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9 Duke Street, Darlington, Darlington, Co Durham, DL3 7RX

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9 Duke Street, Darlington, Darlington, Co Durham, DL3 7RX

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Meikles Solicitors LLP Review Scores & Client Satisfaction Overview

4.6
Excellent
89%
Value for
Money
92%
Success
Rate
88%
Would
Recommend
Communication 4.5/5
Initial Impressions 4.7/5
Approachability 4.4/5
Documentation Accuracy 4.5/5
Legal Knowledge 4.6/5
Value for money 4.4/5

Accreditations

Meikles Solicitors LLP are accredited by

Children Law accreditation awarded to Meikles Solicitors LLP
Criminal Litigation accreditation awarded to Meikles Solicitors LLP
Mental Health accreditation awarded to Meikles Solicitors LLP

Description

Meikles have provided legal services to clients in County Durham and the surrounding areas for over 100 years. We have offices in Bishop Auckland, Ferryhill, Sedgefield, Darlington, Spennymoor and Gateshead. Our team of experienced highly qualified solicitors and support staff will provide you with first class legal advice and assistance. We provide a clear, friendly and efficient service.

Rankings by area of expertise

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Meikles Solicitors LLP Review Scores & Client Satisfaction Overview

4.3
Excellent
85%
Value for
Money
2% above
national average
84%
Success
Rate
2% above
national average
82%
Would
Recommend
1% above
national average
Communication 4.2/5
Initial Impressions 4.4/5
Approachability 4.3/5
Documentation Accuracy 4.3/5
Legal Knowledge 4.3/5
Value for money 4.2/5

Accreditations

Meikles Solicitors LLP are accredited by

Children Law accreditation awarded to Meikles Solicitors LLP
Criminal Litigation accreditation awarded to Meikles Solicitors LLP
Mental Health accreditation awarded to Meikles Solicitors LLP

Description

Meikles have provided legal services to clients in County Durham and the surrounding areas for over 100 years. We have offices in Bishop Auckland, Ferryhill, Sedgefield, Darlington, Spennymoor and Gateshead. Our team of experienced highly qualified solicitors and support staff will provide you with first class legal advice and assistance. We provide a clear, friendly and efficient service.

Rankings by area of expertise

The rankings below show the areas of expertise that Meikles Solicitors LLP offers to clients. You can see how good the service offered is in comparison to all other law firms nationally / locally.

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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 (Open)
Friday 09:00–17:00
Saturday (Closed)
Sunday (Closed)

9 Duke Street, Darlington, Darlington, Co Durham, DL3 7RX

Reviews

4.6 /5 25 Reviews
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What clients say about Meikles Solicitors LLP

Clients praise the firm’s expertise in conveyancing, property transactions, wills, estates, family and court work, and practical legal support. Reviewers value clear, timely communication, responsiveness (including out-of-hours availability), diligence and professionalism, plus calm, supportive guidance through stressful matters. The team is described as helpful, reliable and tenacious in pursuing outcomes, with strong attention to detail and efficient digital handling of documents. Overall clients commend the firm’s personable service, trustworthiness and consistent ability to deliver positive results.

Professional service
Excellent communication
Responsive staff
Supportive guidance
Efficient process
Diligent handling
Accessible outside hours
Hospital visits
Digital document transfer
Reasonable charges

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Robert Carling

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Housing & Property

Good proffessional service

I have been with Meikles Solicitors for more than 30 years but recently they have restructured and their property conveyancing have moved from Ferryhill office to Bishop Auckland office. Jake Dixon was my main contact and I was delighted with his service and professionalism. I noticed Jake was working outside of business hours on some occations which for a solicitors office was refreshing. Keep up the good work i will certainly continue to use the Bishop Auckland office.

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Dear Robert, thank you very much for taking the time to submit this review. I will ensure both Jake and his line manager are aware of your kind comments. I am delighted you had no issues with our service and the restructure and if we can be of any help in the future then please do not hesitate to contact Meikles Solicitors. Your continued support is very much appreciated.

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Kate Bennett

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Housing & Property

Great service once again

We have worked with Meikles for many years on both a personal and business level, and in many areas including conveyancing. Miss Steinberg is an excellent solicitor who always gives us the confidence that she is working on our side and providing the best outcomes. We can not fail to recognise the years of support we receive from our main contact, Janine, who is diligent, professional and an excellent communicator. Janine makes the legal side of our business an easier area to deal with, ensuring all inquiries are taken care of, thus allowing us to focus on our core business. Janine gives us full confidence that our legal matters are in professional hands and we have someone working alongside our businesses to support us at every step.

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Dear Kate, thank you for taking the time to submit this review, we appreciate it. I will ensure Miss Steinberg is aware of your kind comments. If we can be of any assistance in the future please do not hesitate to contact Meikles Solicitors.

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Chloe Kay

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Housing & Property

Excellent service and communication

Meikles were absolutely fantastic completing my transfer of equity. My mortgage provider made it rather difficult, but Janine and Lyanne never stopped chasing, keeping me updated until the job got done. Thank you again!

A representative from Meikles Solicitors LLP responded to this review

Dear Chloe, thank you for taking the time to write this review and your kind words. I have forwarded a copy to Lyanne and Janine. Your review is very much appreciated and if we can be of any further assistance in the future then please do not hesitate to contact Meikles Soliciors.

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Kate Anne

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Housing & Property

Leasehold sale & new build purchase

Meikles have been amazing through the not so easy process of selling my flat and transitioning into a new build home. Jake was always contactable and friendly, guiding me through every process. Not to mention the work that Gemma and Lorraine did behind the scenes too. Couldn’t thank you enough!

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Dear Kate, thank you for taking the time to submit this review. I have forwarded a copy to Jake, Gemma and Lorraine as well as their line manager. Your review and your kind words are very much appreciated. If we can be of any further assistance in the future please do not hesitate to contact Meikles Solicitors.

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Alan Peters

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Housing & Property

house move

the process from very start has been handled proffesionally and I have been kept upto date also documents transfered digitally stopped tme being lost.I am sure the physical move will be conducted in the same manner.

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Thank you for taking the time to submit this review. I have forwarded a copy to Jessica and her line manager. Your review and your kind words are very much appreciated. If we can be of any further assistance in the future please do not hesitate to contact Meikles Solicitors.

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Lewis Thompson

Lewis

Dreadful. Accepted my conveyancing case (a straightforward purchase) and also willingly accepted a £300 (!) fee for initial searches, then decided that they could not proceed with my case as I was selling another property. Baffling as it is common practice to sell a property and purchase another! They then charged me £60 for the privilege for works carried out. Disgraceful customer service. Avoid at all costs.

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Daragh Burke

Daragh

Used meikles when purchasing a house. From start to finish everyone we spoke to and met was professional, helpful and quick to respond to any queries we had. Would highly recommend. Claire, Nicola and Gemma were exceptional. Could not have asked for a higher standard of service.

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Lorraine Harrison

Lorraine

Very friendly staff, from the receptionist to the solicitor.

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Cascade 1963 Wilson

Cascade

Great solicitor's very friendly and caring would recommend for all your legal needs

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Sue Redshaw

Sue

I was initally a little dissappointed as could not use my local branch for conveyancing as they were representing the seller so I used the Ferryhill. Branch instead. Wow am I pleased I did.... I can honestly say I'm impressed with the service I have received from Claire Coates as my solicitor and her assistant Nicola. As someone who has lived in the same property for 30yrs to say I was nervous about the thought of moving is an understatement However I can honestly say Nicola was so so supportive and also very prompt at answering any queries I had guiding and reassuring me constantly. Claire on our face to face today was amazing she was so so friendly and informal and very very professional and personal in her manner. I would definitely recommend Meikle at Ferryhill to family and friends in the future given my experience on this occasion

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Reviews

4.3 /5 83 Reviews
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What clients say about Meikles Solicitors LLP

Clients praise the firm’s expertise in conveyancing, property transactions, wills, estates, family and court work, and practical legal support. Reviewers value clear, timely communication, responsiveness (including out-of-hours availability), diligence and professionalism, plus calm, supportive guidance through stressful matters. The team is described as helpful, reliable and tenacious in pursuing outcomes, with strong attention to detail and efficient digital handling of documents. Overall clients commend the firm’s personable service, trustworthiness and consistent ability to deliver positive results.

Professional service
Excellent communication
Responsive staff
Supportive guidance
Efficient process
Diligent handling
Accessible outside hours
Hospital visits
Digital document transfer
Reasonable charges

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Robert Carling

Verified
Housing & Property

Good proffessional service

I have been with Meikles Solicitors for more than 30 years but recently they have restructured and their property conveyancing have moved from Ferryhill office to Bishop Auckland office. Jake Dixon was my main contact and I was delighted with his service and professionalism. I noticed Jake was working outside of business hours on some occations which for a solicitors office was refreshing. Keep up the good work i will certainly continue to use the Bishop Auckland office.

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A representative from Meikles Solicitors LLP responded to this review

Dear Robert, thank you very much for taking the time to submit this review. I will ensure both Jake and his line manager are aware of your kind comments. I am delighted you had no issues with our service and the restructure and if we can be of any help in the future then please do not hesitate to contact Meikles Solicitors. Your continued support is very much appreciated.

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Kate Bennett

Verified
Housing & Property

Great service once again

We have worked with Meikles for many years on both a personal and business level, and in many areas including conveyancing. Miss Steinberg is an excellent solicitor who always gives us the confidence that she is working on our side and providing the best outcomes. We can not fail to recognise the years of support we receive from our main contact, Janine, who is diligent, professional and an excellent communicator. Janine makes the legal side of our business an easier area to deal with, ensuring all inquiries are taken care of, thus allowing us to focus on our core business. Janine gives us full confidence that our legal matters are in professional hands and we have someone working alongside our businesses to support us at every step.

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A representative from Meikles Solicitors LLP responded to this review

Dear Kate, thank you for taking the time to submit this review, we appreciate it. I will ensure Miss Steinberg is aware of your kind comments. If we can be of any assistance in the future please do not hesitate to contact Meikles Solicitors.

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Luke Thompson

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5star

Excellent service from Georgina would Highly recommend

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Dear Luke, thank you for taking the time to write this review and your kind words. I have forwarded a copy to Georgia and her line manager. Your review is very much appreciated and if we can be of any further assistance in the future then please do not hesitate to contact Meikles Solicitors.

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Chloe Kay

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Housing & Property

Excellent service and communication

Meikles were absolutely fantastic completing my transfer of equity. My mortgage provider made it rather difficult, but Janine and Lyanne never stopped chasing, keeping me updated until the job got done. Thank you again!

A representative from Meikles Solicitors LLP responded to this review

Dear Chloe, thank you for taking the time to write this review and your kind words. I have forwarded a copy to Lyanne and Janine. Your review is very much appreciated and if we can be of any further assistance in the future then please do not hesitate to contact Meikles Soliciors.

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Kate Anne

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Housing & Property

Leasehold sale & new build purchase

Meikles have been amazing through the not so easy process of selling my flat and transitioning into a new build home. Jake was always contactable and friendly, guiding me through every process. Not to mention the work that Gemma and Lorraine did behind the scenes too. Couldn’t thank you enough!

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A representative from Meikles Solicitors LLP responded to this review

Dear Kate, thank you for taking the time to submit this review. I have forwarded a copy to Jake, Gemma and Lorraine as well as their line manager. Your review and your kind words are very much appreciated. If we can be of any further assistance in the future please do not hesitate to contact Meikles Solicitors.

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pauline buck

Wills, Trusts & Probate

pauline

My brother was in Bishop Auckland Hospital and being sent to Sunderland for life saving surgery. He needed to make a will urgently and didn't know if a solicitor would go to the hospital. After ringing Meikles Bishop Auckland and speaking to a very nice lady it was organised for Amy Dodds from the Sedgefield branch to visit. Amy was brilliant and had his will made and signed with a follow up visit all in less than a week. The service could not have been better. It was a difficult time but my brother, thankfully, came through the operation and is recovering. This was at the end of February beginning of March. Thank you Amy and Meikles for a brilliant service very reasonably priced.

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Pauline Jiggins

Pauline

We used Meikles to support my daughter in the family law court. Chris was absolutely fantastic, straight talking and very knowledgeable regarding the laws re child arrangements. Can not recommend this guy and company enough!!!

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Julia Parkinson

Julia

Excellent service from start to finish

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martin emerson

martin

Helpful staff professional work

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Lewis Thompson

Lewis

Dreadful. Accepted my conveyancing case (a straightforward purchase) and also willingly accepted a £300 (!) fee for initial searches, then decided that they could not proceed with my case as I was selling another property. Baffling as it is common practice to sell a property and purchase another! They then charged me £60 for the privilege for works carried out. Disgraceful customer service. Avoid at all costs.

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