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Jill
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Bell Lamb & Joynson
03444 124348
Welcome to Bell Lamb & Joynson, an award-winning law firm established in 1821. With a history of over two centuries, we combine deep-rooted expertise with modern legal practice from our offices in Liverpool, Runcorn, Maghull, and Warrington. We specialise in Conveyancing, Criminal Law, Family Law, Motor and Road Traffic Law, Powers of Attorney, and Wills & Probate. Trust our legacy and expertise to guide you through your legal matters and contact Bell Lamb & Joynson today. Read more...
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Matter Type:
Criminal defence - All
Dyal rasool
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Driving offence
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I highly recommend darren jones at [bell lamb & joynos]. They handled my case,with professionalism, efficiency, and great care. Communication was always clear and prompt, and I always felt confident that my case was in capable hands. They made a complex and stressful situation much easier, and I’m truly grateful for their support. Thank you again—I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them to others!
A representative from Bell Lamb & Joynson responded to this review on 17 July, 2025:
Thank you, Dyal, for your wonderful feedback. We’re so pleased to hear that Darren and the criminal defence team provided you with professional, efficient, and caring support during a stressful time. Your recommendation means a great deal to us. Wishing you all the best moving forward.
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Matter Type:
Legal aid
Dean
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Amazing solicitors
Absolutely amazing lovely people,couldn't of been more helpful if they tried(genuinely mean that) kept me informed the whole way through my case,went above and beyond what they had to do. Couldn't of asked for anyone better at all to represent me! Listened to what I had to say properly and understand stood me more than what I thought they would. More importantly believed in me! Thanks Sam and Eve.
A representative from Bell Lamb & Joynson responded to this review on 14 July, 2025:
Dear Dean, Thank you so much for your heartfelt feedback. We’re thrilled to hear that Sam and Eve went above and beyond to support you, truly listened, and believed in you throughout your case. Your kind words mean a great deal to us all. Best regards, Bell Lamb & Joynson
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Matter Type:
Criminal defence - All
Leah teese
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Excellent service
Brilliant firm, no matter who you dealt with all friendly very professional always had time to help with any queries never kept us waiting for anything, great communication just very reassuring which makes such a stressful time a lot less stressful can’t thank you enough i would most definitely highly recommend and also use again in the future if needed
A representative from Bell Lamb & Joynson responded to this review on 08 July, 2025:
Dear Leah, Thank you for your lovely feedback. We're so glad our team made the process less stressful for you. Your recommendation means a lot! Best regards, Bell Lamb & Joynson
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Matter Type:
Residential Conveyancing
Philip
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Thorough and professional
Many thanks to Chris Courtenay and his conveyancing team, including his assistant paralegal, Olivia Andrew, for their thoroughness and professionalism. Chris quickly and patiently answered all my queries as they arose during the purchase of my new home. Five stars all round and 100% recommended! Grateful thanks also to the Client Relationship Executives, Amy Coathup and Shania Mottram, who helped me prove my existence at the start of the process.
A representative from Bell Lamb & Joynson responded to this review on 07 July, 2025:
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback, Philip. We’re delighted to hear that Chris, Olivia, Amy, and Shania provided you with thorough, patient, and professional support throughout your home purchase. It’s great to know that all your questions were answered promptly and clearly. Your five-star recommendation means a lot to the whole team. We wish you all the best in your new home.
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Matter Type:
Criminal defence - All
Jennifer
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Amazing solicitor
Darren was absolutely outstanding. Caring, knowledgeable, reassuring and could not fault him.
Advice from begining to end was spot on and second to none. Would highly recommend Darren Jones and Samantha Lack.
Felt totally looked after and kept well informed.
A representative from Bell Lamb & Joynson responded to this review on 07 July, 2025:
Dear Jennifer, Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback. We’re thrilled to hear that Darren and Samantha provided you with outstanding care, knowledge, and reassurance throughout your case. Your recommendation means a great deal to us. Best regardss Bell Lamb & Joynson
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Matter Type:
Assault
Chantelle leather & Mohamed Ladiwani
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Jim
My husband has been working with Jim throughout his court case. I must say we were very pleased with Jim and the way he even included myself with everything throughout this myself and my husband will be forever grateful for all the help and advice Though out the case.
A representative from Bell Lamb & Joynson responded to this review on 04 July, 2025:
Thank you for your heartfelt feedback. We’re delighted to hear that Jim provided excellent support and kept you both involved throughout the court case. Your gratitude means a lot to us. Best Regards, Bell Lamb & Joynson
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Matter Type:
Residential Conveyancing
Mary
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Very good service
Whenever we had a query they were accessible. They ‘nudged’ our vendor when things were not progressing. They were polite and friendly and efficient and they got the job done!
A representative from Bell Lamb & Joynson responded to this review on 03 July, 2025:
Dear Mary, Thank you for your feedback. We’re glad our team was accessible, proactive, and efficient in handling your matter. Best Regards, Bell Lamb & Joynson
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Matter Type:
Theft
Ash
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Outstanding
Without going into details of my case, I would like to express my sincere gratitude, first of all to Mr Peter Haney, he was my first point of contact within the firm, he was very informative and helped me understand the whole process and what I had ahead of me, he was in direct contact with me at all times regarding the status of the case and informed me of any updates. Secondly, to Mr Jim Smith, who was given control of my case once it was committed to The Crown, what an absolutely fantastic bloke, helped me every step of the way, always there if I needed any advice or any questions answering. I hope to never need their services again, but, in the worst case, if I do, I know who to contact. Great end result and outstanding service from start to finish. Highly recommend.
A representative from Bell Lamb & Joynson responded to this review on 02 July, 2025:
Dear Ash, Thank you for your kind and thoughtful words. We're pleased to hear that both Peter and Jim provided the guidance, support, and reassurance you needed throughout your case. Your recommendation means a great deal to us. Best regards, Bell Lamb & Joynson
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Matter Type:
Criminal defence - All
Debbie
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Dont know what this means
I was recently in a very stressful situation at the police station and lauren whittiker was appointed my duty solicitor i carnt thank her enough for the support she gave me. She was incredibly friendly kind and reassuring from the moment we met. Her advice was clear confident knowledgeable i felt like i was in safe hands. Lauren went above an beyond to make sure I understood everything and felt supported throughout. Im so grateful she was there when I needed her help the most. Highly recommended
A representative from Bell Lamb & Joynson responded to this review on 27 June, 2025:
Dear Debbie, Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re grateful Lauren was able to provide the support, clarity, and reassurance you needed during a difficult time. Your recommendation means a lot to us. Best Regards, Bell Lamb & Joynson
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Matter Type:
Criminal defence - All
Gary
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Gary
These have been extremely helpful and Peter has been a great support to me I honestly couldn’t fault in there advice and professionalism everyone I’ve spoke to have been lovely and are a credit to the company thank you.
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Matter Type:
Criminal defence - All
Gary
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Gary
I’ve been using them recently and can’t fault them Peter has been brilliant for me with all the advice and support I don’t think I could have done without them thank you from the bottom of my heart.
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Matter Type:
Residential Conveyancing
jack
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jack
We had David M while buying our first home. He was professional, quick to respond and always available to contact. Made the process much less stressful and kept us updated all along. Next time we buy a house, we’ll use BLJ again
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Matter Type:
Residential Conveyancing
sam
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sam
BLJ were brilliant! I would highly recommend Gemma & Emma!
A representative from Bell Lamb & Joynson responded to this review on 19 March, 2025:
Hi Sam, thank you very much for leaving this review. We greatly appreciate it
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Matter Type:
Residential Conveyancing
Mark
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Mark
I found Bell Lamb & Joynson solicitors to be a really great firm of Solicitors to use from start to finish, doing everything they could to help and make sure it all ran smoothly from Andy Burke in the beginning to Claire Manning at the end ,replying to any questions I had ,no matter how silly they where ,with in that day. Also helping out with the liaising of information with solicitors in Scotland ,would highly recommend them ,and they will be my first port of call if ever in need of there services again, a big thank you Mark
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Residential Conveyancing
Gareth
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Gareth's experience...
Sale went through really quickly with the help of all the staff at bell and lamb thank you so much guys
A representative from Bell Lamb & Joynson responded to this review on 09 July, 2025:
Dear Gareth, Thank you for your kind words. We’re glad that Rachael and the team could help your sale go through quickly. Best regards, Bell Lamb & Joynson
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Matter Type:
Residential Conveyancing
Irrosemberg Leite De
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Irrosemberg Leite De's experience...
They were quick and efficient with the purchase of my house. They also used technology resources through the App and chat, which facilitated communication and speeded up the process.
Whenever I had questions or needed guidance, I also received this support.
I recommend BELL LAMB JOYNSON, a team of competent professionals.
A representative from Bell Lamb & Joynson responded to this review on 04 July, 2025:
Dear Irrosemberg, Thank you for your kind feedback. We're delighted to hear you found our team at Bell Lamb & Joynson efficient and supportive, and that our technology helped streamline your home purchase. We truly appreciate your recommendation. Best regards, Bell Lamb & Joynson
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Matter Type:
Residential Conveyancing
Darren
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Darren's experience...
Great service throughout, kept informed and updated on the process
A representative from Bell Lamb & Joynson responded to this review on 02 July, 2025:
Dear Darren, Thank you for your feedback. We're glad you felt well-informed and supported throughout the process. Best regards, Bell Lamb & Joynson
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Matter Type:
Residential Conveyancing
Frances Sebastine
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Frances Sebastine's experience...
Sam, Ellie & Rachael were all fabulous! Super responsive and proactive in getting this purchase through for me. Explained everything clearly and I felt in good supportive hands the whole way through. Would highly recommend them and Bell Lamb & Joynson to anyone looking for a good and friendly service. Thank you very much! :)
A representative from Bell Lamb & Joynson responded to this review on 01 July, 2025:
Dear Frances , Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We're so glad Sam, Ellie, and Rachael provided clear, responsive, and supportive service throughout your purchase. Your recommendation means a lot to us. Best regards, Bell Lamb & Joynson
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Matter Type:
Residential Conveyancing
David Ian
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David Ian's experience...
Would like to say a massive thanks to Victoria for keeping me uddated during the whole conveyancing process. Via simple and quicks by e-mail and my online portal account. Was kept informed at all times by next steps required by me.
It was a pleasure to do interaction with, and would definitely use your searches again if required for any legal matters in future.
A representative from Bell Lamb & Joynson responded to this review on 30 June, 2025:
Dear David, Thank you for your kind feedback. We’re delighted that Victoria kept you well informed throughout the conveyancing process with clear and timely updates via email and the online portal. It was a pleasure assisting you, and we look forward to helping you with any future legal matters. Best regards, Bell Lamb & Joynson
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Description
As a firm, we have a specialist 24-hour, 365 days a year criminal department with solicitors who are highly respected leaders in their field having been involved in some of the most prominent criminal trials in the North West of England and beyond. We are in the top 20% of criminal law providers by volume in England and Wales. A family department dealing with all aspects of public and private family law with vastly experienced solicitors on hand to assist you in the complexities of the issues surrounding your family. In so far as the firm’s private client departments you can rest assured that whether it’s the first time you are buying a house or you are moving onto your subsequent home, if it's making a will or lasting power of attorney or dealing with the probate of a loved one’s estate we at Bell Lamb & Joynson are here to help and support you across our office network in, Liverpool, Maghull, Runcorn and Warrington.
Practice areas
Criminal Law, Conveyancing, Family Law, Motor & Road Traffic Law, Powers of Attorney, Wills & Probate.
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Consumer
- Consumer Disputes
- Litigation - Breach of contract
- Litigation - Insurance disputes
- Litigation - M&A and warranty disputes
- Litigation - Product liability claims
- Litigation - Property litigation claims
- Litigation - Trust and pension issues
- Litigation Law
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Crime/ Criminal Defence
- Assault
- Business Crime
- Criminal Damage
- Criminal defence - All
- Domestic violence
- Drugs offences
- Fraud
- Harassment
- Juvenile
- Legal aid
- Murder and Manslaughter
- Professional Conduct
- Regulatory Defence
- Sexual allegations including Rape and Sexual Assaults
- Theft
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Driving offences
- Appeal driving conviction
- Careless driving
- Convicted in absence
- Dangerous driving
- Dangerous vehicle conditions
- Death By Careless Driving
- Death by dangerous driving
- Discretionary disqualification
- Disqualification removal
- Drink driving
- Driving Whilst Unfit
- Driving Without Due Care
- Driving whilst disqualified
- Driving without a licence
- Driving without insurance
- Drunk in charge
- Early return of driving licence
- Exceptional Hardship
- Failing to notify DVLA
- Failure to furnish identification
- Failure to provide a blood sample
- Failure to provide a specimen
- Goods vehicles - operators licence
- Goods vehicles - tachograph offences
- Mobile phone offences
- New Driver Provisions
- Notice of intended prosecution
- Recognition of disqualification
- Restoration of licence
- Road rage incidents
- Serious injury by dangerous driving
- Signs and signal offences
- Special Reasons
- Speeding offences
- Stopping and reporting
- Taxi offences
- Taxi offences - illegally plying for hire
- Taxi offences - licensing investigations
- Taxi offences - points and disqualification
- Totting Up Driving Ban
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Family Law
- Adoption, Surrogacy, Care and Special Guardianship
- Asset protection and tax mitigation
- Child Arrangements Following Divorce
- Child Law
- Child Relocation After Divorce
- Child contact
- Children
- Children Act proceedings
- Civil Partnership Dissolution
- Civil partnerships
- Cohabitation agreements and disputes
- Cohabitation and Unmarried Relationships
- Collaborative Law
- Divorce After A Brain Or Other Serious Injury
- Domestic Abuse
- Family Mediation
- Family law
- Financial Matters
- Grandparents' Rights
- Inheritance Act claims
- Injunctions
- Matrimonial finance
- Out Of Court Divorce
- Parental responsibility, paternity disputes, surrogacy
- Pension and property advice
- Pre and Post Nuptial Agreements
- Separation
- Separation Agreement
- Social Services
- Unmarried Couples' Rights
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Housing & Property
- Anti-social Behaviour
- Boundary Disputes
- Buying at auction
- Declarations of trusts
- Deeds of Gifts
- Deeds of easements, variation, deeds of rectifications
- Dilapidation Claims
- Evicting Squatters and Trespassers
- Exclusivity and lock-out agreements
- Extending your Lease
- Freehold Enfranchisement
- Housing Associations
- Housing Management
- Housing disputes
- Injunctions
- Investment and buy to let properties
- Landlord and Tenant
- Lease Extensions
- Leasehold properties
- Matrimonial transfers
- Neighbour Disputes
- New home purchases and sales
- Option agreements and conditional contracts
- Possession and repossession proceedings
- Property Disputes
- Purchase and Sale
- Remortgaging
- Renting and Tenancy Agreements
- Repossessions
- Residential Conveyancing
- Restrictive Covenants, Easements and Wayleaves
- Right of First Refusal
- Right of Way and Rights to Light
- Right to Manage
- Service Charge Disputes
- Service Charge Recovery
- Tenancy Breaches, Injunctions and Forfeiture Claims
- Tenant Eviction
- Transfer of title
- Transfers of equity
- Transfers of parts of land
- Unpaid Rent, Service or Ground Charges
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Wills, Trusts & Probate
- Probate
- Wills