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74 The Close, Norwich, Norfolk, NR1 4DR

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74 The Close, Norwich, Norfolk, NR1 4DR

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Leathes Prior Review Scores & Client Satisfaction Overview

5.0
Excellent
95%+
Value for
Money
Value for money: 95%+
16% above
national average
95%+
Success
Rate
Satisfied with outcome: 95%+
95%+
Would
Recommend
Would recommend to friends and family: 95%+
Communication 5.0/5
Initial Impressions 5.0/5
Approachability 5.0/5
Documentation Accuracy 5.0/5
Legal Knowledge 5.0/5
Value for money 5.0/5

Accreditations

Leathes Prior are accredited by

Criminal Litigation accreditation awarded to Leathes Prior
Resolution Logo accreditation awarded to Leathes Prior
The Law Society accreditation awarded to Leathes Prior

Description

Leathes Prior Solicitors is one of East Anglia’s leading law firms offering a full range of legal services to organisations and individuals in Norfolk and beyond. Whilst our offering has stood the test of time (150 years to be specific), we are always looking at ways to develop the firm to ensure that we are providing the best possible service to our diverse and loyal client base, whether that be investing in the right talent or developing market leading niche offerings.

Rankings by area of expertise

The rankings below show the areas of expertise that Leathes Prior offers to clients. You can see how good the service offered is in comparison to all other law firms nationally / locally.

Leathes Prior Review Scores & Client Satisfaction Overview

5.0
Excellent
95%+
Value for
Money
Value for money: 95%+
15% above
national average
95%+
Success
Rate
Satisfied with outcome: 95%+
17% above
national average
95%+
Would
Recommend
Would recommend to friends and family: 95%+
18% above
national average
Communication 4.9/5
Initial Impressions 5.0/5
Approachability 5.0/5
Documentation Accuracy 5.0/5
Legal Knowledge 4.9/5
Value for money 4.9/5

Accreditations

Leathes Prior are accredited by

Criminal Litigation accreditation awarded to Leathes Prior
Resolution Logo accreditation awarded to Leathes Prior
The Law Society accreditation awarded to Leathes Prior

Description

Leathes Prior Solicitors is one of East Anglia’s leading law firms offering a full range of legal services to organisations and individuals in Norfolk and beyond. Whilst our offering has stood the test of time (150 years to be specific), we are always looking at ways to develop the firm to ensure that we are providing the best possible service to our diverse and loyal client base, whether that be investing in the right talent or developing market leading niche offerings.

Rankings by area of expertise

The rankings below show the areas of expertise that Leathes Prior offers to clients. You can see how good the service offered is in comparison to all other law firms nationally / locally.

Housing & Property 2 / 18
Commercial Property 2 / 16
Wills, Trusts & Probate 4 / 18
Family Law 4 / 27
Employment 2 / 17
Company & Commercial 3 / 19
Dispute Resolution 4 / 15
Crime/ Criminal Defence 1 / 13
Contract Law 3 / 13
Driving offences 2 / 10
Land Law 2 / 13
Personal Injury 2 / 14
Road Traffic Law 1 / 7
Agriculture 2 / 12
Banking 2 / 10
Commercial Law 2 / 4
Corporate Law 2 / 11
Cybersecurity and Data Protection Law 1 / 8
Disability Law 2 / 36
Money & Tax 3 / 19
Regulatory Law 2 / 6
Sports Law 1 / 16
Adjudication Law 2 / 14
Asset Management 1 / 11
Brexit Law 1 / 5
Business Law 2 / 17
Care Law 2 / 10
Charities 3 / 10
Child Law 4 / 20
Clinical Negligence 1 / 11
Communications Law 1 / 5
Company Law 3 / 62
Compliance Law 1 / 18
Construction 2 / 11
Consumer 3 / 18
Copyright Law 1 / 20
Debt and Tax Law 2 / 11
Defamation Law 2 / 18
Domestic Violence Law 2 / 12
Education 2 / 14
Energy & Transport 2 / 9
Environmental Law 1 / 14
Equality Law 2 / 14
Equine Law 1 / 5
European Law 1 / 8
Financial Crime Law 1 / 7
Food Law 1 / 3
Government Investigations 1 / 27
Health and Safety Law 1 / 8
Health and Welfare Law 1 / 19
Healthcare Law 1 / 14
IT & Intellectual Property 3 / 12
Immigration 2 / 11
Immigration Law 1 / 8
Injunctions Law 3 / 12
Insurance Law 1 / 9
Intellectual Property Law 1 / 6
International Law 1 / 5
Licensing Law 1 / 6
Medical Law 1 / 19
Mergers and Acquisitions Law 2 / 7
National Insurance Law 1 / 5
Nuisance Law 1 / 20
Occupational Health Law 1 / 7
Planning Law 2 / 9
Prison Law 1 / 5
Privacy Law 1 / 29
Private International Law 1 / 3
Professional Negligence 1 / 12
Regulations 2 / 16
Retail Law 1 / 6
Social Law 1 / 4
Terrorism Law 1 / 15
Welfare & Benefits 2 / 11
Local 4 / 32
Housing & Property 69 / 4,693
Commercial Property 74 / 3,582
Wills, Trusts & Probate 292 / 3,713
Family Law 100 / 4,157
Employment 109 / 3,550
Company & Commercial 177 / 4,053
Dispute Resolution 81 / 1,793
Crime/ Criminal Defence 82 / 2,123
Contract Law 54 / 1,413
Driving offences 33 / 630
Land Law 52 / 1,319
Personal Injury 146 / 2,597
Road Traffic Law 14 / 255
Agriculture 62 / 815
Banking 53 / 1,011
Commercial Law 24 / 207
Corporate Law 40 / 842
Cybersecurity and Data Protection Law 12 / 872
Disability Law 29 / 600
Money & Tax 105 / 1,908
Regulatory Law 14 / 262
Sports Law 12 / 303
Adjudication Law 12 / 247
Asset Management 15 / 392
Brexit Law 7 / 146
Business Law 36 / 484
Care Law 38 / 569
Charities 63 / 756
Child Law 99 / 1,643
Clinical Negligence 84 / 1,221
Communications Law 2 / 56
Company Law 42 / 960
Compliance Law 14 / 445
Construction 33 / 847
Consumer 151 / 4,309
Copyright Law 10 / 512
Debt and Tax Law 43 / 775
Defamation Law 16 / 270
Domestic Violence Law 50 / 896
Education 29 / 418
Energy & Transport 25 / 501
Environmental Law 8 / 390
Equality Law 45 / 1,075
Equine Law 3 / 48
European Law 2 / 92
Financial Crime Law 18 / 462
Food Law 4 / 81
Government Investigations 10 / 406
Health and Safety Law 24 / 571
Health and Welfare Law 13 / 185
Healthcare Law 12 / 352
IT & Intellectual Property 64 / 1,086
Immigration 115 / 2,255
Immigration Law 34 / 1,171
Injunctions Law 137 / 921
Insurance Law 21 / 642
Intellectual Property Law 25 / 613
International Law 14 / 372
Licensing Law 22 / 496
Medical Law 7 / 188
Mergers and Acquisitions Law 25 / 431
National Insurance Law 15 / 415
Nuisance Law 18 / 233
Occupational Health Law 30 / 422
Planning Law 18 / 577
Prison Law 7 / 238
Privacy Law 11 / 507
Private International Law 8 / 131
Professional Negligence 66 / 1,281
Regulations 52 / 2,338
Retail Law 2 / 71
Social Law 28 / 223
Terrorism Law 3 / 147
Welfare & Benefits 55 / 1,034
National 198 / 11,165

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Elsie Smith

Housing & Property

Elsie

I really recommend using these. Rachael's knowledge, expertise, speed and professionalism was second to none. Angela Chalmers was also a delight, amazing communication, nothing was too much trouble. We look forward to using these amazing people to act for us again in the not too distant future.

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Karen Hewitt

Housing & Property

Karen

Communication has been perfect and I have been updated effectively along the way. All my queries were dealt with appropriately. I would have no hesitation to recommend Emily's services to others

Contact & Locations - Leathes Prior

Opening hours

Monday 08:30–05:30
Tuesday 08:30–05:30
Wednesday 08:30–05:30
Thursday 08:30–05:30
Friday 08:30–05:30
Saturday (Closed)
Sunday (Closed)

74 The Close, Norwich, Norfolk, NR1 4DR

Reviews

5.0 /5 55 Reviews
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What clients say about Leathes Prior

Clients praise the firm’s strong expertise in residential conveyancing, property sales and purchases, probate and estate administration, commercial property, employment matters and wills/trusts. Reviews highlight smooth handling of straightforward and complex transactions, with clear guidance and thorough legal knowledge. Client-valued soft skills include professionalism, rapid responsiveness, clear communication, patience, honesty, approachability and proactive support. The team is often described as reassuring, efficient and genuinely supportive, helping to reduce stress and keep matters moving to successful completion.

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Mark Seager

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Housing & Property

House sale

Excellent service start to finish very efficient

A representative from Leathes Prior responded to this review

Hello Mark Thank you for your kind review, we are so pleased we were able to assist. Best wishes LP

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Jimmy Hupton

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Housing & Property

Great conveyancers

I have used both Lilly and Jakes teams at Leathes Prior and both have been very efficient and most importantly very timely and quick at responding to my emails and getting the mortages completed - Ive had other solicitors not reply for days or just go awol - these guys its never a worry

A representative from Leathes Prior responded to this review

Hello Jimmy Thank you for this kind review for Lily and Jake. We are so pleased they were able to assist. Best wishes LP

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Sally Brignell

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Housing & Property

Conveyancing

We have used Leathes Prior for a number of years for conveyancing and have always received excellent service. Everything is dealt with promptly. Communication is excellent. The team are both professional and knowledgeable. Madison King and Kate Newsom did an excellent job for us and we are very grateful to them.

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Hello Sally Thank you for this kind review for Madison and Kate. We are so pleased they was able to assist you with this matter. Best wishes LP

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Anonymous

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Commercial Property

Excellent professional support in complex lease negotiation

LP, and in particular Rebecca Millard, provided our company with excellent advice and support throughout the final negotiations of a complex commercial lease. Attention to detail, speed of response, informed advice and faithful representation and negotiation of our position characterised their support. Their engagement with us was friendly and good value.

A representative from Leathes Prior responded to this review

Hello Thank you for this lovely review. We are so pleased Rebecca was able to assist. Best wishes LP

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Thanh

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Housing & Property

Excellent service

Anna Jordan and her team were exceptional throughout the sale process, including managing my aborted purchase and securing the completion on my new build. Her professionalism is outstanding; she provided thorough, clear advice on complex legal documents, searches, and mortgage issues. Her communication was prompt and proactive—she constantly chased the unresponsive third-party solicitors and management companies on my behalf, even involving the estate agent to push matters forward. She demonstrated a truly empathetic attitude, sharing in my frustration over external delays and always reassuring me we were pursuing the best course of action. I was consistently kept in the loop and felt completely supported through a very long process. Highly recommend for her dedication and client care

A representative from Leathes Prior responded to this review

Hello Thank you so much for this kind review and words for Anna. We are so pleased she was able to assist you throughout the entire sales process. Congratulations! Best wishes LP

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Peter Bavin

Commercial Property

Peter

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

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Hello Peter Thank you for this lovely review for Penny. We are so pleased she was able to assist you. Best wishes LP

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t blackford

Commercial Property

A client

I have instructed Rebecca Millard on a number of occasions. I have always found that she has provided a first rate professional service & I would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone seeking legal advice on commercial property.

Hello Thank you for this kind review for Rebecca, we are pleased she able to assist you. Best wishes LP

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Karen Hewitt

Housing & Property

Karen

Emily Whelband at Leathes Prior has been outstanding in supporting the sale of my property. There were a few unexpected issues along the way which were dealt with in a timely and professional manner. Communication has been perfect and I have been updated effectively along the way. All my queries were dealt with appropriately. I would have no hesitation to recommend Emily's services to others

Hello Karen Thank you for taking the time to leave such a kind review. We're delighted to hear that Emily was able to support you throughout your property sale. We really appreciate your recommendation and wish you all the best for the future. Best wishes LP

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Aliona Derrett

Aliona

Professional, expert and timely advice and service. Very friendly, responsive and client centered team, whom we, undoubtedly, will be engaging in the future. Thank you for all your help and support with sorting ou our commercial lease!

Hello Aliona Thank you for your lovely review. We are so pleased we were able to assist. Best wishes LP

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William Randell

Commercial Property

William

Leathes Prior have been my go to law firm for a number of years since meeting one of their solicitors at a Brown & Co property auction in Norwich. Over the subsequent 8 years or so, they have produced a number of commercial leases for me and assisted with property transactions. I have consistently received good advice and would like to particularly thank Lucy Whipps and Penny Welling for some great work recently.

Hello William Thank you for leaving this kind review for Lucy and Penny. We are so pleased they were able to assist. Thank you for continuing to use Leathes Prior. Best wishes LP

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Clients praise the firm’s strong expertise in residential conveyancing, property sales and purchases, probate and estate administration, commercial property, employment matters and wills/trusts. Reviews highlight smooth handling of straightforward and complex transactions, with clear guidance and thorough legal knowledge. Client-valued soft skills include professionalism, rapid responsiveness, clear communication, patience, honesty, approachability and proactive support. The team is often described as reassuring, efficient and genuinely supportive, helping to reduce stress and keep matters moving to successful completion.

Clear communication
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Helpful support
Efficient handling
Kept updated
Friendly team
Knowledgeable advice
Patient guidance
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Richard Smith

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Road Traffic Law

No substitute for experience!

Matthew provided exemplary advice with regard to my potential driving ban. Whilst recognising that 12 points is 12 points he presented the extenuating circumstances appropriately and in a manner that was likely to be heard by the court. I could not recommend him more highly.

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Hello Richard Thank you so much for this review for Matthew, we are pleased he was able to support you and provide exemplary advice. Best wishes LP

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Mark & Kate B

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Housing & Property

Excellent & Very Professional service

We would highly recommend Using Leathes Prior for any of the Legal needs , we have used Leathes Prior on a number of occasions in the past and will always continue to use Leathes prior in the future. We find them to be very professional and easy to communicate with, responses are very quick and our property purchase went through very quick and easy. We would like to thank you Anna J & Izabela C for there hard work and clear communication through out the whole process. We will 100 % be sure to carry on using Leathes Prior for all of our legal needs in the future. Thank you

A representative from Leathes Prior responded to this review

Hello Thank you so much for your kind review. We are pleased Anna and Izabela was able to assist you with the purchase of your property. Best wishes LP

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MRC

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Housing & Property

Conveyancing

All went well. Initial contact forms were a bit laborious but with some assistance they were completed ok.

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Hello Thank you for the kind review. We are pleased we were able to assist. Best wishes LP

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Emma

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Beyond expectations

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.

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Hello Emma Thank you for your lovely review. We are so pleased both teams weere able to assist you. Best wishes LP

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Diane Bowman

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Housing & Property

Sale of two properties

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.

A representative from Leathes Prior responded to this review

Hello Diane Thank you for your lovely review for Rachael and Angela, we are so pleased they were able to assist you for both sales of your properties. It is great to hear you will be using us again! Best wishes LP

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Daniel Sanderson

Daniel

Leathes Prior acted for us on the sale of our company and were fantastic throughout. Alex Saunders and his team made a stressful process so much easier, with clear communication and invaluable advice. Thank you.

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Umer Jatt

Umer

Extremely disappointing experience. We instructed Leathes Prior in connection with a significant commercial lease and nursery development. We subsequently found ourselves exposed to substantial costs associated with the condition of the property. To be clear, my criticism is not that a solicitor should have discovered structural defects. My concern is that we entered into a full repairing lease without a Schedule of Condition and I do not believe the potentially significant financial consequences of taking on responsibility for pre-existing disrepair were explained to us clearly enough before we committed. I raised these concerns formally with the firm and received their final complaint response rejecting the complaint. Having reviewed that response and the underlying correspondence, I remain deeply dissatisfied. For a transaction involving a substantial investment and a long-term lease, I expected advice that clearly translated the legal wording into the commercial and financial risks we were actually assuming. Unfortunately, based on my experience, I could not recommend Leathes Prior for this type of transaction.

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George Jackson-Stops

George

Emily and Trish were fantastic when acting on behalf of one of of my sellers. It is always a pleasure to work alongside responsive and sensible solicitors. Leathers Prior helped to get this transaction to a successful conclusion despite the inefficiency of the buyers solicitor. Thank you and I will be recommending.

Hello George Thank you so much for this lovely review. We are so pleased they were able to assist you. Best wishes LP

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Peter Bavin

Commercial Property

Peter

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

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Hello Peter Thank you for this lovely review for Penny. We are so pleased she was able to assist you. Best wishes LP

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Daisy Beech

Housing & Property

Daisy

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.

A representative from Leathes Prior responded to this review

Hello Daisy Thank you for the lovely review for Rachael. We are so pleased she was able to assist you during your house purchase. Best of luck in your new home! Best wishes LP

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