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Suite B, Ninth Floor, Avalon, 26-32 Oxford Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 8EZ

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Paris Smith Llp Review Scores & Client Satisfaction Overview

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

Accreditations

Paris Smith Llp are accredited by

Family Mediation accreditation awarded to Paris Smith Llp
Lexcel - excellence in legal practice management and client care accreditation awarded to Paris Smith Llp
The Law Society accreditation awarded to Paris Smith Llp

Description

Paris Smith provides the full range of legal services to businesses, organisations and individuals. Our purpose is to help our clients thrive, and to navigate the challenges and opportunities life throws.

Rankings by area of expertise

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Paris Smith Llp Review Scores & Client Satisfaction Overview

4.8
Excellent
95%
Value for
Money
12% above
national average
95%+
Success
Rate
14% above
national average
95%+
Would
Recommend
15% above
national average
Communication 4.8/5
Initial Impressions 4.8/5
Approachability 4.8/5
Documentation Accuracy 4.8/5
Legal Knowledge 4.8/5
Value for money 4.8/5

Accreditations

Paris Smith Llp are accredited by

Family Mediation accreditation awarded to Paris Smith Llp
Lexcel - excellence in legal practice management and client care accreditation awarded to Paris Smith Llp
The Law Society accreditation awarded to Paris Smith Llp

Description

Paris Smith provides the full range of legal services to businesses, organisations and individuals. Our purpose is to help our clients thrive, and to navigate the challenges and opportunities life throws.

Rankings by area of expertise

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

Housing & Property 96 / 4,769
Family Law 239 / 4,221
Commercial Property 64 / 3,667
Employment 14 / 3,621
Immigration Law 61 / 1,147
Commercial and Business Law 50 / 348
Dispute Resolution 17 / 1,801
Litigation 9 / 878
Company & Commercial 25 / 4,185
Wills, Trusts & Probate 269 / 3,760
Professional Negligence 48 / 1,297
Contract Law 100 / 1,427
Child Law 150 / 1,638
Construction 32 / 856
Corporate Law 79 / 842
Banking 25 / 1,031
Company Law 4 / 969
Mergers and Acquisitions Law 41 / 425
Money & Tax 69 / 1,951
Personal Injury 349 / 2,653
Auction Law 37 / 286
Intellectual Property Law 52 / 623
Immigration 100 / 2,281
Consumer 66 / 4,416
Notary 39 / 843
Business Law 59 / 459
Agriculture 74 / 819
Debt and Tax Law 72 / 785
Asset Management 31 / 392
Planning Law 56 / 585
IT & Intellectual Property 35 / 1,113
Land Law 114 / 1,321
Appeals Law 51 / 844
Clinical Negligence 218 / 1,246
Compliance Law 27 / 461
Education 19 / 424
Charities 14 / 770
Cybersecurity and Data Protection Law 54 / 894
Franchise Law 8 / 119
Licensing Law 38 / 500
National Insurance Law 46 / 423
Brexit Law 12 / 146
Disability Law 57 / 602
Governance Law 20 / 273
Human rights 71 / 963
Social Law 20 / 224
Welfare & Benefits 42 / 1,049
Bribery and Corruption Law 27 / 411
Court of Protection and Deputyship 87 / 575
Energy & Transport 10 / 511
Enforcement Law 51 / 574
Equality Law 80 / 1,097
Health and Safety Law 48 / 575
Infrastructure Law 14 / 188
International Enforcement of Judgments 15 / 152
Manufacturing Law 6 / 82
Occupational Health Law 47 / 428
Privacy Law 28 / 515
Regulations 38 / 2,413
National 101 / 11,165

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Contact & Locations - Paris Smith Llp

Suite B, Ninth Floor, Avalon, 26-32 Oxford Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 8EZ

Reviews

4.9 /5 63 Reviews
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Clients praise the firm for expertise across conveyancing, commercial and corporate law, employment, wills, trusts, probate and dispute resolution, with strong transactional, due-diligence and litigation capability. Reviews highlight clear, practical legal advice, thoroughness and reliable technical knowledge. Valued soft skills include professionalism, prompt and empathetic communication, patience, approachability, calmness under pressure, commercial pragmatism and strong attention to detail — all delivered with responsiveness, clarity and client-focused support.

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Compassionate and Professional

I worked closely with Oliver for several years on a highly complex case. Oliver brings years of expertise and professional judgement to the table, and is deeply committed to bringing the best possible outcome for his clients. He brought clarity to a complex situation and provided thoughtful advice every step of the way. He is attentive to his clients and always made time to listen and answer my inquiries. I am truly grateful for his kindness. I am so happy I had the opportunity to work with Oliver, and I highly recommend him to anyone looking for knowledgeable and compassionate legal representation.

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Thank you for taking the time to share such thoughtful feedback. We are delighted to hear that Oliver Brady was able to provide clear, compassionate and expert support throughout such a complex matter.

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Very professional and experienced litigation lawyer

I had a very complex commercial leasehold issue that involved joint liquidators following the removal of a company director and the company being in compulsory liquidation.

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We're delighted that Lucy was able to support you through a situation which was less than straight forward. Thank you for taking the time to leave a review.

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Company & Commercial

Responsive and professional

Very responsive to time constraints. Professional service with clear communications.

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Thank you for taking the time to leave a positive review for our Corporate Department.

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Housing & Property

Recent experience

This firm is efficient and pleasant to deal with leaving one feeling confident that they will do an excellent job.

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Adequate

Rachel was professional, courteous and conducted our business to a satisfactory conclusion, with no complaints. However dealing with Paris Smith's trainee solicitor during this transaction, I found their manner inappropriate, rather curt and with a tendency to use language inappropriate for clients (e.g. 'fee earner', didn't advise me of the total fee required). I would be reluctant to use this firm again.

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Thank you very much for your feedback. We appreciate your recognition of the positive aspects whilst equally we value your constructive criticism regarding areas where improvement is needed. Your input will help us refine our approach, and we are committed to addressing the concerns you've raised.

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Daljit

Outstanding service provided by Tabytha Cunningham and her colleague Charlotte Farrell. I would highly recommend Tabytha as she provided exceptional and first class legal advice on an elongated dispute with my previous employer. Tabytha is very professional and her attention to detail is astounding. Tabytha is honest, hardworking, trusted and a brilliant individual working for a well sought after legal company - she is a real credit to Paris Smith LLP. Tabytha kept me in the loop and did exactly as she said she would and I was never let down. After two years I was happy with the outcome thanks to Tabytha's tenacity and her extreme passion in her role. Highly recommended.

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Hi Daljit Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a glowing review for Tabytha and Charlotte. I'm so pleased they managed to resolve this issue for you. Hopefully you can start 2023 on a bright positive note. I will pass on your kind words to the ladies. Kind regards Sandy (website manager)

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Thomas Westenholz

Thomas

I had an initial call with this firm and then told them I did not want to instruct them and did not want them to undertake any further work. They then continued to send me invoices for hours of work that had never been done. When I let them know nothing had been done and I have had no further calls with the solicitor and showed them the emails where I told them I would not instructed them and no further work should be done they ignored this. I never got the letters from the court but just received a letter saying a judgement of around £1,500 had been made for an initial hour consultancy call. I will obviously get this order set aside this company is a complete scam and in the initial hour they did nothing but ask me for details that I could have completed online or put on a form, such as how many kids I have how old they are and bla bla bla. I hired another law firm that has been amazing. This company is dishonest and provide no value for money they will just try to bill you as much as they can get away with. Stay clear.

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Gerry

When a distant relative died, unexpectedly I found myself as executor of her will. It was being administered by the solicitors who had been holding the Will. Annoyingly, the Will had been badly written and contained mistakes and ambiguities. It became obvious to me that those dealing with it were incapable of resolving the situation and were wrongly pursuing pointless and expensive lines of investigation. I mentioned this to a friend who told me that while dealing with Paris Smith he had learnt that they had a man who specialises in bad wills. I approached Paris Smith and Jason Oliver said that he could help me. Jason considered all the facts and immediately stopped the administering solicitors from proceeding further. With his expertise he was able to resolve the complex issues while keeping me fully informed at all times. He guided me through Zoom meetings, dealings with barristers and High Court procedures. Best of all, the estate was finally divided as originally intended. I was very impressed with the professionalism of Jason Oliver and would recommend him to anyone requiring legal advice and guidance.

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Hi Gerry Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review about the service provided by Jason. It really does mean a lot to us. Sandy

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Max

ZOe Culverwell is an excellent junior solicitor. Smart, level-headed and commercially minded - a real asset to the famiy law team.

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Hi Max Thank you so much for leaving a wonderful review for Zoe. I shall let her know you have left this for her. Sandy

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Christopher

Great firm.

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Hi Christopher Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. We really do appreciate all feedback we receive. Sandy

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Clients praise the firm for expertise across conveyancing, commercial and corporate law, employment, wills, trusts, probate and dispute resolution, with strong transactional, due-diligence and litigation capability. Reviews highlight clear, practical legal advice, thoroughness and reliable technical knowledge. Valued soft skills include professionalism, prompt and empathetic communication, patience, approachability, calmness under pressure, commercial pragmatism and strong attention to detail — all delivered with responsiveness, clarity and client-focused support.

professional
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timely responses
knowledgeable
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approachable
attention to detail
efficient service
compassionate support
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Ming

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Compassionate and Professional

I worked closely with Oliver for several years on a highly complex case. Oliver brings years of expertise and professional judgement to the table, and is deeply committed to bringing the best possible outcome for his clients. He brought clarity to a complex situation and provided thoughtful advice every step of the way. He is attentive to his clients and always made time to listen and answer my inquiries. I am truly grateful for his kindness. I am so happy I had the opportunity to work with Oliver, and I highly recommend him to anyone looking for knowledgeable and compassionate legal representation.

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Thank you for taking the time to share such thoughtful feedback. We are delighted to hear that Oliver Brady was able to provide clear, compassionate and expert support throughout such a complex matter.

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Excellent service

Paris Smith have advised us on various issues over the last year. We have found them professional, quick to respond, provide clear advice and excellent value for money.

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Thank you for your kind feedback. We are delighted to hear that our advice and service have been helpful over the last year.

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John Robert & Barbara Eva Caines

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Wills, Trusts & Probate

Excellent knowledge and service

Always knew the answers to my questions and professional with her approach

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Thank you for the kind review you have left for Vicky, which we will share with her.

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Employment

Settlement Agreement

Very professional approach and excellent communication. Helped by explaining the legal details of the contract. Would definitely recommend Grace.

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We're so glad that Grace was able to help you through the process of finalising a settlement agreement by explaining everything so clearly. We will ensure that Grace sees the kind review you have left. Thank you.

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Calm, professional and a huge help

Nicola helped us with a tricky situation and did a superb job of balancing a legal process with a series of direct conversations possible due to a strong understanding of our legal options. Positive, professional, always felt under control and inflappable. Would highly reu

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We were delighted to see the lovely review you left for Nicola after the support she gave you recently. We will ensure that she and the team sees the feedback you have given. Thank you.

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Matthew

Would highly recommend Paris Smith LLP. Grace Dipper was excellent with her advice, knowldege and clarity of the process I got assistance with. Not only were her skills top-notch, but she was also very approachable, professional and friendly, she also went the extra mile.

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Thank you for your excellent review, Matthew. We’re delighted to hear you were so satisfied with the service, and that Grace provided clear, knowledgeable and approachable support throughout. If you need any further assistance in the future, please do not hesitate to contact us.

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Same experience as S.E.S! They have been "administering" my late mother's estate for 6 years. She was 98, and her Will was written by them as a Trust, with themselves as Sole Trustees. So, on top of the £16K that they paid themselves for probate, they are into us for another £40K, as of 2025. It is a small cottage which has been the home for many years of the excellent lady who cared for my mother. She pays £5000 pa rent, not that we have ever seen it, and for administering it they have charged an average of £8000 pa over this period - a task we would have performed for nothing! We have no idea how much we currently owe, or why - they don't explain. 14 lawyers have been involved, most of whom we have never heard of. But they've told us clearly they're not going to step down as Trustees until we pay their bill, so they're threatening us as well. They even threatened to sell it, which would have put our tenant out onto the street in the middle of winter. Their behaviour may be legal; but it has been unpleasant - my mother intended it for the benefit of her grandchildren, one of whom has Downs Syndrome. No doubt, as with S.E.S, Paris Smith would also class these as mere "concerns"!

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Dear Neil, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We are very sorry to hear about your concerns regarding the administration of your late mother’s estate and the associated costs. Your feedback regarding fees, rent, and overall estate management has been noted and will be reviewed internally, as transparency, fairness, and client satisfaction are very important to us. We welcome you to reach out directly to discuss this matter further and address any outstanding concerns.

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A client

Good advice well delivered and efficient service.

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Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future.

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Housing & Property

Alex

Conveyancing for house purchase/sale - excellent communication and help to guide me through the process. Good attention to detail and keeping me up to date with progress.

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Hi Alex Thank you so much for taking the time to leave Delicia a review of the service she provided. I wish you all the happiness in your new home. Kind regards Sandy

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Danvers

Very helpful

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Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future.

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