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1 Balloon Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M4 4BE

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Forbes Solicitors LLP 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 4.9/5
Legal Knowledge 4.9/5
Value for money 4.8/5

Accreditations

Forbes Solicitors LLP are accredited by

Children Law accreditation awarded to Forbes Solicitors LLP
Family Law Advanced accreditation awarded to Forbes Solicitors LLP
Criminal Litigation accreditation awarded to Forbes Solicitors LLP

Description

We offer the full range of legal services to individuals, commercial clients and a number of specialist sectors where we excel nationally.

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Forbes Solicitors LLP Review Scores & Client Satisfaction Overview

4.9
Excellent
95%+
Value for
Money
14% above
national average
95%+
Success
Rate
17% above
national average
95%+
Would
Recommend
18% 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 4.8/5

Accreditations

Forbes Solicitors LLP are accredited by

Children Law accreditation awarded to Forbes Solicitors LLP
Family Law Advanced accreditation awarded to Forbes Solicitors LLP
Criminal Litigation accreditation awarded to Forbes Solicitors LLP

Description

We offer the full range of legal services to individuals, commercial clients and a number of specialist sectors where we excel nationally.

Rankings by area of expertise

The rankings below show the areas of expertise that Forbes Solicitors LLP 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 09:00–17:00
Tuesday 09:00–17:00
Wednesday 09:00–17:00
Thursday 09:00–17:00
Friday 09:00–17:00
Saturday (Closed)
Sunday (Closed)

1 Balloon Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M4 4BE

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5.0 /5 97 Reviews
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What clients say about Forbes Solicitors LLP

The firm is praised for expertise across immigration, criminal defence, personal injury, family, conveyancing, wills & probate, commercial and employment law, and complex litigation. Clients value clear, prompt communication, professionalism, thoroughness and technical knowledge. Empathy, compassion and reassurance during stressful matters, plus responsiveness, patience and practical, jargon‑free explanations, are repeatedly highlighted. Reviewers also commend courtroom presence, persistence, attention to detail and a client‑focused, approachable manner that delivers successful outcomes and builds trust.

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Kitty was an amazing solicitor to my boyfriend! She was always there and answered any questions we had at anytime. I couldn’t have asked for a better solicitor for him than her!! She definitely is amazing at her job and very professional. She was also a very friendly solicitor so no matter what we felt comfortable being around her. I would 100% recommend kitty to anyone that needs a solicitor!

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Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We’re delighted to hear that Kitty provided professional, friendly, and supportive assistance throughout the process. We appreciate your kind words and recommendation.

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Thanks alot

I would highly recommend this solicitors’ firm. Throughout a very stressful time, they provided excellent support, clear advice, and reassurance when I was feeling pessimistic and uncertain. Their professionalism and calm approach gave me confidence, and they also referred us to a very suitable and highly regarded barrister who was a great fit for our needs. I am extremely grateful for their dedication and would not hesitate to recommend them to anyone seeking reliable and compassionate legal support.

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Thank you for your kind words and recommendation. We’re pleased to hear that our team provided clear advice, reassurance, and support during a challenging time. We truly appreciate your feedback.

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Family Law

Family court

Sarah works hard and is very good at what she does. Trusting her with the most precious gift we ever receive in this life our children. Family court is hard stressful traumatic, Sarah and Ellie her paralegal are the best team. They do everything and go above and beyond to ensure the child’s needs are paramount. Both Sarah and Ellie I would highly recommend. If I am ever unlucky enough to be taken back a 3rd time I would definitely have them both at my side.

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Thank you for your thoughtful review and recommendation. We're delighted to hear that Sarah and Ellie provided the support and dedication you needed during such a challenging time. We truly appreciate your kind words and wish you and your family all the very best.

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Sarah Harlow

Wills, Trusts & Probate

Excellent

Couldn’t ask for such a great company for the help I needed they are hundred percent perfect at there job they are helpful understanding professional all the things that you need when you don’t really understand what you’re doing off in a time of need when everything‘s going on round your head they make you stay calm. deal with situation that you can’t they explain everything no matter how small or how big the situation is that you can’t understand . They are amazing solicitors I would hundred percent recommend them to anyone in need.

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Thank you for your fantastic review and recommendation. We're delighted to hear that our team was able to provide the support, guidance, and reassurance you needed during a difficult time. Your kind words mean a great deal to us, and we're grateful you chose us to help you.

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Family Law

Fantastic

Sarah was a great solicitor, she was very knowledgeable in everything we needed to do, very supportive and approachable. I really glad that I had Sarah has my solicitor it made me feel really comfortable and positive.

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Thank you for your lovely review. We're delighted to hear that Sarah's knowledge, support, and approachable manner helped make the process a positive and comfortable experience for you. We'll be sure to pass on your kind feedback to her. Thank you for choosing our firm.

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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ From start to finish, the service I received was professional, efficient, and reassuring. A special thank you to Simon and Ian, who were both knowledgeable, approachable, and always willing to take the time to explain everything clearly throughout the process. What really stood out was the level of communication and attention to detail. Every query was dealt with promptly, and I always felt informed and supported. It’s clear that Forbes Solicitors have built an excellent team, as every member of staff I dealt with was friendly, professional, and genuinely committed to achieving the best outcome for their clients. If you’re looking for experienced solicitors, legal advice, conveyancing services, dispute resolution, employment law support, personal injury claims, family law assistance, or general legal services, I would have no hesitation in recommending Forbes Solicitors. Their professionalism, expertise, and client-focused approach make them one of the best law firms I have dealt with. Thank you again to Simon, Ian, and the entire Forbes team for your outstanding service. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

A representative from Forbes Solicitors LLP responded to this review

Thank you for your kind feedback. We're delighted to hear that you found our service professional, efficient, and reassuring throughout. We will be sure to pass on your comments to Simon and Ian, who will be pleased to know their support and guidance made a positive difference.

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Crime/ Criminal Defence

Jem

Very professional we actualy used forbes solicitors for my son. Nichola mctear was amazing would highly recommend her. Didnt actually get to court but we got the result we wanted

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Thank you for your positive review Jem, we appreciate your feedback

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Darren

Honest realible solicitor highly recommend them

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Thank you for the lovely review Darren!

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Crime/ Criminal Defence

Susan

Had cause to require legal help recently and both my husband and myself cannot sing the praises of two individuals, Nichola Mctear and Kitty Shaw, highly enough. Both were very professional and supportive throughout.Can’t thank them enough. We would highly recommend this firm to everyone. Chris and Sue Hartley.

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Thank you for the 5* review Susan!

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Ismail

Very competent and nice friendly staff and my solicitor is very friendly and understanding of our needs for the work that I have entrusted her to do

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Thank you for the great 5* review Ismail!

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The firm is praised for expertise across immigration, criminal defence, personal injury, family, conveyancing, wills & probate, commercial and employment law, and complex litigation. Clients value clear, prompt communication, professionalism, thoroughness and technical knowledge. Empathy, compassion and reassurance during stressful matters, plus responsiveness, patience and practical, jargon‑free explanations, are repeatedly highlighted. Reviewers also commend courtroom presence, persistence, attention to detail and a client‑focused, approachable manner that delivers successful outcomes and builds trust.

clear communication
professional service
knowledgeable team
responsive staff
empathetic approach
successful outcomes
attentive updates
friendly manner
efficient process
courtroom presence

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anonymous

Crime/ Criminal Defence

Amazing

From the moment we meet at the police station when i got arrested she advised about everything what i need to know and to do. Cant thank her enough. Higly recommanded.

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Thank you for your kind review. We’re pleased to hear that our team provided clear advice and support from the very beginning. We appreciate your recommendation and your feedback.

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Kitty was an amazing solicitor to my boyfriend! She was always there and answered any questions we had at anytime. I couldn’t have asked for a better solicitor for him than her!! She definitely is amazing at her job and very professional. She was also a very friendly solicitor so no matter what we felt comfortable being around her. I would 100% recommend kitty to anyone that needs a solicitor!

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Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We’re delighted to hear that Kitty provided professional, friendly, and supportive assistance throughout the process. We appreciate your kind words and recommendation.

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Thanks alot

I would highly recommend this solicitors’ firm. Throughout a very stressful time, they provided excellent support, clear advice, and reassurance when I was feeling pessimistic and uncertain. Their professionalism and calm approach gave me confidence, and they also referred us to a very suitable and highly regarded barrister who was a great fit for our needs. I am extremely grateful for their dedication and would not hesitate to recommend them to anyone seeking reliable and compassionate legal support.

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Thank you for your kind words and recommendation. We’re pleased to hear that our team provided clear advice, reassurance, and support during a challenging time. We truly appreciate your feedback.

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Immigration

My healthcare worker visa application was approved

I am glad today to speak with Aliyah about the progress of my visa application today She welcome me well Well attended She asure me of my visa that is going to be granted After we spoke not quite long i received a good news from home office that my visa as been granted I want to say a big thank you to Aliyah I really appreciate 🙏

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Thank you for your kind review. We’re delighted to hear that Aliyah provided helpful support and reassurance throughout your visa application process. We appreciate your feedback and wish you all the best.

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Exceptional support and expertise

I had an excellent experience working with John. From start to finish, he was professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly supportive throughout the entire process. Communication was always clear and prompt, and he took the time to explain everything in a way that was easy to understand. I always felt well-informed and confident that my case was in capable hands. I truly appreciate his dedication and commitment to achieving the best possible outcome. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend John to anyone looking for a trustworthy, professional, and compassionate lawyer. Thank you for all your hard work and support.

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Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We’re delighted to hear that John provided professional, supportive, and clear guidance throughout your case. We appreciate your kind words and recommendation.

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Aleem Mahmood

Crime/ Criminal Defence

Aleem

Graeme Parkinson thank you so much super friendly staff gave me great advice and we got a good result I highly recommend Graeme Parkinson got me through a difficult time the firm kept me informed and communicated with me efficiently

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Thank you for your kind review. We're delighted to hear that Graeme and the team provided friendly support, clear communication, and expert advice during a difficult time. We'll be sure to pass on your feedback to Graeme. Thank you for your recommendation and for choosing Forbes Solicitors.

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Precious Valentina Omitoyin

Clinical Negligence

Precious

Leonie Millard was very professional and very good. If you want to use Forbes Solicitors for medical negligence and claim, ask for Leonie Millard and Isobel Reed. They are very good!

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Thank you for your kind review. We’re delighted to hear that Leonie and Isobel provided you with such professional support throughout your medical negligence claim. We’ll be sure to share your feedback with them both. Thank you for your recommendation and for choosing Forbes Solicitors.

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phil parkinson

phil

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ From start to finish, the service I received was professional, efficient, and reassuring. A special thank you to Simon and Ian, who were both knowledgeable, approachable, and always willing to take the time to explain everything clearly throughout the process. What really stood out was the level of communication and attention to detail. Every query was dealt with promptly, and I always felt informed and supported. It’s clear that Forbes Solicitors have built an excellent team, as every member of staff I dealt with was friendly, professional, and genuinely committed to achieving the best outcome for their clients. If you’re looking for experienced solicitors, legal advice, conveyancing services, dispute resolution, employment law support, personal injury claims, family law assistance, or general legal services, I would have no hesitation in recommending Forbes Solicitors. Their professionalism, expertise, and client-focused approach make them one of the best law firms I have dealt with. Thank you again to Simon, Ian, and the entire Forbes team for your outstanding service. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

A representative from Forbes Solicitors LLP responded to this review

Thank you for your kind feedback. We're delighted to hear that you found our service professional, efficient, and reassuring throughout. We will be sure to pass on your comments to Simon and Ian, who will be pleased to know their support and guidance made a positive difference.

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SSH ELEC LTD

SSH

My company had some problems getting paid off of a client for some subcontracting works done at Christmas time. I spoke with Michael Swan at Forbes on the phone and after a small fee he had written up the legal document to ensure the client paid within a set time frame… the letter never even made the mail box. 4 and a half hours later they had settled the invoice in full on the same day after nearly 4 months of myself requesting payment. 100% recommend if you are having problems with payments then Michael is the man to speak too. What an amazing results after being owed thousands for nearly 4 months.

Thank you for your kind words and recommendation. We’re delighted Michael was able to help resolve the matter so quickly and achieve a positive outcome for you. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with Forbes Solicitors, and we wish you and your business all the very best moving forward.

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Victoria Beech

Crime/ Criminal Defence

Victoria

I would like to express my sincere appreciation for Simon Gretton, a partner in the crime department, who oversaw my case from the outset. Even though the situation was incredibly difficult and, realistically, the prospects were limited, Simon approached everything with professionalism, honesty, and a calm, steady confidence that I found hugely reassuring. Throughout the process, Simon was clear, direct, and transparent about what I could expect, while still doing everything possible to steer the case toward the best achievable outcome. His experience was evident in the way he assessed the situation, guided me through each stage, and ensured every detail was carefully considered. What made an especially meaningful difference was the way Simon used his dry, well timed humour to lift my spirits during some very dark and stressful moments. Those moments of lightness helped me stay grounded and reminded me I wasn’t going through it alone — something I genuinely appreciated more than I can express. After months of uncertainty, having someone with Simon’s expertise, candour, and human touch managing my case made a significant difference. I felt listened to, supported, and properly represented at every stage. I am truly grateful for his time, commitment, and guidance. I would not hesitate to recommend Simon Gretton to anyone in need of experienced, straightforward, and highly capable legal representation.

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Thank you for your kind feedback. We’re pleased Simon was able to support and reassure you during a difficult time. Your recommendation is greatly appreciated, and we’ll be sure to pass on your comments.

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