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465 Total Company Reviews
Kinetic Business Centre, Theobald Street, Borehamwood, Hertford, Hertfordshire, WD6 4PJ
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Kinetic Business Centre, Theobald Street, Borehamwood, Hertford, Hertfordshire, WD6 4PJ
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Regulator ID: 828877
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RIAA Barker Gillette (UK) LLP are accredited by
RIAA Barker Gillette UK is a multi-service West End Law Firm offering specialist tailored advice to businesses and individuals across London and beyond. We pride ourselves on our approachability and the accessibility of our partners to their clients. Our practice encompasses company and commercial, dispute resolution, employment, family, private client and real estate services. Find out how we can help you today.
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RIAA Barker Gillette (UK) LLP are accredited by
RIAA Barker Gillette UK is a multi-service West End Law Firm offering specialist tailored advice to businesses and individuals across London and beyond. We pride ourselves on our approachability and the accessibility of our partners to their clients. Our practice encompasses company and commercial, dispute resolution, employment, family, private client and real estate services. Find out how we can help you today.
The rankings below show the areas of expertise that RIAA Barker Gillette (UK) LLP offers to clients. You can see how good the service offered is in comparison to all other law firms nationally / locally.
"I have been in the property industry for over 20 years and have dealt with many firms, however, my experience with RIAA Barker Gillette was nothing short of outstanding."
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"The team were friendly and approachable, responding to emails/phone calls promptly - sometimes multiple times within the same day and even while on leave at times! They were professional and kept me well-informed throughout the process,"
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| Monday | 09:30–17:30 |
| Tuesday | 09:30–17:30 |
| Wednesday | 09:30–17:30 |
| Thursday | 09:30–17:30 |
| Friday | 09:30–17:30 |
| Saturday | (Closed) |
| Sunday | (Closed) |
Kinetic Business Centre, Theobald Street, Borehamwood, Hertford, Hertfordshire, WD6 4PJ
What clients say about RIAA Barker Gillette (UK) LLP
The firm specialises in probate, wills and lasting powers of attorney, property sales and litigation, financial and separation settlements, and dispute resolution. Clients praise technical expertise, efficiency and clear, timely communication. Valued soft skills include professionalism, warmth, patience, responsiveness, sensitivity, practical problem‑solving and a reassuring, friendly manner that makes complex or stressful matters feel well managed.
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Although (for complex, not relevant) reasons this matter never reached the point of either negotiations or a court case, Barker Gillette staff provided us with excellent support. I would certainly go back to them in the event of future susch disputes
Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future.
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I recently worked with Patrick Simpson on my settlement agreement. Patrick guided me through every stage with exceptional care and diligence. He kept the process moving efficiently, always updating me promptly by phone and following up in writing so I felt fully informed throughout. Patrick explained each legal standpoint in a way that was clear, intelligent, and easy to understand. His manner is both friendly and highly professional, which made a potentially stressful situation feel manageable and straightforward. I’m genuinely grateful for his support and expertise, and I would confidently recommend Patrick to anyone seeking reliable, thoughtful, and knowledgeable legal guidance.
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Thank you for your review. We are pleased to hear you had a positive experience with Patrick.
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I cannot recommend Riaa, Baker and Gillette highly enough. My solicitor supported me throughout a very challenging property litigation matter, and thanks to her expertise, dedication, and strategic approach, we achieved a successful outcome. From the very beginning, my solicitor was professional, thorough, and incredibly reassuring. She took the time to explain every stage of the process clearly, ensuring I felt informed and confident in the decisions being made. Her attention to detail and strong advocacy were evident throughout, and she handled complex issues with both skill and determination. What truly stood out was her commitment and responsiveness — she was always available to answer questions and provided honest, practical advice when I needed it most. Property litigation can be stressful, but having such experienced solicitor on my side made all the difference. I am extremely grateful for her hard work and would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone in need of an exceptional solicitor.
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We’re so pleased to hear that Pippa was able to support you so positively. Thank you very much for taking the time to leave such lovely feedback.
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RIAA assisted me in a conflict I had with my architect who wanted to overcharge me. The end result was satisfactory, with invoices reasonable despite being slightly higher than expected
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Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future.
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After a number of years navigating a complex financial settlement following my separation, my solicitor has been incredible from start to finish. Their professionalism, patience, and dedication never wavered, even when the process felt overwhelming. Thanks to their expertise and persistence, I achieved the outcome I had hoped for. I am truly grateful for their outstanding support
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Hi Sharla. We are thrilled that Pippa was able to provide you with a positive experience. Thank you for the kind review!
Review: RIAA Barker Gillette (UK) LLP I rarely leave reviews, but feel it is important to share our experience in a measured and factual way. Our residents’ company instructed Barker Gillette in relation to a complex, multi-leaseholder redevelopment matter. Over a period of more than two years, the file passed through four different solicitors, which resulted in repeated loss of continuity, shifting approaches, and prolonged delays. Communication was inconsistent, at times withheld. At critical stages there were long periods with little or no proactive engagement, and requests for coordinated meetings with other professional advisers were declined. In a transaction involving twelve individual leaseholders, this lack of joined-up communication had a material impact on confidence and engagement. On several occasions we sought line managers assistance, promises made, none kept. A key communication issued to all leaseholders in November 2025 focused heavily on risks while omitting important contextual benefits and contained many factual inaccuracies. Although a revised note was issued later, the damage to confidence had already been done. Attempts to address this constructively were unsuccessful. We raised a formal complaint with the firm. Unfortunately, none of our concerns were upheld, despite the evident breakdown in trust and service. As a result, we have taken the matter to the Legal Ombudsman and are considering further regulatory steps. This review is not written lightly. Complex matters require consistency, careful communication, and strong supervision. In our experience, these elements were lacking, and we were ultimately unable to continue working with the firm.
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience in such detail. We appreciate your feedback and note your comments.
I contacted Karen Cole at RIAA Barker Gillette through a recommendation from a close family friend, regarding an employment dismissal dispute. From the start Karen was very upfront with her expectations and the associated costs that were to be expected with undertaking the dispute. She worked diligently and professionally, and within a week of contacting Karen, the dispute had been settled with my former employer, resulting in a very positive outcome. I was highly impressed with Karen's professionalism and knowledge with how to approach such a situation. Highly recommend working with RIAA to anyone.
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Thank you for your kind words and recommendation. We are delighted to hear that Karen Cole’s support and guidance met your expectations in navigating your legal matters.
Laura St Gallay; excellent, competent knowledgeable and professional Thank you for going into battle for me in what was a messy litigation situation
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We’re so pleased Laura was able to help. We really appreciate your feedback.
My Employment termination dispute was handled with great professionalism. The team knew exactly how to deal with the issue and the result was beyond my expectations
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We are delighted to hear that your employment dispute was handled professionally and that our team's expertise exceeded your expectations. Your positive feedback is greatly appreciated, and we are pleased that we could assist you effectively. Should you require any further assistance in the future, please do not hesitate to contact us.
The firm acted for me in an employment matter where the issues were as much practical as legal. The advice given was thorough and clear, marrying black letter law to the practicalities. This helped me greatly in achieving a satisfactory outcome
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Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future.
What clients say about RIAA Barker Gillette (UK) LLP
The firm specialises in probate, wills and lasting powers of attorney, property sales and litigation, financial and separation settlements, and dispute resolution. Clients praise technical expertise, efficiency and clear, timely communication. Valued soft skills include professionalism, warmth, patience, responsiveness, sensitivity, practical problem‑solving and a reassuring, friendly manner that makes complex or stressful matters feel well managed.
This review was submitted by a verified client of RIAA Barker Gillette (UK) LLP.
VERY HELPFUL SERVICE WHICH SOLVED OUR PROBLEM
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Thank you for your kind review. We are pleased James was able to help resolve the matter and provide the support you needed.
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We used Patrice Lawrence to deal with our parents’ probate and she handled the case promptly, professionally and with the respect due for a matter of this nature
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Thank you for your kind review. We are pleased Patrice was able to support you with professionalism, care and sensitivity during such an important matter.
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Charlotte was assured and thorough, as well as being friendly and warm.
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We’re delighted to hear that Charlotte was able to support you so well. Thank you for taking the time to share such kind feedback.
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Charlotte Barbaroussis has been efficient, professional and clear at all times.
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We are so pleased to hear that Charlotte was able to support you during this time. Thank you for taking the time to leave such thoughtful feedback.
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This update was carried out in a timely fashion and in detail. Many thanks to Charlotte Barbaroussis.
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Thank you for your kind words. We are delighted to hear Charlotte was able to provide the support and guidance you needed, and we truly appreciate you sharing your experience.
We had an excellent experience working with Michael Davies and his team on the sale of our property. They were efficient, knowledgeable, and highly diligent throughout the entire process. Communication was always prompt and clear, which made what can often be a stressful experience feel very well managed. What stood out most was their commitment even after completion — they continued to follow up on outstanding matters and ensured everything was fully finalised, even a year later. That level of care and professionalism is rare and very much appreciated. I would highly recommend their services.
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Hi Nika, Thanks for the wonderful review. We appreciate the lovely feedback! We are pleased to hear you had a positive experience, and we appreciate your recommendation.
Really good esp at dealing with the company who tried to overplay their hand - highly recommend
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Thank you for your review. We are pleased to hear you had a positive experience, and we appreciate your recommendation.
Absolutely brilliant, fast, professional, clear and delivered a robust service. Recent mortgage oversight from Ben Marks and Anne was superbly dealt with and I intend on moving all my business to them. For a big firm they really do pay attention to detail. Great service and worked around the clock to deliver! HIGHLY recommended, tried and tested and didn't let me down!
Hi Amish, Thanks for the wonderful review. We appreciate the lovely feedback!
Review: RIAA Barker Gillette (UK) LLP I rarely leave reviews, but feel it is important to share our experience in a measured and factual way. Our residents’ company instructed Barker Gillette in relation to a complex, multi-leaseholder redevelopment matter. Over a period of more than two years, the file passed through four different solicitors, which resulted in repeated loss of continuity, shifting approaches, and prolonged delays. Communication was inconsistent, at times withheld. At critical stages there were long periods with little or no proactive engagement, and requests for coordinated meetings with other professional advisers were declined. In a transaction involving twelve individual leaseholders, this lack of joined-up communication had a material impact on confidence and engagement. On several occasions we sought line managers assistance, promises made, none kept. A key communication issued to all leaseholders in November 2025 focused heavily on risks while omitting important contextual benefits and contained many factual inaccuracies. Although a revised note was issued later, the damage to confidence had already been done. Attempts to address this constructively were unsuccessful. We raised a formal complaint with the firm. Unfortunately, none of our concerns were upheld, despite the evident breakdown in trust and service. As a result, we have taken the matter to the Legal Ombudsman and are considering further regulatory steps. This review is not written lightly. Complex matters require consistency, careful communication, and strong supervision. In our experience, these elements were lacking, and we were ultimately unable to continue working with the firm.
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience in such detail. We appreciate your feedback and note your comments.
Found Pippa through a personal recommendation and she is wonderful. Offered so much wonderful advice, answered every question and is just the calm, pragmatic person I need as I'm navigating potential legalities
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Thank you for your kind feedback. We're delighted to hear that Pippa provided such a positive experience and was able to support you successfully.
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