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Sydney Mitchell LLP

0121 698 2200
4.8/5
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Sydney Mitchell Solicitors was founded around 1763 by Richard Chattock. 250 years on, the firm is still providing legal solutions to people and businesses throughout the West Midlands and the UK. Based in the heart of the Midlands, the firm has a large team of legal experts that specialise in the various aspects of corporate, commercial and private law. With offices based in Birmingham City Centre, Shirley, Sheldon with facilities in Sutton Coldfield, Sydney Mitchell guarantees a first-rate legal service both locally and further afield. Read more...

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Suite 1 Shakespeare Building
Birmingham
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336 Stratford Road
Solihull
B90 3DN

Chattock House
Solihull
B90 3DN

Suite 1 Shakespeare Building
Birmingham
B26 3NL

336 Stratford Road
Solihull
B90 3DN

Chattock House
Solihull
B90 3DN

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Available lawyers at Sydney Mitchell LLP

Andre Minnaar

5.0 out of 5
(203)
Solicitor

Melissa Southall

5.0 out of 5
(123)
Solicitor

Charlotte Jones

4.5 out of 5
(27)
Solicitor

Jamie Langley

5.0 out of 5
(16)
Paralegal

Carina Jheeta

5.0 out of 5
(10)
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Leanne Schneider-Rose

5.0 out of 5
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Kirandeep Athwal

4.8 out of 5
(6)
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Heleena Gandham

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Adam Oleskow

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Dean Parnell

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Raj Sahota

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Shelly Shorthouse

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How Sydney Mitchell LLP Compares

Value for money

This firm - 95%
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  • 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 1%
Overpriced 4%
About Right 93%

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Would recommend to
friends and family

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outcome of matter

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

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Rankings by area of expertise

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

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Nationally

Consumer
1st / 3
139th / 4496
Company & Commercial
1st / 5
77th / 4278
Housing & Property
1st / 1
120th / 4212
Family Law
1st / 5
103rd / 3813
Wills, Trusts & Probate
1st / 1
133rd / 3464
Commercial Property
1st / 1
184th / 3273
Employment
1st / 3
76th / 3053
Regulations
1st / 1
62nd / 2498
Personal Injury
1st / 3
87th / 2337
Crime/ Criminal Defence
1st / 1
114th / 2077
Immigration
1st / 7
89th / 1989
Money & Tax
1st / 3
71st / 1826
Professional Negligence
1st / 9
69th / 1172
IT & Intellectual Property
1st / 1
46th / 1037
Dispute Resolution
1st / 1
105th / 1032
Clinical Negligence
1st / 3
84th / 938
Welfare & Benefits
1st / 2
46th / 811
Banking
1st / 6
25th / 693
Agriculture
1st / 1
87th / 614
Construction
1st / 1
40th / 581

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

4.8/5

Reviews summary

  • Excellent

    757

  • Very Good

    139

  • Average

    0

  • Poor

    1

  • Awful

    2

Overall experience

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

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Matter Type:

Applications for British citizenship

Anonymous

July 13, 2025

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Outstanding service and complete success in achieving goals

Andre Minnaar has been dealing with every step of our immigration case over a period of 6 years. Each application was completely successful, including gaining the necessary visa's, ILF (Indefinite Leave to Remain), and finally, citizenship. Because of Andre's knowledge, skill and professionalism, we encountered no problems of any kind with our applications, even though there was a degree of complexity. Furthermore, he is an excellent communicator, clearly explaining everything as the case proceeded. We particularly appreciated the speed and clarity with which Andre responded to any questions we had. Immigration cases are inevitably somewhat stressful, but with Andre as our lawyer we had every confidence that we would be successful, and we were completely successful. It is actually hard to express how grateful we are to Andre, as his successful handling of our immigration case has made a wonderful difference in our lives. He is a light and a joy in a world that is often cruel and harsh.

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Grant ottewell
Personal Injury

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Matter Type:

Accident At Work

Grant ottewell

July 11, 2025

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Workplace injury, foot surgery.

My solicitor was very compassionate & caring. While had effective communication skills.

Kiran the solitor: also understood the needs of her client. Thus, was able to give good advice & legal recommendations.

She was able to negotiate through the Defendant Insurers; with effective communication.

Any questions I had were answered.

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Richard Udeze
Immigration

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Matter Type:

Immigration Law

Richard Udeze

July 09, 2025

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Excellent Service

Had the pleasure of working with Andre.

He's an amazing professional that's always willing to go the extra mile!

Would definitely recommend to all.

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MalkaP
Immigration

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Matter Type:

Immigration Law

MalkaP

July 08, 2025

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Skilled Worker visa guidance

I am incredibly grateful for the outstanding support and guidance provided by Mr. André throughout my Skilled Worker visa process. From the very beginning, they demonstrated exceptional professionalism, clear communication, and in depth knowledge of immigration procedures. Every step was handled with precision and care, and felt well informed and confident thanks to his guidance.

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Uzoma
Immigration

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Matter Type:

Immigration Law

Uzoma

July 04, 2025

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Outstanding Legal Support

Andre is an exceptional solicitor - highly professional, incredibly prompt, and remarkably thorough. His support was consistent and reassuring throughout my case. Truly one of the best in the field. I couldn’t recommend him more!

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Kafayat Adekunle
Immigration

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Matter Type:

Asylum and Deportation

Kafayat Adekunle

July 02, 2025

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Recommendation

I would gladly recommend Andre Minnaar to everyone who would be needing his services.
He is very attentive, considered, supportive and the best so far. He has great legal knowledge my experience with him gave an insight of all I need to know. He made the journey smooth and life easier.
Thank you Andre

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Delia Holyfield
Immigration

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Immigration Law

Delia Holyfield

June 20, 2025

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Jamie's support with a skilled worker visa

Jamie was very patient with my endless questions and was easily contactable during the process. He was prompt and attentive to my requests and available for phone call when a conversation was better than a long email trail.

I found him honest about how we should approach the skilled worker visa and gave practical solutions to some of the dilemma's we were faced with when navigating the skilled visa route and more importantly the unforgiving SMS system.

I would work with Jamie again and would recommend him to others.

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Lucy and Jeff
Immigration

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Matter Type:

Family Based Visas

Lucy and Jeff

June 20, 2025

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Fast, straight-forward, immigration support

Jamie supported us with understanding the process and submitting a spousal visa application. The application process was substantially easier with his guidance. Good communication at all times and reassuring. Application approved without delay. Thank you~!

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Everlyn
Immigration

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Immigration Law

Everlyn

June 13, 2025

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Professional, great communication

Andre has been sent, He has been professional and proactive throughout my case.
I was always informed on all communication with and from the home office.Andre would go out of his way to chase and follow up with the home office.
He has been honest all through, says things as they are.
He has been of tremendous help with my case, even when I was on the verge of giving up, he encouraged me to remain resilient which has truly paid off.

Thank you so much Andre.
I highly recommend his services, great value for money, excellent service and very effective communication.

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Saadiq Dunnage
Immigration

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Applications for British citizenship

Saadiq Dunnage

June 06, 2025

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Immigration application

I have had a brilliant and amazing experience working with Jamie on my wife’s immigration application, he has done an amazing job working so hard at it for a few months putting everything together in detail and I am pleased to say that the application was a success. I highly recommend Jamie to anyone who is looking on a spouse Visa.

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An award winning Top Tier Legal 500 firm of solicitors, providing high quality, partner-led services to both UK and international clients. Based in the West Midlands, we have offices in Birmingham City Centre, Shirley, Solihull, Sheldon and facilities in Sutton Coldfield.

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Personal areas of law

  • Clinical Negligence
    • Accident and Emergency Claims
    • Amputation Negligence Claims
    • Birth Defect and Wrongful Birth Claims
    • Birth Injury Claims
    • Birth Injury To Mother Claims
    • Bowel Cancer Misdiagnosis Claims
    • Breast Cancer Misdiagnosis Claims
    • Breast Surgery Compensation Claims
    • Cancer Misdiagnosis Claims
    • Cerebral Palsy Claims
    • Cervical Cancer Misdiagnosis Claims
    • Clinical Negligence
    • Cochlear Implant Claims
    • Cosmetic Dentistry Claims
    • Cosmetic Surgery Claims
    • Defective Medical Device Claims
    • Dental Negligence
    • Dental Negligence Claims
    • Dermal Filler Compensation Claims
    • Diabetes Claims
    • Erb’s Palsy Compensation Claims
    • Eye Surgery Claims
    • Failed Sterilisation Claims
    • Fatal Medical Negligence Claims and Inquests
    • GP Negligence Claims
    • Hospital Negligence Claims
    • Knee Replacement Claims
    • Laser Eye Surgery Claims
    • Laser Treatment Claims
    • Lung Cancer Misdiagnosis Claims
    • MRSA Claims
    • Medical Misdiagnosis Claims
    • Medical Negligence
    • Meningitis Misdiagnosis Claims
    • Metal-On-Metal Hip Replacement Claims
    • Nerve Injury Claims
    • Ophthalmic Negligence Claims
    • Oral Cancer Claims
    • Orthopaedic Negligence Claims
    • Ovarian Cancer Misdiagnosis Claims
    • Pancreatic Cancer Misdiagnosis Claims
    • Periodontal Disease Claims
    • Pregnancy and Gynaecology Injury Claims
    • Prostate Cancer Misdiagnosis Claims
    • Restorative Dentistry Claims
    • Sepsis Negligence Claims
    • Skin Cancer Misdiagnosis Claims
    • Spinal Surgery Claims
    • Stroke Misdiagnosis Claims
    • Surgery Compensation Claims
    • Surgical and Transvaginal Mesh Claims
    • Testicular Cancer Misdiagnosis Claims
  • Consumer
    • Consumer Disputes
    • Consumer Rights
    • Dispute resolution - civil mediation
    • 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
  • Crime/ Criminal Defence
    • Fraud
  • 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
    • 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
  • Immigration
    • Administrative reviews, appeals and judicial reviews
    • Applications for British citizenship
    • Applications to extend leave to remain or for settlement
    • Asylum applications and appeals
    • Deportation appeals
    • Family Based Visas
    • Family Reunion Applications / Appeals
    • Family Visit Visa Applications /Appeals
    • Further leave to remain applications
    • General Visit Visa Applications / Appeals
    • Immigration Law
    • Indefinite leave to remain applications
    • Marriage Applications/Appeals
    • Partner and family visas
    • Settlement Applications and indefinite leave to remain appeals
    • Tier 1 (investors, entrepreneurs and exceptional talent)
    • Tier 2 (sponsored skilled workers)
    • Tier 4 (students)
    • Tier 5 (temporary workers)
  • Money & Tax
    • Debt and Bankruptcy
    • HMRC Tax Investigations and Disputes
    • Inheritance Tax
    • Insolvency and bankruptcy
    • Property Holding Structures
    • Tax
    • Tax Advisory Services
    • Tax Compliance Services
    • Trusts
  • Personal Injury
    • Accident Abroad
    • Accident At Work
    • Accidents At Sea And Cruise Injury
    • Accidents In Public Places
    • Against The Council
    • Amputation
    • Asbestos Compensation
    • Asbestos Lung Cancer
    • Asbestosis
    • Back Injury At Work
    • Benefits Available To Asbestos Victims
    • Broken Bone Or Fracture
    • Bus and Coach Accident
    • Car Accident
    • Car Passenger
    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Children's Accident
    • Children's Serious Injury
    • Chronic Pain
    • Cycling Accident
    • Defective Work Equipment
    • Dog Bite
    • Fall From Height
    • Fatal Accident
    • Fatal Asbestos
    • Gym Injury Compensation
    • Head Injury At Work
    • Head and Brain Injury
    • Holiday Accidents and Illness
    • Horse Riding Injury
    • Industrial Disease Compensation
    • Manual Handling
    • Mesothelioma Compensation
    • Motor Insurance Policy
    • Motorbike Accident
    • No Win No Fee
    • Noise-Induced Hearing Loss
    • Occupational Asthma
    • Pedestrian Accident
    • Personal Injury Law
    • Repetitive Strain Injury
    • Road Traffic Accident
    • Serious Injury
    • Skiing Injury
    • Slips, Trips and Falls
    • Spinal Injury Compensation
    • Sports Injury
    • Supermarket Accident
    • Vibration White Finger
    • Whiplash
    • Workplace Slip and Trip
  • 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
    • Farming disputes
    • Veterinary negligence
  • Banking
    • Banking
  • 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
    • Agency agreements
    • Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
    • Asset Tracing
    • Business structures and joint ventures
    • Commercial Law
    • Commercial Litigation Matters
    • Competition law
    • Contractual Disputes
    • Corporate Law
    • Corporate finance
    • Data Protection
    • Employment - business
    • Franchising
    • Insolvency and Bankruptcy
    • Intellectual Property
    • Management buyouts
    • Merchandising and sponsorship
    • Mergers and Acquisitions
    • Mis-sold Interest Rate Swap Agreements
    • Partnership and LLP law
    • Sales and Purchases
    • Setting up a business
    • Share option schemes
    • Shareholder Agreements
    • Shareholder and Partnership Disputes
    • Small businesses
    • Statutory Demands
    • Summary Judgment
    • Tax
    • Unfair Loan Charges
  • Construction
    • Construction
    • Construction and engineering dispute resolution
    • Contracts for the supply, installation and maintenance of specialist mechanical and electrical plant
    • Development agreements
    • Engineering contracts
    • Facility maintenance agreements
  • Dispute Resolution
    • Mediation
  • IT & Intellectual Property
    • Advertising and Marketing Compliance
    • Anti-Counterfeiting and Anti-Piracy
    • Confidential Information, Know-How and Trade Secrets
    • Copyright
    • Dealing with intellectual property infringements
    • Design rights and product designs
    • Domain Names
    • Intellectual Property Litigation and Dispute Resolution
    • Patents
    • Personality and Image Rights
    • Trade Marks and Designs
  • Regulations
    • Health and Safety