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

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Leathes Prior Review Scores & Client Satisfaction Overview

4.9
Excellent
95%+
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 4.8/5

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

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

4.9
Excellent
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

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
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
Professional Negligence 2 / 10
Personal Injury 2 / 12
Company & Commercial 4 / 18
Construction 4 / 10
Insurance Law 1 / 8
Company Law 3 / 9
Contract Law 4 / 11
Banking 2 / 8
Domestic Violence Law 3 / 9
Land Law 4 / 17
Business Law 2 / 11
Adjudication Law 3 / 5
Driving offences 2 / 8
Equine Law 1 / 2
Sports Law 1 / 5
Agriculture 2 / 11
Care Law 2 / 8
Charities 3 / 9
Clinical Negligence 3 / 10
Consumer 3 / 17
Copyright Law 1 / 4
Corporate Law 4 / 10
Defamation Law 3 / 5
Disability Law 3 / 8
Intellectual Property Law 2 / 4
Licensing Law 2 / 5
Mergers and Acquisitions Law 3 / 6
Asset Management 2 / 8
Brexit Law 1 / 2
Communications Law 1 / 1
Compliance Law 1 / 5
Cybersecurity and Data Protection Law 1 / 6
Debt and Tax Law 4 / 11
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
International Law 2 / 6
Medical Law 1 / 4
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
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
Professional Negligence 97 / 1,297
Personal Injury 134 / 2,653
Company & Commercial 180 / 4,185
Construction 55 / 856
Insurance Law 73 / 663
Company Law 121 / 969
Contract Law 148 / 1,427
Banking 48 / 1,031
Domestic Violence Law 128 / 897
Land Law 173 / 1,321
Business Law 75 / 459
Adjudication Law 37 / 238
Driving offences 35 / 623
Equine Law 6 / 46
Sports Law 38 / 302
Agriculture 67 / 819
Care Law 90 / 532
Charities 58 / 770
Clinical Negligence 132 / 1,246
Consumer 189 / 4,416
Copyright Law 48 / 522
Corporate Law 112 / 842
Defamation Law 40 / 261
Disability Law 83 / 602
Intellectual Property Law 72 / 623
Licensing Law 58 / 500
Mergers and Acquisitions Law 58 / 425
Asset Management 38 / 392
Brexit Law 15 / 146
Communications Law 7 / 53
Compliance Law 45 / 461
Cybersecurity and Data Protection Law 80 / 894
Debt and Tax Law 109 / 785
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
International Law 45 / 377
Medical Law 22 / 188
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
Terrorism Law 18 / 147
Welfare & Benefits 73 / 1,049
National 222 / 11,165

Meet the team of Leathes Prior

Meet the team of Leathes Prior

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)

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

Reviews

4.9 /5 27 Reviews
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What clients say about Leathes Prior

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
supportive
attention to detail
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anonymous

Employment

Good experience

Tia was quick, efficient, and really attentive throughout. I always felt listened to and kept informed. I’m very grateful for their help and would happily recommend them.

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Hello Thank you for leaving this kind review for Tia. We are so pleased she was able to assist. Best wishes LP

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Avoid,avoid,avoid

Avoid this firm,at all costs,asked them to help out on a specific job,furnished them with all info in good time.had a meeting with them and first question was have you paid funds on account which I had,on the day of the submission at 4 pm after having 6 hours allegedly working on the job informed me they couldn’t help,I have no problem with that but they had a whole day to decide,just awful service knowing I had no alternative!!

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Employment

Employment Advice

Very professional and efficient team. The advice was clear and easy to understand making the all process smooth and in-line with my expectations. Cannot fault any point throughout my process.

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Hi Jose Thank you for taking the time to leave a wonderful review. It is great to hear the Employment Team were able to assist. Best wishes LP

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Luke

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Employment

Employment Team - Tia McAleese

I have dealt with Tia McAleese and only have positive things to say. She has incredibly knowledgeable and clear with her advice, whilst also being fast and efficient with the matter at hand.

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Hi Luke Thank you for leaving a lovely review. Best wishes LP

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Employment

Outstanding Support and Client Care

They guided me through a constructive dismissal case with skill and clarity, securing a settlement that felt fair and balanced. What stood out most was their approachability and accessibility—I always felt I could ask questions and be heard. They were empathetic and very human throughout, even at times when I was not at my best. Their professionalism, combined with genuine care, made a very difficult process far more manageable

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Hello Thank you for leaving a review, it is so appreciated. It is great to hear your experience was positive throughout. Best wishes LP

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Julia

Housing & Property

Julia

Rachael H looked after our case, which was by no means straight forward, with calm professionalism. She worked hard within shifting timeframes and even looked after us on her days off. Would recommend.

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Hello Julia Thank you for this lovely review. It is great to hear Rachael has been able to assist. Best wishes LP

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Jason

Employment

Jason

Found the service provided supporting and helpful from the very first contact. My solicitor, Harriet Howes, was amazing in supporting me with my case and took control of what needed to be done, but kept constant communication going between us so I understood what was happening at all times. Very thankful for the incredible service she provided me. Highly recommended when you need quality legal advice.

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Thank you for sharing such a lovely review for Harriet, it is really appreciated. Best wishes, LP

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Mrs

Employment

Mrs

Harriet Howes is amazing. She worked quickly, and was so supportive, kind and compassionate throughout. I would highly recommend!

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Dear Mrs Hawkins, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with Harriet! It is much appreciated. Best wishes, LP

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Hannah

Dispute Resolution

Hannah

Danny Turpin is an incredible lawyer! Fast and reasonably priced considering the quality of his work. LP were half the price of another local and well known firm and did what I needed in rapid time. Highly recommend and I’ll be back!

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Hi Hannah, Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback of your experience working with Danny! Best wishes, LP

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Derick

Work was done professionally, ontime and to expectations. Thanks Georgia Sartin and the rest of the team at Leathes Prior Solicitors

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Hi Derick, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. It is much appreciated! Best wishes, LP

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Reviews

4.9 /5 437 Reviews
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What clients say about Leathes Prior

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
supportive
attention to detail
responsive

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Excellent experience. Would highly recommend Leathes Prior solicitors

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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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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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