing seems to be streamlines at all with no clear communication with Seller at all.

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