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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
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95%+
Success
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95%+
Would
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Communication 5.0/5
Initial Impressions 5.0/5
Approachability 5.0/5
Documentation Accuracy 4.9/5
Legal Knowledge 5.0/5
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
16% 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 /5 111 Reviews
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What clients say about Forbes Solicitors LLP

Clients praise the firm for expertise across medical negligence, personal injury, criminal defence, family law, wills & probate, conveyancing, commercial and employment matters. Reviewers value clear, prompt communication, professionalism, thoroughness and strong technical knowledge. Empathy, compassion and sensitivity in difficult or emotional cases are repeatedly highlighted, alongside responsiveness, reliability and practical, jargon‑free explanations. Clients also appreciate tenacity, creativity in problem‑solving, honesty about prospects and costs, and a personable, approachable manner that builds confidence and trust.

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Karen Evans

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HR Consultancy Support

Gabriela has supported our Company through the biggest restructure we have ever seen in our 32 year history. Her expertise, guidance and pragmatic approach has helped us successfully navigate through an extremely difficult time for our colleagues. We would not have achieved what we have without her support. She truly became one of the team and quickly adapted to our way of working, whilst maintaining objectiveness throughout the project, a true 100% professional!

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Thank you for your kind feedback. We're delighted to hear that Gabriela's expertise and support helped guide your business through such a significant restructure. It's wonderful to know she became a valued part of your team while maintaining her professionalism throughout. We'll be sure to share your comments with her.

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Daniel Simpson

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Business Asset Sale

Jacob has been an absolute pleasure to work with. He supported and represented our business professionally and diligently at every stage of the process. He was driven to get the deal over the line, and brought real creativity to his thinking and approach in completing both the APA and share agreement we needed. He was consistently open and transparent about his time and any additional fees, which made the whole experience as frictionless as possible. Even when he needed to take annual leave, he made sure the deal never lost momentum, arranging seamless handovers both for us as clients and with his colleagues at Forbes. I would be delighted to work with Jacob again. He's personable, easy to build a rapport with, and genuinely invested in getting the best outcome for his clients. I can't speak highly enough of him or the way he represents Forbes as a brand. He is one to watch for the future, a real rising star and overall superstar he should be very proud of how he conducts himself, he is a credit to parents and family and I would have Jacob in my team any day of the week. Thank you, Jacob.

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Thank you for your fantastic feedback. We’re delighted to hear that Jacob provided such professional, dedicated, and transparent support throughout your transaction. Your kind words about his commitment, expertise, and client-focused approach mean a great deal, and he will be thrilled to receive this recognition. Thank you for choosing Forbes, and we look forward to working with you again in the future.

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Stephen and the wider Forbes team have been a trusted source of legal advice and support throughout our dealings. They consistently provide clear, practical and commercially focused guidance, combining strong technical expertise with an ability to explain complex matters in a straightforward and accessible way. What particularly distinguishes Stephen is his ability to provide balanced, pragmatic advice whilst remaining approachable and responsive throughout the process. He takes the time to understand the wider context and objectives behind each matter, ensuring that his guidance is not only legally sound but also practical and aligned to business needs. His professionalism, attention to detail and calm, measured approach inspire confidence, even when dealing with more complex issues. I would not hesitate to recommend Stephen and Forbes to any business or individual seeking high-quality legal support from a team that is both highly knowledgeable and a pleasure to work with.

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Thank you for your thoughtful review. We're delighted to hear that Stephen and the wider team have been able to provide clear, practical advice and support throughout your dealings with us. Your kind words about Stephen's professionalism, expertise, and approach are greatly appreciated, and we will be sure to share your feedback with him. Thank you for your recommendation and for placing your trust in Forbes Solicitors.

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John Wilcock

Company & Commercial

Commercial Dispute Litigation

When faced with a complicated High Court claim / counter claim litigation we turned to Forbes. We were new to this situation and to be honest very worried about it. Paul's calm and unflappable style is just what we needed to keep us focussed on getting a good outcome. Paul guided us through the various stages right up to and including mediation where the matter was resolved to our satisfaction. Paul was very client focussed and when the going got tough he maintains a dogged determination to keep us moving forward. Paul kept us on track to resolve the matter ASAP without the risk and stress of a court case. You don't realise the toll legal proceedings can take on you until wake up one morning and they have gone away. So thank you to Paul and the team at Forbes for your wisdom, guidance , patience and the outcome.

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Thank you for your kind feedback. We’re delighted to hear that Paul provided the guidance and support you needed throughout your case and helped achieve a positive resolution. We truly appreciate your trust in Paul and the team at Forbes Solicitors.

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Brendan

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MBO

Rebecca and her team were amazing everything we asked for was done professionally and with no fuss Thanks Rebecxa

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Thank you for your kind feedback. We’re delighted to hear Rebecca and her team provided a smooth and professional service. We’ll be sure to pass on your thanks.

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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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4.9 /5 1344 Reviews
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What clients say about Forbes Solicitors LLP

Clients praise the firm for expertise across medical negligence, personal injury, criminal defence, family law, wills & probate, conveyancing, commercial and employment matters. Reviewers value clear, prompt communication, professionalism, thoroughness and strong technical knowledge. Empathy, compassion and sensitivity in difficult or emotional cases are repeatedly highlighted, alongside responsiveness, reliability and practical, jargon‑free explanations. Clients also appreciate tenacity, creativity in problem‑solving, honesty about prospects and costs, and a personable, approachable manner that builds confidence and trust.

Clear communication
Professional service
Timely responses
Empathetic support
Highly knowledgeable
Efficient process
Friendly staff
Great outcomes
Thorough work
Approachable team

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Andrew burgess

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My experience with Forbes

I used forbes due to brilliant service previously from a solicitor who made me feel very comfortable and most importantly heard, and listened to. I never ever felt judged ironically, and they were brilliant with my family. This time round I had a different solicitor, and the exact treatment was provided once again. Listened to, understood, information on the case was clearly explained, honesty, professional. 10/10 once again. Big thank you to Toby.

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Martyn Slater

Wills, Trusts & Probate

Fantastic with Gorbes

The service we have had from Ashley has been superb! He went through everything in great detail putting us in an informed position to make an informed choice! 👍

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Thank you for your kind words! We're so pleased to hear Ashley provided such detailed and helpful support. We'll be sure to pass on your feedback.

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Nicola Winkley

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Lisa Atkinson- compensation

I contacted Forbes solicitors after my sun recieved a burn to his chest while at nursery, due to my son's SEND needs i didn't remove him from the nursery as he only had a year left before starting school , Lisa talked me through the process of claiming compensation for him which he could then access once he's 18 years old. Throughout this process Lisa has kept me up to date with everything that has been going on and remained professional and understanding throughout, she even managed to claim more than we expected to receive in relation to my son's compensation which was a credit to her hard work and dedication. Thank you Lisa !

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Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We're delighted to hear that Lisa provided such professional, understanding, and dedicated support throughout your son's claim. We're pleased she was able to achieve a positive outcome for your family, and we truly appreciate your kind words. We wish you and your son all the very best for the future.

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Housing & Property

Exceptionally speedy & effecient

The process was made super easy by Forbes, they were able to get everything done for us faster than our required deadline and they required no chasing and were very timely with all our requests.

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Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We're delighted to hear that Forbes could make the process smooth and deliver everything ahead of your deadline. We appreciate your kind words.

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Dave Palffy

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Clinical Negligence

Excellent and compassionate service throughout a difficult case

My case was a medical negligence claim relating to my late mother, which was naturally a very difficult and emotional process for our family. Leonie and her team were excellent throughout. Leonie was always understanding and empathetic, communicated clearly and kept me fully informed at every stage. She took the time to explain the process, make sure I understood the possible outcomes and ensured that I always knew where we stood with the case. As a result of Leonie’s tireless commitment, hard work and professionalism, we were able to reach a fair settlement, and we are extremely happy with the outcome. We are incredibly grateful to Leonie and her team for everything they have done for us. I would have no hesitation in recommending them to anyone who finds themselves in a similar situation.

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Thank you for your kind words. We are delighted that Leonie and her team were able to support you and your family through such a difficult time. Your feedback on Leonie’s empathy, communication and dedication means a great deal, and we are pleased we were able to achieve a positive outcome for you. We wish you and your family all the very best for the future.

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Aggie Mum

Wills, Trusts & Probate

Aggie

I have been very pleased with the service I have received from Forbes Solicitors, particularly from Lucy and Imogen, who have been assisting me with a property sale dispute. Both have been extremely professional, friendly and approachable throughout. They have taken the time to listen to my concerns, explain matters clearly and keep me informed throughout the process. I have always felt that my situation was being handled with care and professionalism. It has been reassuring to have such supportive and knowledgeable people dealing with what has been a difficult and stressful matter. I really appreciate their help and the way they have handled my case so far. I would happily recommend Forbes Solicitors, and especially Lucy and Imojean, to anyone looking for professional, approachable and supportive legal assistance. Aggie

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Thank you, Aggie, for your kind words. We're delighted to hear that Lucy and Imogen have supported you so well throughout this matter. Your recommendation is greatly appreciated, and we wish you all the best moving forward.

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John Maddocks

Wills, Trusts & Probate

John

John Lambe acted for me in resolving a dispute with my late Father's estate. He took the time to understand the circumstances under which my Father signed the Will. At all times he was friendly, supportive and pragmatic. He has a vast knowledge of contentious probate, access to an exceptional Barrister, and together they were able to help me understand the complexities of the laws relating to my case. Navigating through such a difficult time was made much easier by having John in my corner. The right result was achieved and I would whole heartedly recommend Forbes to anyone in the position of having to contest a Will.

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Thank you for your kind words and recommendation. We're delighted to hear that John provided the support, expertise and clear guidance you needed during a difficult time. Achieving the right outcome for our clients is always our priority, and we're pleased we could assist you through the process. We wish you all the best for the future.

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Amrit Panesar

Amrit

Communication and correspondence has been outstandin,so very happy.

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Thank you for your kind feedback. We're delighted to hear you're happy with the communication and correspondence provided. Thankyou for choosing Forbes.

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Paul Brittain

Paul

Disgrace of a firm, these solicitors where chosen to act on behalf of together housing association in regards to selling my share of my shared ownership property, essentially just the middle man from my buyers solicitors and my solicitor. Whole process took 5 months because response times where nothing short of a disgrace. Case handler Claire wouldn’t speak to me because I wasn’t the client even tho I was having to pay the final bill so surely I am the client? So after 5 months of very poor service they then had the cheek to send me a bill of £2775 and my buyer a bill of around £700!! For doing literally nothing! They were just the middle man!! I paid my other 2 solicitors just over that total amount combined who had to do all the usual conveyancing bits and pieces. I had to ask my solicitor to double check that Claire hadn’t fell onto a calculator and just thought “that’ll do” £2775!!? Wow When challenged on the amount the response was a snapshot of some small print in my shared ownership lease stating a charge of up to 1.5% or some croc and bull, so basically they charged that because they can. So thanks for robbing me blind and thanks again for a terrible service. Stay well clear of Forbes

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Lee Mckay

Lee

Where do I start from being to end incompetent told witness statement wasn't inprotent by a teenager collage girl working there very little confidence in my barrister changing statements without in informing me ..on day off trial no evidence prosecution approach my barrister asking if id take a less charge...wow must think I was guilty of a crime..I'm 100% they are in bed with the prosecution STAY CLEAR OF THIS SOLICITORS IF YOU NOT WILL GO TO PRISON

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