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How Watson Thomas Limited Compares

Value for money

This firm - 98%
National Average
Poor Competitive Excellent

Excellent does not necessarily mean ‘cheap’. It means that clients thought that the level of service received was Excellent for what they paid.

This score has been calculated using up to the last 300 reviews left by clients of Watson Thomas Limited on ReviewSolicitors.

As part of our review questionnaire we ask reviewer questions about the value for money they felt they received by using Watson Thomas Limited. These questions include:

  • Value for money (a rating of 1-5)
  • How much were you initially quoted or how much did you expect to pay?
  • Approximately how much did you end up spending for the legal services provided (ignoring disbursements and court fees)
  • Did you think this was underpriced, overpriced or about right?
  • Overall experience

We use data science to amalgamate the answers to these questions and create a ‘ReviewSolicitors score’ out of 100. The above chart representation score is a simple percentage representation of the averaged score across those who have reviewed this law firm.

Underpriced 0%
Overpriced 4%
About Right 95%

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Would recommend to
friends and family

This firm - 99%
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ReviewSolicitors uses our community data to show you how many clients used Watson Thomas Limited and have had a satisfactory experience where they have indicated that they would recommend the services of the law firm to their friends and family.

You can use this data to see how Watson Thomas Limited performs against other law firms nationally. A score close to 100% indicates that this firm is highly valued by their clients.

As part of our review questionnaire we ask the question:

"Would you recommend this firm to somebody else?"

The reviewer can select either “Yes” or “No”.

The above score is a simple percentage representation of the total amount of clients who selected the “Yes” option:

Yes 99%
No 1%

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Satisfied with
outcome of matter

This firm - 99%
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ReviewSolicitors uses our community data to show you how many clients used Watson Thomas Limited and were satisfied with the outcome of their matter. Being satisfied with the outcome of your matter is an important consideration to have in mind.

You can use this data to see how Watson Thomas Limited compares to the national average of clients being satisfied with the outcome of their matter after instructing a solicitor.

As part of our review questionnaire we ask the question:

"Were you satisfied with the outcome of your case?"

The reviewer can select either “Yes” or “No”.

The above score is a simple percentage representation of the total amount of clients who selected the “Yes” option:

Yes 99%
No 1%

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Rankings by area of expertise

The rankings below show the areas of expertise that Watson Thomas Limited offers to clients. You can see how good the service offered is in comparison to all other law firms nationally.

Data shown above is based on the reviews and client feedback collected by ReviewSolicitors over the last 12 months.

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Client Reviews

4.9/5

Reviews summary

  • Excellent

    128
  • Very Good

    2
  • Average

    1
  • Poor

    0
  • Awful

    1

Overall experience

  • Value For Money
  • Communication
  • Initial Impressions
  • Approachability
  • Documentation Accuracy
  • Legal knowledge
David

Matter Type:

Inheritance Tax

David

November 01, 2024

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Inheritance Tax Fiasco

We employed this firm to deal with the inheritance tax on my late mothers estate, because the IR form was too complicated for us to do ourselves. It transpired the solicitor we were given had little or no idea how to do it either. I supplied all the necessary information and statements etc. but it still took her 4 months to get to a point where the form could be submitted. Absolutely clueless. To be fair the solicitor in question, Sam Mohieddin, doesn't work for Watson Thomas any more, but she should have been properly managed.

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Kirsty

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Matter Type:

Divorce

Kirsty

April 11, 2023

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Excellent and personal service

Emma Sanders provided excellent, prompt and very personal service dealing with my divorce case. She took the time to explain matters thoroughly and answered all the questions I had promptly. She was flexible and professional at all times.
Thank you.

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Anonymous

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Matter Type:

Divorce

Anonymous

April 04, 2023

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Excellent service from Watson Thomas

Jade Evans-Bray was incredibly helpful throughout the legal process. She was thorough, persistent, fair and transparent. She was always easy to get hold of and answered every query promptly and with care and attention. Highly recommend.

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Amanda

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Matter Type:

Child Relocation After Divorce

Amanda

April 03, 2023

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Clear, helpful and timely advice delivered with warmth

Emma Sanders and Rachel Watson helped me with an application to the court to remove my children from the UK, so I could start a new life down under. They were both very knowledgeable and explained clearly to me the steps and the potential pitfalls. They responded to all my questions promptly and kept me fully informed, especially regarding the costs involved at each stage. And they delivered all this with warmth.

I would not hesitate to recommend Emma or Rachel to anyone needing support on a family law matter.

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Ruth

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Matter Type:

Child Arrangements Following Divorce

Ruth

March 07, 2023

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Kate McCarthy at Watson Thomas

I was recommended to Kate at Watson Thomas. I was dealing with a particularly difficult and emotionally challenging divorce that involved complications with both the children and the financial settlement.

I found Kate to be calm, professional and fair at all times . She gave clear and timely advice and was able to help me secure the best settlement for myself and my children.

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Michelle

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Matter Type:

Divorce

Michelle

December 20, 2022

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Divorce

Kate McCarthy was amazing and very clear with her advice, would definitely recommend to anyone needing a solicitor

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Stuart

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Matter Type:

Separation

Stuart

December 14, 2022

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Exceptional Service

Have been dealing with Kate McCarthy for the past 9 months in regards to a separation. From day one, Kate showed compassion, understanding and provided first class knowledge and advice. She has always been contactable and efficient in responding to even the smallest questions I had. Would definitely recommend.

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John light

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Matter Type:

Child contact

John light

October 06, 2022

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Outstanding in every way

I had the pleasure of having Kate Mccarthy represent me in my issues during a very unpleasant child custody battle
Kate was brilliant throughout the whole process
So easy to talk to, Kate was both professional, kind and always shows empathy... we would highly recommend her and have full faith in her ability to move mountains for her clients.. we were very well looked after
Thanks Kate, we won't forget you ❤️

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John Player

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Matter Type:

Financial Matters

John Player

October 04, 2022

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Help with my financial matter from Jade Evans-Bray

I was desperately trying to find a solicitor to help me fill in my D 81 form and needed to get it sorted within a short time span and couldn’t find a solicitor to see face to face , l rang your company and found you extremely helpful , you sorted me an appointment at very short notice with your trainee solicitor Jade Evans-Bray,
Jade was brilliant , she kept me well informed , explained everything, was efficient , kept me updated on how things were going , a very friendly person , put me at ease ,nothing was too much trouble for her , answered any questions l had promptly, l would highly recommend her , and would use her again if ever the time arose that l would need a solicitor ,
I would also highly recommend your firm for being so friendly and helpful when l needed help

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Paul

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Matter Type:

Family law

Paul

September 13, 2022

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Very understanding

They understood the complexity of our situation.
It really helped in an all round mutually beneficial arrangement.

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Reviews collected from

Nichole

Matter Type:

Divorce

Nichole

April 21, 2022

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Nichole

Very professional, realistic advice. Thank you very much.

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June

June

October 14, 2021

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June

New to using this company so far very happy with results

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Lilia

Matter Type:

Family law

Lilia

June 17, 2020

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Lilia

I cannot recommend Watson and Thomas enough! I am so grateful for there passion, dedication, and professionalism. Rebecca Ashton was truly the best I've ever worked with. He knowledge is outstanding and she is very supportive . Thank you so much!

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Florian

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February 20, 2020

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(Translated by Google) Nerelevant

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Fiona

Matter Type:

Family law

Fiona

January 29, 2020

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Professional, connected Family Law solicitors - based in Guildford, Surrey - and Fleet, Hampshire - who give you, the client, confidence that they really care and will do their utmost to act in your best interests.

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Our team are all experts in matrimonial law but they are also friendly, approachable down to earth people. They will explain your position in clear and easy to understand terms and we will be transparent about fees. Our team are all members of Resolution, a group committed to the amicable resolution of family disputes.

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Legal services

Personal areas of law

  • Family Law
    • Adoption, Surrogacy, Care and Special Guardianship
    • Annulment
    • Asset protection and tax mitigation
    • Change of name
    • Child Abduction
    • Child Access
    • Child Arrangements Following Divorce
    • Child Custody
    • Child Law
    • Child Maintenance
    • Child Relocation After Divorce
    • Child contact
    • Children
    • Children Act proceedings
    • Civil Partnership Dissolution
    • Civil partnerships
    • Cohabitation agreements and disputes
    • Cohabitation and Unmarried Relationships
    • Collaborative Law
    • Divorce
    • Divorce After A Brain Or Other Serious Injury
    • Divorce Mediation
    • Domestic Abuse
    • Domestic Violence
    • Elderly care
    • Elderly care home fees
    • Family Mediation
    • Family law
    • Financial Matters
    • Fixed Fee Divorce
    • Grandparents' Rights
    • High Net Worth Divorce
    • Inheritance Act claims
    • Injunctions
    • International Divorce
    • Lasting power of attorney
    • Legal aid
    • Marriage and civil partnerships
    • Matrimonial finance
    • Out Of Court Divorce
    • Parental responsibility, paternity disputes, surrogacy
    • Pension and property advice
    • Pre and Post Nuptial Agreements
    • Separation
    • Separation Agreement
    • Social Services
    • Unmarried Couples' Rights
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