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Bark & Co Solicitors Limited

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Hamilton House, 1 Temple Avenue, Temple, London, Greater London, EC4Y 0HA

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Bark & Co Solicitors 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 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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Bark & Co Solicitors Limited are accredited by

Cyber Essentials Certified accreditation awarded to Bark & Co Solicitors Limited
Lexcel accreditation awarded to Bark & Co Solicitors Limited
Lexcel - Practice Management Standard accreditation awarded to Bark & Co Solicitors Limited

Description

We are a widely admired, top-rated criminal defence law firm based in the heart of the City of London, and our top rated legal aid and private solicitors specialise in financial crime, serious and non-serious other crime, corporate, fraud, and civil & property litigation areas of law.

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Bark & Co Solicitors Limited Review Scores & Client Satisfaction Overview

5.0
Excellent
95%+
Value for
Money
16% above
national average
95%+
Success
Rate
18% above
national average
95%+
Would
Recommend
19% above
national average
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

Accreditations

Bark & Co Solicitors Limited are accredited by

Cyber Essentials Certified accreditation awarded to Bark & Co Solicitors Limited
Lexcel accreditation awarded to Bark & Co Solicitors Limited
Lexcel - Practice Management Standard accreditation awarded to Bark & Co Solicitors Limited

Description

We are a widely admired, top-rated criminal defence law firm based in the heart of the City of London, and our top rated legal aid and private solicitors specialise in financial crime, serious and non-serious other crime, corporate, fraud, and civil & property litigation areas of law.

Rankings by area of expertise

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

Contact & Locations - Bark & Co Solicitors Limited

Opening hours

Monday 09:00–17:30
Tuesday 09:00–17:30
Wednesday 09:00–17:30
Thursday 09:00–17:30
Friday 09:00–17:30
Saturday (Closed)
Sunday (Closed)

Hamilton House, 1 Temple Avenue, Temple, London, Greater London, EC4Y 0HA

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5.0 /5 148 Reviews
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What clients say about Bark & Co Solicitors Limited

The firm specialises in criminal defence and extradition work, delivering strong legal expertise, strategic advocacy and successful outcomes even in complex or high‑risk matters. Clients praise clear, timely communication, meticulous preparation and technical knowledge. Valued soft skills include empathy, reassurance, accessibility, responsiveness and genuine commitment; solicitors are described as professional, trustworthy, supportive and calm under pressure, often going above and beyond to reduce client anxiety and achieve favourable results.

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Diogo

Crime/ Criminal Defence

Bark & Co was the perfect choice for me

I hired the services of Mr. Ditesh Patel from Bark & Co, and I cannot recommend him highly enough. He went above and beyond in helping me with a decade-old legal case that was on the verge of moving forward. His expertise and diligence were instrumental in resolving the case ahead of charges being brought, which was a huge relief for me. Throughout the entire process, he was not only incredibly helpful but also highly communicative, keeping me informed every step of the way. What truly set Mr. Patel apart, however, was his affordability. He worked with me to ensure that his services were within my budget, without compromising on quality. His dedication to his clients is evident, and I felt genuinely supported throughout the entire ordeal. If you need a solicitor who is both knowledgeable and compassionate, I highly recommend Mr. Ditesh Patel and Bark & Co. He made a difficult situation much easier to navigate, and I am deeply grateful for his hard work and professionalism.

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Shay

Crime/ Criminal Defence

Great Service

My experience with L Dharshini has been great. Quick service and kept up to date about the case, highly recommended. S T

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Jarosław Piotr

Crime/ Criminal Defence

Extradition

To honour and to thank you Magdalena Motyl, the greatest solicitor I ever met, for your precious service and support during my difficult time. The whole world should know about the fact that you are an incredible human being and without you I would never keep my freedom. Thank you for protecting me and providing me with the best defence possible, the best barrister Laura Herbert represented me before the court in London, very intelligent person and very knowledgeable about the legal process. Thank you for recommending me Pawel Kozak the best and extraordinary man, lawyer, attorney from Poland, wonderful gentleman, and precious friend who won my case in the courts in Poland. You are all the angels sent to me during this very difficult period of my life. Thank you Kind Regards Jaroslaw Piotr Hofmeister

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Jarosław Piotr

Crime/ Criminal Defence

Extradition

To honour and to thank you Magdalena Motyl, the greatest solicitor I ever met, for your precious service and support during my difficult time. The whole world should know about the fact that you are an incredible human being and without you I would never keep my freedom. Thank you for protecting me and providing me with the best defence possible, the best solicitor / barrister Laura Herbert represented me before the court in London, very intelligent person and very knowledgeable about the legal process. Thank you for recommending me the best advocate, lawyer and attorney over in my country, wonderful gentleman, and precious friend who won my case in the courts in Poland. You are all the angels sent to me during this very difficult period of my life. Thank you Kind Regards Jaroslaw Piotr Hofmeister

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Kim

Crime/ Criminal Defence

Excellent advice & great representation for my son.

My son unfortunately was arrested Paul Cameron and his colleagues were fantastic from start to finish

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Mary Jane

Mary

The gratitude I have towards Bark & Co, especially Stephanie is something I cannot express within this short review. Stephanie was more than my legal representative, she became my rock in such a challenging time in my life, over the span of 2 years. Her level of professionalism, attention detail and care towards my case showed me that she meant what she said when she stated "I am right here with you". The most powerful yet proven words put into material and physical action... despite having so many clients... she always had time for me! Stephanie poured hope and encouragement towards me, showed up for me and went above and beyond for me!...and from this, I can only pray for blessings and greatness to follow her, and they will! I write this "review" from the comfort of my home and the freedom physically and mentally knowing that Stephanie was an angel in disguise, sent to protect and fight for me for my freedom. Steph, continue to make a great impact on and for those who are vulnerable or have become vulnerable ... in a world where people are flawed and where mistakes can cost lives....Thank you for everything... and I feel blessed to be able to now call you my friend.

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Tony Dixon

Tony

When you instruct a solicitor in a matter of this nature, you are placing your future and wellbeing in their hands, and trust is absolutely essential. I can honestly say that Bark & Co exceeded all of my expectations. Throughout my case, I was able to reach my solicitor, Ria Kudrati, whenever I needed guidance. If she was unavailable, she always returned my calls promptly. Her responsiveness and clear communication helped keep my anxiety to a minimum during what was an incredibly stressful time. The entire team at Bark & Co were exceptional. They were proactive, professional, and attentive at every stage of the process. I always felt that my case was being handled with the utmost care and diligence. I would highly recommend Bark & Co to anyone in need of expert legal representation. In particular, I would like to place on record my appreciation for Ria Kudrati. She is outstanding—approachable, professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely committed to achieving the best possible outcome for her clients. Thank you, Bark & Co.

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Sean Henderson

Sean

I can only absolutely recommend Bark & Co Solicitors, especially Helen and Andreea. Throughout my case, and right from the start, they were fully supportive and professional. They were always there to communicate and answer any questions or worries I had straight away, and made the difficult situation i was in feel a lot easier with them helping me through it. After helping and representing me through what ended up being a longer trial duration than it should have been (no fault of their own!), we got the result we had fought for! Thank you again, and I will send anyone that might require your service your way 100 percent.

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Ahk

Ahk

Today, I am writing to express my sincere gratitude to Ditesh and Stephanie at Bark & Co. For almost seven years, I had a serious conspiracy case hanging over my head while remaining under investigation. The stress, anxiety, and uncertainty of living with such serious allegations for so long had a huge impact on my life. At one stage, the evidence appeared overwhelming, and I was seriously considering pleading guilty. Throughout this difficult period, Ditesh and Stephanie provided exceptional support, guidance, and reassurance. Thanks to their expertise and advice, I did not rush into making a decision that could have changed the course of my life. To my surprise and relief, before the matter officially reached Crown Court, the case was dismissed. The CPS has now formally dropped the case, allowing me to finally move forward with my life free from the stress and anxiety that had followed me for years. This experience also taught me an important lesson: Human expertises cannot compare to Chat GPT/ AI because when I asked these apps for advice I was told to go guilty and not fight the case due to overwhelming evidence against myself. So that goes to show AI/Chat GPT will not be replacing the jobs of serious experienced professionals ! Thank you again, Ditesh and Stephanie, for your professionalism, dedication, and support during one of the most challenging periods of my life. I will always be grateful for everything you did for me.

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nirmal

Simply the best of the best! Best law firm in London Ditesh Patel and all members of the team were amazing ! Use this firm with full confidence. Forget the rest Bark & Co are the best if I could leave 6 or 7 star I would ! I rest my case

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5.0 /5 238 Reviews
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The firm specialises in criminal defence and extradition work, delivering strong legal expertise, strategic advocacy and successful outcomes even in complex or high‑risk matters. Clients praise clear, timely communication, meticulous preparation and technical knowledge. Valued soft skills include empathy, reassurance, accessibility, responsiveness and genuine commitment; solicitors are described as professional, trustworthy, supportive and calm under pressure, often going above and beyond to reduce client anxiety and achieve favourable results.

professionalism
attention to detail
always available
empathetic support
clear communication
proactive team
great outcomes
trustworthy
highly recommended
compassionate care

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Diogo

Crime/ Criminal Defence

Bark & Co was the perfect choice for me

I hired the services of Mr. Ditesh Patel from Bark & Co, and I cannot recommend him highly enough. He went above and beyond in helping me with a decade-old legal case that was on the verge of moving forward. His expertise and diligence were instrumental in resolving the case ahead of charges being brought, which was a huge relief for me. Throughout the entire process, he was not only incredibly helpful but also highly communicative, keeping me informed every step of the way. What truly set Mr. Patel apart, however, was his affordability. He worked with me to ensure that his services were within my budget, without compromising on quality. His dedication to his clients is evident, and I felt genuinely supported throughout the entire ordeal. If you need a solicitor who is both knowledgeable and compassionate, I highly recommend Mr. Ditesh Patel and Bark & Co. He made a difficult situation much easier to navigate, and I am deeply grateful for his hard work and professionalism.

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Shay

Crime/ Criminal Defence

Great Service

My experience with L Dharshini has been great. Quick service and kept up to date about the case, highly recommended. S T

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Jarosław Piotr

Crime/ Criminal Defence

Extradition

To honour and to thank you Magdalena Motyl, the greatest solicitor I ever met, for your precious service and support during my difficult time. The whole world should know about the fact that you are an incredible human being and without you I would never keep my freedom. Thank you for protecting me and providing me with the best defence possible, the best barrister Laura Herbert represented me before the court in London, very intelligent person and very knowledgeable about the legal process. Thank you for recommending me Pawel Kozak the best and extraordinary man, lawyer, attorney from Poland, wonderful gentleman, and precious friend who won my case in the courts in Poland. You are all the angels sent to me during this very difficult period of my life. Thank you Kind Regards Jaroslaw Piotr Hofmeister

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Jarosław Piotr

Crime/ Criminal Defence

Extradition

To honour and to thank you Magdalena Motyl, the greatest solicitor I ever met, for your precious service and support during my difficult time. The whole world should know about the fact that you are an incredible human being and without you I would never keep my freedom. Thank you for protecting me and providing me with the best defence possible, the best solicitor / barrister Laura Herbert represented me before the court in London, very intelligent person and very knowledgeable about the legal process. Thank you for recommending me the best advocate, lawyer and attorney over in my country, wonderful gentleman, and precious friend who won my case in the courts in Poland. You are all the angels sent to me during this very difficult period of my life. Thank you Kind Regards Jaroslaw Piotr Hofmeister

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Kim

Crime/ Criminal Defence

Excellent advice & great representation for my son.

My son unfortunately was arrested Paul Cameron and his colleagues were fantastic from start to finish

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Taulant

I would 100% recommend Bark & Co, especially Ditesh Patel, Iam very happy for his professionalism and care he showed on my case

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Mary Jane

Mary

The gratitude I have towards Bark & Co, especially Stephanie is something I cannot express within this short review. Stephanie was more than my legal representative, she became my rock in such a challenging time in my life, over the span of 2 years. Her level of professionalism, attention detail and care towards my case showed me that she meant what she said when she stated "I am right here with you". The most powerful yet proven words put into material and physical action... despite having so many clients... she always had time for me! Stephanie poured hope and encouragement towards me, showed up for me and went above and beyond for me!...and from this, I can only pray for blessings and greatness to follow her, and they will! I write this "review" from the comfort of my home and the freedom physically and mentally knowing that Stephanie was an angel in disguise, sent to protect and fight for me for my freedom. Steph, continue to make a great impact on and for those who are vulnerable or have become vulnerable ... in a world where people are flawed and where mistakes can cost lives....Thank you for everything... and I feel blessed to be able to now call you my friend.

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Narrative

Called to speak to someone and instead was mistreated by the woman who answered the phone. Who then put me on a long hold and hung up on me. I called back and asked to speak to a manager and was refused. This is beyond unprofessional and I would avoid at all costs. The first impression is everything I need to know about this firm and the way it treats people. Sick!

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Alicja Januszkiewicz

Alicja

(Translated by Google) I wholeheartedly recommend Bark & ​​Co Solicitors, and especially attorney Magdalena Motyl. My partner faced an extremely difficult and complex extradition case involving a four-year prison sentence in Poland. From the very beginning, Magdalena demonstrated tremendous professionalism, knowledge, commitment, and determination in fighting for the best possible outcome. Throughout the entire process, we were kept informed of every step of the process, and all legal issues were explained clearly and understandably. Thanks to her experience, strategic approach, and hard work, we achieved a result that seemed almost impossible – avoiding my partner's extradition. She is not only an outstanding lawyer specializing in extradition cases, but also an empathetic person who perfectly understands the stress and uncertainty that accompany such situations. During the most difficult moments, we could count on her support, patience, and complete commitment. We are extremely grateful to Magdalena Motyl and the entire Bark & ​​Co Solicitors team for their assistance and professional representation. If anyone needs an effective and trustworthy lawyer in extradition matters, I recommend this law firm without the slightest hesitation. (Original) Z całego serca polecam kancelarię Bark & Co Solicitors, a w szczególności panią mecenas Magdalenę Motyl. Mój partner stanął przed niezwykle trudną i skomplikowaną sprawą ekstradycyjną, dotyczącą wyroku 4 lat pozbawienia wolności w Polsce. Od samego początku pani Magdalena wykazała się ogromnym profesjonalizmem, wiedzą, zaangażowaniem oraz determinacją w walce o jak najlepszy wynik sprawy. Przez cały proces byliśmy na bieżąco informowani o każdym etapie postępowania, a wszelkie kwestie prawne były wyjaśniane w sposób jasny i zrozumiały. Dzięki jej doświadczeniu, strategicznemu podejściu oraz ciężkiej pracy udało się osiągnąć rezultat, który wydawał się niemal niemożliwy – uniknięcie ekstradycji mojego partnera. To nie tylko wybitny prawnik specjalizujący się w sprawach ekstradycyjnych, ale również osoba pełna empatii, która doskonale rozumie stres i niepewność towarzyszące takim sytuacjom. W najtrudniejszych momentach mogliśmy liczyć na jej wsparcie, cierpliwość i pełne zaangażowanie. Jesteśmy ogromnie wdzięczni pani Magdalenie Motyl oraz całemu zespołowi Bark & Co Solicitors za pomoc i profesjonalną reprezentację. Jeśli ktoś potrzebuje skutecznego i godnego zaufania prawnika w sprawach ekstradycyjnych, polecam tę kancelarię bez najmniejszego wahania.

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Tony Dixon

Tony

When you instruct a solicitor in a matter of this nature, you are placing your future and wellbeing in their hands, and trust is absolutely essential. I can honestly say that Bark & Co exceeded all of my expectations. Throughout my case, I was able to reach my solicitor, Ria Kudrati, whenever I needed guidance. If she was unavailable, she always returned my calls promptly. Her responsiveness and clear communication helped keep my anxiety to a minimum during what was an incredibly stressful time. The entire team at Bark & Co were exceptional. They were proactive, professional, and attentive at every stage of the process. I always felt that my case was being handled with the utmost care and diligence. I would highly recommend Bark & Co to anyone in need of expert legal representation. In particular, I would like to place on record my appreciation for Ria Kudrati. She is outstanding—approachable, professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely committed to achieving the best possible outcome for her clients. Thank you, Bark & Co.

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