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Compass House, 1-3 The Avenue, Southampton, Hampshire, SO17 1XG

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Warner Goodman LLP Review Scores & Client Satisfaction Overview

4.9
Excellent
95%+
Value for
Money
95%+
Success
Rate
95%+
Would
Recommend
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

Warner Goodman LLP are accredited by

Personal Injury accreditation awarded to Warner Goodman LLP
Lexcel - excellence in legal practice management and client care accreditation awarded to Warner Goodman LLP
The Law Society accreditation awarded to Warner Goodman LLP

Description

Warner Goodman LLP is one of the leading law firms in the Hampshire and Solent area, delivering trusted legal services for over 170 years. The firm has received numerous accolades over the years, including LawNet Law Firm of the Year and Hampshire Venus Awards Company of the Year. Today, we employ over 160 people across five offices in Fareham, Portsmouth, Southampton, Chandler’s Ford and Waterlooville. We provide a vast range of legal services to both businesses and individuals, supporting a diverse portfolio of local, national and international clients.

Rankings by area of expertise

The rankings below show the areas of expertise that Warner Goodman LLP offers to clients. You can see how good the service offered is in comparison to all other law firms nationally / locally.

Warner Goodman 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

Warner Goodman LLP are accredited by

Personal Injury accreditation awarded to Warner Goodman LLP
Lexcel - excellence in legal practice management and client care accreditation awarded to Warner Goodman LLP
The Law Society accreditation awarded to Warner Goodman LLP

Description

Warner Goodman LLP is one of the leading law firms in the Hampshire and Solent area, delivering trusted legal services for over 170 years. The firm has received numerous accolades over the years, including LawNet Law Firm of the Year and Hampshire Venus Awards Company of the Year. Today, we employ over 160 people across five offices in Fareham, Portsmouth, Southampton, Chandler’s Ford and Waterlooville. We provide a vast range of legal services to both businesses and individuals, supporting a diverse portfolio of local, national and international clients.

Rankings by area of expertise

The rankings below show the areas of expertise that Warner Goodman LLP offers to clients. You can see how good the service offered is in comparison to all other law firms nationally / locally.

Housing & Property 1 / 9
Wills, Trusts & Probate 2 / 7
Commercial Property 1 / 8
Asset Management 1 / 2
Auction Law 1 / 2
Employment 1 / 5
Family Law 2 / 7
Land Law 2 / 3
Inheritance Law 1 / 2
Dispute Resolution 2 / 4
Fraud Law 1 / 3
Professional Negligence 1 / 16
Contract Law 2 / 6
Court of Protection and Deputyship 2 / 4
Mergers and Acquisitions Law 1 / 4
Elder Law 1 / 2
Litigation 1 / 1
IT & Intellectual Property 1 / 4
Charities 1 / 4
Commercial and Business Law 1 / 5
Personal Injury 1 / 3
Construction 2 / 3
Insurance Law 1 / 1
Consumer 1 / 3
Money & Tax 2 / 8
Equity Law 1 / 2
Company & Commercial 1 / 7
Debt and Tax Law 1 / 2
Child Law 2 / 3
Company Law 1 / 3
Planning Law 1 / 2
Clinical Negligence 1 / 3
Health and Welfare Law 1 / 2
Banking 1 / 2
Enforcement Law 1 / 1
Pensions Law 1 / 3
Care Law 1 / 2
Welfare & Benefits 1 / 2
Copyright Law 1 / 2
Crime/ Criminal Defence 1 / 2
Criminal Law 1 / 4
Disability Law 1 / 4
Domestic Violence Law 2 / 4
Environmental Law 1 / 1
Marketing Law 1 / 2
Civil Rights Law 1 / 2
Education 1 / 2
Energy Law 1 / 2
Equality Law 1 / 12
Injunctions Law 2 / 3
Intellectual Property Law 1 / 2
Sports Law 1 / 4
Bribery and Corruption Law 1 / 3
Cybersecurity and Data Protection Law 1 / 2
Discrimination Law 1 / 2
Engineering Law 1 / 1
Hospitality Law 1 / 1
International Enforcement of Judgments 1 / 6
Medical Law 1 / 2
Occupational Health Law 1 / 1
Privacy Law 1 / 13
Social Law 1 / 3
Tourism Law 1 / 1
Defamation Law 1 / 1
Fire Safety Law 1 / 2
Health and Safety Law 1 / 2
Infrastructure Law 1 / 3
National Insurance Law 1 / 2
Prison Law 1 / 1
Surveillance Law 1 / 1
White Collar Crime 1 / 2
Local 2 / 3
Housing & Property 41 / 4,769
Wills, Trusts & Probate 65 / 3,760
Commercial Property 76 / 3,667
Asset Management 28 / 392
Auction Law 36 / 286
Employment 58 / 3,621
Family Law 187 / 4,221
Land Law 110 / 1,321
Inheritance Law 80 / 676
Dispute Resolution 88 / 1,801
Fraud Law 35 / 514
Professional Negligence 39 / 1,297
Contract Law 94 / 1,427
Court of Protection and Deputyship 81 / 575
Mergers and Acquisitions Law 39 / 425
Elder Law 52 / 314
Litigation 88 / 878
IT & Intellectual Property 30 / 1,113
Charities 112 / 770
Commercial and Business Law 47 / 348
Personal Injury 87 / 2,653
Construction 132 / 856
Insurance Law 47 / 663
Consumer 45 / 4,416
Money & Tax 57 / 1,951
Equity Law 65 / 570
Company & Commercial 69 / 4,185
Debt and Tax Law 66 / 785
Child Law 141 / 1,638
Company Law 74 / 969
Planning Law 51 / 585
Clinical Negligence 212 / 1,246
Health and Welfare Law 19 / 185
Banking 98 / 1,031
Enforcement Law 48 / 574
Pensions Law 42 / 486
Care Law 61 / 532
Welfare & Benefits 9 / 1,049
Copyright Law 34 / 522
Crime/ Criminal Defence 226 / 2,139
Criminal Law 71 / 1,003
Disability Law 53 / 602
Domestic Violence Law 77 / 897
Environmental Law 21 / 393
Marketing Law 6 / 98
Civil Rights Law 7 / 97
Education 66 / 424
Energy Law 30 / 359
Equality Law 75 / 1,097
Injunctions Law 72 / 932
Intellectual Property Law 48 / 623
Sports Law 23 / 302
Bribery and Corruption Law 24 / 411
Cybersecurity and Data Protection Law 51 / 894
Discrimination Law 41 / 496
Engineering Law 6 / 126
Hospitality Law 10 / 95
International Enforcement of Judgments 14 / 152
Medical Law 13 / 188
Occupational Health Law 41 / 428
Privacy Law 25 / 515
Social Law 17 / 224
Tourism Law 4 / 43
Defamation Law 28 / 261
Fire Safety Law 16 / 180
Health and Safety Law 45 / 575
Infrastructure Law 13 / 188
National Insurance Law 43 / 423
Prison Law 15 / 241
Surveillance Law 10 / 164
White Collar Crime 23 / 203
National 82 / 11,165

Meet the team of Warner Goodman LLP

Meet the team of Warner Goodman LLP

Contact & Locations - Warner Goodman LLP

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)

Compass House, 1-3 The Avenue, Southampton, Hampshire, SO17 1XG

Reviews

4.9 /5 1391 Reviews
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What clients say about Warner Goodman LLP

The firm specialises in conveyancing, employment law (including severance and settlement agreements), wills/estate planning and personal injury, demonstrating strong technical expertise and efficient case handling. Clients praise prompt, clear communication, proactive case management, quick turnarounds and smooth, timely completions. Valued soft skills include friendliness, approachability, empathy, patience, reassurance and professionalism; staff are described as supportive, informative and easy to contact, making stressful processes straightforward and confidence-inspiring.

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Terri Martin

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Housing & Property

Reliable, Efficient and Supportive Conveyancing Team

We used Warner Goodman LLP for conveyancing when buying our first home and again for the sale and purchase of our next, and they were fantastic both times. The journey this time was a long one, with two purchases falling through before we finally found our forever home. Throughout it all, Stacey & Jordan were patient, supportive, and never once made us feel like a nuisance. Communication was excellent, they worked incredibly quickly, and any queries were answered the same or next day. We couldn’t fault their service and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable, efficient, and friendly conveyancing solicitors.

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Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this wonderful review, Terri. We’re delighted that Stacey and Jordan could support you through both purchases — especially given the challenges you faced with two previous sales falling through. It means a great deal to know you found our communication prompt, our responses helpful, and our approach patient and supportive throughout the process. We’re very grateful for your recommendation and pleased we could help you reach your forever home. If you ever need assistance in the future, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

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Vanessa Meehan

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Housing & Property

Fantastic help!

Stacey was wonderful at helping us get the sale over the line in a very short time frame! She and her team kept me up to date with progress, regularly kept in contact to see how we were doing and was fabulous at keeping the otherside on a roll so we completed on time at the very last minute. Cannot express how grateful we are! I would highly recommend Stacey and her team for your house purchase.

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Thank you very much for your kind review, Vanessa. We’re thrilled to hear that Stacey and her team were able to guide you through your house sale efficiently, keeping you informed and ensuring the process stayed on track right up to completion. Your gratitude and recommendation mean a great deal to us, and we’re delighted we could make such a positive difference during a time-sensitive transaction.

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Haico

Housing & Property

An efficient and quick sales process

I used Warner Goodman on recommendation of a friend and am very pleased they acted on our behalf. The sale of the property went through in just under 3 months, which is amazing. Stacey Read and Jordan Donovan responded quickly to any enquiries we or the buyers solicitor had. I can highly recommend them for their excellent service.

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Hi Haico, thank you for your kind feedback. We’re delighted that Stacey and Jordan were able to progress your sale efficiently and provide prompt responses throughout. We’re pleased the transaction completed so quickly, and we greatly appreciate your recommendation.

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Luke Temple

Housing & Property

Efficent, kind and courteous....Excellent

Stacey was fabulous at guiding me through choppy auction waters...her approach was friendly but efficient. She was kind and knowledgeable throughout and made the process far from a burden.

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Hi Luke, thank you for your kind words. We’re delighted to hear that Stacey was able to guide you through the process with both professionalism and kindness. It’s wonderful to know her support made your experience positive, and we truly appreciate your feedback.

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Victoria

Commercial Property

Outstanding Service

I recently used Warner Goodman LLP for the purchase of an investment property, and the service provided by Alex and Ali was truly outstanding. They were knowledgeable, professional, and incredibly thorough throughout the entire process. Every question was answered so promptly, communication was clear and reassuring, and they consistently went above and beyond to ensure everything progressed smoothly. Their expertise made what could have been a stressful experience feel straightforward and well-managed. I felt fully supported from start to finish. I highly recommend Alex, Ali, and the team at Warner Goodman LLP to anyone seeking reliable and exceptional legal services for property transactions.

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We’re delighted to hear your investment property purchase went so smoothly, Victoria. It’s wonderful to know Alex, Ali, and the team provided knowledgeable, thorough, and reassuring support throughout the process. Thank you for your high recommendation!

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S Richards

Conveyancing

The solicitors and staff were professional, friendly, and efficient throughout the sale of my house. They kept me informed at every stage, responded promptly to any questions, and made the whole process as smooth and stress-free as possible. I would happily recommend their services.

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Faye

Housing & Property

Conveyancing

John and Karen went above and beyond to make our house buying process as smooth as possible. Even with a few hurdles on the way, they continued to chase and ensure everything was moving in the right direction for us. As first time home buyers they explained everything, the process was always explained to us.

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Thank you for your feedback. We’re delighted to hear that our team went above and beyond to support you throughout, and that they kept things moving smoothly even when challenges arose. It’s pleasing to know they took the time to clearly explain the process as first-time buyers.

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Housing & Property

Conveyancing

Very friendly team. As a first time buyer, we’re able to give me advice and answer all of my questions regarding the purchase. Worked in line with my timeframes for moving which was less than 3 months. Thank you so much for all your hard work.

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Thank you for your feedback. We’re delighted you found our team friendly and supportive, and that your questions were answered clearly throughout the process.

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Conveyancing

Every dealing with Warner Goodman has been excellent. They have all taken care to make sure I understand every step of the process.

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Thank you for your kind feedback. We’re pleased to hear that your experience with us has been excellent and that the team took care to ensure you understood each stage of the process.

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Tom

Conveyancing

John Blake’s whole team is fantastic. I wouldn’t normally write a reviews- let alone a review of a solicitors firm, however this service was second to none. Karen and Anisa were both super quick at replying, very helpful and made my move quicker and completely worry free. John Blake has created (in my opinion) the best conveyancing services in the UK. I would even consider other firms now for my next moves.

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Thank you for your feedback. We’re delighted to hear that our team, provided a responsive and supportive service, helping to make your move smooth and worry-free. Your recommendation is truly appreciated.

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4.9 /5 2110 Reviews
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The firm specialises in conveyancing, employment law (including severance and settlement agreements), wills/estate planning and personal injury, demonstrating strong technical expertise and efficient case handling. Clients praise prompt, clear communication, proactive case management, quick turnarounds and smooth, timely completions. Valued soft skills include friendliness, approachability, empathy, patience, reassurance and professionalism; staff are described as supportive, informative and easy to contact, making stressful processes straightforward and confidence-inspiring.

friendly team
clear communication
timely responses
professional service
efficient process
kept informed
helpful staff
expert advice
stress-free handling
approachable solicitors

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John Stansfield

Personal Injury

Very helpful and comprehensive service

I needed help after being injured in a road accident. Warner Goodman had been recommended by a friend and I received excellent help and advice from Molly throughout my case. She ended up securing me a significant amount of damages that far exceeded my best expectations, and was professional and efficient at all times. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Molly and Warner Goodman to anyone needing similar help and representation in future.

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Dear John, Thank you for your feedback. We’re delighted to hear that Molly provided excellent support and advice throughout your case following your road accident. It’s great to know that her professional and efficient approach helped secure an outcome that exceeded your expectations. Your recommendation of our firm is greatly appreciated.

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Terri Martin

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Housing & Property

Reliable, Efficient and Supportive Conveyancing Team

We used Warner Goodman LLP for conveyancing when buying our first home and again for the sale and purchase of our next, and they were fantastic both times. The journey this time was a long one, with two purchases falling through before we finally found our forever home. Throughout it all, Stacey & Jordan were patient, supportive, and never once made us feel like a nuisance. Communication was excellent, they worked incredibly quickly, and any queries were answered the same or next day. We couldn’t fault their service and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable, efficient, and friendly conveyancing solicitors.

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Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this wonderful review, Terri. We’re delighted that Stacey and Jordan could support you through both purchases — especially given the challenges you faced with two previous sales falling through. It means a great deal to know you found our communication prompt, our responses helpful, and our approach patient and supportive throughout the process. We’re very grateful for your recommendation and pleased we could help you reach your forever home. If you ever need assistance in the future, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

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Vanessa Meehan

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Housing & Property

Fantastic help!

Stacey was wonderful at helping us get the sale over the line in a very short time frame! She and her team kept me up to date with progress, regularly kept in contact to see how we were doing and was fabulous at keeping the otherside on a roll so we completed on time at the very last minute. Cannot express how grateful we are! I would highly recommend Stacey and her team for your house purchase.

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Warner Goodman LLP

Thank you very much for your kind review, Vanessa. We’re thrilled to hear that Stacey and her team were able to guide you through your house sale efficiently, keeping you informed and ensuring the process stayed on track right up to completion. Your gratitude and recommendation mean a great deal to us, and we’re delighted we could make such a positive difference during a time-sensitive transaction.

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Haico

Housing & Property

An efficient and quick sales process

I used Warner Goodman on recommendation of a friend and am very pleased they acted on our behalf. The sale of the property went through in just under 3 months, which is amazing. Stacey Read and Jordan Donovan responded quickly to any enquiries we or the buyers solicitor had. I can highly recommend them for their excellent service.

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Hi Haico, thank you for your kind feedback. We’re delighted that Stacey and Jordan were able to progress your sale efficiently and provide prompt responses throughout. We’re pleased the transaction completed so quickly, and we greatly appreciate your recommendation.

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Luke Temple

Housing & Property

Efficent, kind and courteous....Excellent

Stacey was fabulous at guiding me through choppy auction waters...her approach was friendly but efficient. She was kind and knowledgeable throughout and made the process far from a burden.

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Hi Luke, thank you for your kind words. We’re delighted to hear that Stacey was able to guide you through the process with both professionalism and kindness. It’s wonderful to know her support made your experience positive, and we truly appreciate your feedback.

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S Richards

Conveyancing

The solicitors and staff were professional, friendly, and efficient throughout the sale of my house. They kept me informed at every stage, responded promptly to any questions, and made the whole process as smooth and stress-free as possible. I would happily recommend their services.

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Faye

Housing & Property

Conveyancing

John and Karen went above and beyond to make our house buying process as smooth as possible. Even with a few hurdles on the way, they continued to chase and ensure everything was moving in the right direction for us. As first time home buyers they explained everything, the process was always explained to us.

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from Warner Goodman LLP

Thank you for your feedback. We’re delighted to hear that our team went above and beyond to support you throughout, and that they kept things moving smoothly even when challenges arose. It’s pleasing to know they took the time to clearly explain the process as first-time buyers.

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Housing & Property

Conveyancing

Very friendly team. As a first time buyer, we’re able to give me advice and answer all of my questions regarding the purchase. Worked in line with my timeframes for moving which was less than 3 months. Thank you so much for all your hard work.

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Thank you for your feedback. We’re delighted you found our team friendly and supportive, and that your questions were answered clearly throughout the process.

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Employment

Grace took the time to explain me each key terms and was available to answer questions afterwards - I am really pleased with the service overall

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Thank you for your feedback. We’re delighted to hear that Grace took the time to clearly explain the key terms and remained available to answer your questions afterwards.

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Anonymous

Employment

Howard and other members of the team were a pleasure to deal with.

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Thank you for your kind review. We’re pleased to hear that Howard and the wider team were a pleasure to deal with, and we really appreciate your feedback.

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