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At Harbourside, 67 The Terrace, South Devon, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 1DP

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At Harbourside, 67 The Terrace, South Devon, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 1DP

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Wollens Review Scores & Client Satisfaction Overview

4.8
Excellent
92%
Value for
Money
95%+
Success
Rate
95%+
Would
Recommend
Communication 4.7/5
Initial Impressions 4.8/5
Approachability 4.8/5
Documentation Accuracy 4.8/5
Legal Knowledge 4.8/5
Value for money 4.6/5

Accreditations

Wollens are accredited by

Children Law accreditation awarded to Wollens
Family Law Advanced accreditation awarded to Wollens
Family Mediation accreditation awarded to Wollens
Trading names:
Wollens

Description

We think in full colour, but keep things black & white. Wollens are one of the largest independent law firms in the region, employing over 150 people with exceptional specialists across private client matters as well as company and commercial law. With offices located from coast to coast in South Devon, Exeter, and North Devon, Wollens has seen significant growth in recent years. This growth is attributed to substantial investments in personnel, specialist legal areas, and the enhancement of office infrastructure and facilities for both staff and clients. At Wollens, our mantra is Full Spectrum Law. We offer a comprehensive range of services, placing our clients at the heart of everything we do. Our approach is straightforward: we strive to provide clients with clarity, eliminating unnecessary jargon and ensuring there are no grey areas. We believe in treating clients as equals, fostering open and honest relationships built on trust and dialogue. Beyond our legal expertise, Wollens is committed to supporting local charities, good causes, and community projects. Our driving force is to achieve the best outcomes for our clients. We take pride in our track record of industry recognition, having received awards such as Excellence in Private Client Practice at the Law Society’s Excellence Awards, Law Firm of the Year at the Devon and Somerset Law Society Legal Awards and the Client Service Award at the national Modern Law Awards. Our guiding principle is Excellent Service, Every Team, Every Time.

Rankings by area of expertise

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

Wollens Review Scores & Client Satisfaction Overview

4.8
Excellent
93%
Value for
Money
10% above
national average
95%+
Success
Rate
16% above
national average
95%+
Would
Recommend
18% 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 4.7/5

Accreditations

Wollens are accredited by

Children Law accreditation awarded to Wollens
Family Law Advanced accreditation awarded to Wollens
Family Mediation accreditation awarded to Wollens
Trading names:
Wollens

Description

We think in full colour, but keep things black & white. Wollens are one of the largest independent law firms in the region, employing over 150 people with exceptional specialists across private client matters as well as company and commercial law. With offices located from coast to coast in South Devon, Exeter, and North Devon, Wollens has seen significant growth in recent years. This growth is attributed to substantial investments in personnel, specialist legal areas, and the enhancement of office infrastructure and facilities for both staff and clients. At Wollens, our mantra is Full Spectrum Law. We offer a comprehensive range of services, placing our clients at the heart of everything we do. Our approach is straightforward: we strive to provide clients with clarity, eliminating unnecessary jargon and ensuring there are no grey areas. We believe in treating clients as equals, fostering open and honest relationships built on trust and dialogue. Beyond our legal expertise, Wollens is committed to supporting local charities, good causes, and community projects. Our driving force is to achieve the best outcomes for our clients. We take pride in our track record of industry recognition, having received awards such as Excellence in Private Client Practice at the Law Society’s Excellence Awards, Law Firm of the Year at the Devon and Somerset Law Society Legal Awards and the Client Service Award at the national Modern Law Awards. Our guiding principle is Excellent Service, Every Team, Every Time.

Rankings by area of expertise

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

Wills, Trusts & Probate 1 / 7
Housing & Property 1 / 13
Family Law 1 / 5
Commercial Property 1 / 1
Professional Negligence 1 / 5
Commercial and Business Law 1 / 1
Employment 1 / 13
Company & Commercial 1 / 6
Inheritance Law 1 / 3
Clinical Negligence 1 / 2
Child Law 1 / 4
Dispute Resolution 1 / 3
Consumer 1 / 8
Court of Protection and Deputyship 1 / 1
Business Law 1 / 1
Land Law 1 / 1
Litigation 1 / 1
Personal Injury 1 / 4
Immigration Law 1 / 3
Auction Law 1 / 1
Care Law 1 / 490
Notary 1 / 1
Sports Law 1 / 4
Contract Law 1 / 3
Agriculture 1 / 3
Construction 1 / 3
Insurance Law 1 / 1
Money & Tax 1 / 4
IT & Intellectual Property 1 / 3
Welfare & Benefits 1 / 1
Company Law 1 / 1
Planning Law 1 / 4
Banking 1 / 2
Cosmetic Surgery Law 1 / 4
Debt and Tax Law 1 / 1
Equity Law 1 / 6
Charities 1 / 3
Compliance Law 1 / 3
Corporate Law 1 / 2
Injunctions Law 1 / 1
Medical Law 1 / 1
Mental Health Law 1 / 2
Energy Law 1 / 1
Pensions Law 1 / 1
Appeals Law 1 / 2
Discrimination Law 1 / 5
Domestic Violence Law 1 / 18
Driving offences 1 / 1
Human rights 1 / 2
Occupational Health Law 1 / 9
Artificial Intelligence Law 1 / 1
Copyright Law 1 / 1
Cybersecurity and Data Protection Law 1 / 5
Disability Law 1 / 5
Energy & Transport 1 / 2
Enforcement Law 1 / 7
Equality Law 1 / 3
Health and Safety Law 1 / 6
Information Law 1 / 5
Intellectual Property Law 1 / 1
International Law 1 / 17
Licensing Law 1 / 12
National Insurance Law 1 / 1
Regulations 1 / 1
Social Law 1 / 1
Surveillance Law 1 / 1
White Collar Crime 1 / 2
Local 1 / 13
Wills, Trusts & Probate 21 / 3,760
Housing & Property 10 / 4,769
Family Law 8 / 4,221
Commercial Property 25 / 3,667
Professional Negligence 21 / 1,297
Commercial and Business Law 7 / 348
Employment 35 / 3,621
Company & Commercial 9 / 4,185
Inheritance Law 15 / 676
Clinical Negligence 15 / 1,246
Child Law 28 / 1,638
Dispute Resolution 38 / 1,801
Consumer 25 / 4,416
Court of Protection and Deputyship 13 / 575
Business Law 11 / 459
Land Law 18 / 1,321
Litigation 18 / 878
Personal Injury 91 / 2,653
Immigration Law 13 / 1,147
Auction Law 7 / 286
Care Law 1 / 532
Notary 24 / 843
Sports Law 1 / 302
Contract Law 12 / 1,427
Agriculture 33 / 819
Construction 17 / 856
Insurance Law 5 / 663
Money & Tax 3 / 1,951
IT & Intellectual Property 19 / 1,113
Welfare & Benefits 12 / 1,049
Company Law 12 / 969
Planning Law 2 / 585
Banking 13 / 1,031
Cosmetic Surgery Law 2 / 148
Debt and Tax Law 9 / 785
Equity Law 12 / 570
Charities 12 / 770
Compliance Law 2 / 461
Corporate Law 9 / 842
Injunctions Law 8 / 932
Medical Law 1 / 188
Mental Health Law 3 / 204
Energy Law 5 / 359
Pensions Law 2 / 486
Appeals Law 5 / 844
Discrimination Law 4 / 496
Domestic Violence Law 11 / 897
Driving offences 44 / 623
Human rights 9 / 963
Occupational Health Law 2 / 428
Artificial Intelligence Law 1 / 95
Copyright Law 2 / 522
Cybersecurity and Data Protection Law 4 / 894
Disability Law 6 / 602
Energy & Transport 5 / 511
Enforcement Law 6 / 574
Equality Law 8 / 1,097
Health and Safety Law 3 / 575
Information Law 2 / 338
Intellectual Property Law 5 / 623
International Law 1 / 377
Licensing Law 4 / 500
National Insurance Law 4 / 423
Regulations 16 / 2,413
Social Law 2 / 224
Surveillance Law 2 / 164
White Collar Crime 3 / 203
National 38 / 11,165

Meet the team of Wollens

Meet the team of Wollens

Contact & Locations - Wollens

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)

At Harbourside, 67 The Terrace, South Devon, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 1DP

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4.8 /5 37 Reviews
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What clients say about Wollens

The firm is praised for strengths across conveyancing, family law, wills/probate, trusts, commercial and sports law, dispute resolution and Court of Protection matters — offering clear, practical and technically strong advice. Clients value prompt, efficient, proactive service with transparent fees and regular updates. Soft skills repeatedly highlighted include approachability, empathy, compassion, calmness, patience, strong communication, responsiveness and professionalism; many note the team’s ability to reduce stress, explain complex issues simply and go the extra mile to achieve positive outcomes.

Prompt communication
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Professional service
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Valerie

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Wills, Trusts & Probate

Lasting Power of Attorney

Professional & efficient service. Clear & practical advice and great legal knowledge.

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Thank you for this feedback - we are pleased that the team was able to assist you with this matter. Best Wishes, Wollens

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anonymous

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Wills, Trusts & Probate

Replacement LPA

Found experience to be a smooth process, team acted with integrity.

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Thank you for this feedback. We are glad the team were able to help you with your requirements. Kind Regards, Wollens

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Anonymous

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Wills, Trusts & Probate

will and power of attorney and all other matters relating to all that needed to be done to conform with the law.

very helpful and kind. Local and have been responsible for my legal requirements over many years. A responsible job for all the people they have to deal with.

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Thank you for leaving this feedback - we are happy to hear that Jessica, Liz, Iain, and the team have been able to help you on numerous occasions over the years. Kind Regards, Wollens

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Alan Mortimore

Wills, Trusts & Probate

Court of Protection and Grant of Probates for my parents

I was recommended Wollens by the Estate Agent when my elderly parents were thinking of selling their bungalow and going into a care home. However, I was not an executor until they both died. When my father passed away, my mother was not able to deal with such affairs as she was the sole executor of my dads estate. Hence. I then contacted Woolen to arrange Court of Protection over my mother as well as sort out my father's estate. This was handled very efficiently and kept me fully informed of progress. On the death of my Mother I was more than happy to instrust Wollens to sort out her estate and obtain the Grant of Probate. I have been very pleased with the service provided and the very reasonal costs involved which I was very happy to pay. I would certainly use Wollens again if I need any further legal work.

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Thank you for your comments and feedback - we are pleased that the team were able to help you with this. Kind regards Wollens

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Care Law

Excellent Court of Protection lawyer

Edward Lee acted for me in a particularly complicated and contentious Court of Protection case where I was at a significant disadvantage. I consider myself fortunate to have been represented by Edward, as the case was a challenging one, and other firms I had approached were unwilling to take it on. Wollens struck a perfect balance between professionalism and approachability, which made a stressful process much more manageable. Edward’s understanding of how to navigate the Court of Protection was invaluable, and the advice I received was clear and practical. Despite the challenges, Wollens helped me achieve a very positive result. Although it was not an experience I would want to repeat, I would certainly turn to Wollens again if needed, and am grateful to Edward for his expertise and support.

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Thank you for your feedback - we are pleased that Ed and the team have been able to help you. With kind regards Wollens

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The firm is praised for strengths across conveyancing, family law, wills/probate, trusts, commercial and sports law, dispute resolution and Court of Protection matters — offering clear, practical and technically strong advice. Clients value prompt, efficient, proactive service with transparent fees and regular updates. Soft skills repeatedly highlighted include approachability, empathy, compassion, calmness, patience, strong communication, responsiveness and professionalism; many note the team’s ability to reduce stress, explain complex issues simply and go the extra mile to achieve positive outcomes.

Prompt communication
Clear advice
Professional service
Approachable staff
Efficient process
Responsive team
Knowledgeable solicitors
Compassionate support
Proactive handling
Client focused

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Mr L Hazelden

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Lasting Power of Attorney

Confident with the service

We have used Karen on several occasions. We keep returning because we feel comfortable and confident with the service and advice given.

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Mark Freeman

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Housing & Property

Tenancy advice from Rhoda Honey

Rhoda was prompt and efficient in all our communications. She provided exceptionally clear and detailed advice that fully justified the fixed fee we had arranged

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Thank you for leaving this feedback - we are happy to hear that Rhoda was able to provide the needed advice and assist with your matter. Kind Regards, Wollens

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GS SL Tibbitts

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Care home seeking to terminate placement

From Day 1 , first telephone call Katrina was excellent Approachable, sympathetic, empathetic and gave very clear advice Matter was successfully resolved with minimal stress to us . A very emotional upsetting time but with Katrina advice we secured the desired outcome

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Thank you for this feedback. We are glad to hear that Katrina was able to assist you with your matter to a satisfactory conclusion. Best Wishes, Wollens

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Deb

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Wills, Trusts & Probate

Consistently Good

Sound professional advice, capable, efficient and responsive. Would use again.

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Family Law

Divorce & Will

Was given sensible advice, kept fully aware throughout and found Wollens to be proactive, friendly and professional.

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Jo Barlow

Housing & Property

A client

Mark undertook the conveyancing for our house purchase. He was extremely professional, helpful and approachable throughout, keeping us informed of each development, explaining details when necessary and phoning us to explain various options. When we needed a speedy conclusion to the purchase he wrapped things up at great speed to ensure everything ran smoothly. Would absolutely recommend him.

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Thank you for providing this review. We are so glad that Mark was able to assist with your requirements and we hope to work with you again in the future. Kind Regards, Wollens

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Alan Melrose

Housing & Property

Alan

The dispute resolution team, led by Simon Bean, were very understanding, approachable and professional. Simon really took care to make sure that I understood the case as it developed and gave clear and comprehensive advice as to the best options for my responses. They ensured I was immediately updated of any developments and were receptive to my suggestions on the scope of my communications. First Class,

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Thank you for your feedback. We are glad that Simon and the team were able to assist with your matter. Kind Regards, Wollens

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Chris Hazelden

Family Law

Chris

I cannot recommend Helen at the Exeter office highly enough for anyone going through the difficult process of divorce. From start to finish, she was professional, calm, and completely focused on the facts — exactly what you need during such an emotionally charged time. What stood out most was her ability to keep the process grounded and rational. She cut through the noise, focused on what mattered legally, and never allowed emotions to cloud the advice she gave. That approach made an incredibly stressful experience feel far more manageable. If you want a solicitor who will advocate for you clearly and effectively while keeping a cool head throughout, Helen is exactly who you need. I’m truly grateful for her support.

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Thank you for leaving such a detailed review - we are glad that Helen was able to assist with your matter & relieved the pressure of an otherwise stressful situation. Best Wishes, Wollens

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John Holman

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Excellent service from a friendly team. There's three things you want from a solicitor - someone who knows their stuff and will tell you as it is, someone who communicates clearly and responsively, and someone you feel is on your side and cares about a good outcome. I cannot rate Craig Smith more highly in these regards.

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Thank you so much for these lovely comments. We are thrilled to see that Craig has been able to support you with this matter. Kind Regards, Wollens

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Andrew James

Family Law

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Highly Recommended – Exceptional Service During a Difficult Time I recently used Wollens Solicitors for the financial aspects of my divorce, and I couldn’t be happier with the service I received. From the very first contact, the team was responsive and professional. My solicitor, Helen Handley, was absolutely fantastic from start to finish. She took my case on at the drop of a hat and went above and beyond to support me throughout the entire process. Helen was incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and reassuring at a time when everything felt overwhelming. She could not have done more to help me, always keeping me informed and fighting hard to achieve the best possible outcome. Thanks to Helen and the team at Wollens, I felt genuinely supported and confident that my financial matters were in the very best hands. I would highly recommend Wollens Solicitors — and Helen Handley in particular — to anyone going through a divorce or needing expert family law advice. Thank you, Helen!

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