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17 Duke Street, Chelmsford, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 1JU

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Backhouse Solicitors Ltd Review Scores & Client Satisfaction Overview

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

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Backhouse Solicitors Ltd are accredited by

The Law Society accreditation awarded to Backhouse Solicitors Ltd
Conveyancing Quality Scheme accreditation awarded to Backhouse Solicitors Ltd

Description

We are a family-owned law firm offering high levels of expertise and exceptional service to individuals and businesses. The Backhouse team are friendly and approachable with a wealth of knowledge in many areas of law. Whether you need advice for yourself or your business, we offer a free initial consultation allowing you the opportunity to discuss your legal problem over a coffee and to find out how we can help.

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Backhouse Solicitors Ltd Review Scores & Client Satisfaction Overview

4.9
Excellent
95%+
Value for
Money
15% above
national average
95%+
Success
Rate
16% above
national average
95%+
Would
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17% above
national average
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 4.9/5

Accreditations

Backhouse Solicitors Ltd are accredited by

The Law Society accreditation awarded to Backhouse Solicitors Ltd
Conveyancing Quality Scheme accreditation awarded to Backhouse Solicitors Ltd

Description

We are a family-owned law firm offering high levels of expertise and exceptional service to individuals and businesses. The Backhouse team are friendly and approachable with a wealth of knowledge in many areas of law. Whether you need advice for yourself or your business, we offer a free initial consultation allowing you the opportunity to discuss your legal problem over a coffee and to find out how we can help.

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Opening hours

Monday 08:30–18:00
Tuesday 08:30–18:00
Wednesday 08:30–18:00
Thursday 08:30–18:00
Friday 08:30–18:00
Saturday (Closed)
Sunday (Closed)

17 Duke Street, Chelmsford, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 1JU

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5.0 /5 54 Reviews
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The firm specialises in conveyancing, residential and commercial property transactions, wills, probate, employment and settlement agreements, and commercial contracts. Clients praise technical expertise, clear legal advice and accurate cost estimates. Valued soft skills include responsiveness, professionalism, patience, clear communication, thoroughness, empathy and a proactive, reassuring approach that reduces stress during complex or time‑pressured matters.

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Anonymous

Wills, Trusts & Probate

Valuable service

In the last three years I have used Backhouse Solicitors for conveyancing, Probate and Will writing. Each time, I have been impressed with the understanding and knowledge. The initial 30 minute consultation with your solicitor is a valuable service. The prompt response to enquiries is reassuring and the time taken to answer any questions that i had was very much appreciated. Thank you.

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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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Many thanks to Neil

Neil Brown was extremely empathetic to my situation that I found myself in. Neil guided me through the process and explained how he could help. He was always concerned to how the situation was making me feel which elevated the stress and reassured me that it was in hand. Jane Harrington stepped in when Neil was on annual leave and she also took great care of me and did some important work. The two of them were always available and keep me fully informed at all times. The file is now closed and we got a good outcome after a long 6 months. In fact, everyone at Backhouse Solicitors have been fantastic. Billed as the work dictated, no hidden costs. Everything fuly explained in the billing nvoices. When you have to deal with major issues in your life you need to know that the people/company you choose will have your best interests at the forefront of the matter in hand. I never felt at any point that the team did not. Neil worked tirelessly on my behalf. Trust is everythin and I trusted him completely.

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Thank you for leaving a great review for the Backhouse team. We are pleased to have helped with your issue, and if there is anything else we can help with, please do not hesitate to contact the team. Thank you again from all at Backhouse Solicitors.

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Hilary

Clear and concise

You have a longer term reationship view over short term fees. This mirrors my business ethic and is the exact reason Backhouse Solicitors was referred to me in the first instance. I have worked with three of your teams and the advise given has been clear and concise in each instance.

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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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Clear advice

Excellent Communication and clear advice

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Steve

LPA and Wills

Over the last 3 years: Preparation of LPAs and Wills for self and wife. Formation of limited company. Transfer of inherited property to limited company (purchase / sale). Support with independent legal advice for self and family. Purchase of two properties. I am going to write extremely satisfied against all the scores because from todays perspective I am extremely satisfied. The company formation took longer than I expected and I believe this was in part due to sickness / absence within the team at the time. On reflection I could have done this task myself as it can be done online, but it was something new to me so I was quite cautious about messing it up. It did not impact on the bigger picture anyway so I do not want to flag it as an issue and over all I am very satisfied. I also got some free Wills advice about a year ago and that was really useful. We came away both agreeing that do nothing was the best option and for that I am grateful. Sometimes a quick conversation with an expert puts your mind at rest. Thank you for your time. Steve. Approachable if there was a query. Pace of works good. Feedback on dependencies and responses from others good. Kept in loop. Felt like I was a valued customer. Price reasonable

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Andrew

Andrew

My wife and I were treated incredibly well and our solicitor was utterly brilliant despite being quite ill at the time, we send our best wishes and trust that you are feeling better now. Your firm is top of our list!

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Dear Andrew, Thank you for leaving a review for the Backhouse team and that you were happy with the service you received. If there is anything else we can help with, please let us know. Thank you again from all at Backhouse Solicitors.

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Employment

A client

Initial consultation with Natalie Stein, who told me everything I need to know for an employment matter. Very transparent and clear from the outset - very helpful for people who need a preliminary view and what their options look like - very honourable I'd say. I would definitely sign post Natalie and the firm,

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Dear R, thank you for leaving a review for Natalie and the team. We will be sure to pass on your feedback to the team and if there is anything we can help with, please do not hesitate to contact the team. Thank you again from the Backhouse team.

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A client

In an age where people are quick to criticise but slow to compliment. I'd like to pass on my gratitude to Francis & Lucas at Backhouse, for their engagement & professionalism with my query. They went the extra mile for me. These endeavours make them stand out from their peers. I would gladly recommend or appoint Backhouse for representation where required.

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Dear R M, thank you for taking the time to write a fantastic review for Francis and Lucas. We will be sure to pass on your feedback and our glad we could help with your matter. If there is anything else we can do to help, please let us know. Thank you again from all at Backhouse Solicitors.

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Richard

Employment

Richard

I engaged with Backhouse on a recent employment matter and I cannot recommend them highly enough. Natalie and her team were truly fantastic and supportive. I would not hesitate to use them again, on any matter, safe in the knowledge my case will be dealt with to the very best of their abilities. Absolutely faultless!

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Dear Richard, thank you for taking the time to leave a great review for our employment law team! We are glad to have helped you with your issue and thank you for your recommendation. Thank you again from the Backhouse team.

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laurence

Wills, Trusts & Probate

laurence

Backhouse have dealt with a number of matters for me including Power of Attorney, preparation of wills, probate, tax advice etc. I have always found them efficient, courteous and very helpfull in all matters. Their admin staff are friendly and give good advice and deal with all matters quickly and well. I will certainly use them again when necessary and would recommend them to others requiring legal advice generally.

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Dear Laurence, thank you for leaving a review for the Backhouse team. We are glad to have helped with all of your matters and will be sure to pass on your brilliant feedback to the team. If there is anything else we can help with, please do not hesitate to contact us. Thank you again from the Backhouse team.

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The firm specialises in conveyancing, residential and commercial property transactions, wills, probate, employment and settlement agreements, and commercial contracts. Clients praise technical expertise, clear legal advice and accurate cost estimates. Valued soft skills include responsiveness, professionalism, patience, clear communication, thoroughness, empathy and a proactive, reassuring approach that reduces stress during complex or time‑pressured matters.

Very responsive
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Highly professional
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Ash

Housing & Property

Catie and Chelsea were amazing with our purchase

Catie and Chelsea were outstanding from start to finish. This was a challenging transaction with tight deadlines and real pressure right up to the final stages, but they handled everything with professionalism, persistence and clear communication throughout. Despite the time constraints and complexities, they stayed on top of every detail and ultimately got the deal over the line when it really mattered. Their responsiveness, organisation and ability to push things forward made a huge difference. Very, very pleased with the service and would not hesitate to recommend them.

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Dear Ash, thank you for taking the time to leave a fantastic review for Catie and Chelsea, we are pleased to have helped with your transaction and get it over the finish line. Good luck in your new home and thank you again from the Backhouse team.

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Caroline

Housing & Property

04.09.2025

I was recommended through our builder Denbury Homes and they came out very comparable with local and online solicitors with the added bonus that they knew exactly what they were doing as work with Denbury all the time with new builds. I would thoroughly recommend

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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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Alberto

Housing & Property

Absolutely Outstanding Service – Highly Recommend Susan Clarke

My partner and I were buying our first home and unfortunately started the process with other solicitors who were slow, unresponsive, and making things unnecessarily stressful. That all changed the moment Susan Clarke took over our case. From day one, Susan was proactive, clear, and incredibly efficient. She immediately got to grips with everything, untangled the mess left by the previous solicitors, and drove the whole process forward at an impressive speed. Communication was excellent – she kept us informed every step of the way, explained everything in plain language, and always made time to answer our questions. Thanks to Susan’s professionalism, dedication, and attention to detail, what could have been a long and stressful experience turned into a smooth, straightforward journey. We genuinely felt like she cared about helping us get our home, and she went above and beyond to make it happen quickly. We can’t thank Susan enough for turning things around and helping us secure our first home. If you’re looking for a solicitor who is not only highly skilled but also genuinely committed to her clients, we cannot recommend her enough.

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Dear Alberto, thank you for taking the time to write a fantastic and detailed review for Susan and the team. We are thrilled you enjoyed your experience using us as your conveyancers, and if there is anything else we can do for you in the future, please do not hesitate to contact us. We will be sure to pass on your brilliant feedback to the team. Thank you again from all at Backhouse Solicitors.

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Elspeth

Wills, Trusts & Probate

Uncle's Estate Intestate

Colin was very helpful and dealt with my Uncle's probate professionally and efficiently. As my Uncle's estate was intestate, he gave good avice in protecting my liabilities as administrator of the estate. He responded positively to my requests and gave good advice when required. He was prompt in responding to emails. I was impressed when his team pursued an old certificate of John Lewis shares which stumped John Lewis in realising the value of the shares. They were able to achieve a successful outcome due to their tenacity in dealing with this. I was especially grateful for this as these shares were a matter of pride for my Uncle.

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Dear Elspeth, thank you for taking the time to write a review for Colin and the team. We will be sure to pass on your compliments and are glad we could help with your matter. If there is anything else we can help with, please do not hesitate to contact the team. Thank you again from all at Backhouse Solicitors.

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Jonny

Employment

Employment Dismissal Issue

Natalie was excellent and clear in her initial advice and giving me the available options.

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Niraj

I recently worked with Nabiha Shariff at Backhouse Solicitors on the purchase of a commercial property for East West Group Limited. From the outset, Nabiha was professional, responsive and extremely thorough in her approach. The transaction involved a number of complexities, including title matters, property enquiries and tight completion deadlines, all of which she handled with great attention to detail whilst remaining pragmatic and commercially minded. What stood out most was her clear communication and willingness to explain legal matters in a straightforward manner, enabling us to make informed decisions throughout the process. Despite various challenges, Nabiha remained proactive and focused on achieving a successful outcome. Thanks to her hard work and dedication, the transaction completed successfully and I would have no hesitation in recommending Nabiha and Backhouse Solicitors to anyone seeking commercial property legal services. Thank you again, Nabiha, for your excellent support throughout the transaction. Niraj Tanna

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Fred

I used Backhouse Solicitors for my recent house sale. Communication from Madalina and Susan was excellent, keeping me informed and updated throughout. Madalina was always extremely helpful and responsive with any queries as well as clarifying any details for me either over the phone or via email. Highly recommended.

Dear Fred, thank you for leaving a fantastic review for Susan and Madalina. We will be sure to pass on your feedback, and we're glad to have dealt with your sale. Thank you again from the Backhouse team.

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Albert

We recently completed our house purchase and had a fantastic experience working with this firm. Our case was handled by Robert, Tegan, and Megan, who were professional, responsive, and clear in their communication. We knew how important it was to choose a good solicitor firm, and they made everything feel straightforward and well-managed. Any questions we had were answered quickly and clearly, which really helped us feel confident at every stage. We’re very grateful for their support and would happily recommend them to anyone looking for reliable and approachable solicitors during a property purchase. Thanks again, Alberto & Claudia

Dear Albert, thank you for taking the time to leave a brilliant review for Rob, Tegan and Megan. We are pleased to have dealt with your purchase, and if there is anything else we can help with, please do not hesitate to contact the team. Thank you again from all at Backhouse Solicitors.

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David Wallis

David

Nabiha was very efficient in bringing to competition the property sale. She was always helpful and promptly replied to all my emails and queries that I had. It was a pleasure to deal with someone who showed competence in working with the client. I would certainly use her services again.

Dear David, thank you for taking the time to leave a wonderful review for Nabiha and the team. We are pleased to have helped with your sale, and if there is anything else we can help with, please get in touch. Thank you again from all at Backhouse Solicitors.

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Peter

Thank you Backhouse for handleing our move everybody i had dealings with were just lovely and careing Regards Peter

Dear Peter, thank you for leaving a review for the team. We are pleased to have dealt with your conveyancing and wish you luck in your new home. Thank you from all at Backhouse Solicitors.

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