J Stifford Solicitors Ltd

I would strongly advise people to think carefully before instructing this firm. I instructed them to handle my remortgage, which should have been a relatively straightforward matter. Instead, what I expected to take around 1–2 weeks took approximately 2.5 months and caused me a significant amount of unnecessary stress and hassle and financial loss. The biggest issue was the final bill. I was charged £2,200 in disbursements, despite the typical cost for these types of disbursements being around £500–£700. I repeatedly asked the firm to provide receipts or other evidence to support these charges, but they failed to provide satisfactory evidence. Because I could not get a satisfactory explanation or supporting documentation from the firm, I had no choice but to escalate the matter and make formal complaints to the SRA and the Legal Ombudsman. The Legal Ombudsman investigated the matter and found in my favour, ordering the firm to pay me £1,200 in compensation on 15th June 2026 I had to go through a formal complaints process to obtain a resolution. Based on my experience, I would not recommend this firm. My advice to anyone using them is to carefully check every charge, ask for receipts or supporting evidence for all disbursements, and do not be afraid to make a formal complaint if you believe something is not right. Avoid becoming a victim of unexplained or unsupported charges. Check everything carefully and challenge anything you cannot verify.

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Chowdhury Mohammad Jinnat Ali

I recently purchased a property with the help of Mr. Shawkat Ali and was highly impressed by the service I received. He demonstrated professionalism and attention to detail throughout the entire process. From start to finish, he provided clear communication and honest guidance, making what could have been a stressful experience feel smooth and manageable. I truly appreciate his support and would confidently recommend him to anyone looking to purchase a home. Thank you, Mr. Shawkat Ali, for your excellent service!

I recently won a court case against J Stifford Solicitors Ltd (Case No: KO2CL023). I had been defrauded of nearly £50,000. J Stifford's principal solicitor Chowdhury M Jinnat Ali gave evidence against me. The outcome of the court case shows Ali's testimony was comprehensively rejected by the Judge. (Incidentally, Jinnat Ali contacted someone we both know, that person in turn requested I do not share my negative opinions about Ali in this review.) The judge ordered J Stifford to return the money fraudulently taken and awarded costs in my favour. I write this review to alert people who may be considering using the services of J Stifford. Take my experience as a warning and seek the services of a better firm of solicitors.

"I had the pleasure of working with J Stifford Solicitors, and I must say the experience was outstanding. Their professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to excellence are truly commendable. Their ability to understand needs and deliver beyond expectations makes them stand out. The level of care and thoughtfulness they put into their work is evident, and it was a pleasure collaborating with someone so dedicated. I highly recommend J Stifford Solicitors for their expertise and exceptional service. Thank you for your hard work and continued excellence!"

Great communication from the start of the Sale process to end of the transaction...big THANKS to Ilsa Fatima, Shakerul and Jinnat Ali ji and team. Really pleased with the service and highly recommend this firm...will be pleasantly surprised with the outcome.

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