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Creative Media Centre, 45 Robertson Street, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 1HL

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Creative Media Centre, 45 Robertson Street, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 1HL

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Stephen Rimmer LLP Review Scores & Client Satisfaction Overview

4.7
Excellent
95%+
Value for
Money
95%+
Success
Rate
95%+
Would
Recommend
Communication 4.6/5
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

Stephen Rimmer LLP are accredited by

Criminal Litigation accreditation awarded to Stephen Rimmer LLP
Lexcel - excellence in legal practice management and client care accreditation awarded to Stephen Rimmer LLP
Family Law accreditation awarded to Stephen Rimmer LLP

Description

Stephen Rimmer founded the firm in Eastbourne in 1981, we have enjoyed steady growth since then and now have almost one hundred Solicitors and staff. A lot of the expansion has come from personal recommendation from our clients and business colleagues. We offer a full range of commercial and consumer legal services from our offices in central Eastbourne and by appointment from our Hastings office. All our Solicitors are experts in their fields working in specialist departments within the firm. Whatever your concerns, contact us today for a friendly and personal approach to your legal needs.

Rankings by area of expertise

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Stephen Rimmer LLP Review Scores & Client Satisfaction Overview

4.9
Excellent
95%+
Value for
Money
13% above
national average
95%+
Success
Rate
16% above
national average
95%+
Would
Recommend
17% above
national average
Communication 4.8/5
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

Stephen Rimmer LLP are accredited by

Criminal Litigation accreditation awarded to Stephen Rimmer LLP
Lexcel - excellence in legal practice management and client care accreditation awarded to Stephen Rimmer LLP
Family Law accreditation awarded to Stephen Rimmer LLP

Description

Stephen Rimmer founded the firm in Eastbourne in 1981, we have enjoyed steady growth since then and now have almost one hundred Solicitors and staff. A lot of the expansion has come from personal recommendation from our clients and business colleagues. We offer a full range of commercial and consumer legal services from our offices in central Eastbourne and by appointment from our Hastings office. All our Solicitors are experts in their fields working in specialist departments within the firm. Whatever your concerns, contact us today for a friendly and personal approach to your legal needs.

Rankings by area of expertise

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

Contact & Locations - Stephen Rimmer LLP

Opening hours

Monday 09:00–17:45
Tuesday 09:00–17:45
Wednesday 09:00–17:45 (Open)
Thursday 09:00–17:45
Friday 09:00–17:45
Saturday (Closed)
Sunday (Closed)

Creative Media Centre, 45 Robertson Street, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 1HL

Reviews

4.7 /5 25 Reviews
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What clients say about Stephen Rimmer LLP

The firm specialises in conveyancing, wills, LPAs, probate and related property work, with clear expertise in complex and new-build transactions. Clients praise timely, efficient and thorough case management, strong attention to detail, clear pricing and proactive communication. Valued soft skills include approachability, patience, empathy, calm reassurance, responsiveness and good plain-English explanations; clients feel supported and confident during stressful matters. The team is described as professional, friendly and reliable, often delivering seamless, well‑organised outcomes and excellent client care.

Excellent communication
Responsive staff
Efficient service
Knowledgeable solicitors
Friendly team
Stress‑reducing support
Clear explanations
Professional conduct
Competitive pricing
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Wills, Trusts & Probate

Really helpful advising regards our Wills

Really good advice - helped us structure and formalise our Wills ensuring that we covered inheritance options regards the estate for my spouse and children. Explained all the legal requirements and considerations in easy to understand language.

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Grant Sanders

We're glad we could assist in updating your wills. Thank you for your feedback, and we're pleased Adrian explained everything in easy to understand language. Best Wishes, Stephen Rimmer.

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Carol

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Housing & Property

Extremely Pleased with the service

From start to finish I have been kept informed. I have had help all along the way, questions and form filling, friendly helpful advice.

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Grant Sanders

Thank you for your 5-star review. We are so glad Anna was able to help you and kept you informed throughout. We wish you all the best in the future. Best Wishes, Stephen Rimmer.

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Jacqueline Susan

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Wills, Trusts & Probate

Update Will, add Trustees, register Trust with HMRC

Very clear advice and actions. Efficient, responsive and friendly service. I would highly recommend Adrian Sharpin.

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Grant Sanders

We're glad we could assist in updating your wills, Jacqueline. Thank you for your feedback, and we're pleased Adrian provided an efficient, responsive and friendly service. Your recommendation is greatly appreciated. Best Wishes, Stephen Rimmer.

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Pamela Susan

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Housing & Property

House purchase

Despite moving home at the busiest time, due to stamp duty increase, Roy and his team progressed my purchase quickly and efficiently, and were always friendly and helpful with enquiries

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Thank you for your feedback, and we're pleased Roy provided an efficient and friendly service. Best Wishes, Stephen Rimmer.

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Graham

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Housing & Property

Sale of a house.

Everything went really smoothly on a tight timescale, to get the buyers in before the stamp duty change.

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Grant Sanders

Thank you, Graham, for sharing your positive experience with Rebecca and our firm. We're delighted to hear that she provided an excellent service and made the process smooth for you. Best Wishes, Stephen Rimmer.

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Wills, Trusts & Probate

Wills, Trusts and Probate

An efficient and informative service delivered by friendly advisor.

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Thank you for your feedback. We are pleased to hear that you found our service efficient, informative and delivered in a friendly manner.

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Charlotte

Family law is a very sensitive matter, my case was family law. Sadly, you expect the person giving you legal advice that you are paying for the know the law. And not miss very important points of law. That even a judge said he was surprised they missed. Sadly, if they had of been honest in the beginning it would of saved everyone a lot of time, instead they told me what wanted to hear they told me a good chance of winning it wasn’t until I got into court to mins before the hearing was about to start the barrister said you are likely to lose. Talk about burning my bridges, how did she think I would give evidence effectively knowing this. All they wanted was money to make money from me/Legal aid. If I could give them 0 stars I would. They had no interest in my case and really made no effort to win. The barrister they engaged was totally useless, at the beginning of my trial she said prepared to lose. What are you serious!! she never even tried. After the case I told the solicitor and the Barrister I wanted to appeal they said it was not a good idea and the chance of an appeal being successful were 0 they were wrong. I sacked them an appealed myself. I ended up gaining more than both Barrister and solicitor and managed to achieve. I have had not a day’s legal training in my life. They missed a huge point in law, and even the judge said it was a recognised fact. I complained about them, and they made excuse after excuse. Dreadful dreadful representation. Dont use them for a matrimonial case, especially not on Legal aid. They give you junior solicitor that has no experience and charges a fortune for doing nothing. To this day they still have not gained, financial disclose from my Ex they never even brough this up in court. My Ex wiped the floor with them and made them look so pathetic. They let a court leave my Ex earning thousand a month and my children and i with next to nothing. After the case the barrister for the other side changed the order without agreement from my side and send the order to the court for sealing. Crazy situation that the law is so bad these days that it lets people down in this manner. Hidden in these reviews I see there are others that aren’t happy with their service seems to be a trend. I am very sure in their reply they will not give a reason as to why they didn’t follow the law or advise me on the correct points of law.

A representative from Stephen Rimmer LLP responded to this review

We would like to provide some context to this matter. Firstly, family law is a sensitive and complex area of law. This can mean that as much as a client may want to achieve certain objectives, we may have to share advice they do not want to hear. Secondly, we believe it is best to be open and honest with our clients from the outset. In doing so we can try and manage expectations and protect our clients’ best interests. We will do so even if the receipt of that advice is not well received, and/or if it results in a negative review. In this case, we are entirely satisfied we provided sensitive and appropriate advice. We wish you well in resolving matters and managing very challenging circumstances.

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Client

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Housing & Property

Other

Job done ok, but very disappointed there was a 5 day delay in sending important documents to other solicitors. Left us on knife edge.

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Dr. Richard

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Housing & Property

Wills, Trusts and Probate

A complicated will approached with care and understanding - excellent!

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Scott

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Housing & Property

Wills, Trusts and Probate

Always trying to make complex issues understood and communicated in a way that leaves us feeling assured that we are protected and compliant. Thank you.

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4.9 /5 5045 Reviews
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What clients say about Stephen Rimmer LLP

The firm specialises in conveyancing, wills, LPAs, probate and related property work, with clear expertise in complex and new-build transactions. Clients praise timely, efficient and thorough case management, strong attention to detail, clear pricing and proactive communication. Valued soft skills include approachability, patience, empathy, calm reassurance, responsiveness and good plain-English explanations; clients feel supported and confident during stressful matters. The team is described as professional, friendly and reliable, often delivering seamless, well‑organised outcomes and excellent client care.

Excellent communication
Responsive staff
Efficient service
Knowledgeable solicitors
Friendly team
Stress‑reducing support
Clear explanations
Professional conduct
Competitive pricing
Attention to detail

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David and Lynne Gillett

Housing & Property

Utmost Professionalism and Proficiency.

We would absolutely recommend Stephen Rimmer Solicitors and particularly Rebecca Curcher who handled and managed our property purchase conveyancing. Rebecca was approachable, communicated straight away, has exceptional knowledge and advocates for you to ensure you are completely satisfied with every aspect, timely, efficiently and effectively. Rebecca is lovely to work with. She understands just how stressful these matters can be and works closely with you to help you get the result you want. Well worth the fees charged which are standard conveyancing rates. Money very well spent. 👍 Thank you Rebecca.

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Carol Tina Wills

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Housing & Property

A long wait

My house took a long time to sell & Leta was always helpful even when I was stressing

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Harry Dean Wood

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House Purchase

Leta was incredibly professional throughout the processes of buying my first property, she was efficient and really strived to help us proceed seamlessly. It was a great experience and I will be using Leta again in the future!

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Adrian Harding

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Housing & Property

Great service

We have used Stephen Rimmer solicitors for many of our house moves and always had a very good experience. Very friendly to talk to and helpful. I would definitely recommend them.

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Thank you for the loyalty and the wonderful feedback, Adrian. We are delighted to hear that you have always had a very good experience with Stephen Rimmer solicitors across your house moves. We truly appreciate your continued business and your high recommendation!

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Michael Edgar Cook

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Wills, Trusts & Probate

Will writing.

Will drafted efficiently to reflect my wishes. Quick follow up for signing. Adrian friendly and professional.

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Thank you for the positive feedback, Michael. We are pleased to hear that Adrian provided a friendly and professional service, ensuring your will was drafted efficiently to reflect your wishes with a prompt turnaround for signing. We appreciate your business and thank you for choosing our firm.

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David

I would absolutely recommend Stephen Rimmer Solicitors and particularly Rebecca Curcher who handled and managed our property purchase conveyancing. Rebecca was approachable, communicated straight away, has exceptional knowledge and advocates for you to ensure you are completely satisfied with every aspect, timely, efficiently and effectively. Rebecca is lovely to work with. She understands just how stressful these matters can be and works closely with you to help you get the result you want. Well worth the fees charged which are standard conveyancing rates. Money very well spent. 👍 Thank you Rebecca.

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Alan

Competitive pricing. Fast & efficient service.

Thanks Alan 😊

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Simon Barker

Simon

Shockingly slow first time buying experience made bearable by Emily. Professional, warm and very very patient. Stephen Rimmer LLP did all they could to make the sale happen. Thank you!

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review Simon, Emily and her team are delighted to have helped.

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Asif

Housing & Property

Asif

Emily was amazing from start to finish which also included one false start due to delays by the buyer but Emily stayed with us and guided us through what could have been a very stressful journey. So much of the work was done by Emily without any fuss and her confidence began to rub off on us too. We exchanged, completed and moved into our new home within a week of each other and couldn't be happier with the role Emily played in getting us to this stage. Emily Reed is a star and happy to recommend her to anyone and everyone. There is always an amazing team of people who help deliver such great outcomes and we know they were there helping Emily but she was our primary point of contact and Stephen Rimmer should be proud of all its people and particularly of Emily.

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Thank you for the fantastic and thoughtful feedback, Asif, and a huge congratulations on your new home! Thank you for recognizing not only Emily but the entire supporting team behind the scenes here at Stephen Rimmer. Your high recommendation truly means the world to us, and we wish you many happy years ahead in your new home!

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Paul Smith

Paul

I recently used this company for a probate case, it has taken 4 years to complete, very difficult to get response to queries and received very poor service

We always try to give the best service possible and it is disappointing to learn when our levels of services fall short. We are now in contact and looking to resolve these issues.

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