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42 Windmill Street, Gravesend, Kent, DA12 1BA

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Manak Solicitors Review Scores & Client Satisfaction Overview

4.9
Excellent
95%+
Value for
Money
95%+
Success
Rate
95%+
Would
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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 4.8/5

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Family Law Advanced accreditation awarded to Manak Solicitors
Lexcel - excellence in legal practice management and client care accreditation awarded to Manak Solicitors
Immigration and Asylum accreditation awarded to Manak Solicitors

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Manak Solicitors take great pride in serving people around Kent. Our multi-accredited team of solicitors strive to make your life that little bit simpler. Law is a people-focused business and we’re in this line of work to give you unwavering support and ensure your best possible outcome with the least amount of fuss. We don’t take our expertise for granted, which is why we approach every case individually with fresh insights, an empathetic ear and without any obtuse jargon – just honest advice to help you make sense of your situation.

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Manak Solicitors Review Scores & Client Satisfaction Overview

4.9
Excellent
95%+
Value for
Money
14% above
national average
95%+
Success
Rate
15% above
national average
95%+
Would
Recommend
16% above
national average
Communication 4.8/5
Initial Impressions 4.8/5
Approachability 4.8/5
Documentation Accuracy 4.8/5
Legal Knowledge 4.9/5
Value for money 4.8/5

Accreditations

Manak Solicitors are accredited by

Family Law Advanced accreditation awarded to Manak Solicitors
Lexcel - excellence in legal practice management and client care accreditation awarded to Manak Solicitors
Immigration and Asylum accreditation awarded to Manak Solicitors

Description

Manak Solicitors take great pride in serving people around Kent. Our multi-accredited team of solicitors strive to make your life that little bit simpler. Law is a people-focused business and we’re in this line of work to give you unwavering support and ensure your best possible outcome with the least amount of fuss. We don’t take our expertise for granted, which is why we approach every case individually with fresh insights, an empathetic ear and without any obtuse jargon – just honest advice to help you make sense of your situation.

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The rankings below show the areas of expertise that Manak Solicitors 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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Opening hours

Monday 09:00–17:30
Tuesday 09:00–17:30
Wednesday 09:00–17:30
Thursday 09:00–17:30
Friday 09:00–17:30
Saturday (Closed)
Sunday (Closed)

42 Windmill Street, Gravesend, Kent, DA12 1BA

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4.9 /5 33 Reviews
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What clients say about Manak Solicitors

Clients praise the firm for expertise in fare‑evasion and railway prosecution defence, conveyancing, family law, redundancy/settlement and immigration matters. Reviewers highlight clear, pragmatic legal knowledge, rapid and effective case handling, strong negotiation skills and successful outcomes (often avoiding prosecution or court). Valued soft skills include professionalism, empathy, calm reassurance, honesty and clear communication, plus responsiveness, patience and thoroughness. Clients also note good value, fixed fees where offered, and a client‑focused, supportive approach that reduces stress during difficult situations.

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Michael

Housing & Property

Faultless sale

Approached Manak Solicitors as they have recently taken on another firm who is handling a probate matter for me. It seemed sensible to also use them to sell a house that formed part of the estate. They were professional from the outset. Excellent service from Lorna, Rebecca and George who handled this case. There was much correspondence between them and the sellers solicitors which was handled well. In many cases when I thought that things had stalled, they were quietly getting on with the job. Recommended.

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Thank you very much for your wonderful review, Michael. We are delighted to hear that you found our team professional and responsive throughout the sale of the property. If you need any further assistance with any other legal matter, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

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anonymous

Wills, Trusts & Probate

Will service

Helpful and friendly team, good communication throughout and professional advice .

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Thank you for your feedback. We're delighted to hear that you found our team helpful and friendly, with good communication and professional advice throughout the process.

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Many thanks

We have used Manak in conveyancing. Placing the house in joint names and will writing services over the last few years. We received excellent service from the respective solicitors and paralegals on all occasions. A top class service.

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Hardip

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Excellent service

I can’t thank Simran and Davina and all staff at Manak solicitors gravesend branch. Promptly replies to any inquiries and got through phone call straight away and the whole experience of my purchase through them as been nothing less then excellent. Would recommend them to all my family and friends and will use their service in the future too Thank you

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Thank you for your wonderful review, Hardip. We're so grateful for your kind words and pleased that Simran, Davina and the rest of the team provided prompt, helpful service throughout your purchase. It means a lot that you’d recommend us to family and friends and will use our services again in the future. We appreciate your trust and look forward to assisting you again. Thank you!

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Housing & Property

Acted on the probate sale of my parents house

Whole process went smoothly and good flow of information.

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Thank you for your feedback, Steve. We’re glad to hear that the process went smoothly and that you found the flow of information clear and helpful. Your comments are much appreciated. Kind regards, Manak Solicitors

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Gurinder Singh

Gurinder

We recently had the pleasure of working with Simran Bahia at Manak Solicitors in Gravesend, who assisted my elderly parents with the conveyancing of their new bungalow. From start to finish, Simran provided an exceptional level of service that truly made a potentially stressful process feel smooth, clear, and manageable. Her patience and clarity in explaining every stage of the conveyancing process were especially appreciated. She took the time to ensure we fully understood what was happening at each step, which meant a great deal to my parents — particularly as English is not their first language. Her ability to communicate matters in a simple and reassuring way was invaluable. Simran was also incredibly thorough in conducting all the necessary enquiries and searches. At the same time, she worked efficiently to ensure everything progressed in a timely manner, always maintaining the highest level of professionalism and dedication to completing the purchase as quickly as possible. One of the standout aspects of her service was her consistent communication. Her regular updates and clear, concise explanations gave my parents great peace of mind throughout the entire process. We always felt informed and supported. Above all, her advice during a particularly challenging period—when my parents had to travel abroad towards the closure of the purchase—was beyond reassuring. She handled everything with such care and expertise that we felt completely confident the matter was in safe hands. Her guidance during this time was truly invaluable, and we cannot thank her enough. Manak Solicitors came highly recommended to us, particularly by our estate agents, and we can confidently say that their glowing reputation is absolutely deserved. Simran’s professionalism, kindness, and dedication reflect the very best of the firm. We cannot recommend Manak Solicitors highly enough—especially Simran Bahia. We wish her and the entire team continued success in the future.

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Gurinder, thank you for your review. We’re pleased to hear Simran provided such patient, clear and thorough support throughout your parents’ conveyancing.

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Peter

Recently required our will re writing and bringing up to date .we Met Fiona who had been recommended to us by several people .The whole process was explained to us in a very easy to understand way, with some recommendations for items we hadn’t thought of .We left Fiona’s office knowing we were in good hands ,I will have no hesitation in recommending Fiona and Manak Solicitors to any one who wants legal assistance and advice ,our meetings were very informal but very professional.Thank you .Peter &Ann Gregory

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GOOD TO KNOW. PENNY PINCHING EXSPENSIVE MISTAKE We are almost 80 years of age and have a pending inheritance of almost 4 million pounds. Our personal assets are at least 3 million. I called Manak Solicitors Orpington on 19 November 2024 at 14.02 and spoke to a lady to arranged a brief introductionary chat to discuss probate of the deceased,his wifes unfinished probate plus wills, trusts, LPA and future probate for us. I was advised 30 minutes would cost 150 pounds plus I presume vat. I hesitated and was advised in a no uncertain manner that everyone charges now. I contacted Kings Court Trust, they sent a rep to OUR HOUSE FREE. We instructed them. UPDATE, BELOW IS THERE REPLY TO MY REVIEW ON TRUSTPILOT Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback regarding your recent enquiry with us. We note that your comments reflect your experience of a preliminary telephone inquiry and not of our services or the experience of instructing us / meeting with one of our fully qualified and accredited Solicitors. At Manak Solicitors, we strive to provide high-quality, personalised legal advice. Our initial consultations are designed to give potential clients direct access to a qualified Solicitor who can provide expert, actionable guidance tailored to their specific needs. Our fee of £150 (plus VAT) for a 30-minute consultation reflects the professionalism, expertise, and depth of knowledge our Solicitors bring to each matter. We believe this offers excellent value for the high standard of service we provide. While we respect your decision to explore alternative options, we hope you appreciate that our pricing structure ensures we can continue to deliver the outstanding service our clients expect and deserve. Should you ever wish to revisit our services in the future, we would be pleased to provide the expert and comprehensive legal support for which we are known. We wish you all the best in resolving your current matters MY REPLY TO THERE POST Thanks for your comprehensive flowery indepth reply but i believe you have managed to certainly not enchanced your professions dubious fee charging reputation. Firstly you have insulted me to believe I'm nieve and stupid enough to believe this unjustified bull s, do you treat all your clients like this? I suggest the person who wrote this pathetic reply should be severely reprimanded Which world do you live in, you would moan at a fiver for cup of coffee but feel quite justified to charge me 300 pounds an hour to introduce me to your business. Talk about added value, i cant imagine the penny pinching extras that also may be added to a case. What makes your profession so different to any other skilled job justifying taking these outrageous liberties? Non i repeat non of the work i required was in any way specialised, some if not all i can do myself if i wanted, its run of the mill  lpa. trusts and probates which should come as second nature to you. I cant fix a car but local a mechanic can but they dont take me to ransom. No wonder the boss had a new Aston Martin

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Jane

I phoned about 10 solicitors in East Sussex and Kent to get a Statutory Declaration signed and Manak Solicitors were the only solicitors willing and able to do it. Excellent service, and extremely professional . Thank you Jas 🙏

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Lorna

I used Manak Solicitors to obtain probate for me after the death of my father. Nosheen was very efficient, and true to her word arranged everything within 4 weeks. Excellent service.

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Thank you for your wonderful review! It’s always lovely to hear praise for our hardworking team, and we are delighted to pass along your kind comments to Nosheen. At Manak Solicitors, we strive to deliver outstanding service, and we're glad to see those efforts helped your experience. Thank you again for choosing us!

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Clients praise the firm for expertise in fare‑evasion and railway prosecution defence, conveyancing, family law, redundancy/settlement and immigration matters. Reviewers highlight clear, pragmatic legal knowledge, rapid and effective case handling, strong negotiation skills and successful outcomes (often avoiding prosecution or court). Valued soft skills include professionalism, empathy, calm reassurance, honesty and clear communication, plus responsiveness, patience and thoroughness. Clients also note good value, fixed fees where offered, and a client‑focused, supportive approach that reduces stress during difficult situations.

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Ahmed

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Out-of-court settlement for fare evasion

The case was fare advanced, single justice procedure notice was served but Samir was fantastic and settled the case out of court, with no conviction or criminal record on DBS. Thank you Samir and Manak Solicitors!!!

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Samir Moftah

Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to leave this feedback. I am very pleased we were able to help and that your matter has been resolved. If you ever need any further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us directly.

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Very helpful against fare evasion

I was facing prosecution from TfL for pass misuse. Samir consulted me and helped me realise that I had mitigating circumstances that I did not even realise, and used this to draft up an amazing and thoroughly detailed response letter that ended up having me receive only a warning. This has been amazing for me as a criminal record will have been detrimental to my career. Thank you Samir!

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Samir Moftah

Thank you so much for your kind words. I’m grateful for the trust you placed in me, and I’m pleased your TFL case was resolved with a warning. Every case turns on its own facts, and I’m glad we were able to present your mitigating circumstances clearly. I wish you all the very best for your career. If you ever need assistance again, please do get in touch.

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Arturas

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Affordable and clearly an expert of his area

Samir Moftah defended me against a train operating company which, in response to a period of fare evasion, treated every single journey I made for many years as an offence based only on the fact that tickets existed. Samir was professional and empathetic in his approach, helped me gather my evidence with the necessary structure and negotiated on my behalf. As a result he reduced the settlement demand from $12.2K to £1.3K, which was beyond what I could imagine even in a best case scenario. On top of that, the cost of his work was fixed and really affordable. Especially compared with other solicitors I reached out to, where it seemed that I would end up paying them more than the original demand was before they would even finish negotiating. Very highly recommended.

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Samir Moftah

Arturas, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. I am very pleased to have been able to help and I appreciate your kind words. I always aim to provide clear, straightforward advice with empathy, and to work towards fair and proportionate outcomes for clients. Your review means a great deal and encourages that approach. If you need anything further, or if any questions arise in future, please feel free to get in touch with me directly. Wishing you all the best, and thank you again for your trust.

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Alison

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Excellent service

Duygu was a pleasure to deal with so friendly and very helpful so a big thank you

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Dear Alison. Thank you for your kind feedback. We’re delighted to hear that Duygu was so friendly and helpful throughout. Your thanks are greatly appreciated.

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Anonymous

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TFL Fare evasion case

I intentionally avoided paying my fare on TfL. Not a tap mistake, not a technical glitch – I knew exactly what I was doing. Got caught, got reported, and received the dreaded prosecution letter. I fully expected a criminal record. Then I hired Manak Samir incredibly professional. He didn't judge me once – not a lecture, not a sigh. He just got to work. And he knows every single rule. The one thing you need to do is trust him - because he knows his stuff He's expensive but follow his guidance because it can be worth its. But here's what he pulled off: a formal warning. No fine. No criminal record. No settlement fee. Just a warning letter.

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Samir Moftah

Thank you for taking the time to leave such a generous review. I am grateful for your kind words about my approach and professionalism. I am pleased you felt supported throughout. I strive to be non‑judgemental, clear and client‑focused, and to guide clients through the process with practical advice. Every case turns on its own facts and I work to maximise the potential for a warning in a case; I am glad you were satisfied with the service you received. If you need anything further, please feel free to contact me directly.

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Dear Daniel. Thank you for your five-star review.

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Raj Kaur

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I cannot thank Adella Thomas, Baldip, and the whole team at Manak Solicitors enough for everything they have done for me over the last 5 years. Family proceedings are emotionally exhausting and at times overwhelming, and there were many moments where I felt stressed, anxious and unsure about what the future would look like. Throughout it all, Adella showed professionalism, patience, compassion and incredible dedication. What impressed me most was that I never felt like just another client. Adella always took the time to explain things clearly, guide me through difficult decisions and support me during some of the hardest periods of my life. She consistently went above and beyond and exceeded my expectations. I would also like to thank Baldip, who represented me as my barrister. His professionalism, preparation and guidance throughout the proceedings gave me confidence during a very stressful process. Having strong representation at such an important stage made a real difference and I truly appreciated his support and commitment. No matter how complex or stressful matters became, I always felt that the team genuinely cared and wanted the best possible outcome for me and my family. Their hard work, attention to detail and commitment never went unnoticed. I’m truly grateful not only to Adella and Baldip, but to the wider team at Manak Solicitors for standing by me through a very long journey and helping me reach the finish line. I would wholeheartedly recommend Adella Thomas, Baldip, and Manak Solicitors to anyone needing legal support. Thank you all for everything

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Thank you, Raj, for your feedback. We’re truly pleased to hear that Adella Thomas, Baldip, and the wider team have supported you over the past five years. It’s clear this has been a very emotional and challenging time, and we’re glad to know you felt reassured by their compassion and dedication throughout your family proceedings. Your kind words are greatly appreciated.

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I’m writing this review because I too would appreciate an honest and raw review, and I want to help others. I was dealing with a TFL case which was incredibly stressful. I came across Samir; Manak Solicitors. Initially, I had seen good reviews but in hindsight, I was in such a vulnerable position that I didn’t want to dig further and I just wanted my case to be over with. Of course later on, when I did more digging around which I really recommend in doing, I found ALL the reviews very beneficial. I called Samir to book a consultation and it was a two minute call (I kid you not, literally two minutes; I had gone back to check because it felt so wrong). Samir on the call sounded very unbothered, not empathetic, and very cold. He told me that he’ll send me a link to pay him £200 for the consultation and that we will have a mental health approach… I also thought that was odd because it felt like he was reading off a script and most probably used that exact approach to many others. I paid the £200. Organised a date and time for the consultation. I specifically asked if I needed to bring/ do anything to prepare for the consultation and Samir had said no. When it came to the consultation, the whole thing felt rushed which was diabolical because I had paid him for my services. I felt like I was wasting Samir’s time. I felt like he was fed up. When I would ask questions, he looked as if he wanted me to leave the room. He just felt very agitated and annoyed I was there in the first place. Samir had asked me to go through my paperwork and highlight things. Because of his whole demeanour, (I have mentioned above) I felt under pressure and couldn’t concentrate. It annoyed me because I had asked him before if I needed to prepare anything beforehand and he said no. Had I have known to highlight things, I would’ve done that before and felt more prepared in the consultation… When I was taking notes, I felt like he was judging my note taking when mind you, considering my career and years of dedicating my life to education, I know very well how to take notes. Again, he was cold and I felt like I was just another number added to his client list. The action plan after the consultation was to gather mitigations to put forward to my case. I still felt off vibes and I just wasn’t confident that he would win my case. At this point, I still was doing research and hadn’t paid Samir further to have him represent me. Some time later, I felt like Samir was very unorganised and I didn’t feel like he even cared about my case at all. I was completely thrown off. I ended up not continuing with Samir and I am so thankful that I didn’t. I don’t recommend him at all.

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Thank you for providing your feedback. We are genuinely sorry to hear that your experience with our firm did not meet the high standards of service and empathy we strive to provide, especially given the stressful nature of TFL cases. We take your comments regarding the consultation process and our communication style very seriously. It is always our goal to ensure our clients feel heard, supported, and fully prepared. Your feedback concerning the pre-consultation instructions and the atmosphere of your meeting has been noted and will be addressed internally to improve our client experience. While we regret that we were not the right fit for your representation, we appreciate you bringing these matters to our attention. We wish you the best of luck with the resolution of your legal matter.

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Simran Jandu

Simran

We had a truly seamless experience with Manak Solicitors during the purchase of our house. They were attentive, responsive, helpful and incredibly professional throughout the process, which is not something you hear often during the property purchase experience! We cannot thank Duygu and Arjan enough for their service. Duygu was especially prompt and helpful, always one step ahead and helped us complete in a very impressive time frame. Thank you all! Simran & Nav

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Gulmohammad

I had a fantastic experience with Mr Vijay Payerda and Abdul Nishat interpreter at Wimbledon Solicitors. From start to finish, he was professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly supportive. He took the time to explain everything clearly and kept me informed at every stage, which really put my mind at ease. His attention to detail and dedication made what could have been a stressful process feel smooth and straightforward. I couldn’t be happier with the service I received and would highly recommend Mr Vijay at Wimbledon Solicitors Tooting Branch to anyone looking for reliable and efficient legal support. Kind regards Gul Mohammad Azizi

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Thank you for your high recommendation! We are thrilled to hear that Vijay and Abdul provided such professional and supportive service. It is great to know that their clear communication and attention to detail helped make the process feel straightforward for you. We will be sure to pass your kind regards on to the team at our Tooting Branch.

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