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The Red House, 50 High Street, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN13 1JL

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The Red House, 50 High Street, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN13 1JL

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Knocker & Foskett Review Scores & Client Satisfaction Overview

5.0
Excellent
95%+
Value for
Money
95%+
Success
Rate
95%+
Would
Recommend
Communication 5.0/5
Initial Impressions 4.9/5
Approachability 5.0/5
Documentation Accuracy 5.0/5
Legal Knowledge 5.0/5
Value for money 4.9/5

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Knocker & Foskett are accredited by

Lexcel - excellence in legal practice management and client care accreditation awarded to Knocker & Foskett
Resolution Logo accreditation awarded to Knocker & Foskett
The Law Society accreditation awarded to Knocker & Foskett

Description

We are one of the longest established Kent solicitors and the largest law firm in Sevenoaks, providing first class legal advice since 1730. Our philosophy is to offer "City quality" advice delivered in plain English without the associated "City cost". The expertise of our firm encompasses; company and commercial, litigation, matrimonial, personal injury, property & conveyancing, will writing, tax, probate and employment work in Kent. We have both commercial and private clients, who appreciate the personal level of attention combined with the highest standards of professionalism and efficiency that we offer. Consequently the lawyers and solicitors in the firm enjoy an outstanding reputation in the local and wider Kent business and professional community.

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Knocker & Foskett Review Scores & Client Satisfaction Overview

4.9
Excellent
95%+
Value for
Money
13% above
national average
95%+
Success
Rate
15% above
national average
95%+
Would
Recommend
16% above
national average
Communication 4.9/5
Initial Impressions 4.9/5
Approachability 4.9/5
Documentation Accuracy 4.9/5
Legal Knowledge 4.9/5
Value for money 4.8/5

Accreditations

Knocker & Foskett are accredited by

Lexcel - excellence in legal practice management and client care accreditation awarded to Knocker & Foskett
Resolution Logo accreditation awarded to Knocker & Foskett
The Law Society accreditation awarded to Knocker & Foskett

Description

We are one of the longest established Kent solicitors and the largest law firm in Sevenoaks, providing first class legal advice since 1730. Our philosophy is to offer "City quality" advice delivered in plain English without the associated "City cost". The expertise of our firm encompasses; company and commercial, litigation, matrimonial, personal injury, property & conveyancing, will writing, tax, probate and employment work in Kent. We have both commercial and private clients, who appreciate the personal level of attention combined with the highest standards of professionalism and efficiency that we offer. Consequently the lawyers and solicitors in the firm enjoy an outstanding reputation in the local and wider Kent business and professional community.

Rankings by area of expertise

The rankings below show the areas of expertise that Knocker & Foskett 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)

The Red House, 50 High Street, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN13 1JL

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5.0 /5 28 Reviews
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What clients say about Knocker & Foskett

The firm specialises in employment law and property conveyancing, with clear expertise in redundancy, discrimination, whistleblowing, settlements, and residential transactions. Clients praise strong technical competence, commercial judgment and practical problem‑solving. Valued soft skills include clear communication, responsiveness, empathy, calmness under pressure, patience and professionalism; clients feel supported, well informed and reassured throughout stressful or complex matters.

excellent service
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clear communication
very responsive
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empathetic approach
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Redundancy Settlement Agreement

Chris Hugo provided excellent service and advice.

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Excellent Professional Service

Excellent service received from Chris - I had an urgent employment issue which needed quick resolution. Chris understood the brief, and managed to exceed timeline expectations to bring the matter to a satisfactory close. He is calm and measured, and clearly an expert in his field. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Chris.

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Fair Settlement

I was wrongly dismissed which was very upsetting. Chris Hugo gave me excellent advice and helped me exit with a fair settlement. It was good to have him on my side during a very difficult time.

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Professional and friendly

I appreciated Chris' logical but friendly approach. He helped me conclude the process efficiently while still paying attention to the detail - it provided reassurance during what could have been a difficult time.

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Settlement Agreement

From the outset Chris was approachable, extremely helpful and guided me through a difficult process. Chris took the time to listen as well as provide expert advice regarding a settlement agreement. The whole process was dealt with in a timely and professional manner.

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4.9 /5 178 Reviews
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The firm specialises in employment law and property conveyancing, with clear expertise in redundancy, discrimination, whistleblowing, settlements, and residential transactions. Clients praise strong technical competence, commercial judgment and practical problem‑solving. Valued soft skills include clear communication, responsiveness, empathy, calmness under pressure, patience and professionalism; clients feel supported, well informed and reassured throughout stressful or complex matters.

excellent service
highly experienced
clear communication
very responsive
practical strategy
empathetic approach
efficient handling
good value
successful outcomes
professional support

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Darren Waitson

Very poor experience

I would strongly advise prospective clients to exercise caution before instructing this firm. In my experience, additional work was carried out without my authorisation, resulting in unexpected costs. When I raised concerns about this, rather than addressing the issues constructively, I received threats of legal action from Chris Hugo, a Partner at the firm. I found this approach to be intimidating, unprofessional, and wholly inappropriate in the context of a solicitor-client relationship. I instructed this firm in good faith and expected transparency, clear communication, and a professional response to legitimate concerns. Unfortunately, that was not my experience. Based on my experience, I would not use this firm again and would recommend that anyone seeking professional, client-focused legal representation considers alternative solicitors.

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Redundancy Settlement Agreement

Chris Hugo provided excellent service and advice.

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Employment Advice - Settlement Agreement

I engaged Knocker & Foskett for their services following a recommendation from a friend, I received excellent service from Chris Hugo, the service was also very good value. I would highly recommend Knocker & Foskett.

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Outstanding Employment Lawyer – Experienced, Strategic and Supportive

I instructed Chris in relation to a complex employment dispute involving redundancy, discrimination and whistleblowing issues. From our first meeting, it was clear that he is a highly experienced employment lawyer with an excellent ability to identify the key legal issues and develop a practical strategy. One of the things that impressed me most was his ability to spot important aspects of my case that I had not fully appreciated myself. For example, Chris was able to identify the potential whistleblowing elements and explain how they fitted into the wider legal picture. His advice was thoughtful, commercially realistic and always focused on the strongest points of the case. Throughout the process, Chris was kind, patient and empathetic. Employment disputes can be extremely stressful, particularly when health issues are involved, but he always took the time to listen and explain matters clearly. He was highly responsive and consistently came back to me promptly whenever I had questions or concerns. Most importantly, I always felt that I was in very safe hands. Chris combined strong legal expertise with sound judgement and genuine care for his client. I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone seeking advice on employment law matters.

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Excellent Professional Service

Excellent service received from Chris - I had an urgent employment issue which needed quick resolution. Chris understood the brief, and managed to exceed timeline expectations to bring the matter to a satisfactory close. He is calm and measured, and clearly an expert in his field. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Chris.

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Darren

I would strongly advise prospective clients to exercise caution before instructing this firm. In my experience, additional work was carried out without my authorisation, resulting in unexpected costs. When I raised concerns about this, rather than addressing the issues constructively, I received threats of legal action from Chris Hugo, a Partner at the firm. I found this approach to be intimidating, unprofessional, and wholly inappropriate in the context of a solicitor-client relationship. I instructed this firm in good faith and expected transparency, clear communication, and a professional response to legitimate concerns. Unfortunately, that was not my experience. What I found particularly disappointing was that the firm appeared far more proactive in threatening its own client than in progressing the matter for which it had originally been instructed. Based on my experience, I would not use this firm again and would recommend that anyone seeking professional, client-focused legal representation considers alternative solicitors.

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It is hard to summarise Nicola’s exceptional service, efficiencies, support and expertise. Nicola underpinned her memorising knowledge, experience and professionalism with compassion, patience and understanding, readily available to help me through my very stressful seperation. 11/10, I cannot recommend Nicola any stronger so frankly procure her services before your ex. does!

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Chris provided invaluable support during a challenging employment matter. His guidance and timely responses played a crucial role in securing a fair settlement. Thank you Chris

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I recently worked with Knocker and Foskett for the purchase of my first property, and I can't recommend them enough. Amy was absolutely amazing—she went above and beyond to ensure everything went smoothly. She was always available to answer my questions and provided clear, professional guidance throughout the entire process. If you're looking for a solicitor who truly cares about their clients, Amy and the team at Knocker and Foskett are the best choice!

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I've used K&F for the last 30 years on matters across various departments and will continue to do so. Their work is of a high standard and their fees charged are fair and reasonable. Most recently Damien Jones did a great job in handling a probate matter for me.

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