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Slater Heelis

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Popeshead Court Offices, Peter Lane, York, North Yorkshire, YO1 8SU

03301113131

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Popeshead Court Offices, Peter Lane, York, North Yorkshire, YO1 8SU

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5.0
Excellent
66 Reviews
95%
Value for
Money
95%+
Success
Rate
95%+
Would
Recommend
Communication 5.0/5
Initial Impressions 4.9/5
Approachability 5.0/5
Documentation Accuracy 5.0/5
Legal Knowledge 5.0/5
Value for money 4.7/5

Accreditations

Slater Heelis are accredited by

Family Law accreditation awarded to Slater Heelis
The Law Society accreditation awarded to Slater Heelis
Conveyancing Quality Scheme accreditation awarded to Slater Heelis

Description

Slater Heelis is an established and friendly full-service law firm with roots in Manchester, where we have two offices. We are now also operating nationally and have a by-appointment-only office in London, Leeds, Liverpool, York and Sheffield. Our team of solicitors can advise you on many legal matters, as our broad service offering caters to individuals and businesses alike. We have been in business for over 250 years and continue to grow and thrive, helping our clients to do the same.

Rankings by area of expertise

Local 1 / 595
National 21 / 11,149
4.9
Excellent
2,015 Reviews
95%
Value for
Money
12% above
national average
95%+
Success
Rate
14% above
national average
95%+
Would
Recommend
15% above
national average
Communication 4.9/5
Initial Impressions 4.9/5
Approachability 4.9/5
Documentation Accuracy 4.9/5
Legal Knowledge 4.9/5
Value for money 4.8/5

Accreditations

Slater Heelis are accredited by

Family Law accreditation awarded to Slater Heelis
The Law Society accreditation awarded to Slater Heelis
Conveyancing Quality Scheme accreditation awarded to Slater Heelis

Description

Slater Heelis is an established and friendly full-service law firm with roots in Manchester, where we have two offices. We are now also operating nationally and have a by-appointment-only office in London, Leeds, Liverpool, York and Sheffield. Our team of solicitors can advise you on many legal matters, as our broad service offering caters to individuals and businesses alike. We have been in business for over 250 years and continue to grow and thrive, helping our clients to do the same.

Rankings by area of expertise

Housing & Property 1 / 230
Family Law 1 / 3,763
Personal Injury 1 / 143
Wills, Trusts & Probate 1 / 162
Employment 1 / 264
Crime/ Criminal Defence 1 / 37
Commercial Property 1 / 307
Dispute Resolution 1 / 404
Company & Commercial 1 / 209
Litigation 1 / 412
Consumer 1 / 273
Private Client Law 1 / 52
Banking 1 / 314
Child Law 1 / 54
Clinical Negligence 1 / 55
Driving offences 1 / 32
Contract Law 1 / 99
Money & Tax 1 / 210
Actions against the police 1 / 21
Road Traffic Law 1 / 79
Welfare & Benefits 1 / 77
Commercial and Business Law 1 / 41
IT & Intellectual Property 1 / 120
Animal Law 1 / 108
Company Law 1 / 446
Compliance Law 1 / 75
Construction 1 / 395
Corporate Law 1 / 794
Disability Law 1 / 239
LGBT Law 1 / 92
Professional Negligence 1 / 506
Tort Law 1 / 88
Appeals Law 1 / 114
Business Law 1 / 35
Charities 1 / 270
Court of Protection and Deputyship 1 / 36
Criminal Law 1 / 120
Discrimination Law 1 / 53
Domestic Violence Law 1 / 80
Education 1 / 51
Immigration 1 / 47
Inheritance Law 1 / 66
Land Law 1 / 86
Licensing Law 1 / 72
Pensions Law 1 / 218
Regulations 1 / 982
Adjudication Law 1 / 25
Advocacy Law 1 / 13
Agriculture 1 / 36
Artificial Intelligence Law 1 / 96
Asset Management 1 / 205
Bribery and Corruption Law 1 / 216
Civil Law 1 / 4
Commercial Law 1 / 31
Copyright Law 1 / 149
Cybersecurity and Data Protection Law 1 / 412
Debt and Tax Law 1 / 74
Defamation Law 1 / 18
Digital Law 1 / 175
Energy Law 1 / 179
Enforcement Law 1 / 88
Entertainment and Media Law 1 / 55
Environmental Law 1 / 368
Equality Law 1 / 438
Evidence Law 1 / 86
Franchise Law 1 / 116
Government Contracts Law 1 / 124
Government Investigations 1 / 393
Health and Safety Law 1 / 535
IT and Technology Law 1 / 129
Infrastructure Law 1 / 115
Injunctions Law 1 / 77
Insurance Law 1 / 79
Intellectual Property Law 1 / 315
International Arbitration Law 1 / 127
International Business Law 1 / 203
International Law 1 / 64
Jurisdiction Law 1 / 105
Maritime Law 1 / 79
Media Law 1 / 92
Mergers and Acquisitions Law 1 / 67
National Insurance Law 1 / 162
Nuisance Law 1 / 18
Occupational Health Law 1 / 153
Planning Law 1 / 59
Prison Law 1 / 38
Privacy Law 1 / 255
Regulatory Law 1 / 118
Social Law 1 / 34
Sports Law 1 / 99
Transport Law 1 / 66
Weapon Law 1 / 82
White Collar Crime 1 / 196
Local 1 / 595
Housing & Property 5 / 4,699
Family Law 1 / 4,151
Personal Injury 16 / 2,600
Wills, Trusts & Probate 32 / 3,723
Employment 16 / 3,553
Crime/ Criminal Defence 28 / 2,121
Commercial Property 31 / 3,589
Dispute Resolution 5 / 1,783
Company & Commercial 21 / 4,066
Litigation 2 / 899
Consumer 21 / 4,319
Private Client Law 8 / 321
Banking 2 / 1,011
Child Law 20 / 1,639
Clinical Negligence 35 / 1,224
Driving offences 24 / 629
Contract Law 14 / 1,409
Money & Tax 7 / 1,915
Actions against the police 7 / 186
Road Traffic Law 5 / 251
Welfare & Benefits 8 / 1,039
Commercial and Business Law 5 / 367
IT & Intellectual Property 8 / 1,090
Animal Law 1 / 116
Company Law 4 / 959
Compliance Law 3 / 443
Construction 4 / 843
Corporate Law 1 / 841
Disability Law 6 / 601
LGBT Law 2 / 233
Professional Negligence 4 / 1,280
Tort Law 2 / 140
Appeals Law 3 / 847
Business Law 6 / 480
Charities 3 / 755
Court of Protection and Deputyship 6 / 579
Criminal Law 15 / 1,002
Discrimination Law 14 / 494
Domestic Violence Law 9 / 894
Education 15 / 417
Immigration 102 / 2,252
Inheritance Law 14 / 685
Land Law 9 / 1,310
Licensing Law 10 / 496
Pensions Law 2 / 483
Regulations 2 / 2,343
Adjudication Law 4 / 244
Advocacy Law 3 / 161
Agriculture 60 / 815
Artificial Intelligence Law 1 / 98
Asset Management 3 / 393
Bribery and Corruption Law 2 / 410
Civil Law 8 / 79
Commercial Law 14 / 203
Copyright Law 4 / 512
Cybersecurity and Data Protection Law 7 / 875
Debt and Tax Law 9 / 775
Defamation Law 7 / 270
Digital Law 2 / 294
Energy Law 8 / 353
Enforcement Law 3 / 566
Entertainment and Media Law 1 / 56
Environmental Law 1 / 391
Equality Law 6 / 1,076
Evidence Law 2 / 182
Franchise Law 1 / 120
Government Contracts Law 1 / 132
Government Investigations 1 / 407
Health and Safety Law 1 / 572
IT and Technology Law 1 / 134
Infrastructure Law 3 / 184
Injunctions Law 4 / 922
Insurance Law 11 / 642
Intellectual Property Law 4 / 616
International Arbitration Law 1 / 130
International Business Law 1 / 209
International Law 3 / 372
Jurisdiction Law 2 / 167
Maritime Law 1 / 84
Media Law 1 / 98
Mergers and Acquisitions Law 8 / 431
National Insurance Law 4 / 416
Nuisance Law 3 / 231
Occupational Health Law 2 / 423
Planning Law 12 / 577
Prison Law 2 / 238
Privacy Law 3 / 507
Regulatory Law 3 / 261
Social Law 2 / 223
Sports Law 3 / 303
Transport Law 3 / 139
Weapon Law 1 / 85
White Collar Crime 1 / 208
National 21 / 11,149

Contact details

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Popeshead Court Offices, Peter Lane, York, North Yorkshire, YO1 8SU

Reviews

5.0 /5 66 Reviews
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    Highly regarded for family law, divorce and financial proceedings, conveyancing, probate, wills and trusts, employment law, personal injury, commercial disputes and property litigation. Clients praise the firm’s strong legal expertise, clear guidance and practical, outcome-focused advice, often in complex or time-sensitive matters. Soft skills frequently valued include professionalism, empathy, patience, responsiveness, approachability and excellent communication. The team is seen as supportive, reassuring and efficient, helping to reduce stress while keeping clients well informed and confident throughout the process.

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    Extremely knowledgeable and professional

    Mike helped me through an extremely challenging set of circumstances with expert counsel. The patience to listen and understand a complex series of events and set of circumstances, combined with deep knowledge and experience of the law helped me secure the best outcome possible. A true expert and a gentleman, thank you sincerely.

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    legal expert Mike Sophocleous Mike Sophocleous

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    It means a great deal to hear that Mike was able to provide such thoughtful and knowledgeable support during a difficult time. We’re pleased that his experience and careful approach helped guide you through the complexities of your matter.

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    Michael W

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    Reassuring to have someone so experienced

    Rachel was recommended to me by another lawyer who I had worked with in a different area of law. I contacted Rachel by email, an got a response within hours that she was in court and would call be when she was finished. She did just that even though it was after 6.30pm on a Friday. From my first conversation with Rachel is was clear how experienced she was and that the deeply reassuring given the circumstances. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Rachel to anyone I knew

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    legal expert Rachel Fletcher Rachel Fletcher

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    Michael, we are delighted to hear that Rachel provided such a reassuring service and was there when you needed her. Thank you for your kind feedback and recommendation.

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    NFA

    I initially chose Slater Heelis because I required an out of region firm to ensure complete impartiality. They also came highly recommended by the National Autistic Society and they completely lived up to that recommendation. My solicitor, Hannah, operated with the utmost professionalism throughout. She was incredibly direct and clear in her communication and at no point did I ever feel judged, which made a difficult situation much easier to navigate. When it came to defending my case, Hannah left no stone unturned and handled it with absolute precision. Hannah was also remarkably quick to respond when an email from a serving police whistleblower came through over a weekend, ensuring the critical breakthrough was handled immediately. Not only was my case fully resolved with a NFA outcome, but the support went above and beyond standard legal defense. Upon conclusion, I was provided me with a clear chronology of events specifically designed to assist me in launching a formal complaint against the police. I am incredibly grateful for the quality of representation that I have received.

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    legal expert Hannah Costley Hannah Costley

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    We are very pleased to know that Hannah provided such clear, diligent and compassionate support throughout your case. Thank you for taking the time to share such thoughtful feedback and for recognising Hannah’s dedication.

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    The Best Representation

    Michael is one of the most knowledgeable solicitors I have come across, has skin in the game and gets the job done. You will not regret having mr Sophocleous in your corner!!

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    legal expert Mike Sophocleous Mike Sophocleous

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    Thank you, Matthew. We are grateful for your confidence in Mike and his approach. It is always encouraging to know that his expertise and commitment made a positive impression. We appreciate your recommendation.

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    Peter francis

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    Disclosure barring service response

    They’re very Good in responding back to Disclosure barring service and they will support you professionally and to the best of their abilities. I’m really appreciative and grateful for their their representation and support. I was not barred from te adult and children’s barred list because of Rachel who took my case aamd wrote a nice draft to responded back .

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    legal expert Rachel Mason Rachel Mason

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    Thank you, Peter, for your kind feedback. We are pleased to hear that Rachel provided professional support and clear guidance throughout your matter. We are delighted that you felt well represented and supported, and we greatly appreciate your recommendation.

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    4.9 /5 2015 Reviews
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      Highly regarded for family law, divorce and financial proceedings, conveyancing, probate, wills and trusts, employment law, personal injury, commercial disputes and property litigation. Clients praise the firm’s strong legal expertise, clear guidance and practical, outcome-focused advice, often in complex or time-sensitive matters. Soft skills frequently valued include professionalism, empathy, patience, responsiveness, approachability and excellent communication. The team is seen as supportive, reassuring and efficient, helping to reduce stress while keeping clients well informed and confident throughout the process.

      Clear communication
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      Expert knowledge
      Prompt responses
      Supportive guidance
      Compassionate approach
      Efficient handling
      Excellent advice
      Kept informed
      Stress-free process

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      Kimberley

      I cannot thank Alex Barley enough for his incredible support with the clinical negligence claim following the tragic passing of my wife. My wife was incorrectly administered a Grade 4 (major harm) dose of Alemtuzumab instead of her prescribed medication, and sadly passed away seven months later. Throughout this incredibly painful and complex process, Alex was exceptionally professional, empathetic, and kept me informed every step of the way. Thanks to his dedication and hard work, we achieved a satisfactory result. I highly recommend Alex and the services of Slater Heelis during such difficult times.

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      Excellent service

      Debbie was astute and keenly aware of all the issues at play. I would thoroughly recommend her to anyone facing an employment dispute.

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      It’s great to hear that Debbie provided such knowledgeable and attentive support with your employment matter. We’re pleased you felt in capable hands and really appreciate your recommendation.

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      Look no further

      Throughout my divorce financial proceedings, Charlotte was understanding, professional and knowledgeably explained my options and best courses of action. I am glad I chose her to represent me and recommend her highly.

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      legal expert Charlotte Beck Charlotte Beck

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      It’s lovely to hear that Charlotte provided clear advice and steady support throughout your proceedings. We’re pleased you felt confident in her guidance and really appreciate your kind words and recommendation.

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      Highly recommend Scott Salisbury services

      I would highly recommend this solicitor. He was very proactive throughout the whole process and was always available to answer any queries whenever I needed help or clarification. His communication and support were excellent, and I always felt that my case was being handled professionally and efficiently. He was a great solicitor and made the whole process much easier and less stressful. I’m very grateful for all his help and would definitely recommend his services to anyone looking for a reliable and professional solicitor.

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      legal expert Scott Salisbury Scott Salisbury

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      It is lovely to hear that Scott provided such attentive support throughout your matter, Katie. We are pleased that his proactive approach and clear communication helped make the process feel more manageable and reassuring. We really appreciate your kind words and recommendation, and will be sure to pass your feedback on to Scott.

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      Extremely knowledgeable and professional

      Mike helped me through an extremely challenging set of circumstances with expert counsel. The patience to listen and understand a complex series of events and set of circumstances, combined with deep knowledge and experience of the law helped me secure the best outcome possible. A true expert and a gentleman, thank you sincerely.

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      legal expert Mike Sophocleous Mike Sophocleous

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      It means a great deal to hear that Mike was able to provide such thoughtful and knowledgeable support during a difficult time. We’re pleased that his experience and careful approach helped guide you through the complexities of your matter.

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      Emma Mullen

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      Emma

      I cannot recommend Slater Heelis highly enough - during what was an extremely difficult and upsetting time for me and my children, all aspects of my divorce were dealt with compassionately and speedily. The advice and support I received was excellent and the staff were wonderful - caring, supportive, understanding and compassionate - which made an enormous difference at such a difficult time.

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      We’re truly pleased to hear that you felt so well supported, Emma, during such a difficult time. It’s wonderful to know our team’s compassionate and understanding approach made a meaningful difference. Thank you for your kind recommendation.

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      Patricia Read

      Housing & Property

      Patricia

      We were kept fully informed of progress during the conveyancing process. The solicitors responded quickly and efficiently to issues that arose, taking the stress out of what can sometimes be a difficult process. Thankyou

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      Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback, Patricia! Keeping clients fully informed and resolving issues efficiently is top priority for our team, so hearing that you had such a smooth experience means a great deal to us. Wish you all the best moving forward!

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      Levan Khundadze

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      Levan

      Daniel Stern has been acting for us for more than 10 years on various matters and we will keep going back to him for many more years and would recommend him to everyone because Daniel is simply the best at what he does. He wins cases.

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      legal expert Daniel Stern Daniel Stern

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      Thank you for your continued trust and kind feedback, Levan. We’re delighted to hear about your long-standing relationship with Daniel Stern and the confidence you have in his work. We truly appreciate your recommendation.

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      Ian

      David and the team were absolutley fantastic, from start to finish. The whole process was explained and the support throughout was great. Highly recommend

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      Thank you so much for the fantastic review Ian! We are absolutely delighted to hear that David and the team provided great support and kept the process clear from start to finish. Ensuring our clients feel guided and informed every step of the way is exactly what we aim for. We will be sure to pass your kind words along to David and the rest of the team. Thank you for choosing our firm and for highly recommending us!

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      Steve Bradbury

      Steve

      Very efficient.

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      Thank you for your feedback! We are pleased to hear that you found our service very efficient. We strive to make every process as smooth as possible and appreciate you taking the time to let us know.

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