Leathes Prior

I have been involved in working with two different departments at Leathes Prior, and both have exceeded my expectations. They go above and beyond to assist with any issues, no query is too small or insignificant.

I'd like to thank Rachael Hughes and her secretary, Angela Chalmers, for the way they handled the recent sales of my two properties. I was very impressed with their professionalism. Sometimes the path was not as smooth as it could have been, for reasons out of their control, but, nonetheless, everything was conducted and concluded in a very professional manner, and I hope to use their services again in the near future.

We used Lily Beal at Leathes Prior for our recent property purchase, and can't recommend her highly enough. The transaction was complicated by a grant of probate on the seller's side, along with a difficult seller's accountant and solicitors, which made for a genuinely challenging process. Throughout it all, Lily's guidance was professional and properly tailored to our situation rather than generic advice. She kept us clearly informed at every stage, explained the probate and legal complications as they arose, and gave us real confidence that things were being handled professionally. Highly recommend Lily and the team at Leathes Prior to anyone buying or selling in Norwich, especially if your transaction is anything less than straightforward.

First Class in terms of approachability, response times, pragmatic advice and clear drafting

We were recommended to Leathes Prior as my own solicitors lack of help and communication in dealing with my move was abysmal however edmund ramsdale picked up our case last minute and from the very start he was professional, helpful and kept me updated every step of the way! i would definitely recommend this company!!

Thank you for a good service. Penny Welling was exceptionally helpful, always there to speak to and very helpful, nothing was too much trouble.

We used Leathes Prior for our house purchase and had a really good experience. Rachael Hughes and the team were helpful and kept us updated throughout - would happily recommend.

There are moments in life where we all need help or support to guide us through difficult times. Leathes Prior helped in a time of bereavement for my family and I, in matters concerning probate and conveyancing. As Executor of my parents’ estate, I was very fortunate to be assigned Patrick Gibney, Senior Associate at Leathes Prior, to carry out probate on the estate. He has consistently been professional in his manner, prompt in his replies, patient and ready to provide good advice and guidance. Personally, I would only choose Patrick for any works regarding probate or any other professional matters that fall under his scope. Bethany Slaughter, another Senior Associate at Leathes Prior, was assigned to us for the conveyancing of the property. On Bethany’s part, the conveyancing was carried out quickly and professionally. I would like to say a very big thank you to Bethany and Patrick for their work. Deborah

After what has been an incredibly difficult and unnecessarily complicated year, I wanted to leave a genuine thank you for the support and advice I received throughout. What should have been a relatively straightforward separation and house sale became far more difficult than it needed to be, particularly once other people began being drawn into matters that should really have remained between the parties actually involved. The advice I received was calm, practical and grounded. I was given a clear understanding of where I stood, what my options were and, importantly, where the legal boundaries actually were. In the end, I did not have to pull the trigger on any substantial legal action, but knowing that I could if things escalated made an enormous difference to my mental health. There is something incredibly reassuring about knowing that you are not trapped in a situation, that there are formal options available to you, and that there are people who understand the circumstances and can step in if necessary. That knowledge allowed me to stop second-guessing every decision, hold firmer boundaries and deal with the situation far more calmly than I otherwise would have. So, for anyone dealing with a difficult ex, particularly where a new partner, affair partner or other third party is being drawn into disputes around property, money or communication, I would absolutely recommend getting proper advice early. You may never need to take formal legal action. I ultimately did not. But simply knowing what your options are, and knowing you have someone in your corner if things get worse, can be invaluable. After the best part of a year of stress, disputes and frankly quite a lot of nonsense, I am extremely grateful for the advice, patience and reassurance I received throughout.

Leanne made the whole house-buying process feel quick, straightforward and as stress-free as possible. She truly went above and beyond throughout the process and was always on hand whenever we needed her. Communication was excellent from start to finish. No question was ever left unanswered, and I always felt confident that I could rely on Leanne to chase the onward chain, keep things moving and provide us with updates, no matter how big or small. Buying a house can be a stressful experience, but Leanne made the process so much easier and gave us complete confidence throughout. I would highly recommend Leanne and Leathes Prior Solicitors to anyone looking for a professional, reliable and genuinely supportive experience.