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Suite G3, Connexions, 159 Princes Street, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP1 1QJ

01603610911

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Suite G3, Connexions, 159 Princes Street, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP1 1QJ

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5.0
Excellent
85 Reviews
95%+
Value for
Money
95%+
Success
Rate
95%+
Would
Recommend
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
The Law Society accreditation awarded to Leathes Prior
Conveyancing Quality Scheme 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 (over 147 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

Local 4 / 31
National 222 / 11,165
4.9
Excellent
437 Reviews
95%+
Value for
Money
15% above
national average
95%+
Success
Rate
17% above
national average
95%+
Would
Recommend
17% 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 4.9/5

Accreditations

Leathes Prior are accredited by

Criminal Litigation accreditation awarded to Leathes Prior
The Law Society accreditation awarded to Leathes Prior
Conveyancing Quality Scheme 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 (over 147 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

Housing & Property 2 / 18
Commercial Property 2 / 16
Family Law 4 / 27
Wills, Trusts & Probate 3 / 17
Employment 2 / 16
Child Law 6 / 14
Crime/ Criminal Defence 2 / 10
Immigration Law 2 / 6
Dispute Resolution 3 / 14
Company & Commercial 4 / 18
Construction 4 / 10
Professional Negligence 2 / 10
Contract Law 4 / 11
Personal Injury 2 / 12
Adjudication Law 3 / 5
Driving offences 2 / 8
Equine Law 1 / 2
Insurance Law 1 / 8
Land Law 4 / 17
Agriculture 2 / 11
Banking 2 / 8
Company Law 3 / 9
Consumer 3 / 17
Asset Management 2 / 8
Brexit Law 1 / 2
Business Law 2 / 11
Care Law 2 / 8
Charities 3 / 9
Clinical Negligence 3 / 10
Communications Law 1 / 1
Compliance Law 1 / 5
Copyright Law 1 / 4
Corporate Law 4 / 10
Cybersecurity and Data Protection Law 1 / 6
Debt and Tax Law 4 / 11
Defamation Law 3 / 5
Disability Law 3 / 8
Domestic Violence Law 3 / 9
Education 2 / 7
Energy & Transport 2 / 8
Environmental Law 2 / 7
Equality Law 3 / 10
European Law 1 / 2
Financial Crime Law 1 / 5
Food Law 1 / 3
Government Investigations 2 / 6
Health and Safety Law 1 / 6
Health and Welfare Law 1 / 4
Healthcare Law 2 / 3
IT & Intellectual Property 2 / 11
Immigration 2 / 8
Injunctions Law 3 / 13
Intellectual Property Law 2 / 4
International Law 2 / 6
Licensing Law 2 / 5
Medical Law 1 / 4
Mergers and Acquisitions Law 3 / 6
Money & Tax 3 / 15
National Insurance Law 1 / 5
Nuisance Law 1 / 8
Occupational Health Law 1 / 6
Planning Law 2 / 8
Prison Law 1 / 3
Privacy Law 1 / 6
Private International Law 1 / 3
Regulations 3 / 14
Retail Law 1 / 1
Social Law 1 / 4
Sports Law 1 / 5
Terrorism Law 1 / 1
Welfare & Benefits 2 / 9
Local 4 / 31
Housing & Property 80 / 4,769
Commercial Property 80 / 3,667
Family Law 84 / 4,221
Wills, Trusts & Probate 283 / 3,760
Employment 106 / 3,621
Child Law 213 / 1,638
Crime/ Criminal Defence 98 / 2,139
Immigration Law 86 / 1,147
Dispute Resolution 70 / 1,801
Company & Commercial 180 / 4,185
Construction 55 / 856
Professional Negligence 97 / 1,297
Contract Law 148 / 1,427
Personal Injury 134 / 2,653
Adjudication Law 37 / 238
Driving offences 35 / 623
Equine Law 6 / 46
Insurance Law 73 / 663
Land Law 173 / 1,321
Agriculture 67 / 819
Banking 48 / 1,031
Company Law 121 / 969
Consumer 189 / 4,416
Asset Management 38 / 392
Brexit Law 15 / 146
Business Law 75 / 459
Care Law 90 / 532
Charities 58 / 770
Clinical Negligence 132 / 1,246
Communications Law 7 / 53
Compliance Law 45 / 461
Copyright Law 48 / 522
Corporate Law 112 / 842
Cybersecurity and Data Protection Law 80 / 894
Debt and Tax Law 109 / 785
Defamation Law 40 / 261
Disability Law 83 / 602
Domestic Violence Law 128 / 897
Education 38 / 424
Energy & Transport 25 / 511
Environmental Law 40 / 393
Equality Law 119 / 1,097
European Law 6 / 92
Financial Crime Law 57 / 461
Food Law 5 / 80
Government Investigations 42 / 417
Health and Safety Law 75 / 575
Health and Welfare Law 26 / 185
Healthcare Law 40 / 356
IT & Intellectual Property 71 / 1,113
Immigration 125 / 2,281
Injunctions Law 112 / 932
Intellectual Property Law 72 / 623
International Law 45 / 377
Licensing Law 58 / 500
Medical Law 22 / 188
Mergers and Acquisitions Law 58 / 425
Money & Tax 126 / 1,951
National Insurance Law 67 / 423
Nuisance Law 38 / 235
Occupational Health Law 71 / 428
Planning Law 81 / 585
Prison Law 30 / 241
Privacy Law 45 / 515
Private International Law 22 / 129
Regulations 92 / 2,413
Retail Law 9 / 71
Social Law 29 / 224
Sports Law 38 / 302
Terrorism Law 18 / 147
Welfare & Benefits 73 / 1,049
National 222 / 11,165

Meet the team of Leathes Prior

Matthew Swash

Matthew Swash

Partner

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Meet the team of Leathes Prior

Matthew Swash

Matthew Swash

Partner

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Contact details

01603610911
info@leathesprior.co.uk
www.leathesprior.co.uk

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)

Suite G3, Connexions, 159 Princes Street, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP1 1QJ

Reviews

5.0 /5 85 Reviews
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    Clients praise the firm for strong specialisms in conveyancing, probate, wills, family law, commercial leases and property transactions, with clear expertise, attention to detail and efficient, timely delivery. Reviewers highlight proactive case management, knowledgeable legal advice and successful outcomes even in complex or time‑sensitive matters. Valued soft skills include excellent communication, responsiveness, empathy, professionalism, patience and a personable, reassuring approach that reduces client stress. Clients appreciate pragmatic problem‑solving, dedication (often going above and beyond) and trustworthy, client‑centred service, repeatedly recommending the firm for reliability and care.

    professional
    prompt service
    clear communication
    highly recommended
    knowledgeable staff
    efficient
    personable team
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    Michaela and Alistair Warren

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    Housing & Property

    Conveyancing

    Over the past six months, Lily has managed the conveyancing process for us across three properties. Throughout, she kept us fully informed at every stage and ensured that both our sales and purchase progressed smoothly and in line with the required timescales. Her professionalism, efficiency, and personal approach made what can often be a stressful process feel seamless. We would highly recommend Leathes Prior to anyone looking for a reliable, professional, and personable service.

    A representative from Leathes Prior responded to this review

    Hello Michaela and Alistair Thank you so much for this lovely review, we are so pleased Lily was able to assist with all three properties. Best wishes LP

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    Sam Rock

    Housing & Property

    Fantastic & Efficient

    Leanne was superb throughout the whole process for the sale of my leasehold property. Clear communication and quick to respond to ensure the sale went through much quicker than expected! Incredibly efficient to complete on a sale in 2 months and would definitely use again!

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    Hello Sam Thank you for this kind review. We are so pleased Leanne was able to assist. Best wishes LP

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    Sale and Remortgage

    Eleanor Chapman kindly took me on as a client at very short notice with a tight deadline looming for both a sale of a property and a remortgage. Eleanor was extremely competent, kind and professional dealing with my emails and queries. I can highly reccomend her and will definitely be returning as a client.

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    Hello Thank you so much for this kind review for Eleanor, we are so pleased she was able to assist you with the sale and remortgage. 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

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    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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    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.

    A representative from Leathes Prior responded to this review

    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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    Aliona Derrett

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    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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    Nicky Loades

    Housing & Property

    Nicky

    Just wanted to take a moment to praise this law firm following the recent purchase of our house. They provided exceptional guidance and advice and ensured we remained calm throughout the process. Buying a house isn’t for the faint hearted. A special mention has to go Jake Mowett and his team. Service was excellent and he is a credit to this establishment. His knowledge of the industry he works in was a blessing for us and he made the process effortless! If we need a solicitor for any other reason in the future we will be sure to select Leathes prior again without hesitation.

    A representative from Leathes Prior responded to this review

    Hello Nicky Thank you so much for this leaving this lovely review and congratulations on the purchase of your house. We are so pleased Jake and team was able to assist you. Best wishes LP

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    Louisa Reid

    Housing & Property

    Louisa

    I can’t recommend Leanne Riches enough for conveyancing, this is the second time Leanne has carried out work for me, she made a complicated matter easy, thank you

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    Hello Louisa Thank you for this lovely review, we are so pleased Leanne was able to assist. Best wishes LP

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    Lucy McCormack

    Lucy

    Work with LP regularly, recently worked with Rebecca Millard for a commercial property matter. Capable and Responsive. I would use LP again and again.

    Hi Lucy Thank you for your lovely review for Rebecca. It is really appreciated, and we are so pleased Rebecca was able to assist. Best wishes LP

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    James Gilheany

    Housing & Property

    James

    Have dealt with Leathes Prior for many years and always been impressed by the level of service. This has continued in a conveyancing successfully completed today by property executive Emily Whelband.

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    Hi James Thank you for this lovely review and your continued support. We are so pleased Emily was able to assist you. Best wishes LP

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    4.9 /5 437 Reviews
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      Clients praise the firm for strong specialisms in conveyancing, probate, wills, family law, commercial leases and property transactions, with clear expertise, attention to detail and efficient, timely delivery. Reviewers highlight proactive case management, knowledgeable legal advice and successful outcomes even in complex or time‑sensitive matters. Valued soft skills include excellent communication, responsiveness, empathy, professionalism, patience and a personable, reassuring approach that reduces client stress. Clients appreciate pragmatic problem‑solving, dedication (often going above and beyond) and trustworthy, client‑centred service, repeatedly recommending the firm for reliability and care.

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      Peter Willey

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      Excellent experience. Would highly recommend Leathes Prior solicitors

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      Philip Townsend

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      Housing & Property

      Excellent service from start to finish

      Helen at Leathes Prior provided excellent service from start to finish on the purchase of my new property. She was always responsive whenever I had any issues or questions, and explained each step of the process in a way that was easy to understand. Would definitely recommend, particularly to any first-time buyers.

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      Hello Philip Thank you for this lovely review for Helen. We are so pleased she was able to assist with the purchase of your new property. Best wishes LP

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      Francesca

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      Family Law

      Brilliant from start to finish

      Would really recommend Leathes Prior, Ellie Davies has been brilliant from start to finish - professional, prompt and personable throughout and offered a lot of support through a very stressful time.

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      Hello Francesca Thank you for this lovely review for Ellie, we are so pleased she was able to support you during this stressful time. Best wishes LP

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      Jim Marshall

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      Driving offences

      Thinking outside the box

      I contacted Matthew in regards to traffic issue after I was given his name by a friend that recommended him to me, this was the best decision I could have made, Matthew will not only do everything he can within his power to get a positive outcome, he is also quite prepared to try something new, go above and beyond and think outside of the box to get a result, his positive proactive approach made the difference and I couldn’t ask for more, plus he is a nice chap too, he will listen and give you honest advice. I will not hesitate to use him again should I need to. Thank you!

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      Hello Jim Thank you for this lovely review for Matthew. We are so pleased he was able to support you. Best wishes LP

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      Louise Freeman

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      Housing & Property

      Excellent from start to completion

      Highly recommended Excellent, fast service throughout

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      Hello Louise Thank you so much for your lovely review. We are very pleased to have assisted. Best wishes LP

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      Dawid Warchol

      Housing & Property

      Dawid

      Choosing Rachael as my solicitor to buy a property has been the best choice I could have made. She was very responsive and helpful whenever I had a quetion about anything and she went above and beyond to ensure smooth compleition to a tight deadline. Fantastic service.

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      Hello Dawid Thank you for this lovely review, we are so pleased Rachael was able to assist with the purchase of your new property. Best wishes LP

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      Francesca Thrower

      Francesca

      Would really recommend Leathes Prior, Ellie Davies has been brilliant from start to finish - professional, prompt and personable throughout and offered a lot of support through a very stressful time.

      Hello Francesca Thank you for this lovely review for Ellie, we are so pleased she was able to support you during this stressful time. Best wishes LP

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      Ellie Bradley-Stanton

      Housing & Property

      Ellie

      We had a brilliant experience in purchasing our house. We used Rachael who was amazingly efficient and guided us through every step. We couldn't have asked for a better service. Would definitely recommend and use again in future!

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      Hello Ellie Thank you for this kind review. Congratulations on the house purchase, we are so pleased Rachael was able to assist. Best wishes LP

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      Ollie Gibbs

      Wills, Trusts & Probate

      Ollie

      Recommend Leathes Prior greatly. I used LP for a house sale previously and most recently to complete my Fathers probate and Will trusts. Jordan Walker completed the work for me and explained the whole process with great detail and in a way that was easy to understand. I was kept informed the whole way through and I never had to chase for any information or updates. The whole process which did have unusual complications was completed quickly and efficiently. A huge thanks to Jordan and all at Leathes Prior.

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      Hello Ollie Thank you for this lovely review, we are so pleased Jordan was able to support you. 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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