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8 Newgate, Barnard Castle, Co Durham, DL12 8NG

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8 Newgate, Barnard Castle, Co Durham, DL12 8NG

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Tilly Bailey & Irvine LLP Review Scores & Client Satisfaction Overview

3.4
Very Good
68%
Value for
Money
62%
Success
Rate
62%
Would
Recommend
Communication 3.4/5
Initial Impressions 3.7/5
Approachability 3.4/5
Documentation Accuracy 3.5/5
Legal Knowledge 3.6/5
Value for money 3.4/5

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Tilly Bailey & Irvine LLP are accredited by

Children Law accreditation awarded to Tilly Bailey & Irvine LLP
Criminal Litigation accreditation awarded to Tilly Bailey & Irvine LLP
Personal Injury accreditation awarded to Tilly Bailey & Irvine LLP

Description

The largest Solicitors in Teesside with offices in Hartlepool, Stockton, Wynyard and Barnard Castle. Get strength on your side.

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Tilly Bailey & Irvine LLP Review Scores & Client Satisfaction Overview

4.5
Excellent
89%
Value for
Money
6% above
national average
91%
Success
Rate
9% above
national average
89%
Would
Recommend
8% above
national average
Communication 4.5/5
Initial Impressions 4.5/5
Approachability 4.5/5
Documentation Accuracy 4.5/5
Legal Knowledge 4.5/5
Value for money 4.5/5

Accreditations

Tilly Bailey & Irvine LLP are accredited by

Children Law accreditation awarded to Tilly Bailey & Irvine LLP
Criminal Litigation accreditation awarded to Tilly Bailey & Irvine LLP
Personal Injury accreditation awarded to Tilly Bailey & Irvine LLP

Description

The largest Solicitors in Teesside with offices in Hartlepool, Stockton, Wynyard and Barnard Castle. Get strength on your side.

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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)

8 Newgate, Barnard Castle, Co Durham, DL12 8NG

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3.4 /5 34 Reviews
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What clients say about Tilly Bailey & Irvine LLP

The firm specialises in conveyancing, remortgages, probate, family and court work, asbestos and trademark matters, demonstrating strong technical expertise and efficiency. Clients praise prompt, clear communication, thoroughness, proactive problem‑solving and reliable use of online case portals. Valued soft skills include professionalism, patience, empathy, approachability and calm reassurance during stressful or complex cases, plus friendly, responsive teamwork that keeps clients informed and confident throughout proceedings.

Excellent communication
Very responsive
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Friendly staff
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Kept informed
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Crime/ Criminal Defence

Neil

I cannot thank Neil Taylor enough for the support and professionalism shown throughout my court case. From start to finish, he guided me through an extremely stressful situation with compassion, reassurance, and clear communication. Thanks to their hard work and expertise, the outcome was better than I had hoped for which I am extremely grateful for. I would highly recommend them to anyone needing a solicitor during court.

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Family Law

Professional and friendly

A really professional yet friendly approach to sensitive legal matters. Nothing was too much hassle and guidance / advice was provided at every step of the way. I would definitely recommend.

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David

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Housing & Property

Very Professional Law firm

Always a pleasure dealing with the team at Barnard Castle. Every person is excellent at their job.

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satisfactory. But these surveys in my view are non-productive. Its not like weare comparing food or similar. I've only bought and sold 4 properties over a period of 60 years estate agents, solicitors, means of communication, land and property laws have all changed in that time how can I objectively measure the performance - me a mere layman! I'm not capable. I didn't need to deal with any solicitor but I thought Toni Dack was very capable. I think ideally I would have chosen a firm near to home but assume there are all much the same. I could rabbit on in the same vein. My view is the PR people have persuaded a lot of otherwise sensible folk into taking on these exercises which achieve very little tangible benefit while they laugh all the way to the bank! The King.s new clothes comes to mind.

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neil

Clueless

I would not recommend this firm to anyone. The service I received was quite frankly appalling. They are very expensive to start with, and were not open and honest about their fees. They caused me a whole deal of stress through their lack of communication, care and consideration. Only communicating through email, but never responded to any questions I would reply with. They only called me three times, each of those was for a payment, otherwise I had to chase them at every opportunity for any sort of update/response. Their staff are half-witted, belligerent and lack the basic understanding required to do their job. I was lied to. They tried to imply the fault lay with the other solicitors. It was only when I read the email trail between TBI law and the vendors, provided by my estate agent, did I discover where the actual problem was. It was clear TBI had been at fault. They were adamant they had called me, informing of the delay. When I asked for proof, they later came back and explained there had been an 'error' when dialling my number and a message was left on someone else's phone. GDPR breach. I was utterly disgusted by the way I was treated. I raised the issue with the appropriate manager, and received no way of an apology or acknowledgement of their failing. I did contact Nigel Broadbent, who has not even acknowledged my email. I would not recommend this company.

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Incapable and irresponsible! I regret trusting the advice to appoint them. My file for a simple conveyancing procedure has been pushed from person to person with no serious duty of care and multiple failed results back to back. Dont waste your time and appoint a firm who actually takes things seriously and know what they are doing...

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allan

Housing & Property

allan

I had a few issues selling my house but my solicitors jasmine and megan where so professional and had so much patience….. would recommend this practice all time….. Thank you very much

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Paula

Paula

Disgraceful service, I imagine because I was on legal aid, but been told to F off is not acceptable. I wouldn’t go with any of these so called professionals, I just thank the lord I recorded everything including conversations, talk about starting on the back foot, they want you on your knees. So much conflict of interest, it’s unacceptable. They think they’re untouchable and can’t be held accountable. They will be.

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Fahid

I will certainly avoid. Poor communication, really slow in working and responding. Poor management of documents I sent. Do not respond to inquiries. Sent inquiry on Jan 4 and got response on Jan12 from TBI " I will come back to you shortly." Then no response again until Jan 25 when I sent a reminder again. They have not made it clear what is left in conveyancing process. Last week when we called, we were told the relevant staff is on leave and will look into it on return. I feel it is unfair if a staff is away and our work is left pending. The carelessness I received from them is delaying the work. Their negligence is costing me:(. I am unable to recover the loss.Unprofessional and unorganized. This review is about their Stockton on Tees branch

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Housing & Property

John

Excellent professional service from Mr B Farrell and his staff

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The firm specialises in conveyancing, remortgages, probate, family and court work, asbestos and trademark matters, demonstrating strong technical expertise and efficiency. Clients praise prompt, clear communication, thoroughness, proactive problem‑solving and reliable use of online case portals. Valued soft skills include professionalism, patience, empathy, approachability and calm reassurance during stressful or complex cases, plus friendly, responsive teamwork that keeps clients informed and confident throughout proceedings.

Excellent communication
Very responsive
Professional service
Friendly staff
Knowledgeable team
Efficient process
Helpful guidance
Kept informed
Patient support
Good value

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Faith Ebengho

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Housing & Property

Mortgage

Excellent experience working with Lucy Levoir and her legal team. They handled my mortgage and possessions paperwork with the utmost professionalism. Communication was fantastic throughout the entire process, and they always too the time to answer my questions. I couldn't have asked for a better team to represent me."

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Irene

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House move

Excellent service. Always available to help and answer any queries.

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David Taylor

Housing & Property

All's well that ends well

The Sunderland office was dealing with my house purchase which was progressing based on a proposed completion agreed with the vendor. The presuure was suddenly ramped up when the vendor asked for a date one month earlier than planned owing to the impending expiry of their mortgage offer which they had totally forgotten to mention to anyone (including their solicitor and the estate agent). TBI Scanlans responded to this surprise very nimbly and had everything ready ahead of time. Days before we were due to exchange contracts, with completion due a week or so after, we were told that the vendors' solicitor had closed their office and gone out of business! With some limited help from the estate agent and a former conveyancer from the failed law firm, TBI Scanlans kept everything on track even though it all went down to the wire. The team did a great job in avoiding what could have been a total diaster - especially as this all occurred within the two weeks before Christmas.

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Family Law

Excellent

Very fast response, thorough and detailed help, very helpful and understanding, very detailed letters written as not to miss any points so its to be understood by all involved, always kept in contact with throughout the help i needed

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Janet Obiri-Yeboah

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First Experience

It was an eye opener to find out how professional you work. All documents were sent and although it was overwhelming you had the patience.

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Tracy Lythe

Housing & Property

Tracy

Jessica & Michelle and the rest of the team made our stressful time very easy, the communication was second to none , barely no waiting time on response to even the simplest questions , thank you all so much

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Jack Percival

Housing & Property

Jack

Jasmine Matthew’s has been absolutely incredible. Being a first time buyer I was a complete beginner but she has been absolutely on it from start to finish, answering all questions I had whilst be very personable and friendly. I fully intend to use TBI again and hope to have jasmine dealing with my future purchases as the process from my side of the chain was flawless heavily down to her.

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Rachael Oliver

Rachael

Highly reccommend Tilly, Bailey and Irvine. My solicitor was excellent, responsive, communicated well. You are really in good hands with TBI.

Thanks for this 5 star review Rachael. We'll pass this onto our entire team of solicitors, in all branches across including Hartlepool, Stockton and as far as Sunderland. They'll be over the moon to hear about how happy you were with the legal help you received. Thank you!

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Keith Cooke

Keith

Looked after me for my Asbestos claim first class service kept me informed right to a successful ending

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Jill Butler

Housing & Property

Jill

We have recently used Maria Northrop's team from TBI conveyancing Stockton office for the sale of my son's property. There were a few issues with the buyer which caused a few concerns, but Maria and her team especially Laura and Kelly were always helpful, courteous and polite during any transaction. They are currently handling the purchase of my son's new property and I would highly recommend them for any conveyancing support. Thank you for all your help.

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