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The Tanners, 75 Meadrow, Godalming, Surrey, GU7 3HS

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Downs Solicitors Review Scores & Client Satisfaction Overview

5.0
Excellent
95%+
Value for
Money
Value for money: 95%+
95%+
Success
Rate
Satisfied with outcome: 95%+
95%+
Would
Recommend
Would recommend to friends and family: 95%+
Communication 5.0/5
Initial Impressions 5.0/5
Approachability 5.0/5
Documentation Accuracy 5.0/5
Legal Knowledge 5.0/5
Value for money 5.0/5

Accreditations

Downs Solicitors are accredited by

Mental Health accreditation awarded to Downs Solicitors
The Law Society accreditation awarded to Downs Solicitors
Conveyancing Quality Scheme accreditation awarded to Downs Solicitors
Trading names:
• Downs Solicitors & Notaries

Description

Downs Solicitors is a leading law firm rooted in Surrey, providing a comprehensive range of legal services to individuals and businesses alike. Our full-service, multi-disciplinary practice offers expertise in various legal areas, with a strong focus on delivering exceptional client care and professional integrity. We are accredited under the Law Society’s Conveyancing Quality Scheme (CQS), a prestigious mark of excellence for firms that meet the highest standards in conveyancing transactions. We’re also offer clients access to a notary service, assisting with specialised legal formalities such as preparing deeds and certifying documents for use abroad.

Rankings by area of expertise

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

Downs Solicitors Review Scores & Client Satisfaction Overview

4.9
Excellent
95%+
Value for
Money
Value for money: 95%+
14% above
national average
95%+
Success
Rate
Satisfied with outcome: 95%+
15% above
national average
95%+
Would
Recommend
Would recommend to friends and family: 95%+
16% 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

Downs Solicitors are accredited by

Mental Health accreditation awarded to Downs Solicitors
The Law Society accreditation awarded to Downs Solicitors
Conveyancing Quality Scheme accreditation awarded to Downs Solicitors
Trading names:
• Downs Solicitors & Notaries

Description

Downs Solicitors is a leading law firm rooted in Surrey, providing a comprehensive range of legal services to individuals and businesses alike. Our full-service, multi-disciplinary practice offers expertise in various legal areas, with a strong focus on delivering exceptional client care and professional integrity. We are accredited under the Law Society’s Conveyancing Quality Scheme (CQS), a prestigious mark of excellence for firms that meet the highest standards in conveyancing transactions. We’re also offer clients access to a notary service, assisting with specialised legal formalities such as preparing deeds and certifying documents for use abroad.

Rankings by area of expertise

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

Housing & Property 224 / 4,693
Commercial Property 361 / 3,582
Family Law 132 / 4,157
Wills, Trusts & Probate 528 / 3,713
Company & Commercial 51 / 4,053
Employment 336 / 3,550
Dispute Resolution 230 / 1,793
Mergers and Acquisitions Law 106 / 431
Notary 105 / 859
Contract Law 253 / 1,413
Corporate Law 164 / 842
Business Law 124 / 484
Child Law 461 / 1,643
Company Law 161 / 960
Enforcement Law 98 / 565
Land Law 281 / 1,319
Litigation 101 / 911
Administrative Law 34 / 214
Appeals Law 120 / 849
Asset Management 66 / 392
Banking 84 / 1,011
Bribery and Corruption Law 81 / 409
Care Law 158 / 569
Charities 108 / 756
Clinical Negligence 302 / 1,221
Consumer 282 / 4,309
Court of Protection and Deputyship 175 / 583
Criminal Law 195 / 1,006
Cybersecurity and Data Protection Law 121 / 872
Debt and Tax Law 151 / 775
Disability Law 106 / 600
Discrimination Law 95 / 495
Domestic Violence Law 217 / 896
Energy Law 68 / 352
Environmental Law 71 / 390
Equality Law 181 / 1,075
Fire Safety Law 38 / 180
Fraud Law 103 / 515
Health and Safety Law 123 / 571
IT & Intellectual Property 118 / 1,086
Immigration 325 / 2,255
Immigration Law 174 / 1,171
Infrastructure Law 26 / 184
Inheritance Law 194 / 695
Injunctions Law 165 / 921
Intellectual Property Law 99 / 613
International Business Law 19 / 210
International Enforcement of Judgments 31 / 150
LGBT Law 60 / 233
Licensing Law 110 / 496
Mental Health Law 44 / 207
Mining Law 7 / 55
Money & Tax 238 / 1,908
National Insurance Law 93 / 415
Occupational Health Law 107 / 422
Pensions Law 134 / 483
Planning Law 121 / 577
Private Client Law 108 / 329
Professional Negligence 178 / 1,281
Regulations 177 / 2,338
Social Law 44 / 223
Utilities Law 4 / 75
Welfare & Benefits 133 / 1,034
White Collar Crime 56 / 210
National 454 / 11,165

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Contact & Locations - Downs Solicitors

Opening hours

Monday 09:00–17:30
Tuesday 09:00–17:30
Wednesday 09:00–17:30
Thursday 09:00–17:30
Friday 09:00–17:30
Saturday (Closed)
Sunday (Closed)

The Tanners, 75 Meadrow, Godalming, Surrey, GU7 3HS

Reviews

5.0 /5 171 Reviews
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What clients say about Downs Solicitors

Clients praise the firm’s strong expertise in conveyancing and property transactions, including sales, purchases, lease issues and complex chains, as well as family law matters such as divorce, child arrangements and financial orders, plus corporate/share work and dispute advice. Reviewers consistently value the team’s clear communication, prompt updates, practical guidance and ability to keep matters moving smoothly. The firm is also commended for being professional, knowledgeable, responsive, approachable, compassionate and supportive, with a personal touch that helps reduce stress and inspires confidence throughout difficult and important matters.

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Neil

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Housing & Property

Exceptional

Engaged Downs to help with our house move, which was far from straightforward, and they were absolutely superb. Bill took point and was fantastic, though the whole team were excellent to deal with. Fantastic communication, went above and beyond to help us through so I couldn't recommend them highly enough.

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Hi Neil. Thank you so much for your great review of the service that you received from Bill and the team. We very much appreciate it you taking the time to leave it. We're so pleased that they were able to help you, particularly given the fact it wasn't straightforward. Thank you again for leaving the review! The Downs Team.

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Karl L

Housing & Property

Outstabnding service

I cannot recommend Bill Rashbrook at Downs Solicitors highly enough. Our sale involved an extremely complex issue with our freeholder that prevented us from exchanging contracts. My original solicitors were unable to deal with the complexities of amending the lease, and it looked as though the sale might not be able to proceed. Bill took ownership of the matter from the outset and gave us complete confidence that it could be resolved. No problem was ever too big, and his professionalism, knowledge, and determination were outstanding throughout. Behind the scenes, Bill worked tirelessly, coordinating with the freeholder, the freeholder's solicitors, my buyers' solicitors, my onward purchase solicitors, and the estate agents involved in both transactions. He kept everything moving forward, resolved issues as they arose, and ultimately achieved what others had been unable to do. Without Bill's expertise and persistence, I genuinely don't believe our sale and purchase would have completed. He went above and beyond at every stage, and we are incredibly grateful for everything he did.

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Hi Karl. Thanks so much for leaving this review of the service you received from Bill, we will make sure that we pass your words on to him. We're really pleased that Bill was able to assist you so well to make sure that your sale and purchase completed, and that he went above and beyond to make it happen. It sounds like this was a very complicated transaction and we're so pleased that Bill's expertise and persistence helped it come to fruition. Thank you again for taking the time to leave this review, it's very much appreciated. The Downs Team.

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Tony

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Housing & Property

We could not have asked for more!

Bill and Natasja were great to work with. They were pleasant and professional, knowledgeable and proactive, prompt, efficient and kept us well informed throughout - we could not have asked for more. We were trying to buy a flat for my father-in-law. Bill's intuition on the first was spot on, and we pulled out. On the second, from instruction to completion it took just 5 weeks, despite 2 Bank Holiday weekends! Thank you! Highly recommended.

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Hi Tony. Thank you so much for leaving this great review for Bill and Natasja, we're so pleased that they delivered such a brilliant and proactive service to you. We will make sure that we share your very kind words with them. Thanks so much again for taking the time to leave this review, it's very much appreciated. The Downs Team.

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Helen

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Housing & Property

Professional and efficient

Bill is always quick to respond to any queries, both by email and phone. He is flexible and happy to adapt to the clients requirements to ease the process, he is helpful and gives good advice. The communication is always timely and clear. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend his services and use him again should the need arise.

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Hi Helen. Thank you so much for this lovely review of the support that you received from Bill, we will make sure that he sees this. We're really glad that you found him so helpful and flexible, and that he was so clear and timely in his communication - that's really important to us as a firm. We very much appreciate you taking the time to leave this review, and hope to work with you again in the future. The Downs Team.

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Amanda B.

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Housing & Property

Exceptional service, as always!

As with 2 previous conveyancing journeys, Bill went above and beyond to get my property purchase completed, with minimum fuss and maximum attention to the many important details, large and small. Bill consistently demonstrates such professionalism and I know he's always working in my best interests, which means such a lot. His assistant Natasja shows the same level of dedication and between them, kept the purchase moving along despite a few unforeseen spanners in the works! I highly recommend Downs Solicitors, especially Bill Rashbrook and his team.

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Hi Amanda. Thanks so much for leaving this review, we're really thrilled that you had such a great experience working with Bill and Natasja. And we are delighted that you would recommend Downs (and Bill and his team) to others, that's a really important thing to us. Thanks once again for taking the time to leave this response, we really appreciate it. We very much hope to work with you again soon. The Downs Team.

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Rachel Davies

Rachel

I used Liz Rose to sell a property in Maidenhead. I have never had such a smooth experience selling a property. She was so knowledgeable about everything I asked her about. She always kept me up to date with how the sale was progressing and nothing was too much trouble. It’s great to have such a personal touch. I would highly recommend her.

Hi Rachel, thank you for taking the time to leave the review. It's wonderful to hear that your sale went through smoothly and you felt so well supported throughout. Thank you again for taking the time to leave this review, it's much appreciated. The Downs Team.

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Catherine Herriott

Housing & Property

Catherine

We had a really positive experience with Devi & Jo who helped us with our house purchase. Everyone was really friendly, approachable and easy to deal with, with great communication throughout the process. Everything went smoothly and we always felt kept up to date. Would definitely recommend their services!

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Hi Catherine. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this review. We’re so pleased to hear that you had such a positive experience with Devi and Jo throughout your recent house purchase and will of course share this with them. It’s great to hear that the team were so easy to deal with and that you received such great communication throughout the process. We really appreciate your review and recommendation. The Downs Team

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David Peters

Housing & Property

David

I engaged Downs Solicitors to provide a conveyancing service for my mothers house. Bronwyn Olivier and Liz Rose provided a very good service and the transaction was completed very smoothly. I had a few problems getting all the documents sent by e mail however I was able to deliver them directly to the office where the reception team were very friendly and even made me a cup of tea whilst they processed the documents.

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Hi David. Many thanks leaving such a wonderful review. We’re really pleased to hear that Bronwyn, Liz and the team made the transaction as smooth and stress free as possible. We will pass your words on to the residential property team and of course our reception team too. Thank you again for leaving the review, it’s very much appreciated. The Downs Team.

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Kevin Queenan

Housing & Property

Kevin

Chris Christofi has been excellent in all regards and went above and beyond in providing timely, clear, and concise guidance over some tricky issues relating to the sale of our flat. Would highly recommend.

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Hi Kevin. Thank you so much for leaving this glowing review of the guidance you received from Chris on the sale of your flat, we will make sure to pass your words on to him. Thank you again for taking the time to leave the review, it's very much appreciated. The Downs Team.

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Andrew Franklin

Housing & Property

Andrew

Like those above, Jo was a shining star throughout the sale process. She did Downs proud.

Hi Andrew. Thanks so much for leaving this review for Jo, we will make sure to pass your kind words on to her. We're really pleased that she was such a shining star. Thank you once again for taking the time to leave this review, we really do appreciate it. The Downs Team.

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4.9 /5 267 Reviews
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Clients praise the firm’s strong expertise in conveyancing and property transactions, including sales, purchases, lease issues and complex chains, as well as family law matters such as divorce, child arrangements and financial orders, plus corporate/share work and dispute advice. Reviewers consistently value the team’s clear communication, prompt updates, practical guidance and ability to keep matters moving smoothly. The firm is also commended for being professional, knowledgeable, responsive, approachable, compassionate and supportive, with a personal touch that helps reduce stress and inspires confidence throughout difficult and important matters.

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Clear advice
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Giselle Duncan

Highly reccommended

Excellent, efficient and friendly service from Keury and Priscilla.

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Ashley mothee

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Nicola Conley at Downs Solicitors, Dorking

I cannot recommend Nicola Conley at Downs Solicitors highly enough. Throughout one of the most difficult times in my life, Nicola was absolutely fantastic. She not only fought tirelessly for me and my two daughters, but she genuinely cared about us and our situation. What made Nicola exceptional was her patience, compassion and determination. She took the time to listen, understand our circumstances and provide honest, clear advice. She was firm when she needed to be, which was exactly what I needed, but she also offered reassurance and support during some incredibly tough moments. I never felt like I was just another case. Nicola genuinely cared about the outcome for me and my daughters, and that meant more than words can express. She fought for us right until the very last minute and never lost sight of what mattered most. Having a solicitor who is not only excellent at what she does but also genuinely compassionate makes all the difference, especially when your children and your future are involved. I will always be grateful to Nicola for her dedication, strength, patience and unwavering support. She is an absolute credit to Downs Solicitors, and I would wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone needing a solicitor who will truly listen, care and fight for them. Thank you, Nicola, for everything you did for me and my girls and I know exactly where to go if I ever find myself in and situation like this (hopefully never) Thank you.

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Hi Ashley. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this review, we will make sure that we pass your words of praise to Nicola. We're very pleased that Nicola was able to support you so compassionately, although we are of course sorry that you found yourself in such a situation in the first place. Thank you again for taking the time to write this review in such depth, it really is very much appreciated to receive this kind of feedback. The Downs Team.

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Steliana

Thank you

I had a very positive experience. Everyone was professional, helpful, and extremely supportive throughout the entire process. Communication was excellent, everything was explained clearly, and I was kept updated at every stage.

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Stephen Fretwell

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Family Law

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Excellent service, polite, informed and very well communicated guidance.

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Neil

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Housing & Property

Exceptional

Engaged Downs to help with our house move, which was far from straightforward, and they were absolutely superb. Bill took point and was fantastic, though the whole team were excellent to deal with. Fantastic communication, went above and beyond to help us through so I couldn't recommend them highly enough.

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A representative from Downs Solicitors LLP responded to this review

Hi Neil. Thank you so much for your great review of the service that you received from Bill and the team. We very much appreciate it you taking the time to leave it. We're so pleased that they were able to help you, particularly given the fact it wasn't straightforward. Thank you again for leaving the review! The Downs Team.

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Rachel Davies

Rachel

I used Liz Rose to sell a property in Maidenhead. I have never had such a smooth experience selling a property. She was so knowledgeable about everything I asked her about. She always kept me up to date with how the sale was progressing and nothing was too much trouble. It’s great to have such a personal touch. I would highly recommend her.

Hi Rachel, thank you for taking the time to leave the review. It's wonderful to hear that your sale went through smoothly and you felt so well supported throughout. Thank you again for taking the time to leave this review, it's much appreciated. The Downs Team.

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Linda Nuckley

Linda

We have always been kept informed every step of the way, from start to completion. All problems delt in a timely manner. Thank you.

Hi Linda, many thanks for taking the time to leave a review, it's very much appreciated. It's great to hear that the team provided such an excellent service and we hope to work with you again in the future. The Downs Team.

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Catherine Herriott

Housing & Property

Catherine

We had a really positive experience with Devi & Jo who helped us with our house purchase. Everyone was really friendly, approachable and easy to deal with, with great communication throughout the process. Everything went smoothly and we always felt kept up to date. Would definitely recommend their services!

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Hi Catherine. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this review. We’re so pleased to hear that you had such a positive experience with Devi and Jo throughout your recent house purchase and will of course share this with them. It’s great to hear that the team were so easy to deal with and that you received such great communication throughout the process. We really appreciate your review and recommendation. The Downs Team

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David Peters

Housing & Property

David

I engaged Downs Solicitors to provide a conveyancing service for my mothers house. Bronwyn Olivier and Liz Rose provided a very good service and the transaction was completed very smoothly. I had a few problems getting all the documents sent by e mail however I was able to deliver them directly to the office where the reception team were very friendly and even made me a cup of tea whilst they processed the documents.

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Hi David. Many thanks leaving such a wonderful review. We’re really pleased to hear that Bronwyn, Liz and the team made the transaction as smooth and stress free as possible. We will pass your words on to the residential property team and of course our reception team too. Thank you again for leaving the review, it’s very much appreciated. The Downs Team.

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Kevin Queenan

Housing & Property

Kevin

Chris Christofi has been excellent in all regards and went above and beyond in providing timely, clear, and concise guidance over some tricky issues relating to the sale of our flat. Would highly recommend.

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Hi Kevin. Thank you so much for leaving this glowing review of the guidance you received from Chris on the sale of your flat, we will make sure to pass your words on to him. Thank you again for taking the time to leave the review, it's very much appreciated. The Downs Team.

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