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Adoption, Surrogacy, Care and Special Guardianship
Kyle
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Amy Orange
I can not stress enough how much amy and the team have helped this process go as smooth as possible
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Richard Reed Ltd
0191 567 0465
Legal advice for all aspects of personal and business life We all face challenges along life’s journey and that’s why our team are on hand with a wide range of legal solutions for both individuals and businesses. Combining our expert knowledge of the law with our down to earth, friendly approach, our team will work with you to find a resolution to your legal issue and will ensure the best possible outcome. Get in touch today to find out how we can help. Read more...
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- 0191 567 0465
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Value for money
Excellent does not necessarily mean ‘cheap’. It means that clients thought that the level of service received was Excellent for what they paid.
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Anonymous
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Last Will and Testament
See below
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Matter Type:
Lasting power of attorney
JM
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Excellent Service
We found working with Annaleise a very easy and pleasant experience. She dealt with things quickly, explained details carefully and expedited everything to our satisfaction
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Employment Law
John
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Expertise throughout
Both Kat and Hilda from day 1 were great to work with. Expertise shown from my first call through to resolution guiding me along the way. Would recommend Kat Moody as a solicitor in her field every single time. Hilda also great to work with, again keeping the process streamlined and overall while you don't want to need a solicitor sometimes you do. Therefore my experience was a positive one
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Matter Type:
Children
Anonymous
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Outstanding
I cannot put into words how fantastic Cassandra was supporting me in a very difficult process. Her professionalism, compassion and overall expertise is second to none and i would highly recommend to anyone.
I would like to thank Cassandra and the team for their overall support
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Matter Type:
Residential Conveyancing
Costel-Cristian
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Best solicitors
Very happy with Richard Reed company they always answer my questions with great service and great communication!!!
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Matter Type:
Divorce
Lorraine
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The Dreaded Divorce
I was absolutely dreading having to go through/deal with my divorce, but my solicitor Debra Taylor from Richard Reed Solicitors was my saviour. She guided and helped me through the procedures and reassured me when I needed it. Her competence in dealing with everything was second to none and gave me the courage to "cross the finish line". I cannot thank her enough. She made something so hard to do, become bearable. Secretary Danielle was also brilliant in relaying information.
A representative from Richard Reed Ltd responded to this review on 13 March, 2025:
Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future.
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Matter Type:
Residential Conveyancing
Louise
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Purchasing my home
Fast and efficient service and kept informed all the way through.
A representative from Richard Reed Ltd responded to this review on 13 March, 2025:
Thank you for your feedback. We truly appreciate your positive feedback. and look forward to collaborating with you again in the future.
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Anonymous
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Not what I was expecting
Overall I was disappointed with their service. They were more expensive than other firms but I went with them because of their reputation.
I felt like I had no unprompted communication from my solicitor and the only updates I received I had to chase, sometimes multiple times.
They have an app that is supposed to keep you up to date. However this was never updated.
I was not in a chain and bought a part exchanged property so was expecting it to go through quickly. This wasn’t the case but I don’t know how much that was their fault. However, it seemed like no work was done on my case until I chased for an update.
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Matter Type:
Residential Conveyancing
Edward
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House purchase
Efficient and went as smooth as silk, highly recommend
A representative from Richard Reed Ltd responded to this review on 13 March, 2025:
Thank you so much for your review. We’re thrilled to hear that you had a positive experience with us. Your feedback means a lot to us and helps us continue to improve. We look forward to working with you again!
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Drewcorleone
Review of Services
I am writing to share my experience with Richard Reed, which I found to be unsatisfactory due to several factors that significantly impacted the overall process.
The duration of the transaction was prolonged, primarily attributed to what I can only describe as a lackluster approach from the team. Communication was poor, particularly in navigating the complexities of working with a young, first-time buyer. This lack of support was disappointing, especially given the importance of empathy and understanding in such situations.
Throughout the process, I felt that there was a noticeable absence of compassion or empathy, which are essential qualities in customer service. Instead, I encountered numerous excuses that shifted blame away from the team, rather than taking responsibility for the delays and frustrations experienced.
Additionally, I found the handling of my concerns to be unprofessional. When I expressed my frustration, the response was to threaten to terminate our conversation, rather than addressing the issues at hand. This reaction seemed disproportionate and indicative of a thin-skinned approach, which is surprising for a team in this industry.
Given my experience, I would advise potential clients to reconsider using Richard Reed. The lack of effective communication, empathy, and professionalism in handling customer concerns has left me with little confidence in their services.
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Matter Type:
Residential Conveyancing
Lori
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Lori
As a first time buyer, it can feel quite daunting when the house buying process starts. Nicola and Joanne have been nothing but fantastic. They made the buying process so hassle free and their communication was excellent - cannot fault them one bit!
A representative from Richard Reed Ltd responded to this review on 13 March, 2025:
We always appreciate it when our new clients take the time to share feedback about our law firm's legal services. We are so glad that you had such a positive experience and look forward to working with you in the future.
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Matter Type:
Residential Conveyancing
Brian
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Brian
Best solicitors in Sunderland
A representative from Richard Reed Ltd responded to this review on 07 February, 2025:
Thank you, Brian, for your fantastic review! Thank you for recommending Richard Reed Solicitors!
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Matter Type:
Commercial Law
Veronica
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Veronica
Very professional and efficient service.
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Matter Type:
Residential Conveyancing
Natty
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Natty
Need it urgent doc verified.
Excellent service and the same day as I need it! No waiting time, thank you!!!
A representative from Richard Reed Ltd responded to this review on 22 January, 2025:
Thank you for your review! We’re glad we could assist you promptly and provide the service you needed without delay. If you require further assistance in the future, don’t hesitate to get in touch.
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Residential Conveyancing
Marie Burden
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Marie Burden
Reliability and dedication to the client
A representative from Richard Reed Ltd responded to this review on 18 January, 2021:
Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future.
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Matter Type:
Residential Conveyancing
Victoria Watson
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Victoria Watson
Excellent service, very prompt and very professional.
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Residential Conveyancing
Emma Jayne
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Emma Jayne
We have just sold our property and purchased our new home with Richard Reed Solicitors. Nicola and Joanne were fantastic throughout the entire process! The communication and efficiency were second-to-none. Nicola and Joanne answered our questions, dealt with matters extremely promptly and made the matter of selling and buying less stressful. Could not recommend Nicola & her team at Richard Reed Solicitors enough!
A representative from Richard Reed Ltd responded to this review on 09 April, 2024:
Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future.
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Matter Type:
Residential Conveyancing
Jordon Nelson
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Jordon Nelson
these guys have been very helpful with a issue i had. i've had some excellent advice and they've been very helpful.
thanks again
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Matter Type:
Commercial Law
Ted Cummings
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Ted Cummings
Been a client for years, No desire pr need to change.
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Description
As a well-known and reputable law firm in Sunderland, Richard Reed Solicitors is recognised throughout Wearside and right across the North East for our dedication to the outstanding provision of legal services to both individual and commercial clients. We have a long and well-respected history, with Richard Reed himself establishing the business back in 1948. We are very proud of our heritage and it’s close to our hearts in everything we do. We have come a long way since 1948 and the firm has gone from strength to strength, year after year.
Practice areas
For You: Family Law Wills, Trusts & Probate Personal Disputes Residential Property Employment Law For Your Business: Corporate & Commercial Commercial Property Dispute Resolution Employment Law & HR
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Personal areas of law
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Consumer
- Consumer Disputes
- Consumer Rights
- Dispute resolution - civil mediation
- Libel and Defamation
- 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
- Malicious falsehood
- Travel rights
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Employment
- Agency Staff / Temp Workers
- Constructive/Unfair Dismissal
- Disciplinary Hearings
- Discrimination at Work
- Employee Team Moves
- Employment Contracts
- Employment Law
- Equal Pay Disputes
- Family Leave
- Flexible Working
- Gardening Leave
- Harassment/Bullying at Work
- Holiday Pay Issues
- Maternity and Paternity
- Part Time Workers
- Pay Issue
- 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
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Family Law
- Adoption, Surrogacy, Care and Special Guardianship
- Asset protection and tax mitigation
- Child Access
- Child Arrangements Following Divorce
- Child Custody
- Child Law
- Child Maintenance
- 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
- Divorce After A Brain Or Other Serious Injury
- Divorce Mediation
- Domestic Abuse
- Domestic Violence
- Family Mediation
- Family law
- Financial Matters
- Grandparents' Rights
- Inheritance Act claims
- Injunctions
- Lasting power of attorney
- Legal aid
- Marriage and civil partnerships
- Matrimonial finance
- Out Of Court Divorce
- Parental responsibility, paternity disputes, surrogacy
- Pension and property advice
- Pre and Post Nuptial Agreements
- Separation
- Separation Agreement
- Social Services
- Unmarried Couples' Rights
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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
- Neighbour Disputes
- 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
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Money & Tax
- Debt and Bankruptcy
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Notary
- Notary
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Professional Negligence
- Accountants
- Architects
- Barristers
- Engineers
- Financial advisors
- IT professionals
- Insurance brokers
- Professional Negligence
- Professional Negligence law
- Professional trustees
- Surveyors
- Tax consultants
- Valuers
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Wills, Trusts & Probate
- Disputed Probate
- Disputed Trusts
- Disputed Wills
- International
- Probate
- Trusts
- Wills
Business areas of law
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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
- Farming disputes
- Veterinary negligence
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Commercial Property
- Commercial Leases
- Commercial mortgages
- Developer disputes
- Development plot sales
- Environmental policy law
- Finance
- Investment purchases and Buy to Let
- Landlord and tenant
- Planning law
- 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
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Company & Commercial
- Agency agreements
- Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
- Asset Tracing
- Business structures and joint ventures
- Commercial Contracts and Agreements
- Commercial Law
- Commercial Litigation Matters
- Competition law
- Contract law
- Contractual Disputes
- Corporate Law
- Corporate finance
- Credit Control
- Data Protection
- Debt Recovery
- Employment - business
- Franchising
- Insolvency and Bankruptcy
- Management buyouts
- Merchandising and sponsorship
- Mergers and Acquisitions
- Mis-sold Interest Rate Swap Agreements
- Outsourcing agreements
- Partnership and LLP law
- Sales and Purchases
- Setting up a business
- Share option schemes
- Shareholder Agreements
- Shareholder and Partnership Disputes
- Slander
- Small businesses
- Statutory Demands
- Summary Judgment
- Tax
- Unfair Loan Charges
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Dispute Resolution
- Mediation
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Regulations
- Health and Safety