Setfords Law Ltd

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74 North Street, Guildford, Guildford, Surrey, GU1 4AW

0330 058 4011

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Regulator ID: 622970

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Communication 4.7/5

Initial Impressions 4.7/5

Approachability 4.7/5

Documentation Accuracy 4.7/5

Legal Knowledge 4.8/5

Value for money 4.7/5

Accreditations

Children Law

Solicitors who have our Children Law Accreditation are specialists in dealing with legal issues related to children, such as:

adoption
child protection
arrangements for children following family breakdown

Family Mediation

When a relationship ends, family mediation can help you resolve things without going to court. This can avoid disputes and save you time and money.

Our accredited family mediation experts can help you work out issues such as divorce, parenting arrangements, and finances. They’re trained to help you in talking together to agree on a solution that works for you both.

Criminal Litigation

If you’ve been charged with a criminal offence, you’ll want the best possible representation. Our Criminal Litigation Accreditation shows that solicitors are committed to treating you fairly and providing a high standard of service in criminal law.

Family Law

Our Family Law and Family Law Advanced Accreditations are the quality marks for family lawyers. Our accredited family lawyers are experts who can give you legal advice on issues such as:

marriage
separation
divorce
arrangements for children
adoption

They understand that family issues can be personal and sometimes difficult. They’re committed to dealing with each case thoughtfully and sensitively.

The Law Society

Our vision is to promote, protect and support solicitors, the rule of law and justice in England and Wales. The Law Society is the professional body for solicitors and a place where you can connect, grow and thrive. We're here to support you at every stage of your career, from qualification through to retirement, and to advocate on the issues solicitors have told us matter most.

Conveyancing Quality Scheme

Our Conveyancing Quality Scheme Accreditation is the quality mark for legal experts that shows a law firm is highly skilled and trustworthy when it comes to handling property transactions, such as buying or selling homes.

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At Setfords our aim is simple: to provide the best legal advice by creating an environment where lawyers can do their best work. Our innovative and creative ways of operating mean our lawyers have the support and flexibility to deliver the dedicated, personal service our clients need at a price they can afford.

Rankings by area of expertise

Child Law 2 / 19

Local 2 / 72

Child Law 137 / 1,638

National 68 / 11,165

Meet the team of Setfords Law Ltd

Katy Moody

Consultant Family Solicitor

5.0

Contact details

0330 058 4011

salesenquiries@setfords.co.uk

www.setfords.co.uk

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)

74 North Street, Guildford, Guildford, Surrey, GU1 4AW

Setfords Law Ltd

4.9 | 16044 Reviews

This law firm has 2 branches

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74 North Street, Guildford, Surrey, GU1 4AW

122 Solicitors

46 Chancery Lane, London, WC2A 1JE

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Clients say

The firm specialises in conveyancing, property sales/purchases, remortgages, equity release and related property law, plus family/divorce and business property matters. Clients praise technical expertise, attention to detail and ability to handle complex or urgent cases. Valued soft skills include clear, reassuring communication, responsiveness and accessibility, professionalism, calmness under pressure, organisation and a client‑focused, proactive approach that makes transactions smooth and stress‑free.

clear communication

quick responses

professional service

efficient process

attention to detail

helpful staff

stress‑free experience

approachable solicitors

well organised

trustworthy advice

David Ship

17 Jun 2026

Housing & Property

Victoria is amazing

We had Victoria as our solicitor, wow she is fantastic from start to finish her detail and attention is the best of have come across. We felt so at ease having her as our solicitor. She is the best in the industry and a key person to have in your corner. What a difference a good solicitor makes. Thank you so much

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Victoria Butcher

A representative from Setfords Law responded to this review

18/06/2026

Dear David, Really pleased to hear that Victoria was able to provide such an exceptional level of care and attention throughout. It's great to know you felt so well supported having her in your corner. Thank you for your wonderful feedback! Kind regards, Setfords

Hussain Goodwin

16 Jun 2026

Excellent Solicitor

Mark Scotney was brilliant from start to finish. Made the process as easy as could be, very efficient, friendly and organised. Would highly recommend

A representative from Setfords Law responded to this review

18/06/2026

Dear Hussain, Really pleased to hear that Mark made the whole process so smooth and straightforward. Thank you for your recommendation! Kind regards, Setfords

Susan Harris

8 Jun 2026

Housing & Property

Sensible advise

Great legal advice keep us informed of the progress, would recommend to family and friends

A representative from Setfords Law responded to this review

16/06/2026

Dear Susan, Really pleased to hear that the advice and communication throughout gave you such confidence. Thank you for your recommendation! Kind regards, Setfords

Christopher Merrifield

3 Jun 2026

Family Law

Greatest Solicitor out there

Sam is precise, polite and will always listen carefully to your objectives never missing a point and ensuring you are never blindsided. If you are serious about winning. Choose Sam!!!

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Samantha Dickinson

A representative from Setfords Law responded to this review

16/06/2026

Dear Christopher, What a glowing endorsement! We're really pleased to hear that Sam's precision and attentiveness made such an impression throughout. Thank you for your kind words! Kind regards, Setfords

Anna Symela

2 Jun 2026

Very professional Solicitors

Magdalena very professional person always there when you got a problem with something, all process whent very fast i can recomend Setfords Solicitors to every one if I have to use solicitors again it will defenetly be Setfords.

A representative from Setfords Law responded to this review

16/06/2026

Dear Anna, Really pleased to hear that Magdalena was able to guide you through the process so professionally and efficiently. Thank you for your recommendation! Kind regards, Setfords

Jake Mason

26 Mar 2026

Jake

AVOID. These are the worst solicitors we have ever used. No chain on either side, simple transaction that should have been done in a couple of months. They dragged it out so far that the seller backed out and we lost the purchase. Want to know how bad it is? They told us we needed legal advice, the legal advice we were paying them for! All cases are given to a junior and right at the last second are looked over by someone who knows what they are doing (or not in our case). I cannot stress to people enough to people who read this how bad this firm is. Shocking. Over £1,500 down and we lost the purchase because they messed around so much. Avoid! You have been warned....

K R

17 Jan 2026

A client

Family law: I would strongly advise against using Sally Wood as your solicitor especially if you are male. She has a strong anti male sentiment and despite paying thousands, after taking my money she started to make very sinister comments about me and by then it was too late. I'm sure she's capable of handling simple divorce but has very little capability in child arrangement orders and she lacks professionalism, you will be judged all the way.

Lauren

1 Sept 2025

Lauren

Great solicitors, fast and effective, communication was perfect, no problems at all

Daniel

10 Mar 2025

Daniel

Great company and amazing help from solicitor. Sarah Howe has been amazing through the whole process explaining all the steps, keeping us updated at all times and raising queries which we didn't even thing about. We would really recommend their services, thank you Sarah!

MuddyMX

21 Nov 2024

MuddyMX

We used Sarah in Bristol Chipping Sodbury for a house sale and purchase. Initially used different solicitors but no progress at all after 5 weeks and being lied too, then instructed Setfords, all initial stuff done within just weeks, then whole process done within 12 weeks. Would highly recommended and use again for any other legal stuff.

Clients say

clear communication

quick responses

professional service

efficient process

attention to detail

helpful staff

stress‑free experience

approachable solicitors

well organised

trustworthy advice

Anonymous

24 Jun 2026

Moving may be a headache , but Sam at Setfords is your aspirin!

I used Setfords for my divorce, will update and I was further recommended Sam Laker as a convancy solicitor for my new ‘Home’. I purchased post divorce. Sam was not only professional, but she was understanding and supportive though out the purchase of my flat, understanding how stressful things had been and making things as smooth as she could. Once the leasehold was purchased, I then employed Sam further to extend the leasehold extension. With an outdated lease, being offered, there was considerable work needing to be done, and with the other side using a trainee, some times the work was extremely tedious and took a lot longer than it should have through no fault of Sam’s, however, Sam pushed for the correct information when it wasn’t right, to ensure that I had the most accurate data to match today’s laws. . Sam is meticulous in her work and made sure that everything was done properly. She explained in layman’s terms when I needed help understanding legal terminology and was always avalible to discuss things if need be. I have a huge respect for all the Setford professionals I have used in the past 3 years and would definitely recommend to anyone. There system uses high tec security, everything is easy to understand and easy to use. So I was never worried about that side of things. Everything was dealt with in the most professional manner possible.

Anonymous

24 Jun 2026

Conveyance/house purchase

Amazing experience with Setfords. Sarah was always helpful and prompt with her replies. Great service!

Anonymous

24 Jun 2026

Highly recommend Seafords for lease extensions!

I spent two months looking for a lease extension solicitor, reaching out to probably 30 firms - both big and small - and no one would even touch my case. I wasn't even sure why, especially since everyone wanted to work with me when I was originally buying my property. Luckily, I came across Seafords, and they agreed to take on my case, which was allocated to Merlin Batchelor. Merlin did a fantastic job supporting me throughout the entire process. He replied to my emails in a timely manner, offered additional help when needed, and advised me on the best way forward. The whole process took almost a year, but the delays were entirely caused by the freeholder trying to squeeze as much money from me as possible by confusing and delaying things, as well as an additional five-month delay caused by a surveyor who took my money and disappeared for five months. I am really pleased with the way Merlin handled everything, and I highly recommend Seafords if you need to do a lease extension.

Helen W

24 Jun 2026

Amanda is absolutely excellent

As someone who has worked in the legal sector for many years, I know the challenges of finding a properly qualified, experienced and regulated lawyer. Time and time again, the general consumer is talked into using 'legal advisers' who are lacking on all fronts. That is why I will always use and have continued to use a Chartered Legal Executive for my property affairs. Amanda Wright is a property specialist, not a generalist, and is a safe pair of hands, backed by a robust and rigorous qualification and high ethical standards. You get what you pay for so pay for a seamless experience, knowledge and expertise, that handles everything with minimal input required from you the client. No endless chasing required, updates provided as and when appropriate and oodles of common sense and experience to handle all manner of property queries. Thank you Amanda!

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Amanda Wright

Christine Pritchard

24 Jun 2026

Housing & Property

37 Ellerby Av

Carol helped us greatly in what was a difficult protracted sale. Extremley professional, kerping us informed provifing clear timely advice.

Hallan Lyster

24 Jun 2026

Hallan

Setfords were professional and quick and excellent advice. Would use them again in the future

Afsar Choudhury

24 Jun 2026

Afsar

Phenomenal service by Virju Rach - really goes above and beyond and more importantly, closes tricky deals at lightning speed!

Josh Lewington

23 Jun 2026

Josh

I cannot recommend Sonal Rabheru highly enough. From start to finish, she has been an absolute pleasure to deal with. She is professional, efficient, responsive, and always gets straight to the point. Property transactions can be stressful at the best of times, and I’ll happily admit that I can be quite demanding and like things pushed along as quickly as possible. Throughout the entire process, Sonal handled everything brilliantly, always remaining calm, proactive, and incredibly helpful. Her communication was excellent, her attention to detail was outstanding, and she consistently went above and beyond to keep matters moving forward. Nothing ever felt like too much trouble. A huge thank you to Sonal for all her hard work and dedication. I would highly recommend both Sonal personally and Setfords to anyone looking for a first-class solicitor. Genuinely, after this experience, I wouldn't want to work with anyone else. Thank you again, Sonal.

Helen L

21 Jun 2026

Helen

Used Michael Compton for what should have been a very simple service for an extraordinary cost compared to others solicitors. I heard nothing from him for a month despite repeated chasing, no work was carried out on my behalf and he significantly delayed the process causing what was already a very stressful time, even more stressful. Avoid.

Aharon Southern

17 Jun 2026

Housing & Property

Aharon

It's difficult to put into words just how exceptional Jacqueline Batchelor is. The care, dedication and reassurance she gave us throughout our home purchase went far beyond what we ever expected, and we cannot recommend her highly enough. From the very beginning, Jacqueline took the time to understand what was important to us and treated our purchase as if it were her own. As first-time buyers, we naturally had lots of questions, but she was always available to help, explaining everything clearly and making sure we felt informed and confident throughout the process. Her communication was outstanding. We never once had to chase her for an update because she was always one step ahead. Whether something was urgent or routine, she responded quickly and kept us fully informed every step of the way. What impressed us most was her ability to find solutions and keep things moving. Whenever something unexpected came up, Jacqueline calmly worked through the options, explained everything clearly and found practical ways to keep us on track. We also had a completion deadline that was incredibly important to us, and she worked tirelessly to help us achieve it while ensuring we fully understood every decision being made. Perhaps the quality we valued most was that Jacqueline was never influenced by outside pressure. Whether it was estate agents, sellers or tight timescales, her focus never changed. She wasn't interested in taking shortcuts or simply getting the transaction completed; her priority was making sure everything was right for us and that our interests were always protected. As first-time buyers, we'd heard countless horror stories about buying a house. Thanks to Jacqueline, we don't have one. Instead, we had a solicitor who genuinely cared, communicated brilliantly and guided us through every stage of the process with professionalism and confidence. Looking back, we realise just how lucky we were to have had Jacqueline by our side. She made what could have been a stressful and overwhelming experience feel organised, manageable and reassuring from start to finish. If you're looking for a solicitor who will put your interests first, keep you informed and give you complete confidence throughout the process, we wouldn't hesitate to recommend Jacqueline.

A representative from Setfords Law responded to this review

18/06/2026

Dear Aharon, What a wonderful review. We're so pleased to hear that Jacqueline was able to make your first home purchase such a positive and reassuring experience from start to finish. Her dedication to keeping your interests front and centre, even under pressure, is exactly the kind of service we're proud to offer. Thank you for taking the time to share such heartfelt feedback and congratulations on your new home! Kind regards, Setfords

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Meet the team of Setfords Law Ltd

Team members

Katy Moody

Katy Moody

Consultant Family Solicitor

Meet the team of Setfords Law Ltd

Team members

Sharon Galley

Sophie Booker

Ajesh Brar

Sarah Ward

Lynne Robinson

Annie Le

Ella Parsons

Kristine Burton

Andrea Godfrey

Susanne White

Samantha Ireland

Margarita Ivanova

Emma Morter

Darren Neighbour

Angela Morreale-Devereaux

Jayne Hart

David Lees

Samantha Dickinson

Joshua Watkins

Amanda Wright

Jeffrey Gilbert

Victoria Butcher

Carlota Payne

Marika Whiteman

Rowena Slater-Reay

Anna Nuttall

Dawn Brogan

Laura Ricci Walker

Shelley Rounding

Faye Harper-Haley

Yunus Patel

Aasima RiazFoster

Antony Singh

Helen Wilde

Gemma Lloyd

Sonal Rabheru

Katy Moody

Laura Grounds

Miriam Bailey-Parkyns

Evette Wright - formerly Abbey

William Brown

Ernesto Chao

Heather Harry

Jeremy Asher

Rebecca Lloyd

Alistair Robertson-Gopffarth

Evette Wright

Alun Jones

Peter Booker

Kayleigh Kryulko-Coombe

Karen Markall

Kevin Gilbert

Kiran Dhaliwal

Natasha Canha

Kechi Njoku

Isabelle Maguire

Uchechukwu Clarke

Christelle Elimort

Shazia Mhar

Tanya Rogers

Temi Ade-John

Tom Browne

Lauretta Pilch