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5 High Street, Cranbrook, Kent, TN17 3EB

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5 High Street, Cranbrook, Kent, TN17 3EB

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Kingsfords Solicitors Limited Review Scores & Client Satisfaction Overview

4.6
Excellent
91%
Value for
Money
91%
Success
Rate
91%
Would
Recommend
Communication 4.6/5
Initial Impressions 4.6/5
Approachability 4.6/5
Documentation Accuracy 4.6/5
Legal Knowledge 4.7/5
Value for money 4.6/5

Accreditations

Kingsfords Solicitors Limited are accredited by

Children Law accreditation awarded to Kingsfords Solicitors Limited
Lexcel - excellence in legal practice management and client care accreditation awarded to Kingsfords Solicitors Limited
The Law Society accreditation awarded to Kingsfords Solicitors Limited

Description

Kingsfords is a long established highly reputable firm providing expertise in many areas of law both to commercial concerns and private individuals. Kingsfords was founded in the mid 1880s by Julius Kingsford and the firm’s development since that time was initially linked to the growth of Ashford and East Kent, but now our clients are based nationally across England and Wales and beyond. Kingsfords has developed both in response to and in anticipation of the needs of our clients and today, with over 50 staff, we are able to provide a wide range of services to both private and commercial clients. We have achieved Lexcel accreditation (a symbol of excellence within the legal profession). In a recent survey, over 99% of clients responding said that they would use our services again.

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Kingsfords Solicitors Limited Review Scores & Client Satisfaction Overview

4.8
Excellent
95%
Value for
Money
12% above
national average
95%
Success
Rate
13% above
national average
95%+
Would
Recommend
15% above
national average
Communication 4.8/5
Initial Impressions 4.8/5
Approachability 4.8/5
Documentation Accuracy 4.8/5
Legal Knowledge 4.8/5
Value for money 4.7/5

Accreditations

Kingsfords Solicitors Limited are accredited by

Children Law accreditation awarded to Kingsfords Solicitors Limited
Lexcel - excellence in legal practice management and client care accreditation awarded to Kingsfords Solicitors Limited
The Law Society accreditation awarded to Kingsfords Solicitors Limited

Description

Kingsfords is a long established highly reputable firm providing expertise in many areas of law both to commercial concerns and private individuals. Kingsfords was founded in the mid 1880s by Julius Kingsford and the firm’s development since that time was initially linked to the growth of Ashford and East Kent, but now our clients are based nationally across England and Wales and beyond. Kingsfords has developed both in response to and in anticipation of the needs of our clients and today, with over 50 staff, we are able to provide a wide range of services to both private and commercial clients. We have achieved Lexcel accreditation (a symbol of excellence within the legal profession). In a recent survey, over 99% of clients responding said that they would use our services again.

Rankings by area of expertise

The rankings below show the areas of expertise that Kingsfords Solicitors Limited 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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Contact & Locations - Kingsfords Solicitors Limited

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)

5 High Street, Cranbrook, Kent, TN17 3EB

Reviews

4.6 /5 47 Reviews
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What clients say about Kingsfords Solicitors Limited

Clients praise the firm for strong expertise in conveyancing, probate, wills, LPAs and cross‑border matters, with clear, efficient and thorough technical advice. Reviews highlight prompt, proactive case management, attention to detail and successful outcomes. Valued soft skills include excellent communication, friendliness, professionalism, patience, discretion and a reassuring, supportive manner. Clients emphasise reliability, a ‘can‑do’ attitude, responsiveness and the ability to make complex processes straightforward and stress‑free.

Excellent communication
Highly professional
Friendly staff
Prompt service
Efficient handling
Attention to detail
Helpful advice
Trustworthy team
Good value
Can‑do attitude

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Mrs Anthea Thomas

Wills, Trusts & Probate

Dealing with the will, estate and probate of an elderly Aunt

Marcus Parsons provided an excellent , friendly and timely service. It was a very efficient service, especially considering we were 200 miles away from Ashford in North Somerset

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Thank you for providing such a wonderful review Anthea. Such feedback is very important to us. If we can assist in the future with any legal issues please do reach out.

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anonymous

Housing & Property

Very professional and efficient

I have used Kingsford's for house purchases, sales and to make a will. Every encounter I have with the team is pleasant, they explain the processes and communicate brilliantly. I couldn't have asked for better.

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Alastair

Wills, Trusts & Probate

Avoid!

Unprofessional and rude. Employed “deny, deny, deny” tactics while under investigation for their behaviour. Avoid at all costs.

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Wills, Trusts & Probate

French probate and house sale

I found the experience of dealing with probate and a house sale in France very daunting but Ms Bassini and Ms Hopper dealt with everything very efficiently and it was a great help to have someone who understands the French legal system dealing with it.

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Thank you so much for providing such a positive review. We really do appreciate your feedback. Should you have any legal needs in the future please do not hesitate to get back in contact.

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anonymous

Wills, Trusts & Probate

Will advice

Michaela Clifford was excellent with her support and advice regarding the writing of my Will. Michaela dealt with my instructions professionally and with efficiency making the process very easy.

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Thank you very much for leaving such a welcome review. Such feedback is important to us and much appreciated. Should you require any assistance going forward please do get back in contact.

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S C

Housing & Property

A client

We were very with the help, professionalism and efficiency received fir the sale of out late mother's house. Special thanks to Celia Wilcox.

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Kevin Taylor

Wills, Trusts & Probate

Kevin

The care and courtesy that I consistently receive from the staff at the Hythe branch is exemplary. They are exceptionally careful about privacy, friendly and helpful and explain things thoroughly. My most recent encounter has been with regard to the updating of my will. The process was straightforward and hassle free and worth the (very fair) cost incurred. I feel safe and supported in my dealings with these people and trust them implicitly. I speak as a retired senior police officer and a serving local Methodist Church Minister.

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Daniel Crook

Many thanks Kevin for providing such a welcome review. We do appreciate this feedback. Should you have any legal needs in the future please do get in contact.

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Kerry Dickson

Wills, Trusts & Probate

Kerry

I can highly recommend Kingsfords Solicitors. I have used them on two occasions for probate applications and each time have been very impressed with the efficient, professional and yet personal service I have received. My applications were dealt with by Marcus and Chloe who make an excellent team. They were quick to respond to all of my many queries, showing patience and understanding, and made the entire process stress free.

Thank you very much for your kind review and recommendation. We are delighted to hear that you were pleased with the service you received and that Marcus and Chloe were able to support you through the probate process . We will be sure to pass on your comments to them. Thank you again for taking the time to share your experience.

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Jacqueline Hunt

Jacqueline

Probate. Despite Kingsfords having drawn up our will, they immediately ignored it and the trust that had been set up, and were going to transfer the property into my sole ownership. They also drew up the wrong financial information to send to HMRC despite having a hard copy of our accounts at the date of death. The sums were correct but allocated to incorrect accounts which could have affected me in the future if HMRC queried accounts that they hadn't been notified of. Clearly this was a distressing time for myself and my family, and having to send paperwork back for substantial errors to be corrected added to distress and delays to probate

We are sorry to read that you feel disappointed with aspects of the service you received during what we appreciate can be a very difficult and emotional time for families dealing with probate matters. We take accuracy and client care extremely seriously and, where any issues are identified, we work promptly with clients to clarify and resolve them. Due to our professional obligations of confidentiality, we are unable to comment on the details of any individual matter in a public forum. However, we are always happy to discuss concerns directly and encourage you to contact us so that we can address them fully.

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Orrett

Orrett

Kellie has represented me on numerous occasions, and she is my go-to conveyancer. She and her team are simply fantastic. I will look nowhere else.

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Reviews

4.8 /5 262 Reviews
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Clients praise the firm for strong expertise in conveyancing, probate, wills, LPAs and cross‑border matters, with clear, efficient and thorough technical advice. Reviews highlight prompt, proactive case management, attention to detail and successful outcomes. Valued soft skills include excellent communication, friendliness, professionalism, patience, discretion and a reassuring, supportive manner. Clients emphasise reliability, a ‘can‑do’ attitude, responsiveness and the ability to make complex processes straightforward and stress‑free.

Excellent communication
Highly professional
Friendly staff
Prompt service
Efficient handling
Attention to detail
Helpful advice
Trustworthy team
Good value
Can‑do attitude

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Tony

Family Law

Helen Cojeen family solicitor

Helen has been brilliant all the way through. Excellent communication from the start. She helped me understand what was going on and helped me achieve all the small victories along the way. Highly recommended. 100 percent this is the solicitor to use.

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Many thanks for such a fantastic Review Tony. We welcome all feedback. If we can be of assistance in the future please do get in contact.

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Mrs Anthea Thomas

Wills, Trusts & Probate

Dealing with the will, estate and probate of an elderly Aunt

Marcus Parsons provided an excellent , friendly and timely service. It was a very efficient service, especially considering we were 200 miles away from Ashford in North Somerset

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Daniel Crook

Thank you for providing such a wonderful review Anthea. Such feedback is very important to us. If we can assist in the future with any legal issues please do reach out.

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anonymous

Housing & Property

Very professional and efficient

I have used Kingsford's for house purchases, sales and to make a will. Every encounter I have with the team is pleasant, they explain the processes and communicate brilliantly. I couldn't have asked for better.

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anonymous

Professional service

Excellent service, very helpful and knowledgeable

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Lasting Power of Attorney

Friendly efficient service

I instructed Kingsfords to prepare an LPA and thought them to be Straightforward and professional to deal with

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S C

Housing & Property

A client

We were very with the help, professionalism and efficiency received fir the sale of out late mother's house. Special thanks to Celia Wilcox.

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Thank you very much for your lovely feedback. Much appreciated.

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Kevin Taylor

Wills, Trusts & Probate

Kevin

The care and courtesy that I consistently receive from the staff at the Hythe branch is exemplary. They are exceptionally careful about privacy, friendly and helpful and explain things thoroughly. My most recent encounter has been with regard to the updating of my will. The process was straightforward and hassle free and worth the (very fair) cost incurred. I feel safe and supported in my dealings with these people and trust them implicitly. I speak as a retired senior police officer and a serving local Methodist Church Minister.

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Daniel Crook

Many thanks Kevin for providing such a welcome review. We do appreciate this feedback. Should you have any legal needs in the future please do get in contact.

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Charlotte Spicer

Housing & Property

Charlotte

Our conveyancer, Celia, was absolutely outstanding throughout the purchase of our property. She was consistently prompt, efficient, and highly professional at every stage of the process. Communication was clear and timely, and she ensured that we were kept fully informed and reassured from start to finish. Even when things weren’t straightforward, she helped the sale progress smoothly and managed everything exceptionally well. Her attention to detail and proactive approach made what can often be a stressful experience feel straightforward and well-managed. We are extremely grateful for her expertise and would not hesitate to recommend her services.

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Thank you very much for your kind words Charlotte. That is much appreciated and we are grateful for your recommendation.

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Kerry Dickson

Wills, Trusts & Probate

Kerry

I can highly recommend Kingsfords Solicitors. I have used them on two occasions for probate applications and each time have been very impressed with the efficient, professional and yet personal service I have received. My applications were dealt with by Marcus and Chloe who make an excellent team. They were quick to respond to all of my many queries, showing patience and understanding, and made the entire process stress free.

Thank you very much for your kind review and recommendation. We are delighted to hear that you were pleased with the service you received and that Marcus and Chloe were able to support you through the probate process . We will be sure to pass on your comments to them. Thank you again for taking the time to share your experience.

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Mr Pembroke

Housing & Property

A client

The sale of my property was handled in a professional, thorough & totally competent manner. The service I received was exceptional & I was fully informed of what was happening. I cannot thank you enough. Ian Irvine

Thank you very much for your feedback Ian. We really appreciate you taking the time to let us have your thoughts. All the best.

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