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

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

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Setfords Law Ltd Review Scores & Client Satisfaction Overview

4.1
Excellent
79%
Value for
Money
78%
Success
Rate
78%
Would
Recommend
Communication 4.0/5
Initial Impressions 4.0/5
Approachability 4.0/5
Documentation Accuracy 4.0/5
Legal Knowledge 4.0/5
Value for money 4.0/5

Accreditations

Setfords Law Ltd are accredited by

Children Law accreditation awarded to Setfords Law Ltd
Family Mediation accreditation awarded to Setfords Law Ltd
Criminal Litigation accreditation awarded to Setfords Law Ltd

Description

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.

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

Setfords Law Ltd Review Scores & Client Satisfaction Overview

4.9
Excellent
95%+
Value for
Money
14% above
national average
95%+
Success
Rate
15% above
national average
95%+
Would
Recommend
16% 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 4.8/5

Accreditations

Setfords Law Ltd are accredited by

Children Law accreditation awarded to Setfords Law Ltd
Family Mediation accreditation awarded to Setfords Law Ltd
Criminal Litigation accreditation awarded to Setfords Law Ltd

Description

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

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

Housing & Property 39 / 4,769
Land Law 107 / 1,321
Insurance Law 44 / 663
Commercial Property 92 / 3,667
Family Law 176 / 4,221
Wills, Trusts & Probate 59 / 3,760
Immigration Law 54 / 1,147
Company & Commercial 105 / 4,185
Professional Negligence 32 / 1,297
Crime/ Criminal Defence 105 / 2,139
Litigation 86 / 878
Auction Law 34 / 286
Child Law 137 / 1,638
Dispute Resolution 40 / 1,801
Construction 23 / 856
Employment 155 / 3,621
Consumer 113 / 4,416
Personal Injury 148 / 2,653
E-Commerce Law 9 / 73
Advocacy Law 21 / 150
Business Law 54 / 459
Pensions Law 39 / 486
Agriculture 49 / 819
Banking 18 / 1,031
Care Law 59 / 532
Debt and Tax Law 64 / 785
Mergers and Acquisitions Law 35 / 425
Court of Protection and Deputyship 78 / 575
Appeals Law 48 / 844
Banking and Financial Law 10 / 216
Compliance Law 24 / 461
Domestic Violence Law 74 / 897
Enforcement Law 45 / 574
Equity Law 62 / 570
International Enforcement of Judgments 13 / 152
Money & Tax 54 / 1,951
Planning Law 46 / 585
Charities 19 / 770
Clinical Negligence 87 / 1,246
Copyright Law 31 / 522
Cosmetic Surgery Law 19 / 148
Criminal Law 69 / 1,003
Defamation Law 27 / 261
Driving offences 49 / 623
Economic Law 6 / 223
Education 16 / 424
Energy & Transport 7 / 511
Equality Law 72 / 1,097
Financial Crime Law 35 / 461
Fire Safety Law 14 / 180
IT & Intellectual Property 25 / 1,113
Immigration 97 / 2,281
Infrastructure Law 11 / 188
Intellectual Property Law 43 / 623
Licensing Law 35 / 500
Manufacturing Law 5 / 82
Medical Law 12 / 188
Nuisance Law 26 / 235
Occupational Health Law 40 / 428
Regulations 25 / 2,413
Transport Law 9 / 137
National 68 / 11,165

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Meet the team of Setfords Law Ltd

Contact & Locations - Setfords Law Ltd

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

Reviews

4.1 /5 40 Reviews
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What clients say about Setfords Law Ltd

The firm specialises in conveyancing, residential property transactions, wills, probate and family/employment matters, with strong technical expertise and reliable case management. Clients praise prompt, clear communication, proactive problem-solving and efficient handling of complex or time‑sensitive issues. Valued soft skills include empathy, patience, responsiveness, professionalism and a caring, client‑focused approach that reduces stress and builds trust. Many reviews highlight practitioners who are approachable, organised and willing to go the extra mile to achieve successful outcomes.

responsive communication
clear explanations
professional conduct
efficient service
attention to detail
supportive approach
proactive handling
kept informed
friendly manner
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Housing & Property

Exceptional Support and Professionalism Throughout Our Home Purchase

Working with Veronika Tarasenko and Margarita Ivanova during the purchase of our home was a truly great experience from start to finish. They were professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly supportive throughout the entire process. What we appreciated most was their responsiveness, attention to detail, and the way they kept us informed every step of the way. Any questions we had were answered quickly and clearly, which made the whole experience feel much less stressful. Veronika and Margarita combine excellent legal expertise with a genuinely caring and attentive approach to their clients. We always felt we were in safe hands and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable and supportive solicitors.

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Dear O.G, We're delighted to hear that Veronika and Margarita were able to provide such a professional and supportive experience throughout your home purchase. Thank you for your wonderful recommendation! Kind regards, Setfords

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Great service

Very professional and worked to an expedited timeline which was very much appreciated

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Dear Client, We're pleased to hear that Katy was able to deliver such a professional service and work to your expedited timeline. Thank you for your kind words! Kind regards, Setfords

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Julia S.

Very disappointing experience with Margarita Ivanova

Very disappointing experience with Margarita Ivanova and Setfords. After I started asking clarifying questions by email regarding the legal documents and process, the retainer was terminated citing a “breakdown of trust and confidence”. The firm appears to have conflated scrutiny and requests for clarification with a lack of professional trust. I do not agree that asking clarification questions in writing regarding lender requirements and legal structure should reasonably amount to a breakdown of trust and confidence. In a complex property transaction involving a declaration of trust, transfer of funds and lender requirements, requesting written clarification is normal and responsible client risk management, not misconduct or lack of trust. Following the questions I raised via email regarding my matter, I subsequently received a series of emotional and, in my view, inappropriate WhatsApp voice messages from Margarita. I found the tone, approach, and manner of communication distressing, disproportionate, and inappropriate in a professional solicitor-client relationship. My complaint also took almost 15 weeks to resolve instead of the stated 8 weeks. The firm didn’t acknowledge wrongdoing. The matter is now with the Legal Ombudsman. Unfortunately, I cannot recommend this firm based on my experience.

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Housing & Property

Caroline was great

I was kept informed at every step and the phone was always answered promptly as were emails. Sets the bar other solicitors should achieve but frequently do not

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Dear N Wakely, We're delighted to hear that Caroline set such a high standard of communication and responsiveness throughout. Thank you for your kind words! Kind regards, Setfords

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Very efficient service

Always responded extremely quick and detailed answers. All the forms can get confusing but it was all made clear and the process was never slowed down. Thanks

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Dear Jacob, We're pleased to hear that the communication was so prompt and clear throughout, keeping the process moving efficiently. Thank you for your feedback! Kind regards, Setfords

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Julia

Very disappointing experience with Margarita Ivanova and Setfords. After I started asking clarifying questions by email regarding the legal documents and process, the retainer was terminated citing a “breakdown of trust and confidence”. The firm appears to have conflated scrutiny and requests for clarification with a lack of professional trust. I do not agree that asking clarification questions in writing regarding lender requirements and legal structure should reasonably amount to a breakdown of trust and confidence. In a complex property transaction involving a declaration of trust, transfer of funds and lender requirements, requesting written clarification is normal and responsible client risk management, not misconduct or lack of trust. My complaint also took 13 weeks to resolve instead of the stated 8 weeks. The matter is now with the Legal Ombudsman. Unfortunately, I cannot recommend this firm based on my experience.

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Asunsti Shawls

Asunsti

Absolutely excellent - Cant recommend highly enough. Elizabeth was professional , thoughtful and extremely thorough . Put me at ease and guided me through some difficult processes. Thank you

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Flamur

I had a very disappointing experience with this firm while purchasing a property. After agreeing to use their services, communication was slow and progress felt unnecessarily delayed. When I followed up to ask for updates and raised concerns, instead of addressing the issues, my case was transferred to an entirely different law firm outside of their organisation. This caused further disruption and unnecessary stress during an already time-sensitive process. I was also unhappy with how my funds were handled, as they tried to keep my funds without delivering. Overall, the experience felt unprofessional and poorly managed. I would not recommend this firm based on my experience.

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Peter Norman

Peter

Awful experience. Solicitor Sophie had absolutely no clue what she was doing. Almost cost me a lot more money as she missed an exchange date the first time and then headed off on holiday and only sent it across after I phoned the company a dozen times. Sophie's general communications were flippant and she would tend to blame her assistant for any mistakes that she made. After I made a complaint, the internal review decided that she acted to the standards expected from the company. I find this quite worrying, I would expect solicitors to have a considerably higher standard. To summarise, dont touch this company unless you enjoy many hours of trying to get a solicitor on the phone, or just doing things yourself.

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Horrible service , I have been trying to get a deed of variance done and it has taken over a year. they don't send updates or follow-ups . no responses from their end form moths at a time despite multiple follow-ups from my end. And their complain department is not any better.

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The firm specialises in conveyancing, residential property transactions, wills, probate and family/employment matters, with strong technical expertise and reliable case management. Clients praise prompt, clear communication, proactive problem-solving and efficient handling of complex or time‑sensitive issues. Valued soft skills include empathy, patience, responsiveness, professionalism and a caring, client‑focused approach that reduces stress and builds trust. Many reviews highlight practitioners who are approachable, organised and willing to go the extra mile to achieve successful outcomes.

responsive communication
clear explanations
professional conduct
efficient service
attention to detail
supportive approach
proactive handling
kept informed
friendly manner
went extra-mile

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Setfords Tilehurst

Professional and friendly from the reception to the solicitor. Sarah was always helpful and knowledgeable. A delicate balance of friendly discussion and professional input was always maintained. Well done.

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Housing & Property

Faultless service and more

Sasha Jacques, my main contact, was superb, dealing with all day to day correspondence, chasing the other side multiple times per week, updating me, providing instant replies to any questions. Jessica Richards, the lead solicitor on my case, who drafted the legal report, was similarly faultless. Together, they were both completely on top of the whole process. They finished their work two whole months before the other side did theirs (which admittedly involved both sale and purchase, whereas mine was just purchase, but still…)

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Dilpesh shah

Excellent service professional , hands on approach, Dealing with Dilpesh was easy

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Anna Symela

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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.

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A smooth transaction

My first time in selling a property and must say that Fiasal at Setfords made it a very smooth transaction being professional and efficient; I would not hesitate to recommand his services.

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Ray 5392

Housing & Property

Ray

Ernesto was professional, efficient and extremely helpful throughout our property purchase. His attention to detail and prompt responses made the entire process smooth and stress-free. We are very grateful for all his support and would highly recommend him and the firm.

A representative from Setfords Law responded to this review

Dear Ray, We're really happy to hear that Ernesto was able to make your property purchase such a smooth and stress-free experience. His attention to detail and prompt responses are exactly what we strive for. Thank you for your recommendation! Kind regards, Setfords

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Barry T. Whyte

Housing & Property

Barry

I recently worked with Yunus Patel at Setfords while staircasing / purchasing an additional 50% share in my shared ownership flat in London. I would highly recommend him. As often happens with property transactions, everything progressed smoothly until the final 48 hours, when a last-minute issue arose with the housing association. Yunus went the extra mile to ensure the purchase completed ahead of the deadline. He was also very easy to reach by phone and email, which is not always the case with conveyancing solicitors. Thank you Yunus!

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Dear Barry, We're delighted to hear that Yunus was able to go the extra mile to ensure your purchase completed ahead of the deadline. It's great to know that his accessibility and dedication made such a difference throughout. Thank you for your recommendation! Kind regards, Setfords

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Sean McGuinness

Sean

Cheryl has been amazing. Considerate, kind, fair and had my back throughout.

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Dear Sean, We're delighted to hear that Cheryl was able to provide such considerate and dedicated support throughout. Thank you for your kind words! Kind regards, Setfords

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Gill Farrer-Halls

Housing & Property

Gill

conveyancing comprehensive and efficient

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Dear Gill, We're pleased to hear that the conveyancing was handled so comprehensively and efficiently. Thank you for your feedback! Kind regards, Setfords

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Julia S.

Julia

Very disappointing experience with Margarita Ivanova and Setfords. After I started asking clarifying questions by email regarding the legal documents and process, the retainer was terminated citing a “breakdown of trust and confidence”. The firm appears to have conflated scrutiny and requests for clarification with a lack of professional trust. I do not agree that asking clarification questions in writing regarding lender requirements and legal structure should reasonably amount to a breakdown of trust and confidence. In a complex property transaction involving a declaration of trust, transfer of funds and lender requirements, requesting written clarification is normal and responsible client risk management, not misconduct or lack of trust. My complaint also took 13 weeks to resolve instead of the stated 8 weeks. The matter is now with the Legal Ombudsman. Unfortunately, I cannot recommend this firm based on my experience.

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