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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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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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Excellent service from start to finish. Efficient and good value. Charlotte was very professional, knowledgeable and understanding.
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We really appreciate your positive feedback. It is great to hear that Charlotte was able to support you effectively.
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Contacted RIAA to update my will and other things. Charlotte and James provided an efficient, friendly service and the process was dealt with quickly. Much appreciated.
Thank you for the kind words. We're delighted to hear that our team were able to support you successfully!
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Very efficient and helpful with arrangements for my will.
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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.
The work was handled very efficiently and I was made to feel a valued client.
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We appreciate the kind feedback, Michael. We are thrilled that you had a positive experience with us.
We contacted RIAA Barker Gillette to get our wills arranged. Herman was professional & helpful with all aspects of the process. He explained everything clearly, notified in writing everything we discussed & answered the many questions we had in a timely manner.
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Thank you for your kind review. We’re delighted to hear that Herman provided you with professional and helpful service throughout the process. If you ever need further assistance, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Compare Ben Marks and Martin Alfreds with MJ and Pippen - the conveyancers dream team. Both Ben and Martin were amazing in assisting us with the completion of our first purchase. Martin was always accessible, understanding and prompt when dealing with our matter. Martin kept us within the loop at every stage of the transaction and always kept us at ease providing confidence throughout. I would highly recommend both Ben and Martin to anybody who require conveyancers to deal with their matters. They are both very professional and go above and beyond to make sure your needs and interests are well looked after. We can't thank Ben and Martin enough for their terrific work, thank you.
Thank you for the fantastic review. We're delighted Ben and Martin provided such a seamless and professional service for your first purchase. Being compared to MJ and Pippen is high praise—they truly are a dream team! Congratulations on your new home, and thank you for choosing RIAA Barker Gillette UK.
I highly recommend James McMullan and his team. They all did a fantastic job with helping me through a particularly difficult family situation. They are extremely professional, caring, and experts in their field.
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Thank you for your kind words and recommendation. We’re pleased to hear that James McMullan and the team were able to support you during a difficult time. Your feedback is greatly appreciated, and we’re glad we could help.
We used James McMullan and Charlotte Barbaroussis to have our Wills/LPAs amended. We felt that this process was a little more complex than usual. However, we were given suitable options in the present financial climate, to all questions asked and additional guidance on matters we had overlooked. We were kept informed of the process and contacted by Charlotte every step of the way and found her friendly, personable but polished, approachable and professional.
Thank you for sharing your experience with us regarding the amendment of your Wills and LPAs. We appreciate your feedback and are pleased to hear that you found our services comprehensive and our options suitable for the current financial climate. It is particularly gratifying to know that Charlotte's consistent communication and professionalism left a positive impression. We strive to ensure our clients are well informed and supported throughout the process. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you need further assistance.
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.
This review was submitted by a verified client of RIAA Barker Gillette (UK) LLP.
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.
This review was submitted by a verified client of RIAA Barker Gillette (UK) LLP.
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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