Clarkson Wright & Jakes Ltd

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Valiant House, 12 Knoll Rise, Orpington, Kent, BR6 0PG

01689 887 887

Accepting new clients

Regulated by:

The Solicitors Regulation Authority

Regulator ID: 558946

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4.4

Excellent

21 Reviews

Value for
Money

4% above

national average

Success
Rate

4% above

national average

Would
Recommend

9% above

national average

Communication 4.4/5

Initial Impressions 4.5/5

Approachability 4.5/5

Documentation Accuracy 4.4/5

Legal Knowledge 4.4/5

Value for money 4.3/5

Accreditations

Personal Injury

Our Personal Injury Accreditation is the quality mark for legal experts that shows a law firm has special expertise in handling personal injury cases. These are legal cases where someone has been injured, whether physically or emotionally, and is seeking compensation.

Clinical Negligence

Our Clinical Negligence Accreditation is the quality mark for legal experts who can help when a healthcare professional (for example a doctor, surgeon, nurse, therapist, or dentist) has provided care that was below an acceptable standard.

Lexcel - excellence in legal practice management and client care

Law firms that have our Lexcel Accreditation must follow rules and guidelines that help raise standards and promote a high-quality approach to practice management and client care. The Lexcel quality mark gives you peace of mind when choosing a provider of legal services.

Family Law

Our Family Law and Family Law Advanced Accreditations are the quality marks for family lawyers. Our accredited family lawyers are experts who can give you legal advice on issues such as:

marriage
separation
divorce
arrangements for children
adoption

They understand that family issues can be personal and sometimes difficult. They’re committed to dealing with each case thoughtfully and sensitively.

The Law Society

Our vision is to promote, protect and support solicitors, the rule of law and justice in England and Wales. The Law Society is the professional body for solicitors and a place where you can connect, grow and thrive. We're here to support you at every stage of your career, from qualification through to retirement, and to advocate on the issues solicitors have told us matter most.

Conveyancing Quality Scheme

Our Conveyancing Quality Scheme Accreditation is the quality mark for legal experts that shows a law firm is highly skilled and trustworthy when it comes to handling property transactions, such as buying or selling homes.

Description

CWJ is an award winning regional firm of Solicitors based in Orpington, Kent serving private individuals, businesses and organisations. With commercial clients ranging in size from sole traders to large public companies and other institutions such as charities and medical practices, we have accumulated extensive experience of the legal issues faced by businesses and other organisations.

Rankings by area of expertise

Personal Injury 1 / 4

Local 2 / 8

Personal Injury 168 / 2,653

National 257 / 11,165

Meet the team of Clarkson Wright & Jakes Ltd

Sarmad Gassoub

Senior Lawyer

5.0

Alexander Wormald

Partner and Head of Personal Injury

5.0

Michelle Easton

Partner

0.0

Tamara Clary

Senior Lawyer

5.0

Megan Hill-Dillon

Legal Assistant

0.0

Stephanie Clark

Senior Lawyer

0.0

Kate Horley

Senior Lawyer

0.0

Josephine Bowman

Senior Lawyer

0.0

Contact details

01689 887 887

cwj@cwj.co.uk

https://www.cwj.co.uk

Opening hours

Monday	09:00–17:45
Tuesday	09:00–17:45
Wednesday	09:00–17:45
Thursday	09:00–17:45
Friday	09:00–17:45	(Open)
Saturday	(Closed)
Sunday	(Closed)

Valiant House, 12 Knoll Rise, Orpington, Kent, BR6 0PG

Clients say

The firm specialises in family, conveyancing, probate, notary and employment matters, with strong expertise in wills, property sales/remortgages, settlement agreements and court representation. Clients praise clear, prompt communication, practical explanations and reliable case management. Valued soft skills include professionalism, empathy, patience, responsiveness and reassurance during stressful situations, plus a friendly, approachable manner and efficiency that makes complex processes feel manageable.

Excellent communication

Prompt responses

Professional service

Knowledgeable staff

Supportive approach

Efficient process

Friendly team

Clear guidance

Stress-free handling

Highly recommended

Andrew south

19 May 2026

Clinical Negligence

Clinical Negligence claim

From the moment of contacting Sarmad him and his colleagues have been very professional. This was a very personal case and I was treated with great respect and care from start to finish. All information given was helpful and consultations were very good.

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Sarmad Gassoub

Spencer Moyer

01/06/2026

Thank you for taking the time to leave this positive review. We are pleased that Sarmad was able to assist you and that you were pleased with the service you received. We appreciate your feedback.

Clulow

14 May 2026

Notary

LL registration form

I have nothing but good things to say about my experience with CWJ. I contacted the business with very little knowledge about how to solve my issue. However I spoke to CWJ and they were nothing but helpful and informative. Megan Robinson was particularly useful and has been great throughout, always helpful and provided me with the correct information and advice. My solicitor Andrew Wright was also most helpful and professional. Would highly recommend CWJ. Thank you very much.

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Andrew Wright

Spencer Moyer

01/06/2026

Thank you for taking the time to leave this positive review. We are pleased that Megan and Andrew were able to assist you and that you were pleased with the service you received. We appreciate your feedback.

Anonymous

11 Mar 2026

Housing & Property

Transfer of Equity

Extremely professional, friendly, helpful and easy to talk to. Reacted promptly to emails.

Legal experts tagged in
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Carly Johnson

Spencer Moyer

20/03/2026

Thank you for your kind review. We are delighted to hear that you found our team professional, friendly and helpful, and that communication was prompt throughout. Your feedback is greatly appreciated.

Kate Wright

17 Apr 2025

Clinical Negligence

Damage claims review

Alexander Wormald showed care, compassion, expertise and helped me with my claim. He guided me through every step of the way in a professional and caring way manner yet showed understanding and always gave good advice when needed. I would highly recommend Alex. I have clicked the boxes below based on my experience with Alexander Wormald and not other members of CWJ.

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Alexander Wormald

A representative from Clarkson Wright & Jakes Ltd responded to this review

24/04/2025

Thank you for your positive feedback. We're pleased we could help.

FRANCESCA

4 Mar 2025

Personal Injury

Personal Injury Claim, Outstanding Service ,Highly Recommended!

I cannot thank Alex Wormald at Clarkson Wright & Jakes, enough for the exceptional service provided throughout my personal injury claim. As a foreigner, I initially felt nervous and uncertain about the legal process, but their team made me feel understood and supported every step of the way. They took the time to listen to my situation, patiently addressing my concerns, and helping me navigate through the complexities of the claim. What stood out most to me was how they helped me communicate my story in a way that truly reflected my experience. Their professionalism, empathy, and dedication were evident throughout, and I felt confident in their ability to advocate for me especially in that difficult moment. I highly recommend Alex Wormald and the team at Clarkson Wright & Jakes to anyone in need of legal assistance, they provide outstanding service and truly care about their clients.

Solicitors tagged in
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Alexander Wormald

Spencer Moyer

07/03/2025

Thank you for taking the time to write this review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given Alex and the Personal Injury & Medical Negligence team. We very much look forward to working with you in the future.

Francesca D

22 Apr 2024

Personal Injury

Personal Injury / Insurance

I had the privilege of Alex managing my personal injury case, and I cannot express enough gratitude for his exceptional service. From our initial consultation to the successful resolution of my case, Alex demonstrated unwavering professionalism, dedication, and expertise. Throughout the process, Alex meticulously navigated the complexities of my case with a keen attention to detail. His thorough understanding of personal injury law and his strategic approach ensured that every aspect of my case was thoroughly addressed. What truly sets CWJ apart is their genuine commitment to their clients. Alex took the time to listen to my concerns, patiently answered all my questions, and provided clear and concise explanations every step of the way. His ability to communicate complex legal concepts in a manner that was easy to understand even to me as a foreigner was truly invaluable. Moreover, Alex's unwavering dedication to advocating for my best interests was evident in his tireless efforts to pursue the compensation I deserved. In addition to his professional prowess, Alex's compassionate demeanor made a challenging process more manageable. He provided constant support and reassurance, ensuring that I felt empowered and informed throughout the entirety of my case. In conclusion, I cannot recommend Alex and the team at CWJ highly enough for anyone in need of legal representation for a personal injury case. Alex exemplary professionalism, expertise and dedication make him an invaluable asset, and I am truly grateful for his time, effort, and hard work. Thank you, Alex, I will be forever grateful for yours, and your team exceptional service and for helping me achieve a favourable resolution to my case.

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Alexander Wormald

Spencer Moyer

22/04/2024

Thank you very much for taking the time to leave Alex this feedback. We're pleased that we could assist you.

Anonymous

15 Apr 2024

Clinical Negligence

Personal Injury / Insurance

I would be confident in recommending CWJ and Alex Wormald to anybody seeking advice in medical negligence cases. their help and advice throughout a stressful time was much appreciated.

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Alexander Wormald

A representative from Clarkson Wright & Jakes Ltd responded to this review

15/04/2024

Thank you very much for taking the time to leave Alex this feedback. We're pleased that we could assist you.

Tracey Harvey

12 Jun 2023

Personal Injury / Insurance

I found the whole process in dealing with Kate at CWJ very easy and the communication from my solicitor was excellent and easy to understand.

A representative from Clarkson Wright & Jakes Ltd responded to this review

14/06/2023

Thank you for your response. We will pass on you positive feedback to Kate.

David Freeman

12 Jun 2023

Personal Injury / Insurance

Kate was very professional through out but more than this she showed extreme sensitivity and compassion with a case that was more than just a personal and private issue, Kate was always there and answered all my questions with a true professionalism that showed she understood my poor understanding of all legal terms, Thank You so much Kate.

A representative from Clarkson Wright & Jakes Ltd responded to this review

12/06/2023

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us this positive feedback. Kate and the team were pleased to support you with this matter.

Anonymous

22 Jul 2021

Litigation / Dispute Resolution

I trust the above responses are self-explanatory

Solicitors tagged in
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Emily Carey

Clients say

Excellent communication

Prompt responses

Professional service

Knowledgeable staff

Supportive approach

Efficient process

Friendly team

Clear guidance

Stress-free handling

Highly recommended

Anonymous

16 Jun 2026

Amazing

All staff were so lovely, professional and helpful.

Legal experts tagged in
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Andrew Wright

Megan Robinson

Anonymous

16 Jun 2026

Employment

HR ADVICE

Excellent support through a tricky situation with a staff member on long term sick. Advice was clear and concise and helped me manage the process perfectly.

Solicitors tagged in
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Laura Claridge

Maria T.

8 Jun 2026

Notary

Great service

Provided notarial service in a professional and timely manner.

Solicitors tagged in
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Andrew Wright

Ebenezer

6 Jun 2026

Lasting Power of Attorney

I was on search for a document of mine to be signed and stamped. I spoke with Andrew just under a year ago about signing these documents. However I lost his number and some way somehow through another solicitor firm I managed to find Andrew again as the firm recommended me Andrew business card I recognised the number. We picked up from where we left off, his secretary booked me in with an appointment and everything went extremely smooth which I was pleased with.

Legal experts tagged in
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Andrew Wright

Megan Robinson

Anonymous

5 Jun 2026

Sale & Lease Extension

Carly was very helpful and professional. I can honestly say I will come back to CWJ should I need to in the future. I will recommend Carly to my friends and family. Thank you Carly and CWJ.

Legal experts tagged in
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Carly Johnson

Sarah

10 Jun 2026

Family

I would highly recommend Alison for her outstanding support during my divorce proceedings. She handled my case in a highly professional and expert manner from start to finish, always making me feel that everything was under control and being managed effectively. Alison's communication was excellent throughout the process and she responded promptly to any queries and kept me informed with regular correspondence, which provided great reassurance during what could be a stressful time. Alison's knowledge, professionalism and supportive approach made a difficult situation much easier to navigate. I would not hesitate to recommend Alison to anyone seeking a skilled an reliable solicitor.

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Alison Hall

Anonymous

9 Jun 2026

Family

I recently used this firm to handle my deed of separation, which began as a cohabitation agreement. From start to finish, I felt in very safe hands. Every query I had was answered clearly and thoroughly and I was always pointed in the right direction. The service was quick and efficient, the advice was sound, and, most importantly, I felt genuinely reassured throughout the whole process. The support I received made what could have been a stressful experience feel much more manageable. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend.

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Alison Hall

Sue C

5 Jun 2026

Residential Property/Conveyancing

The property matter was dealt with very efficiently and I was kept apprised of the situation at each step of the process.

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Karthiga Sangaralingam

Anonymous

31 May 2026

Wills, Trusts and Probate

In seeking professional legal advice regarding complicated issues, it was important to me to have such complications clearly explained in a manner which I could grasp and therefore be able to make an informed decision. Grace Clarke was able to do this which gave me confidence in her abilities.

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Grace Clarke

Simon Gleeson

21 May 2026

Employment

The support I received from both Faye and Julia was excellent. Faye explained the terms of my Settlement Agreement clearly and concisely and took time to answer my questions.

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Faye Shortall

Spencer Moyer

01/06/2026

Thank you for taking the time to leave this positive review. We are pleased that Laura and Faye were able to assist you and that you were happy with the service you received. We appreciate your feedback.

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