Ward Gethin Archer Limited

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16-18 High Street, Dereham, Dereham, Norfolk, NR19 1DR

01362 692182

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Regulator ID: 569765

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• Ward Gethin Archer

Description

We offer a client-driven, personal service to an increasing number of businesses and private individuals. Our aim is to resolve your legal problem in a way which exceeds your expectations. Everyone needs a lawyer at some time in their lives. Often our assistance marks a major stage in your life; such as buying a home or making your will. We promise to provide you with the best possible legal services at a time when service and quality really matters.

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Contact details

01362 692182

enquiries@wardgethinarcher.co.uk

www.wga.co.uk

Opening hours

Monday	08:45–17:00
Tuesday	08:45–17:00
Wednesday	08:45–17:00
Thursday	08:45–17:00
Friday	08:45–17:00
Saturday	(Closed)
Sunday	(Closed)

16-18 High Street, Dereham, Dereham, Norfolk, NR19 1DR

Clients say

Clients praise the firm for strong residential property, conveyancing, wills, probate, trusts, family and settlement agreement expertise, often noting efficient, thorough and value-for-money legal work across complex matters. The team is described as professional, knowledgeable and proactive. Valued soft skills include clear, frequent communication, responsiveness, empathy, patience, reliability and a friendly, personable manner that reassures clients during stressful transactions.

Friendly staff

Professional service

Clear communication

Responsive team

Knowledgeable solicitors

Efficient process

Helpful guidance

Compassionate approach

Good value

Proactive updates

Sarah Regan

15 May 2026

Housing & Property

Brilliant Solicitor

Charlotte is brilliant, just gets on with it with no fuss and lively to talk to xx highly recommend her

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Charlotte Bentley

from Ward Gethin Archer Limited

18/05/2026

Dear Sarah. Thank you for your kind feedback. We are delighted to hear that Charlotte has been brilliant to work with and that you found her approachable and efficient throughout. We really appreciate your recommendation and you taking the time to share your experience.

Frances Ulyatt

13 May 2026

Housing & Property

Sale/Purchase of property

Charlotte has been extremely supportive during the process of selling my home of many years and purchasing my new dwelling. She has “held my hand”, expertly leading me through my fears and lack of knowledge with positivity and reassurance. If ever I decided to undertake another similar journey, which I doubt, I would want Charlotte by my side.

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Charlotte Bentley

from Ward Gethin Archer Limited

14/05/2026

Thank you Frances for your heartfelt review. We are so pleased to hear that Charlotte’s expert guidance and reassurance helped ease the stress of moving after many years. Moving home is a significant life event, and providing that "hand-holding" support and positivity is exactly what we strive for at our firm. I will be sure to share your kind words with Charlotte—she will be delighted to know she made such a difference. We wish you the very best in your new home!

Liz Coleman

29 Apr 2026

Family Law

Divorce

Well I can’t praise Ella enough I was going through a really tough divorce very very stressful . Ella was brilliant she was with me all the way when it got tough for me she was very kind and sympathetic I nearly threw the towel in on a couple of occasions but Ella encouraged me to go on which I am delighted to say payed off , she is a credit to WGA anyone who needs a divorce lawyer I highly recommend Ella . Also I would like to mention Sharon , Ella’s secretary she was brilliant also always ready to listen Thank you both for your patience and kindness LC

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Ella Bone

from Ward Gethin Archer Limited

30/04/2026

Thank you Liz for your review. We’re pleased Ella was able to support you through your divorce with care and encouragement during a difficult time. Your feedback about both Ella and Sharon is greatly appreciated.

Lisa & Pat

21 Apr 2026

Housing & Property

Recent house move for my mum

Moving Mum from her home of nearly 50 years to a smaller property was scary and daunting for all of us - Mum, her husband, and us, her three children, but without a doubt Charlie has made this whole experience feel less daunting, we knew we were in safe hands right from the very start of our journey. She answered all our questions, always really quickly, and in a way that we could understand. Paperwork requirements were always clear, and underlying all of this, all the legal necessary side of things (which were absolutely faultless) was a warm friendliness, a caring approach, and for that we are so grateful. We cannot recommend highly enough, Charlie you were fantastic, and in a weird way we will miss your emails!!!!

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Charlie Bowden

from Ward Gethin Archer Limited

22/04/2026

Dear Lisa & Pat, Thank you for your feedback. We are delighted to hear that Charlie was able to provide reassuring, clear and compassionate support throughout. Ensuring our clients feel confident and well cared for is extremely important to us, and your recommendation means a great deal.

Andrew Roofe

2 Mar 2026

Housing & Property

Sale and purchase

Charlie was a real pleasure to have selling my old home and buying my new one. When I rang her it was never a chore. She gave useful information when asked and always explained things clearly. Thank you so much.

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Charlie Bowden

from Ward Gethin Archer Limited

03/03/2026

Thank you for your kind feedback, Andrew. We're delighted to hear you were pleased with the service provided during the sale of your old home and purchase of your new one. Wishing you all the best in your new home, and thank you for taking the time to leave this review.

Anonymous

4 Jun 2026

Family Law

Family

Although only a preliminary discussion, the meeting was surprisingly helpful and enabled me to understand the range of options available and provided a few useful warnings and pointers for things I need to consider before proceeding more formally.

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Geraldine Underwood

from Ward Gethin Archer Limited

05/06/2026

Thank you for your feedback. We’re pleased to hear that Geraldine was able to provide helpful initial guidance and give you a clear understanding of your options at this early stage. We appreciate your comments.

Anonymous

20 May 2026

Family Law

Family

The help and advice that I received was extremely professional with a personable approach. I appreciated the guidance throughout the whole process which was realistic, specific and most important to me, honest. I would not hesitate to reach out to this firm again for any legal advice I may need in the future.

from Ward Gethin Archer Limited

21/05/2026

Thank you for your feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you found our service both professional and personable, and that the guidance provided was clear, realistic, and honest throughout.

Glenn Thorpe

20 May 2026

Wills, Trusts & Probate

Other

Caroline dealt with Lasting Power Of Attorney for both financial and health. I have known Caroline for many years and trust her professionalism and ability to provide the service required. She provided this to the standard I knew she would. The one criticism I have of the procedure is of no fault of Caroline but of your costs. I could have engaged most other solicitors at a far lower cost. Had it not been for my personal relationship I would have gone elsewhere.

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Caroline Billings

from Ward Gethin Archer Limited

21/05/2026

Thank you for your feedback. We’re pleased to hear that Caroline was able to support you professionally and provide the service you expected. We also appreciate your comments regarding costs, and we will ensure these are taken on board as part of our ongoing review of client experience. Your feedback is valued and helps us improve.

Anonymous

18 May 2026

Wills, Trusts & Probate

Wills, Trusts and Probate

I met with two individuals re updating my Will and then my PofA. The First Gentleman who was representing an ill Partner was distant, appeared disinterested and certainly hadn’t checked my draft Will prior to despatch as it contained many factual errors. The younger lady that dealt with the amendment to the PofA was delightful, pleasant, helpful and very competent I wouldn’t hesitate to contact her again.

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Bethan Garratt

from Ward Gethin Archer Limited

20/05/2026

Thank you for your feedback. We’re pleased to hear you found the support with your Power of Attorney helpful and competent, and that the matter was dealt with in a pleasant and professional manner. Your comments are valued and will be shared with the team.

Anonymous

7 Apr 2026

Employment

From the first point of contact until the matter was closed Chris was professional, reacting quickly to queries as they arose. His pragmatic advice on next steps always kept client needs in mind in terms of outcome and costs. Would definitely use his services again should the need arise.

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Chris Dewey

from Ward Gethin Archer Limited

08/04/2026

Thank you for your feedback. We are pleased that Chris provided such professional and pragmatic advice throughout your employment matter. It is gratifying to hear that he balanced your needs regarding both outcomes and costs so effectively, and we appreciate that you would use his services again. We will ensure your kind comments are shared with Chris and the team.

Clients say

Friendly staff

Professional service

Clear communication

Responsive team

Knowledgeable solicitors

Efficient process

Helpful guidance

Compassionate approach

Good value

Proactive updates

anonymous

22 May 2026

Housing & Property

Conveyancing

Charlie was very helpful throughout the whole process of my re-mortgage, I am very happy with all she has done.

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Charlie Bowden

from Ward Gethin Archer Limited

26/05/2026

Thank you for your kind feedback. We’re pleased to hear Charlie was very helpful throughout your re-mortgage and that you’re happy with the support provided.

Sarah Regan

15 May 2026

Housing & Property

Brilliant Solicitor

Charlotte is brilliant, just gets on with it with no fuss and lively to talk to xx highly recommend her

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Charlotte Bentley

from Ward Gethin Archer Limited

18/05/2026

Frances Ulyatt

13 May 2026

Housing & Property

Sale/Purchase of property

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Charlotte Bentley

from Ward Gethin Archer Limited

14/05/2026

Liz Coleman

29 Apr 2026

Family Law

Divorce

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Ella Bone

from Ward Gethin Archer Limited

30/04/2026

Lisa & Pat

21 Apr 2026

Housing & Property

Recent house move for my mum

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Charlie Bowden

from Ward Gethin Archer Limited

22/04/2026

Mr and Mrs White

20 Jun 2026

Residential Property

We recently used Jackie for both the sale of our previous home and the purchase of our new house, and we were extremely pleased with the service we received throughout. Our interests were managed professionally and diligently at every stage of the process. All enquiries were dealt with promptly, and Jackie consistently worked to expedite matters on our behalf, helping to keep the transaction moving forward. Despite being part of a lengthy and sometimes challenging chain, Jackie kept us fully informed throughout, providing regular updates and clear advice whenever needed. She was always approachable, responsive, and contactable whenever we required information or wanted to check on progress. Jackie’s professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to achieving the best outcome for us gave us confidence throughout what can often be a stressful process. We would have no hesitation in recommending her conveyancing services to anyone buying or selling a property.

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Jackie Murfitt

Geoff Argent

19 Jun 2026

Housing & Property

Business / Commercial

We have always dealt with Adrian Long for the conveyancing when we buy and sell our new build houses, this goes back to 2015, we have always found Adrian and his staff at Downham market very helpful when we need to ring or email any questions we have. Very very pleased.

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Adrian Long

Anonymous

18 Jun 2026

Housing & Property

Residential Property

Throughout our journey we were supported by a team of consummate professionals, from walking through the door at the Swaffham office and meeting Nichola Prior on reception we knew we had selected the correct solicitors, although we were faced with an inept buyers solicitor we were kept informed of progress regularly by Claire Williams-Massey (our designated solicitor), no question or query was too much trouble, if the need arises we will certainly request support from WGA; its uncommon to receive such a high level of service, 100% value for money.

Anonymous

16 Jun 2026

Wills, Trusts & Probate

Wills, Trusts and Probate

The staff were sensitive to our feelings at a difficult time.

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Kasey Cannon

Anonymous

16 Jun 2026

Housing & Property

Residential Property

Sam and Rebecca were communicative and helpful throughout.

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Samantha Manning

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