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Walker Foster Limited

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First Floor, High Point House, 7 Victoria Avenue, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 1EQ

01423 222950

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First Floor, High Point House, 7 Victoria Avenue, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 1EQ

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4.8
Excellent
812 Reviews
95%
Value for
Money
12% above
national average
95%+
Success
Rate
15% above
national average
95%+
Would
Recommend
16% above
national average
Communication 4.8/5
Initial Impressions 4.8/5
Approachability 4.8/5
Documentation Accuracy 4.8/5
Legal Knowledge 4.8/5
Value for money 4.8/5

Accreditations

Walker Foster Limited are accredited by

Lexcel - excellence in legal practice management and client care accreditation awarded to Walker Foster Limited
The Law Society accreditation awarded to Walker Foster Limited
Conveyancing Quality Scheme accreditation awarded to Walker Foster Limited

Description

Walker Foster is a long-established and respected general practice law firm founded in 1919, with offices in Skipton, Barnoldswick, Silsden, Settle, Ilkley, Northallerton and Harrogate. Our vision is to always be the first choice for local legal expertise, creating a connection with the communities surrounding our offices as a trustworthy and caring company. We aim to provide valued and reliable legal services to generations both now and in the future.

Rankings by area of expertise

4.8
Excellent
1,181 Reviews
95%
Value for
Money
12% above
national average
95%+
Success
Rate
15% above
national average
95%+
Would
Recommend
16% above
national average
Communication 4.8/5
Initial Impressions 4.8/5
Approachability 4.8/5
Documentation Accuracy 4.8/5
Legal Knowledge 4.8/5
Value for money 4.7/5

Accreditations

Walker Foster Limited are accredited by

Lexcel - excellence in legal practice management and client care accreditation awarded to Walker Foster Limited
The Law Society accreditation awarded to Walker Foster Limited
Conveyancing Quality Scheme accreditation awarded to Walker Foster Limited

Description

Walker Foster is a long-established and respected general practice law firm founded in 1919, with offices in Skipton, Barnoldswick, Silsden, Settle, Ilkley, Northallerton and Harrogate. Our vision is to always be the first choice for local legal expertise, creating a connection with the communities surrounding our offices as a trustworthy and caring company. We aim to provide valued and reliable legal services to generations both now and in the future.

Rankings by area of expertise

Meet the team of Walker Foster Limited

Craig Williams

Craig Williams

Executive Director and Head of Corporate & Commercial

4.9 17
Jennifer Lee

Jennifer Lee

Senior Chartered Legal Executive

4.8 6

Meet the team of Walker Foster Limited

Craig Williams

Craig Williams

Executive Director and Head of Corporate & Commercial

4.9 17
Allan Stewart

Allan Stewart

Senior Solicitor

5.0 11
Jennifer Lee

Jennifer Lee

Senior Chartered Legal Executive

4.8 6
Sarah Buxton

Sarah Buxton

Senior Solicitor

4.8 5
Katie Hindmarsh

Katie Hindmarsh

Solicitor

4.8 4

Contact details

01423 222950
info@walkerfoster.com
www.walkerfoster.com

Opening hours

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)

First Floor, High Point House, 7 Victoria Avenue, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 1EQ

Reviews

4.8 /5 812 Reviews
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    The firm specialises in property (conveyancing, purchases, sales, remortgages), family law (divorce/settlement), wills, powers of attorney and estate administration. Clients praise strong technical expertise, clear explanations and efficient, thorough handling of complex matters. Valued soft skills include excellent communication, responsiveness, patience, professionalism, empathy and a calm, reassuring manner. Reviewers highlight proactivity, tenacity, personal touch and dedication that keep transactions moving smoothly and reduce stress, making the firm highly recommended for both routine and challenging legal matters.

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    Katie

    Housing & Property

    House purchase

    Amber was my solicitor during my house purchase and she was brilliant from start to finish. She was really responsive, explained things clearly, and was always quick to get back to me, which made a huge difference. The whole process felt smooth and well handled, and I always felt like things were under control. I’m really grateful for her help and would happily recommend her to anyone buying a house.

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    legal expert Amber-Leigh Brunton Amber-Leigh Brunton

    from Walker Foster Limited

    Thank you for the brilliant feedback, Katie! We are absolutely delighted to hear that Amber provided such responsive, clear, and reassuring support from start to finish. Keeping things smooth and under control is exactly what we aim for during a house purchase. Congratulations on your new home! We truly appreciate your gratitude and your high recommendation.

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    anonymous

    Housing & Property

    Fantastic!

    Kevin and Laura were very patient, understanding, and communicated well throughout. Their professionalism made the entire process run smoothly, and I would highly recommend them.

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    legal expert Kevin Campbell Kevin Campbell

    from Walker Foster Limited

    Thank you for your review. We are delighted to hear that Kevin and Laura's professionalism, patience, and clear communication ensured a smooth experience. We appreciate your business and your high recommendation.

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    Vic Mic H

    Commercial Property

    2 sales 1 purchase Excellent service from start to finish.

    Rizzwana took up the task of selling our Farm for us (which was sold in two lots) and the purchase of a residential property with lots of enthusiasm. The process was handled very professionally and efficiently she has great communication skills and questions always answered promptly , in fact usually straight away nothing was ever left hanging. Rizzwana has such a wonderful work ethic and sometimes clearly dealt with issues out of office hours if deemed necessary.Nothing seems to be too much trouble and to meet her you can see her enthusiasm for her job ,it is clear that she genuinely cares about achieving the best outcome and keeps everything moving smoothly.That level of commitment gave us real confidence and satisfaction so thank you Rizzwana for making what could have been a stressful experience so much easier.We would highly recommend her services to others.

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    legal expert Rizzwana Bashir Rizzwana Bashir

    from Walker Foster Limited

    Thank you for the fantastic and detailed feedback, Vic! Selling a farm in multiple lots alongside a residential purchase is a major undertaking, and we are absolutely thrilled that Rizzwana handled it all with such incredible enthusiasm and professionalism. Her stellar communication, prompt answers, and willingness to go above and beyond, even out of office hours are exactly what make her so special. Thank you so much for your high recommendation, and we wish you all the absolute best with your next chapter!

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    anonymous

    Housing & Property

    Good experience

    I would recommend walker fosters. They dealt with our purchase and sale, and kept us updated throughout the process. Amie and Emily were brilliant, really helpful and friendly and gave us regular updates. Thanks again!

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    legal expert Emily Throup Emily Throup

    from Walker Foster Limited

    Thank you for choosing Walker Foster to handle your move. We know how important communication is during a house sale and purchase, so it is fantastic to hear that you felt well-informed every step of the way. Amie and Emily will be absolutely delighted by your kind words about their friendly, helpful support and timely updates. We wish you all the very best in your new home!

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    anonymous

    Housing & Property

    Fast, Efficient and Clear

    Mariette was highly recommended by my estate agent and assisted with my leasehold house sale - she made a complicated sale clear and gave practical advice along the way. It was a smooth journey from beginning to end, as fast as possible. Mariette is calm and efficient and I would recommend her as we all know moving house is stressful!

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    legal expert Mariette Marren Mariette Marren

    from Walker Foster Limited

    Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for recommending Mariette. We’re delighted she was able to make your leasehold sale clear and manageable.

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    Jane Naik

    Housing & Property

    Jane

    Helpful and kind in a stressful situation

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    legal expert Stuart Rowland Stuart Rowland

    from Walker Foster Limited

    Thank you, Jane, for your feedback. We’re pleased to hear you found the team helpful and kind during a stressful Conveyancing situation.

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    Rachel Cordice

    Housing & Property

    Rachel

    After using walker foster I would not go anywhere else! From start to finish the whole team at walker foster were amazing, they were very professional and i felt me needs were fully understood and met! I received the best quality service i could ask for! Definately reccomend!

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    legal expert Craig Williams Craig Williams

    from Walker Foster Limited

    Dear Rachel. Thank you for your kind feedback. We are delighted to hear that you would not go anywhere else and that the team provided such a professional and supportive service from start to finish. It is great to know you felt your needs were fully understood and met and that you received the highest quality of service. We really appreciate your recommendation and you taking the time to share your experience.

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    Steven Briggs

    Housing & Property

    Steven

    We used Walker Foster to deal with the legalities of our house purchase. Sue was amazing and very thorough. No problems at all and communication was great!

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    legal expert Sue Hartley Sue Hartley

    from Walker Foster Limited

    Dear Steven. Thank you for your kind feedback. We are delighted to hear that Sue and the team supported you so effectively with your house purchase, and that you found the service thorough with great communication throughout. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.

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    Freya Verity

    Housing & Property

    Freya

    Would highly recommend Walker Foster if you are buying/selling a house! Sue and her team were amazing from start to finish and even though we had a very long, challenging chain she managed to keep on top of everything to ensure quickest possible completion times!

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    legal expert Sue Hartley Sue Hartley

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    Dear Freya. Thank you for your kind feedback. We are delighted to hear that Sue and the team provided excellent support throughout your house sale and purchase, especially given the challenges of a long chain. It is great to know they were able to keep everything on track and help achieve the quickest possible completion. We really appreciate your recommendation and you taking the time to share your experience.

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    Ruth

    Great solicitors. Very helpful ☺️

    from Walker Foster Limited

    Dear Ruth. Thank you for your kind feedback. We are pleased to hear that you found our solicitors very helpful. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.

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    4.8 /5 1181 Reviews
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      The firm specialises in property (conveyancing, purchases, sales, remortgages), family law (divorce/settlement), wills, powers of attorney and estate administration. Clients praise strong technical expertise, clear explanations and efficient, thorough handling of complex matters. Valued soft skills include excellent communication, responsiveness, patience, professionalism, empathy and a calm, reassuring manner. Reviewers highlight proactivity, tenacity, personal touch and dedication that keep transactions moving smoothly and reduce stress, making the firm highly recommended for both routine and challenging legal matters.

      Responsive communication
      Clear explanations
      Professional conduct
      Efficient handling
      Friendly staff
      Proactive management
      Thorough attention
      Personalised service
      Reliable updates
      Strong expertise

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      Katie

      Housing & Property

      House purchase

      Amber was my solicitor during my house purchase and she was brilliant from start to finish. She was really responsive, explained things clearly, and was always quick to get back to me, which made a huge difference. The whole process felt smooth and well handled, and I always felt like things were under control. I’m really grateful for her help and would happily recommend her to anyone buying a house.

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      legal expert Amber-Leigh Brunton Amber-Leigh Brunton

      from Walker Foster Limited

      Thank you for the brilliant feedback, Katie! We are absolutely delighted to hear that Amber provided such responsive, clear, and reassuring support from start to finish. Keeping things smooth and under control is exactly what we aim for during a house purchase. Congratulations on your new home! We truly appreciate your gratitude and your high recommendation.

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      anonymous

      Housing & Property

      Fantastic!

      Kevin and Laura were very patient, understanding, and communicated well throughout. Their professionalism made the entire process run smoothly, and I would highly recommend them.

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      legal expert Kevin Campbell Kevin Campbell

      from Walker Foster Limited

      Thank you for your review. We are delighted to hear that Kevin and Laura's professionalism, patience, and clear communication ensured a smooth experience. We appreciate your business and your high recommendation.

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      Vic Mic H

      Commercial Property

      2 sales 1 purchase Excellent service from start to finish.

      Rizzwana took up the task of selling our Farm for us (which was sold in two lots) and the purchase of a residential property with lots of enthusiasm. The process was handled very professionally and efficiently she has great communication skills and questions always answered promptly , in fact usually straight away nothing was ever left hanging. Rizzwana has such a wonderful work ethic and sometimes clearly dealt with issues out of office hours if deemed necessary.Nothing seems to be too much trouble and to meet her you can see her enthusiasm for her job ,it is clear that she genuinely cares about achieving the best outcome and keeps everything moving smoothly.That level of commitment gave us real confidence and satisfaction so thank you Rizzwana for making what could have been a stressful experience so much easier.We would highly recommend her services to others.

      Solicitors tagged in
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      legal expert Rizzwana Bashir Rizzwana Bashir

      from Walker Foster Limited

      Thank you for the fantastic and detailed feedback, Vic! Selling a farm in multiple lots alongside a residential purchase is a major undertaking, and we are absolutely thrilled that Rizzwana handled it all with such incredible enthusiasm and professionalism. Her stellar communication, prompt answers, and willingness to go above and beyond, even out of office hours are exactly what make her so special. Thank you so much for your high recommendation, and we wish you all the absolute best with your next chapter!

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      anonymous

      Housing & Property

      Good experience

      I would recommend walker fosters. They dealt with our purchase and sale, and kept us updated throughout the process. Amie and Emily were brilliant, really helpful and friendly and gave us regular updates. Thanks again!

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      legal expert Emily Throup Emily Throup

      from Walker Foster Limited

      Thank you for choosing Walker Foster to handle your move. We know how important communication is during a house sale and purchase, so it is fantastic to hear that you felt well-informed every step of the way. Amie and Emily will be absolutely delighted by your kind words about their friendly, helpful support and timely updates. We wish you all the very best in your new home!

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      anonymous

      Family Law

      Got me through the worst time of my life.

      After an incredibly difficult three-year divorce process, I have finally achieved a fair settlement, and I honestly do not believe I could have done it without Sara Rutter and Gillian Petty at Walker Foster Solicitors. From the very beginning, Sara was professional, calm, determined, and completely committed to achieving the best possible outcome for me. Despite every challenge put in the way, Sara remained focused, strategic, and relentless in pushing the case forward. Thanks to her expertise, persistence, and support, my divorce has now been finalised & I have received a fair settlement. More importantly, she helped me stay grounded and confident during one of the most difficult periods of my life. I cannot recommend Sara Rutter, Gillian Petty and Walker Foster Solicitors highly enough to anyone facing complex or high-conflict family proceedings. Their professionalism, integrity, and dedication truly made all the difference.

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      Sara Rutter

      Thank you C , it has been a real pleasure acting for you and I will genuinely miss our conversations. I am delighted we achieved such a positive outcome and I am especially pleased to know you are happy with the result . Thank you for placing your trust in us and I wish you all the very best for the future.

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      Jane Naik

      Housing & Property

      Jane

      Helpful and kind in a stressful situation

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      legal expert Stuart Rowland Stuart Rowland

      from Walker Foster Limited

      Thank you, Jane, for your feedback. We’re pleased to hear you found the team helpful and kind during a stressful Conveyancing situation.

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      Rachel Cordice

      Housing & Property

      Rachel

      After using walker foster I would not go anywhere else! From start to finish the whole team at walker foster were amazing, they were very professional and i felt me needs were fully understood and met! I received the best quality service i could ask for! Definately reccomend!

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      legal expert Craig Williams Craig Williams

      from Walker Foster Limited

      Dear Rachel. Thank you for your kind feedback. We are delighted to hear that you would not go anywhere else and that the team provided such a professional and supportive service from start to finish. It is great to know you felt your needs were fully understood and met and that you received the highest quality of service. We really appreciate your recommendation and you taking the time to share your experience.

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      Steven Briggs

      Housing & Property

      Steven

      We used Walker Foster to deal with the legalities of our house purchase. Sue was amazing and very thorough. No problems at all and communication was great!

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      legal expert Sue Hartley Sue Hartley

      from Walker Foster Limited

      Dear Steven. Thank you for your kind feedback. We are delighted to hear that Sue and the team supported you so effectively with your house purchase, and that you found the service thorough with great communication throughout. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.

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      Ricky

      Ricky

      Recommend by a friend for help with my mother in laws will. Excellent service, friendly & professional staff.

      from Walker Foster Limited

      Dear Ricky. Thank you for your kind feedback. We are pleased to hear that you were recommended to us and that you received excellent service from our friendly and professional staff while dealing with your mother-in-law’s Will. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.

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      Freya Verity

      Housing & Property

      Freya

      Would highly recommend Walker Foster if you are buying/selling a house! Sue and her team were amazing from start to finish and even though we had a very long, challenging chain she managed to keep on top of everything to ensure quickest possible completion times!

      Legal experts tagged in
      this review

      legal expert Sue Hartley Sue Hartley

      from Walker Foster Limited

      Dear Freya. Thank you for your kind feedback. We are delighted to hear that Sue and the team provided excellent support throughout your house sale and purchase, especially given the challenges of a long chain. It is great to know they were able to keep everything on track and help achieve the quickest possible completion. We really appreciate your recommendation and you taking the time to share your experience.

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