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30 Old Steyne, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 1FL

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30 Old Steyne, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 1FL

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Burt Brill & Cardens Limited Review Scores & Client Satisfaction Overview

5.0
Excellent
95%+
Value for
Money
95%+
Success
Rate
95%+
Would
Recommend
Communication 5.0/5
Initial Impressions 4.9/5
Approachability 5.0/5
Documentation Accuracy 5.0/5
Legal Knowledge 5.0/5
Value for money 4.9/5

Accreditations

Burt Brill & Cardens Limited are accredited by

The Law Society accreditation awarded to Burt Brill & Cardens Limited
Conveyancing Quality Scheme accreditation awarded to Burt Brill & Cardens Limited

Description

Founded in the heart of Brighton, we have been providing bespoke legal advice to individuals, families, and businesses for over 125 years. Our legal services range in specialisms including property, family and divorce, dispute resolution, and personal affairs. Whatever your legal issue, we will take the time to understand your situation and tailor our service to meet your needs.

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Burt Brill & Cardens Limited Review Scores & Client Satisfaction Overview

4.9
Excellent
95%+
Value for
Money
13% above
national average
95%+
Success
Rate
15% above
national average
95%+
Would
Recommend
16% above
national average
Communication 4.8/5
Initial Impressions 4.9/5
Approachability 4.8/5
Documentation Accuracy 4.8/5
Legal Knowledge 4.8/5
Value for money 4.8/5

Accreditations

Burt Brill & Cardens Limited are accredited by

The Law Society accreditation awarded to Burt Brill & Cardens Limited
Conveyancing Quality Scheme accreditation awarded to Burt Brill & Cardens Limited

Description

Founded in the heart of Brighton, we have been providing bespoke legal advice to individuals, families, and businesses for over 125 years. Our legal services range in specialisms including property, family and divorce, dispute resolution, and personal affairs. Whatever your legal issue, we will take the time to understand your situation and tailor our service to meet your needs.

Rankings by area of expertise

The rankings below show the areas of expertise that Burt Brill & Cardens Limited 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 08:45–17:15
Tuesday 08:45–17:15 (Open)
Wednesday 08:45–17:15
Thursday 08:45–17:15
Friday 08:45–17:15
Saturday (Closed)
Sunday (Closed)

30 Old Steyne, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 1FL

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Clients praise the firm’s strong expertise in conveyancing, wills, probate, estate administration, lasting powers of attorney and complex property matters, including council sales, right to buy and specialist tax/inheritance issues. Reviews highlight thorough, clear advice, practical problem-solving and a good grasp of legal complexities. Clients especially value the team’s professionalism, efficiency, responsiveness, patience and compassion, with many noting reassuring communication, personal support and a calm, approachable manner that reduces stress throughout often difficult or time-sensitive matters.

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Well drafted Will for UK Expat

Emily provided 2 personal online meetings and one final personal face to face meeting for clarification prior to signing will. The essence of a good will is simplicity & clarity. Emily carefully questioned & assessed my wishes, domicile and family circumstances. What’s fearfully complicated for me, is quickly distilled to the feasibly executable in my will. Emily was relaxed about the pace of progress, as I was hesitant, touched base with me over 6 months until I was ready, then provided a draft which we discussed, agreed and signed at our lengthy personal meeting in BBC comfortable boardroom in regency Brighton. So mission well accomplished.

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Drafting of Will

Rosie guided me in making decisions regarding my will. The interview was well worthwhile as it enabled Rosie to understand my specific situation and follow through with added value suggestions. Rosie was always prompt in reply with clarity and specifics.

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Easy to communicate with and straight forward

I used Stephanie to deal with my late partner's probate. It ended up being a lengthy process due to hmrc. Stephanie was amazing at dealing with them and keeping us informed. She wasn't scared to challenge hmrc when needed. I would highly recommend her. Many thanks.

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Prompt, professional, flexible and very personable.

Emily Shearing was excellent - prompt, professional, flexible and very personable. She made every effort to help us understand the legal complexities of our wills.

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My Will and Peace of Mind

I recently had my Will done by Emily Shearing. I cannot say enough about her professionalism in every manner. She explained everything I needed to know clearly in person and in email communications. The process was smooth and the entire team made me feel extremely comfortable and valued even down to the cup of tea. Emily was recommended to me and now I wish to highly recommend her. She is brilliant! Thank you kindly for your outstanding service and it was my pleasure to deal with you.

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Jo-Anne

Daisy Tester worked with efficiency, clarity, skill and compassion on my mother's will which had complications. She provided me and my brother with clear information about a possible contestation, gave us plenty of time to deal with the matter in the way that suited us and did not pressurise us into any expensive decisions. I also appreciated her regular check ins to ensure we met deadlines and were in a position to respond. She made a huge difference to us at a very difficult time both personally and legally and saved us a lot of money.

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I cannot speak highly enough of the service provided to me by Burt, Brill and Cardens Solicitors and more specifically Courtney Pearce in the conveyancing of my late Mother's property to its new owners. I was very touched by the compassion with which I was treated as my Mother passed away part way through the sale process. Many thanks.

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Alison

I recently engaged the services of Burt Brill & Cardens to make my will - a task I’d been putting off for ages. The solicitor, Rosie Smith, made the whole process simple and straightforward. She understood my concerns, explained the clauses and technicalities and guided me throughout. I had a face to face meeting and one more to sign the document and she kept me informed throughout. I would recommend this firm and Rosie wholeheartedly.

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Thank you for your kind words, we are pleased everything went smoothly.

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malcolmjf

I have used Burt Brill and Cardens Solicitors several times through out 12 years now. Always professional, courteous and consistent. For buying and selling properties and also for wills and POA. I have never been disappointed, information is forthcoming without having to chase and their concern for the client is robust. A special mention has to be said for Victoria Fletcher. What could’ve been a very stressful and emotional purchase and sale due to personal circumstances and of course the normal delays and bumps associated to this process was made painless and as smooth as could’ve never imagined thanks to the hard work and genuine care for me as a client by Victoria. I’d recommend using Burt Brill and Cardens Solicitors every time. And if you’re lucky you’ll get Victoria assigned to you.

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Thank yo for your kind words and for your praise of Victoria. We were very pleased to act for you again.

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Patrick

Rosie and Izzy were helpful and efficient in assisting me revise my Will, making the whole procedure surprisingly painless.

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Clients praise the firm’s strong expertise in conveyancing, wills, probate, estate administration, lasting powers of attorney and complex property matters, including council sales, right to buy and specialist tax/inheritance issues. Reviews highlight thorough, clear advice, practical problem-solving and a good grasp of legal complexities. Clients especially value the team’s professionalism, efficiency, responsiveness, patience and compassion, with many noting reassuring communication, personal support and a calm, approachable manner that reduces stress throughout often difficult or time-sensitive matters.

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Well drafted Will for UK Expat

Emily provided 2 personal online meetings and one final personal face to face meeting for clarification prior to signing will. The essence of a good will is simplicity & clarity. Emily carefully questioned & assessed my wishes, domicile and family circumstances. What’s fearfully complicated for me, is quickly distilled to the feasibly executable in my will. Emily was relaxed about the pace of progress, as I was hesitant, touched base with me over 6 months until I was ready, then provided a draft which we discussed, agreed and signed at our lengthy personal meeting in BBC comfortable boardroom in regency Brighton. So mission well accomplished.

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Great service, fast, efficient and friendly. Would highly recommend

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Trust Advice

Rosie kept me informed throughout a rather protracted process.

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Drafting of Will

Rosie guided me in making decisions regarding my will. The interview was well worthwhile as it enabled Rosie to understand my specific situation and follow through with added value suggestions. Rosie was always prompt in reply with clarity and specifics.

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Neil Cockroft

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A Bad Conveyancing Experience With Burt Brill & Cardens

Never again! My original solicitor left without warning or explanation (rarely a good sign), replaced by a less-qualified conveyancer. It all went badly downhill: I endured weeks of silence and no progress; a key document had a serious error, risking a tax liability and a fine if hadn’t noticed it; the completion timescale was ridiculously naïve and unrealistic. I lodged two formal complaints, both of which were upheld by the firm. At least that process worked – but they’ve probably had lots of practice. True, I received a significant fee reduction as a result (although no more than I deserved for the needless personal stress, inconvenience and cost). I wasn’t trying to save money – I just wanted a professional service. Many other solicitors offer that, in Brighton and beyond. Go to the Law Society (England & Wales) website and Trustpilot UK (and see this firm's reviews).

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Tom

Used for a house purchase. Vicki, Ruth, Rosie and team were incredibly helpful and proactive throughout. BB&C are a pleasure to use!

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Philip

This is the third conveyance of ours, handled by Burt Brill & Cardens on our behalf. Two, reached a successful conclusion, whereas one of them was aborted, by no means in any way due to them, rather owing to a 'discovery' which surfaced, following enquiries, resulting in the transaction impossible for us to conclude. The most recent conveyance was completed on 5 August 2026 I must compliment the work carried out by Courtney Pearce, ably assisted by Kyla Mateer, who worked tirelessly, dealing with several unusual hurdles en route. There needs to be a special mention of the Head of Compliance, Richard Barr, who was of great help to us. Thank you Courtney, Kyla and Richard. Philip and Susan Brown

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Fiona

Very pleased with the service I received from Vicky and her team - they were always gentle with me thorough a very stressful sale and purchase!

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Chris

Excellent service, efficient and communication was good. Courtney dealt with the sale of my mother in laws bungalow.

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René Dee

René

I have used the services of Burt Brill & Cardens Solicitors throughout my adult life for myself, my late Wife and my son. On each occasion I have received professional and attentive service for a selection of legal requirements. I can unequivocally say that I have always received professional, courteous and timely advice. I do not hesitate in recommending them to others needing similar advice and sevices. René-Bernard DEE

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