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How Samuel Phillips Law Firm Compares

Value for money

This firm - 95%
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Poor Competitive Excellent

Excellent does not necessarily mean ‘cheap’. It means that clients thought that the level of service received was Excellent for what they paid.

This score has been calculated using up to the last 300 reviews left by clients of Samuel Phillips Law Firm on ReviewSolicitors.

As part of our review questionnaire we ask reviewer questions about the value for money they felt they received by using Samuel Phillips Law Firm. These questions include:

  • Value for money (a rating of 1-5)
  • How much were you initially quoted or how much did you expect to pay?
  • Approximately how much did you end up spending for the legal services provided (ignoring disbursements and court fees)
  • Did you think this was underpriced, overpriced or about right?
  • Overall experience

We use data science to amalgamate the answers to these questions and create a ‘ReviewSolicitors score’ out of 100. The above chart representation score is a simple percentage representation of the averaged score across those who have reviewed this law firm.

Underpriced 4%
Overpriced 2%
About Right 93%

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Would recommend to
friends and family

This firm - 98%
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ReviewSolicitors uses our community data to show you how many clients used Samuel Phillips Law Firm and have had a satisfactory experience where they have indicated that they would recommend the services of the law firm to their friends and family.

You can use this data to see how Samuel Phillips Law Firm performs against other law firms nationally. A score close to 100% indicates that this firm is highly valued by their clients.

As part of our review questionnaire we ask the question:

"Would you recommend this firm to somebody else?"

The reviewer can select either “Yes” or “No”.

The above score is a simple percentage representation of the total amount of clients who selected the “Yes” option:

Yes 98%
No 2%

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Satisfied with
outcome of matter

This firm - 98%
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ReviewSolicitors uses our community data to show you how many clients used Samuel Phillips Law Firm and were satisfied with the outcome of their matter. Being satisfied with the outcome of your matter is an important consideration to have in mind.

You can use this data to see how Samuel Phillips Law Firm compares to the national average of clients being satisfied with the outcome of their matter after instructing a solicitor.

As part of our review questionnaire we ask the question:

"Were you satisfied with the outcome of your case?"

The reviewer can select either “Yes” or “No”.

The above score is a simple percentage representation of the total amount of clients who selected the “Yes” option:

Yes 98%
No 2%

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Rankings by area of expertise

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

Data shown above is based on the reviews and client feedback collected by ReviewSolicitors over the last 12 months.

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Client Reviews

4.9/5

Reviews summary

  • Excellent

    423
  • Very Good

    20
  • Average

    1
  • Poor

    1
  • Awful

    8

Overall experience

  • Value For Money
  • Communication
  • Initial Impressions
  • Approachability
  • Documentation Accuracy
  • Legal knowledge
Charlotte

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Settlement Agreements

Charlotte

March 28, 2024

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Highly Recommended

The Citizens Advice Bureau recommended I contact Paul in relation to a work dispute, I was unsure about what was happening to me and whether it was legal. He took me through every step, explaining everything I asked about. No question was silly and I was made to feel extremely comfortable and reassured throughout the process. I'd recommend Paul to anyone who needs assistance with anything employment related.

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Heather

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Agency Staff / Temp Workers

Heather

March 28, 2024

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Work Issue

I was referred to Paul Lott by Citizens Advice. I was in a very difficult position with my Employer.
Paul listened to me, explained my options and give me very good advice. Very happy with his service and would definitely recommend Samuel Phillips.

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Alison

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Residential Conveyancing

Alison

March 27, 2024

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Probate sale

We used Gurjeet’s services for a probate property sale. Being a probate sale, this was a difficult and emotional process for us. Gurjeet was fantastic, very professional and efficient throughout. Gurjeet was very approachable and communication was always very good queries were answered quickly and efficiently. Thank you for your hard work .

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D

Matter Type:

Divorce

D

March 18, 2024

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Best Divorce Lawyer

Having Sarah as my lawyer has been like having a best friend at my side throughout my divorce. The first time we met I was a complete wreck, we barely spoke - Sarah just held me, made me feel safe and made me believe that I mattered. She has checked in on me every day since. Sarah has managed to make me cry with laughter on days I thought I would never smile again. She has always helped me find the rainbow on a rainy day. Sarah fought so hard to ensure that I exited my marriage with a generous settlement. I may have lost a husband but I have gained so much more, not least a new friend in Sarah, a house, a pension and my independence. My divorce would have been an awful ugly experience without Sarah.

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Eileen

Matter Type:

Financial Matters

Eileen

March 18, 2024

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Excellent Service

Unfortunately for Olivia she inherited my case after 3 solicitors from another Law Firm let me down.
FORTUNATELY for me, this is when things gathered speed after nearly 2 years of no progress.
I met with Olivia & was immediately filled with hope!
She put me at ease right away and within an hour we had had a clear plan in ‘moving forward’ she gave me a rough estimation on when she hoped each stage would take place, & True to her word it was exactly as she predicted.

Olivia kept me up to date on progress, (unlike before I had no need to ‘chase’ the solicitor )
She is very knowledgeable in her field (Family Law). I felt valued & understood. My phone calls/emails were answered immediately,
She has without doubt made this matter easy. My only regret is that I hadn’t found her at the beginning of my journey.
Hence the reason for this review, I would have no hesitation recommending Olivia to anyone. A young lady who is set to go far in her chosen profession!
Thank you

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Paul

Matter Type:

Employment Law

Paul

March 15, 2024

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Excellent professional service

Someone recommended Samuel Phillips to me for an employment issue. Paul Lott was very knowledgeable and gave clear, concise advice that helped me navigate a difficult situation at work. Communication was prompt and effective. I would highly recommend Samuel Phillips.

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haq747

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Residential Conveyancing

haq747

March 09, 2024

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Fast and professional!

I have used SPL previously for my property purchased but this was the first time we had Gurjeet as our solicitor! There was a change in solicitors within SPL during the conveyancing, however Gurjeet picked this up superbly and did not let us feel out of touch and she went ahead to finish the job! She was quick, efficient and had a ‘get the job done’ mindset which is what you want in a solicitor especially when it comes to property purchases! I hope to deal with yourself again and highly recommend her professionalism whilst going above and beyond to assist her clients! Reasonable, fair and transparent pricing! Many thanks!

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Erica R

Matter Type:

Divorce

Erica R

March 02, 2024

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If you’re getting divorced, you need Sarah!

Sarah has been an absolute blessing throughout my divorce. Any questions answered professionally and promptly & some added humour when I needed it. Sarah knows family law inside & out & I honestly don’t think I could have got through it without her. Thank you again ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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Nadeem

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Matter Type:

New home purchases and sales

Nadeem

March 01, 2024

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Happy first time buyer

Worked with Samuel Law Phillips and more specifically Rebecca Cooper in relation to a property purchase.

This as my first property purchase so I was definitely new to the whole process but Rebecca was able to clearly relay all the information I needed to know and was clear and concise when it came to my many questions.

Any requests or questions I had, Rebecca was quick to answer the phone and provide answers upon request. The process was in line with my timescales and Rebecca was diligent in ensuring we met those timelines.

Most importantly, Rebecca kept me fully updated on the entire process and was honest about what to expect etc. The entire process was seamless and efficient and made the stress of buying my first property much more simple.

I will definitely be recommending Samuel Law to my friends and family and I would definitely use again.

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Nicola

Matter Type:

Adoption, Surrogacy, Care and Special Guardianship

Nicola

February 27, 2024

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Professional service

Very professional and friendly service from Olivia and Hannah.

Would 100% recommend.

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Reviews collected from

Grégoire

Grégoire

November 28, 2022

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Grégoire

We used Samuel Phillips for the conveyancing of our house, and communication was below what we expected. After a few weeks without any email, I called them for them to tell me they didn't receive anything. The contact email address provided on the quote was apparently the head of department address and we should've sent documents to another one (that we had to guess ourselves?).

After a bumpy start, I have to say it was pretty efficient (hence why 3 stars and not 1), but still had to call to get any emails or any updates.

It's a real shame the house sale fell through: they were getting faster and faster, and better at sending emails. So efficient indeed that we received the (not so cheap for what was done) bill in exactly 7 minutes!

I wouldn't recommend if you are unfamiliar with the process of buying a house or if you don't have time to call them to get things moving; but I can't honestly say they were useless either.

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Barry

Barry

November 05, 2022

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Barry

Just sold a property which turned into a challenge with numerous problems with the buyers, their mortgage and the Lease of the building, but Samuel Phillips managed to still complete the sale. Would use again and recommend.

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September 01, 2022

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anne

Pleasant efficient and knowledgeable. Very impressed

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Christine

Matter Type:

Employment Law

Christine

August 10, 2022

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Christine

I was able to have an appointment the same day at my request and Phoboe was so helpful and thorough. I would highly recommend her and cant thank her enough for all her help during a very stressful week Thank you Phoebe once again

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Karolina

Karolina

July 22, 2022

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Karolina

Very happy with James and his services.
Extremely professional and knowledgeable. Efficient, friendly and reasonably prices. Highly recommended.

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Description

Founded in 1919, by Samuel Phillips Law, the firm has a reputation for service excellence and providing solutions which are bespoke to each client’s specific needs. A century since the firm was founded, Samuel Phillips Law provides services across a range of specialisms including Family, Employment, Litigation & Dispute Resolution, Agriculture, Residential Property, Commercial Property and Wills Probate & Trusts. A cornerstone of Samuel Phillips Law success is its ability to recruit and retain some of the most able and talented lawyers in the region. Whether you are seeking services as an individual, a business or the public sector, at Samuel Phillips Law you know that your affairs will be handled in a pragmatic and professional approach from the very start.

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Legal services

Personal areas of law

  • Consumer
    • Consumer Disputes
    • Consumer Rights
    • Litigation - Breach of contract
    • Litigation - Insurance disputes
    • Litigation - M&A and warranty disputes
    • Litigation - Product liability claims
    • Litigation - Property litigation claims
    • Litigation - Trust and pension issues
    • Litigation Law
    • Travel rights
  • Employment
    • Agency Staff / Temp Workers
    • Constructive/Unfair Dismissal
    • Disciplinary Hearings
    • Discrimination at Work
    • Employee Team Moves
    • Employment Contracts
    • Equal Pay Disputes
    • Family Leave
    • Flexible Working
    • Gardening Leave
    • Harassment/Bullying at Work
    • Holiday Pay Issues
    • Maternity and Paternity
    • Part Time Workers
    • Pension Law
    • Privacy and Data Protection
    • Professional Discipline
    • Redundancy
    • Restrictive Covenants
    • Senior Executives
    • Settlement Agreements
    • Stress at Work
    • TUPE
    • Tribunal Claims
    • UK Employment Laws
    • Unfair Dismissal Claims
    • Whistleblower Protection
  • Family Law
    • Adoption, Surrogacy, Care and Special Guardianship
    • Asset protection and tax mitigation
    • Child Arrangements Following Divorce
    • Child Law
    • Child Relocation After Divorce
    • Child contact
    • Children
    • Children Act proceedings
    • Civil Partnership Dissolution
    • Civil partnerships
    • Cohabitation agreements and disputes
    • Cohabitation and Unmarried Relationships
    • Collaborative Law
    • Divorce After A Brain Or Other Serious Injury
    • Domestic Abuse
    • Family Mediation
    • Family law
    • Financial Matters
    • Grandparents' Rights
    • Inheritance Act claims
    • Injunctions
    • Matrimonial finance
    • Out Of Court Divorce
    • Parental responsibility, paternity disputes, surrogacy
    • Pension and property advice
    • Pre and Post Nuptial Agreements
    • Separation Agreement
    • Social Services
    • Unmarried Couples' Rights
  • Housing & Property
    • Anti-social Behaviour
    • Boundary Disputes
    • Buying at auction
    • Declarations of trusts
    • Deeds of Gifts
    • Deeds of easements, variation, deeds of rectifications
    • Dilapidation Claims
    • Evicting Squatters and Trespassers
    • Exclusivity and lock-out agreements
    • Extending your Lease
    • Freehold Enfranchisement
    • Housing Associations
    • Housing Management
    • Housing disputes
    • Injunctions
    • Investment and buy to let properties
    • Landlord and Tenant
    • Lease Extensions
    • Leasehold properties
    • Matrimonial transfers
    • New home purchases and sales
    • Option agreements and conditional contracts
    • Possession and repossession proceedings
    • Property Disputes
    • Purchase and Sale
    • Remortgaging
    • Renting and Tenancy Agreements
    • Repossessions
    • Residential Conveyancing
    • Restrictive Covenants, Easements and Wayleaves
    • Right of First Refusal
    • Right of Way and Rights to Light
    • Right to Manage
    • Service Charge Disputes
    • Service Charge Recovery
    • Tenancy Breaches, Injunctions and Forfeiture Claims
    • Tenant Eviction
    • Transfer of title
    • Transfers of equity
    • Transfers of parts of land
    • Unpaid Rent, Service or Ground Charges
  • Professional Negligence
    • Barristers
    • Financial advisors
    • IT professionals
    • Insurance brokers
    • Professional trustees
    • Valuers
  • Wills, Trusts & Probate
    • Probate
    • Trusts
    • Wills

Business areas of law

  • Agriculture
    • Agricultural land for sale or development
    • Buying and selling a farm
    • Commercial contracts for farming businesses
    • Employment of farm workers
    • Equestrian property
    • Farm partnerships and corporate structures
  • Charities
    • Charities
  • Commercial Property
    • Commercial Leases
    • Commercial mortgages
    • Developer disputes
    • Development plot sales
    • Environmental policy law
    • Finance
    • Investment purchases and Buy to Let
    • Landlord and tenant
    • Purchase and Sale Of Commercial Property
    • Purchase of development land
    • Rights of way issues
    • Sales or purchases of shops, factories, warehouses, offices and licensed premises
  • Company & Commercial
    • Commercial Law
    • Employment - business
    • Intellectual Property
  • Dispute Resolution
    • Mediation
  • Regulations
    • Licensing
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