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No 1 Velocity, 2 Tenter Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 4BY

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Wake Smith Solicitors Limited Review Scores & Client Satisfaction Overview

4.8
Excellent
94%
Value for
Money
95%
Success
Rate
95%
Would
Recommend
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

Wake Smith Solicitors Limited are accredited by

Family Law Advanced accreditation awarded to Wake Smith Solicitors Limited
Personal Injury accreditation awarded to Wake Smith Solicitors Limited
Clinical Negligence accreditation awarded to Wake Smith Solicitors Limited
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Wake Smith Solicitors

Description

Wake Smith Solicitors is one of South Yorkshire’s leading firms of solicitors, based in Sheffield for over 200 years. The firm has built an enviable reputation for forging successful professional relationships. Wake Smith Solicitors are ranked in The Legal 500 for the following practice areas; Company Commercial, Commercial Litigation, Banking & Finance, Clinical Negligence, Contentious Trust & Probate, Family, Personal Tax, Trust & Probate, Commercial Property, Property Litigation.

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Wake Smith Solicitors Limited Review Scores & Client Satisfaction Overview

4.8
Excellent
94%
Value for
Money
11% above
national average
95%+
Success
Rate
14% above
national average
95%
Would
Recommend
14% 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

Wake Smith Solicitors Limited are accredited by

Family Law Advanced accreditation awarded to Wake Smith Solicitors Limited
Personal Injury accreditation awarded to Wake Smith Solicitors Limited
Clinical Negligence accreditation awarded to Wake Smith Solicitors Limited
Trading names:
Wake Smith Solicitors

Description

Wake Smith Solicitors is one of South Yorkshire’s leading firms of solicitors, based in Sheffield for over 200 years. The firm has built an enviable reputation for forging successful professional relationships. Wake Smith Solicitors are ranked in The Legal 500 for the following practice areas; Company Commercial, Commercial Litigation, Banking & Finance, Clinical Negligence, Contentious Trust & Probate, Family, Personal Tax, Trust & Probate, Commercial Property, Property Litigation.

Rankings by area of expertise

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

Housing & Property 37 / 4,772
Family Law 122 / 4,224
Wills, Trusts & Probate 179 / 3,763
Commercial and Business Law 16 / 355
Commercial Property 44 / 3,667
Land Law 33 / 1,322
Employment 9 / 3,622
Child Law 43 / 1,640
Private Client Law 21 / 305
Clinical Negligence 5 / 1,247
Company & Commercial 85 / 4,183
Dispute Resolution 64 / 1,802
Crime/ Criminal Defence 110 / 2,142
Personal Injury 105 / 2,650
Auction Law 20 / 285
Professional Negligence 58 / 1,298
Contract Law 20 / 1,426
Litigation 27 / 892
Construction 33 / 854
Consumer 62 / 4,415
Company Law 20 / 970
Banking 27 / 1,032
Inheritance Law 10 / 680
Care Law 25 / 531
Business Law 31 / 469
Mergers and Acquisitions Law 12 / 433
Pensions Law 6 / 488
Asset Management 9 / 394
Elder Law 5 / 317
Immigration 110 / 2,284
Corporate Law 18 / 843
Healthcare Law 4 / 357
Court of Protection and Deputyship 17 / 577
Debt and Tax Law 20 / 787
Equity Law 31 / 569
IT & Intellectual Property 21 / 1,114
Intellectual Property Law 5 / 625
Brexit Law 2 / 146
Charities 22 / 767
Energy Law 5 / 359
Money & Tax 42 / 1,951
National Insurance Law 15 / 422
Occupational Health Law 11 / 429
Welfare & Benefits 33 / 1,050
Bribery and Corruption Law 1 / 411
Compliance Law 6 / 462
Cybersecurity and Data Protection Law 9 / 893
Disability Law 8 / 601
Discrimination Law 6 / 499
Equality Law 22 / 1,097
Fire Safety Law 3 / 180
Governance Law 2 / 272
Health and Safety Law 4 / 574
Health and Welfare Law 7 / 186
Human rights 11 / 962
Injunctions Law 31 / 931
LGBT Law 10 / 232
Nuisance Law 9 / 235
Pharmaceutical Law 1 / 95
Prison Law 8 / 241
Privacy Law 4 / 514
Regulations 53 / 2,409
National 128 / 11,165

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"I can’t thank Johanna Brewer enough for her exceptional work on my financial dispute case during my divorce. She was dedicated from start to finish, showing real care and compassion throughout what was a very difficult time."

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Kerry Camden

Housing & Property

Kerry

"From start to finish, Sude was calm, steady and incredibly supportive, even when I very much was not. I was under a lot of stress throughout the process, and she had an amazing ability to ground the situation, explain things clearly, and keep everything moving without adding to the pressure."

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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)

No 1 Velocity, 2 Tenter Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 4BY

Reviews

4.8 /5 57 Reviews
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What clients say about Wake Smith Solicitors Limited

The firm specialises in conveyancing, probate, employment and family/settlement matters, demonstrating strong legal knowledge and reliable technical expertise. Clients praise efficient, well‑organised handling of complex transactions, clear practical advice and effective problem‑solving. Valued soft skills include excellent communication, responsiveness, calmness under pressure, empathy, patience and a reassuring, approachable manner. Reviewers highlight teamwork, professionalism, trustworthiness and good value, describing the service as supportive, proactive and consistently client‑focused.

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Responsive team
Supportive approach
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Jacqueline Tuffnell

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Professional advice

Charlotte was excellent kept in touch and very efficient throughout

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Thank you for sharing your experience with Charlotte in our Employment team. We'll be sure to share your positive comments with her.

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anonymous

Family Law

10/10 - highly recommended

I enlisted the services of Wake Smith at a time when I was disillusioned and worried after poor advice elsewhere. The reception I received was friendly, attentive and patient with expert, encouraging advice. The work completed on my behalf was courteous and concise. It achieved everything that was required. The teamwork at Wake Smith is seamless. I am so grateful to Emily Hinchcliffe & Martha Green for their superb work. They offer a first class service being both knowledgeable and approachable.

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We're pleased to hear that we were able to restore your confidence after your previous experience elsewhere. Emily, Martha and the rest of the Family team are delighted to know their friendly, knowledgeable approach made such a positive difference to you. We really appreciate your recommendation and your kind words for Wake Smith.

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Ash B

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Housing & Property

If you go anywhere else your crazy..!

Lisa and her team were so supportive and we really felt that they were in our corner when estate agents and other solicitors trying to push the process! We felt confident that they were actioning everything and they were always happy for us to clarify bits with them and talked things through with us… they were such a safe pair of hands and I could not recommend them highly enough… a colleague recommended Wake-Smith and she also has had a great experience with a different lead solicitor so I feel that it is a cultural excellence and not a luck of the draw solicitor firm. Even when I was super anxious and obviously busy they really took the time to help… could not recommend them highly enough! I seriously wouldn’t be looking any further..!

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Thank you for your glowing review! We’re incredibly proud of the level of client service our teams deliver, so it’s fantastic to read that your experience with Lisa and the team reflected this. We’ll be sure to pass on your lovely comments, and thank you again for such a heartfelt recommendation

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Emma Marriott

Clinical Negligence

A truly outstanding legal team

Over the past four to five years, I've had the pleasure of working with several members of the Wake Smith team, but Scott Haslam and Anna Woodcock have been truly exceptional and are a real credit to the firm. Throughout the entire process they have shown genuine care, professionalism and compassion. Every stage has been handled with patience and attention to detail, and nothing has ever seemed too much trouble. Their communication has been outstanding, keeping me informed and supported throughout what has been a long and often challenging journey. What has stood out most is that I've never once felt like "just another client." They have always taken the time to listen, answer questions and ensure I felt valued. Sadly, that level of personal service isn't always common in this sector. I am incredibly grateful for everything they have done and wouldn't hesitate to recommend them.

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Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We’re pleased to hear that Scott, Anna and the wider Clinical Negligence team have been able to support you over the past few years with care and compassion. We’ll be sure to pass on your kind comments, and thank you again for choosing Wake Smith.

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Carl Walley

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Wills, Trusts & Probate

Clear advice

Used John Breeze for advice about a legal matter .Found John to be very professional and easy to understand, He had great legal knowledge and a pleasure to deal with. Would definitely use again and recommend to friends and family

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We're pleased to read that John was able to make the process easy to understand and was a pleasure to deal with. Thank you for recommending Wake Smith Solicitors!

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Family Law

Steven

I cannot rate Wake Smith highly enough, specifically Lindsey Canning and Victoria Walker. Lindsey was the utmost professional, everything was done by the book and at times she was bluntly honest with me. Everything you need from a solicitor. Vicky was my point of contact, always available, consistent, supportive and very helpful. Dealing with a difficult subject with empathy and humour is a credit to Vicky's character.

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Thank you for taking the time to leave us a 5 star review. We're pleased to hear you had a great experience with Wake Smith!

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Si

Commercial Property

A client

Tom Weightman has been superb. His clear-minded approach and pragmatism has been the cornerstone of both my personal and professional legal requirements for many years. He brings an extremely high level of professional expertise to the table, and there is not a single occasion where his presence has been anything other than practical, realistic and completely solution-focused; a calm and measured solicitor. There is no scenario in which we do not want Tom in our corner. I cannot give a higher recommendation.

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Thank you for taking the time to leave us a 5 star review and your excellent feedback for Tom, he is a credit to Wake Smith!

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Sara

Wills, Trusts & Probate

Sara

My husband and I recently had our wills rewritten by Stephanie Chung and we would not hesitate to recommend her and Wake Smith. Stephanie was very professional in all aspects of our dealings with her, always prompt with responses, gave clear and sensible advice / guidance and was very personable and easy to be with. The offices are bright, modern, calm and welcoming with artwork reflecting Sheffield's rivers and valleys. The reception staff were discreet yet attentive. Overall, an excellent experience. Thank you Stephanie. Neil and Sara Drake

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Hi Sara, thank you for leaving a five star review! We are pleased to read you had an excellent experience with us, your positive feedback will be passed on to Stephanie and the rest of the team. Thank you

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Gandy

Wills, Trusts & Probate

Gandy

Wake Smith has been our family solicitors for years. Jennifer Robinson was really helpful when I recently wanted to update my will, she was patient and demonstrated empathy due to the reasons for the update. I am grateful for the professional and thorough service I received. My calls and emails are always promptly responded to.

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Hi, Many thanks for your kind feedback, your comments will be passed on to the team. We hope you will consider using Wake Smith again in the future.

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Commercial Property

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I utilise Wake Smith for all my property dealings and I am never disappointed. Tom is my primary point of contact and seems to have an in-depth knowledge of complicated property matters. Would highly recommend. A*

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Thank you for leaving us a 5 star review, we really appreciate your positive feedback!

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4.8 /5 811 Reviews
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What clients say about Wake Smith Solicitors Limited

The firm specialises in conveyancing, probate, employment and family/settlement matters, demonstrating strong legal knowledge and reliable technical expertise. Clients praise efficient, well‑organised handling of complex transactions, clear practical advice and effective problem‑solving. Valued soft skills include excellent communication, responsiveness, calmness under pressure, empathy, patience and a reassuring, approachable manner. Reviewers highlight teamwork, professionalism, trustworthiness and good value, describing the service as supportive, proactive and consistently client‑focused.

Excellent communication
Efficient service
Knowledgeable staff
Friendly reception
Clear advice
Responsive team
Supportive approach
Value for money
Timely updates
Professional conduct

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Professional advice

Charlotte was excellent kept in touch and very efficient throughout

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Thank you for sharing your experience with Charlotte in our Employment team. We'll be sure to share your positive comments with her.

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Wake Smith were excellent

Wake Smith acted for us in the sale of our house, a process which was not without its complications and anxieties. Nicole and Ailish did a great job of steering the process through to a successful conclusion. We are very grateful.

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Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with our Conveyancing team, and we'll be sure to pass on your kind comments to both Nicole and Ailish. We really appreciate your feedback and recommendation!

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Glynn clarke

Housing & Property

Sale of 8 Knowles ave

First class service from first day always kept in touch with how things were going

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Great to hear! Thank you for taking the time to leave our conveyancing team a 5-star review!

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Property Sale

Good value for money and efficient service even when dealing with unexpected delay from the buyer's side.

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It's great to know you felt you received good value with our conveyancing team, and we really appreciate you taking the time to leave a 5-star review!

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Company & Commercial

CONTRACT ADVICE

Aaron gave clear, well explained advice on a contract question.

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Thank you for taking the time to leave 5-star feedback and for choosing Wake Smith on this matter. We'll be sure to pass on your kind comments to Aaron in our Company & Commercial team.

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Terri

Been absolutely amazing from start to finish on buying and selling our property a lot of complications from our buyer and handled it unbelievably

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Thank you for taking the time to leave our Conveyancing team a 5-star review. We really appreciate your kind comments and wish you well in your new home!

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Bethan

Housing & Property

Bethan

We used Wake Smith for the purchase of our first home and they were fantastic. Communication was timely and clear throughout. The team were very efficient, making the process smooth and stress-free. Special thanks to Ellie, Hannah, Luke and everyone else in Team Ellie! Would recommend and use Wake Smith again.

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Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. Buying your first home is a significant milestone, so we're delighted to hear that Ellie, Hannah, Luke and the wider team were able to make the process smooth and stress-free for you. Good luck in your new home!

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Yousef

John, the Office Manager, is a true credit to the company. Professional, welcoming, and genuinely helpful from the moment you walk through the door. His experience and dedication are immediately apparent, and he makes you feel confident that you are in capable hands. First-class service, delivered with genuine care and professionalism. Highly recommended.

Thank you for your kind words for our Office Manager John, and for recommending Wake Smith! We're proud to have created a welcoming space for all our visitors.

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Housing & Property

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Used Wake Smith Solicitors when buying my new home and they were absolutely fantastic. Both Anne and Amanda made the whole experience easy and stress-free. I never had to chase for updates or ask what was happening next — they were always on top of things and happy to answer any questions I had. Their communication was excellent throughout, and they made what could have been a very stressful process feel straightforward. I’d happily recommend Wake Smith Solicitors to anyone buying a home.

Thank you for taking the time to leave our conveyancing team your feedback, it's fantastic to read that you were well informed and reassured throughout the home buying process. Thank you for recommending Wake Smith.

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Kerry Camden

Housing & Property

Kerry

I meant to write this review last year after the sale of my flat, but life took over, and honestly that probably says everything about how intense that period was. What I do know is that I would not have got through the sale without Sude Yaz at Wake Smith Solicitors. From start to finish, Sude was calm, steady and incredibly supportive, even when I very much was not. I was under a lot of stress throughout the process, and she had an amazing ability to ground the situation, explain things clearly, and keep everything moving without adding to the pressure. The buyer’s solicitor was frankly a nightmare, constantly asking for unnecessary information and creating complications where there did not need to be any. Sude handled it with total grace, professionalism and quiet confidence. She did not take any nonsense, but she also never escalated things unnecessarily. It was such a relief knowing she had everything handled. My flat was in London while Wake Smith are based in Sheffield, and that made absolutely no difference at all. If anything, it highlighted just how good they are. I have dealt with other solicitors in the past who promised the world, charged huge sums, and delivered very little. That was not my experience here. Wake Smith, and Sude in particular, were completely honest and upfront about costs, realistic about what could be achieved, and then actually delivered on it. Even the estate agent was so impressed by how Sude managed the situation with the London solicitor that he now actively recommends her to other buyers and sellers. I genuinely will not go anywhere else now. I cannot recommend Wake Smith and Sude highly enough. Thank you so, so much.

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Thank you very much for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful review. We’re delighted to hear that Sude’s calm, clear and professional support made such a difference during your sale, she is a credit to our conveyancing team! Your kind comments mean a great deal to us, and especially to Sude. Thank you again for your recommendation and for placing your trust in Wake Smith.

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