Clarkson Wright & Jakes Ltd

4.8 | 55 Reviews 55 Reviews | Private Client Law

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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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4.8

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55 Reviews

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Communication 4.8/5

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Approachability 4.8/5

Documentation Accuracy 4.8/5

Legal Knowledge 4.8/5

Value for money 4.8/5

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

Local 2 / 8

National 257 / 11,165

Meet the team of Clarkson Wright & Jakes Ltd

154

Amanda Custis

Partner

5.0

Ravinder Barn

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
Saturday	(Closed)
Sunday	(Closed)

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

Clients say

A well-established law firm specialising in conveyancing, wills & probate, family law, employment and notary services. Clients praise clear, prompt communication, technical expertise and efficient, well-organised case management. The team is described as professional, knowledgeable and thorough, providing practical, plain-English guidance. Valued soft skills include empathy, patience, approachability, responsiveness and reliability; clients highlight supportive, respectful handling of sensitive matters and a friendly, reassuring manner that reduces stress and delivers smooth outcomes.

Prompt communication

Clear explanations

Friendly staff

Professional service

Efficient process

Knowledgeable team

Supportive approach

Responsive solicitors

Stress-free experience

Well organised

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.

Solicitors tagged in
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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.

QL

6 Feb 2026

Notary

Professional and approachable

I have used CWJ on two occasions now, an exceptional solicitor in every sense. They were approachable, patient, and took the time to explain things in plain English. I felt supported and reassured throughout the entire process, and their expertise was evident at every stage. Thanks to their dedication and hard work, everything was handled smoothly and efficiently. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them to anyone needing reliable and trustworthy legal advice.

Legal experts tagged in
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Andrew Wright

Alis Ahmedova

Spencer Moyer

09/02/2026

Thank you for taking the time to leave this positive review. We look forward to working with you in the future.

Anonymous

6 Dec 2025

Notary

Top tier lawyers!!

CWJ have been excellent from start to finish, a pleasure to have worked with. Every member of the team I dealt with from reception to partner were all extremely helpful, polite, and professional. They deserve recognition for a trustworthy, knowledgeable, and responsive law firm; highly recommend.

Legal experts tagged in
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Andrew Wright

Claire Schneck

Alis Ahmedova

Carly Johnson

Spencer Moyer

10/12/2025

Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future.

Jamie Mc

27 Nov 2025

Employment

First class advice and service

It’s the second time I’ve used the expert advice of Laura and can’t recommend her and the team enough; first class professional advice, support and service.

Solicitors tagged in
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Laura Claridge

Spencer Moyer

01/12/2025

Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given Laura and look forward to working with you in the future.

Peter Heard

4 Nov 2025

Notary

Brilliant service

The.advice and service we received was absolutely faultless from start to finish. Would highly recommend using this firm.

Solicitors tagged in
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Andrew Wright

Spencer Moyer

19/11/2025

Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future.

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

13 Feb 2025

Family Law

Family

Clarkson Wright & Jakes’ solicitor was very helpful. He talked to me with respect and he was nice and polite. He clearly explained to me what I should expect and what will be the next steps in my case. Highly recommended.

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Keith Doherty

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

13/02/2025

We really appreciate you taking the time to give us feedback. Thank you for choosing to work with Clarkson Wright & Jakes and we hope we can be of assistance in the future.

Clients say

Prompt communication

Clear explanations

Friendly staff

Professional service

Efficient process

Knowledgeable team

Supportive approach

Responsive solicitors

Stress-free experience

Well organised

Rob d’Arville

1 Jun 2026

Above and beyond helpful

Megan and subsequently Andrew were incredibly helpful, patient and professional in dealing with my matter which involved changing circumstances from the other sides solicitors. Megan always kept a can do approach even when goal posts were changed numerous times. I cannot thank Megan and Andrew enough for this help in making a stressful time so easy. Thank you both!

Legal experts tagged in
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Andrew Wright

Megan Robinson

Dave Cuming

26 May 2026

Housing & Property

Working with Leah Noyes

Pleasure working with Leah to sell a family home in Orpington. Living in Australia I relied on prompt & clear communication with Leah - delivered perfectly. It was a seemless experience with CWJ and Leah Noyes. Thanks.

Legal experts tagged in
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Leah Noyes

Mike Franklin

24 May 2026

Notary

Quick and Efficient ID1 Verification

We used this solicitor to complete and countersign our ID1 forms for the Land Registry and were very happy with the service. The appointment was straightforward, everything was explained clearly, and the solicitor was friendly and easy to deal with. The forms were completed quickly and the whole process felt smooth and well organised. Overall, a very positive experience and I’d happily recommend them.

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Andrew Wright

Memorial Medical Centre

22 May 2026

Employment

Employment advise

Always very helpful, nothings too much trouble. Always respond back promptly. Always give good clear guidance. Usually communicate with Laura but have also had support from other members within the team. All the team are approachable and informative. Nice to know they are there for support if needed.

Solicitors tagged in
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Laura Claridge

Faye Shortall

Spencer Moyer

01/06/2026

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

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.

Anonymous

31 May 2026

Wills, Trusts and Probate

Solicitors tagged in
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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.

Solicitors tagged in
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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.

Anonymous

6 May 2026

Wills, Trusts and Probate

Legal experts tagged in
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Victoria Turner

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

07/05/2026

Stephen Banfield

28 Apr 2026

Employment

After having a sudden redundancy foisted upon me, I was recommended to use CWJ for legal assistance. This was great advice, as I was well looked after and properly advised from start to finish. I would certainly use this firm again if the need arose.

Solicitors tagged in
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Faye Shortall

Spencer Moyer

07/05/2026

Thank you for taking the time to leave this positive review. We are pleased that you felt well looked after and properly advised by our team during what we appreciate can be a difficult time. We really appreciate your feedback and would be happy to assist you again in the future, should the need arise.

Anonymous

13 Apr 2026

Wills, Trusts & Probate

Wills, Trusts and Probate

Solicitors tagged in
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Grace Clarke

Spencer Moyer

13/04/2026

Thank you for taking the time to leave this positive review. We are glad to hear that you are happy with the service that you received. We look forward to working with you in the future.

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