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Excellent service
Thank you Sheroze for the taking the time out to help me with unpaid wages, professional and reliable would highly recommend to anyone.
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3 Richmond Terrace, Blackburn, Lancashire, BB1 7AT
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3 Richmond Terrace, Blackburn, Lancashire, BB1 7AT
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Blakewater Solicitors provides a tailored and unique service to each client. It’s friendly, client focused and approachable attitude, coupled with its commitment to legal excellence, has seen Blakewater become one of the most prestigious law firms in the UK.
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Blakewater Certus are accredited by
Blakewater Solicitors provides a tailored and unique service to each client. It’s friendly, client focused and approachable attitude, coupled with its commitment to legal excellence, has seen Blakewater become one of the most prestigious law firms in the UK.
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| 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) |
3 Richmond Terrace, Blackburn, Lancashire, BB1 7AT
What clients say about Blakewater Certus
The firm specialises in conveyancing and property transactions, with strong expertise in title deeds, due diligence, Islamic finance and complex sales. Clients praise efficiency, professionalism and clear, timely communication. Valued soft skills include responsiveness, patience, approachability, proactive problem‑solving, supportive client care and calm reassurance throughout lengthy or stressful processes. Reviewers highlight reliable follow‑up, consistent high standards and excellent aftercare, making the team recommended and trusted for repeat instructions.
Thank you Sheroze for the taking the time out to help me with unpaid wages, professional and reliable would highly recommend to anyone.
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Never normally write reviews but with the First Class service I have revived from Blakewater Solicitors it must documented. Due to purely a Land Register error only, it has taken a while to rectify their error. and throughout period I have received nothing but a First Class, highly professional dedicated service. Never kept in the dark or hard to chance for a update as they constantly kept me updated on the situation and the due-diligence throughout this situation by Blackwater is second to none. All communications between us are as if we were family members and their number one priority to help us as family members would do. For the services they offer for what you need, look no further as you have found the right company that will look after you and ensure they complete the job.
I contacted Blakewater Certus Solicitors through a recommendation from another solicitor. We were informed that Naheem Anwar is a very experienced and knowledgeable solicitor who will be able to manage our case. We were not local to their organisation and had concerns how our case would be managed. Naheem manged the case remotely and kept us updated via emails and phone calls from himself and Alisha. He always gave us time when we phoned and allowed flexibility when we travelled to visit him. Naheem clearly knew what results we wanted; with his legal experience he was able to quickly achieve the positive outcomes within a short space of time. I am glad that we appointed Naheem to represent us, and I would recommend Blakewater Certus Solicitors to others.
I had an excellent experience with this solicitor service for my boundary dispute case. From start to finish, Naheem and Sahdia were incredibly helpful. They were honest, highly professional, and clearly very experienced. Throughout the process, they were easy to contact and always responded promptly to any questions or concerns I had. Their support gave me confidence and peace of mind during a stressful time. I truly appreciate their hard work and would highly recommend their services to anyone in need of legal assistance.
I chose Blackwater Solicitors based on their impressive online reviews, despite their quoted fee of £2,878 being significantly higher than most high-street solicitors. I assumed that this premium price would guarantee a smoother, more efficient process. Unfortunately, the transaction never progressed beyond the survey stage due to structural issues with the property. Throughout the process, my solicitor, A.S. exchanged a few emails most of them generic and asking for ID and other documents etc. Even then some responses took weeks, and during that time, no meaningful legal progress or guidance was provided. the cost breakdown of few emails for a broken house purchase deal has come down to this - ID Verification: £14 - Search Pack: £314 - "Profit": £1,000 - VAT on profit: £200 If you're considering Blackwater Solicitors based on their reviews, I strongly urge you to conduct thorough research and compare offerings from other firms. Many local firm will quote you 1200 to 1500 £ less and will provide better service and you can use this money to your new house purchase or go on short holiday after your stressful period. Best of luck buying people and do consider shopping around rather falling for such reviews. Dr S Ahmad
Thank you for your feedback regarding your experience with Blakewater Certus Solicitors. We are disappointed that you felt as though the experience was unfavourable. We value all client input and aim to address any concerns you may have. I would like to clarify several points regarding the services provided during your transaction. Our initial client care letter outlined the estimated total legal fees for your proposed purchase, which amounted to £1968.47 + VAT. The quoted disbursements you mentioned are fixed third-party costs over which we have no control, and this was clearly communicated in our initial correspondence. Despite the transaction not proceeding to completion, we had completed over 60% of the legal work, including the review of searches, preparation of the search report, and verification of funds. The only remaining items were the outstanding mortgage offer, as you had switched lenders, and two outstanding enquiries, which were the last action items before we were due to draft the final report on title for you. As such, we were at an advanced stage of progress with your purchase, when you decided not to proceed due to the physical state of the property. Unfortunately, the sale did not progress because of the concerns regarding the structural condition of the property, as such you decided not to proceed through to exchange of contracts and subsequent completion of this matter. Abortive fees are standard industry practice to cover the professional services rendered up to the point of termination, regardless of the transaction’s outcome. As a gesture of goodwill, we only charged you abortive fees amounting to £1,000, which is half of the agreed-upon legal fees. This reflects our commitment to fairness and transparency in our billing practices. The abortive fee therefore represents a fair and proportionate reflection of the services provided up to the point of termination. Moreover, throughout the matter, we continued to provide timely responses to correspondence and addressed all concerns and queries you had. We always strive to provide the best level of service and legal advice to our clients, and we shall continue to do so going forward. We understand the disappointment when a transaction does not proceed as planned, and we are committed to supporting our clients through such challenges. Should you have any further questions or require clarification, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Great firm, did a superb job with title deeds, would recommend!
Good smooth service in home purchase. Good aftercare. Easy to contact and quick responses to any queries. Used them twice now, and would do so again happily.
We purchased our property and instructed Blakewater as our Solictors. Ahisha was our file handler and we cannot fault any part of the work carried out. All our questions were answered, we were kept informed along the way, and any worries were dealt with. If I needed to call the office and Ahisha wasn’t available at that time other colleagues would do their best to help. Highly recommended.
Shakeel and Team and Blakewater Certus Solicitors have been phenomenal. Their due diligence is exemplary and their follow-up is timely, on point, professional and efficient. It’s been a real pleasure working with them and I would strongly recommend them.
We recently used this Blakewater Certus solicitor for our house purchase and were very impressed with the service from start to finish. They especially Dilshad Begum were professional, efficient, and kept us informed throughout the whole process. Any questions we had were answered quickly and clearly, which made everything much less stressful. Dilshad Begum done all paperwork promptly and ensured the transaction completed smoothly and on time(4weeks). We would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a reliable and trustworthy conveyancing solicitor.
What clients say about Blakewater Certus
The firm specialises in conveyancing and property transactions, with strong expertise in title deeds, due diligence, Islamic finance and complex sales. Clients praise efficiency, professionalism and clear, timely communication. Valued soft skills include responsiveness, patience, approachability, proactive problem‑solving, supportive client care and calm reassurance throughout lengthy or stressful processes. Reviewers highlight reliable follow‑up, consistent high standards and excellent aftercare, making the team recommended and trusted for repeat instructions.
Thank you Sheroze for the taking the time out to help me with unpaid wages, professional and reliable would highly recommend to anyone.
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Never normally write reviews but with the First Class service I have revived from Blakewater Solicitors it must documented. Due to purely a Land Register error only, it has taken a while to rectify their error. and throughout period I have received nothing but a First Class, highly professional dedicated service. Never kept in the dark or hard to chance for a update as they constantly kept me updated on the situation and the due-diligence throughout this situation by Blackwater is second to none. All communications between us are as if we were family members and their number one priority to help us as family members would do. For the services they offer for what you need, look no further as you have found the right company that will look after you and ensure they complete the job.
I instructed Blakewater Certus, specifically Naheem, for a complex property matter with many moving parts. Having previously worked with a medium-sized firm whose advice I found disappointing and even negligent (cheapest isn’t always best), I knew I couldn’t afford any more mistakes and I absolutely needed someone who would be on it from day one. Before instructing Blakewater Certus, I spent time researching and speaking to various firms. Naheem came highly recommended for his expertise in this area, and he absolutely lived up to that reputation. He was consistently responsive, courteous, and genuinely went the extra mile at every stage. Despite the geographical distance (I’m based in Surrey and the firm is in the North), communication was seamless and the service always felt first-class. Working in an in-house legal team myself, I regularly deal with large firms - but the quality of service I received from this smaller firm was, in many ways, better. Naheem gave clear, honest, no-nonsense advice - he didn’t sugar-coat anything or waste time. He cuts through the jargon, explains things plainly, and focuses on what actually matters to get the job done. I truly appreciated that level of professionalism and the flexibility he showed in response to our specific circumstances. He made a difficult and high-stakes situation feel manageable and under control. His specialised expertise made all the difference. If you’re dealing with a complex property issue and need someone reliable, honest, sharp, and straightforward, I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him and the team at Blakewater Certus. Should the need arise, I wouldn’t hesitate to use them again.
I contacted Blakewater Certus Solicitors through a recommendation from another solicitor. We were informed that Naheem Anwar is a very experienced and knowledgeable solicitor who will be able to manage our case. We were not local to their organisation and had concerns how our case would be managed. Naheem manged the case remotely and kept us updated via emails and phone calls from himself and Alisha. He always gave us time when we phoned and allowed flexibility when we travelled to visit him. Naheem clearly knew what results we wanted; with his legal experience he was able to quickly achieve the positive outcomes within a short space of time. I am glad that we appointed Naheem to represent us, and I would recommend Blakewater Certus Solicitors to others.
I contacted Blakewater Certus Solicitors just 6 working days before a scheduled court hearing - very short notice – and they were able to act quickly and efficiently. A prompt meeting was arranged, and they swiftly began preparing for the hearing. I was particularly impressed with Naheem Anwar and Alisha Renah, who were both extremely professional and thorough. During our meeting, everything was clearly explained and discussed in detail, which helped me feel much more positive and informed during what was an incredibly stressful time. Mr Anwar stayed in regular contact throughout – via both email and phone – and kept me updated every step of the way, including during the course of two court hearings. After the final hearing, he took the time to debrief me, answer any outstanding questions, and advise me on possible future legal scenarios and actions to take in case anything further arose. Overall, I was very satisfied with the service and support I received from Blakewater Certus. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them.
Hassan and Ayaz were very helpful throughout the whole process and very responsive at all times. It was a long process but had solutions at every difficult point. I cant thank the whole team enough as they put up with my constant calls and emails. Brilliant service and support. Would highly recommend them. Thank you again for everything.
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Great firm, did a superb job with title deeds, would recommend!
Good smooth service in home purchase. Good aftercare. Easy to contact and quick responses to any queries. Used them twice now, and would do so again happily.
We purchased our property and instructed Blakewater as our Solictors. Ahisha was our file handler and we cannot fault any part of the work carried out. All our questions were answered, we were kept informed along the way, and any worries were dealt with. If I needed to call the office and Ahisha wasn’t available at that time other colleagues would do their best to help. Highly recommended.
Shakeel and Team and Blakewater Certus Solicitors have been phenomenal. Their due diligence is exemplary and their follow-up is timely, on point, professional and efficient. It’s been a real pleasure working with them and I would strongly recommend them.
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