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Suite 1 Shakespeare Building, 2233 Coventry Road, Sheldon, Birmingham, West Midlands, B26 3NL

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Suite 1 Shakespeare Building, 2233 Coventry Road, Sheldon, Birmingham, West Midlands, B26 3NL

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Sydney Mitchell LLP Review Scores & Client Satisfaction Overview

4.8
Excellent
93%
Value for
Money
95%+
Success
Rate
95%+
Would
Recommend
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 4.6/5

Accreditations

Sydney Mitchell LLP are accredited by

Family Law accreditation awarded to Sydney Mitchell LLP
The Law Society accreditation awarded to Sydney Mitchell LLP
Conveyancing Quality Scheme accreditation awarded to Sydney Mitchell LLP

Description

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.

Rankings by area of expertise

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Sydney Mitchell LLP Review Scores & Client Satisfaction Overview

4.9
Excellent
95%
Value for
Money
12% above
national average
95%+
Success
Rate
18% above
national average
95%+
Would
Recommend
19% 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

Sydney Mitchell LLP are accredited by

Family Law accreditation awarded to Sydney Mitchell LLP
The Law Society accreditation awarded to Sydney Mitchell LLP
Conveyancing Quality Scheme accreditation awarded to Sydney Mitchell LLP

Description

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.

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 / locally.

Immigration 8 / 2,271
Wills, Trusts & Probate 91 / 3,769
Housing & Property 210 / 4,746
Family Law 77 / 4,195
Immigration Law 26 / 1,165
Employment 109 / 3,593
Personal Injury 79 / 2,632
Dispute Resolution 99 / 1,798
Commercial Property 204 / 3,638
Company & Commercial 72 / 4,129
Money & Tax 102 / 1,935
Clinical Negligence 100 / 1,240
Consumer 120 / 4,376
Appeals Law 21 / 852
Child Law 75 / 1,645
Contract Law 37 / 1,421
Welfare & Benefits 56 / 1,043
Banking 39 / 1,025
Compliance Law 14 / 448
European Law 3 / 92
IT & Intellectual Property 68 / 1,099
Litigation 60 / 905
Mental Health Law 14 / 207
Adjudication Law 18 / 247
Administrative Law 10 / 218
Agriculture 121 / 819
Aviation Law 2 / 145
Bribery and Corruption Law 11 / 413
Civil Law 17 / 75
Company Law 33 / 970
Construction 56 / 848
Copyright Law 10 / 519
Corporate Law 38 / 847
Crime/ Criminal Defence 143 / 2,138
Criminal Law 44 / 1,011
Customs Law 3 / 122
Cybersecurity and Data Protection Law 16 / 887
Debt and Tax Law 37 / 784
Defamation Law 14 / 271
Dental Law 4 / 56
Disability Law 18 / 601
Discrimination Law 20 / 499
Elder Law 26 / 322
Enforcement Law 30 / 570
Environmental Law 10 / 394
Equality Law 24 / 1,090
Equity Law 36 / 571
Health and Safety Law 15 / 576
Healthcare Law 7 / 356
Insurance Law 20 / 654
Intellectual Property Law 26 / 623
International Enforcement of Judgments 7 / 153
Land Law 66 / 1,325
Licensing Law 18 / 501
National Insurance Law 18 / 420
Occupational Health Law 14 / 427
Pharmaceutical Law 2 / 96
Planning Law 21 / 584
Privacy Law 7 / 514
Private International Law 9 / 131
Professional Negligence 69 / 1,290
Regulations 63 / 2,380
Social Law 10 / 224
Travel Law 2 / 126
White Collar Crime 12 / 209
National 204 / 11,243

Meet the team of Sydney Mitchell LLP

Meet the team of Sydney Mitchell LLP

Contact & Locations - Sydney Mitchell LLP

Opening hours

Monday 09:00–17:30
Tuesday 09:00–17:30
Wednesday 09:00–17:30
Thursday 09:00–17:30
Friday 09:00–17:30
Saturday (Closed)
Sunday (Closed)

Suite 1 Shakespeare Building, 2233 Coventry Road, Sheldon, Birmingham, West Midlands, B26 3NL

Reviews

4.8 /5 81 Reviews
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What clients say about Sydney Mitchell LLP

Clients consistently praise the firm’s expertise in conveyancing, family law, immigration, probate, employment disputes and personal injury, with successful outcomes and efficient handling of complex matters. Reviews highlight strong legal knowledge, thorough preparation and practical guidance across property sales and purchases, divorces, visas, wills and estates. Client-valued soft skills include excellent communication, responsiveness, empathy, patience, professionalism and attention to detail. The team is also described as proactive, reassuring, approachable and dedicated, making stressful processes feel clear, manageable and well supported.

Excellent communication
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Stress-free process
Knowledgeable advice
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Divorce

I engaged Karen Moore for divorce proceedings on the recommendation of a friend. I was so pleased I did. Karen was honest forthright and clear. She was totally professional and kept me up to date with everything. I felt she always had my best interest at heart. Although an expensive process she was worth every penny. She was very up front about cost expectation and process. I would have no hesitation it recommending her services. Her supporting team also deserves praise . Thank you for your support during what was a very difficult time.

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Tracey, thank you! It was an absolute privilege for Karen and the team to guide you through such a challenging time and deliver the clear, professional service you deserved.

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Outstanding from start to finish

Karen, Claire, and Hayley were outstanding from start to finish. They guided me through a difficult family matter with exceptional expertise, compassion, and unwavering professionalism at every stage of the process. From our very first meeting, I felt supported, well advised, and confident that my case was in the best possible hands. Karen’s strategic judgment, attention to detail, and calm approach were invaluable, while Claire and the wider team were consistently responsive, approachable, and extremely diligent. I always felt that my interests were their priority. As a family lawyer myself, I know Family proceedings can be incredibly stressful, but Karen and her team combined first-class legal advice with genuine empathy and understanding. Karen and her team have a deserved reputation as leading family lawyers, and my experience fully justifies that reputation. I cannot thank them enough for everything they did on my behalf and would recommend them without hesitation to anyone seeking outstanding family law representation.

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Thank you for your generous feedback. We are grateful that you chose our team to support you during such an important matter. Your recommendation is sincerely appreciated, and we wish you all the very best for the future.

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Outstanding Legal Support from Claire Sargant During My Divorce

My experience with Sydney Mitchell’s Family team during my divorce was exceptional, particularly the outstanding support and guidance I received from Claire Sargant, Senior Solicitor. From our first meeting, Claire demonstrated a high level of professionalism, legal expertise and empathy. Divorce can be an extremely challenging and emotional process, but Claire took the time to fully understand my circumstances, explain each stage of the legal process clearly and provide practical advice that enabled me to make informed decisions with confidence. What stood out most was Claire’s ability to combine strong legal knowledge with a genuinely caring and supportive approach. She was approachable, responsive and always ensured that I felt listened to and supported throughout the process. Her communication was consistently clear, timely and reassuring, which made a significant difference during what could otherwise have been an overwhelming experience. Claire’s dedication, attention to detail and commitment to achieving the best possible outcome were evident throughout my case. She built trust from the outset and gave me confidence that my matter was being handled with professionalism and care. Based on my experience, Sydney Mitchell’s Family team provides an excellent client-focused service, combining expertise with a personal approach. I would have no hesitation in recommending Claire Sargant and the wider Family team to anyone seeking professional family law advice and representation.

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Thank you for your thoughtful and generous feedback, Pete. It is wonderful to know that Claire's guidance and clear communication helped you feel informed and supported during a difficult time. We wish you all the very best for the future.

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Outstanding Practice-Emma & Mauro

I cannot thank Emma Gray and Mauro enough for their outstanding support throughout my family proceedings. Emma was an exceptional solicitor with extensive legal knowledge and an incredibly efficient approach. She provided honest and realistic insight into the legal process, helping me understand what to expect while always showing genuine empathy during a very difficult time. Emma ensured that every outstanding document was completed thoroughly and on time, giving me confidence that everything was being handled professionally. Whenever Emma was unavailable, Mauro stepped in seamlessly. He was honest, reassuring, and made sure that all necessary documents were submitted to the court promptly. It was clear that Emma and Mauro communicated exceptionally well, as Mauro was fully aware of my circumstances and was able to provide consistent support without me having to repeat everything. On the day of the court hearing, and even afterwards, both Emma and Mauro went above and beyond by emailing and calling to check on me and my family. Their kindness, professionalism, and genuine care made an incredibly stressful experience much more manageable. I would highly recommend this firm to anyone going through family proceedings. Emma and Mauro are a credit to the firm, and I am truly grateful for their dedication, compassion, and outstanding service.

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Thank you for this wonderful review! We are incredibly proud of Emma and Mauro for providing such an outstanding, empathetic, and seamless service during your family proceedings. Hearing how well they communicated to keep your case on track and how they went above and beyond to check on your family after court means the world to us. They are indeed a credit to our firm. Thank you for your recommendation, Sophie!

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Child Arrangements Order

Unfortunately, I didn't have a great experience with my previous solicitor, but Claire has been exceptional, from the start to the end. She has a vast amount of knowledge and puts your interest first. I will be recommending Claire to friends who are looking for family legal advice. Exceptional service to say the least.

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It can be hard to trust the process again when a previous experience didn't go well, so we are absolutely thrilled that Claire could turn things around for you. Family legal matters require a delicate balance of deep expertise and genuine care, and it’s wonderful to hear that Claire’s exceptional knowledge and client-first approach gave you the support you deserved.

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Clients consistently praise the firm’s expertise in conveyancing, family law, immigration, probate, employment disputes and personal injury, with successful outcomes and efficient handling of complex matters. Reviews highlight strong legal knowledge, thorough preparation and practical guidance across property sales and purchases, divorces, visas, wills and estates. Client-valued soft skills include excellent communication, responsiveness, empathy, patience, professionalism and attention to detail. The team is also described as proactive, reassuring, approachable and dedicated, making stressful processes feel clear, manageable and well supported.

Excellent communication
Highly professional
Clear explanations
Prompt responses
Attention to detail
Supportive guidance
Stress-free process
Knowledgeable advice
Reliable service
Compassionate approach

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Professional, supportive and genuinely exceptional

I honestly cannot recommend Gemma highly enough. I first instructed Gemma at what was an incredibly difficult and uncertain time in my life, and she has supported me throughout what turned into a long and, at times, extremely stressful divorce and financial settlement. From the very beginning, I felt that I was in safe hands. She was always knowledgeable, pragmatic and honest in her advice, while also being incredibly understanding and supportive when things became difficult. What makes my experience with Gemma even more unusual is that, despite her knowing so much about what has happened over the last year and a bit, we have never actually met! It has genuinely felt like having the most amazing, incredibly well-informed pen pal — one who just happens to know all the details of your divorce and always knows exactly what advice and reassurance you need. The process was not straightforward, particularly towards the end when the financial settlement was repeatedly delayed, but Gemma continued to push matters forward and keep me informed. I always felt that she had my best interests at heart and was doing everything she could to get matters resolved. I have finally received my settlement and can now properly move forward with the next chapter of my life. I am incredibly grateful to Gemma for helping me get to this point. Her professionalism, patience, knowledge and genuine care have made such a difference to me, and I would have no hesitation whatsoever in recommending her to anyone who finds themselves needing legal support through what can be an incredibly daunting process.

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Veronica and Ricardo

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Outstanding Service, Professionalism and Support

We are extremely grateful to Laura for her outstanding support throughout the entire journey. From the very beginning, she was incredibly responsive, professional, attentive, and diligent, keeping us informed and supported every step of the way. Her communication and attention to detail gave us great confidence and made the whole experience so much easier. We truly appreciate all her hard work and dedication. We highly recommend Laura to anyone looking for a professional and reliable service. We will definitely use her services again in the future and will be very happy to recommend her to our friends and family. Thank you, Laura, for everything! Veronica & Ricardo

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Thank you for your feedback, Veronica and Ricardo. It is wonderful to hear that Laura provided such reassuring support throughout your matter. We truly appreciate your trust, recommendation and kind words about her dedication.

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Housing & Property

Excellent Service

I needed a solicitor to handle the sale of my late brother in law. From first contact Sydney Mitchell provided a first rate service. Fees were clearly explained and the conveyancer handling the transaction, Laura, ensured I was kept realistically informed throughout doing her best to keep me grounded.

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Hi John, thank you for sharing your experience. We are pleased to hear that Laura provided clear guidance and kept you well informed throughout the sale. We also appreciate your comments regarding the transparency of our fees and are grateful for your kind feedback.

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Successful VISA Application

I was initially overwhelmed by the immigration process, but from our first consultation, Andre made everything feel manageable. He explained each stage clearly, was always available for anyone questions I had, and kept me informed throughout. I really appreciated how thorough and professional he was, while still making the process feel personal. His knowledge and attention to detail gave me complete confidence that my application was in good hands. I’m extremely grateful for his support and would have no hesitation recommending him to anyone looking for an immigration attorney. The past six years have been remarkably stress-free, with every application handled seamlessly. I owe Andre a huge debt of gratitude for his expertise, support, and dedication throughout the entire process.

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Thank you, Bernice, for taking the time to recognise Andre's dedication over the years. We are delighted to know that his guidance gave you confidence throughout your applications and helped make the process feel more manageable. We truly appreciate your recommendation.

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Heartfelt thank you!

I cannot thank André enough for all his help, support and dedication throughout what has been an incredibly difficult journey for us. From the very beginning, André went above and beyond to help, guide and support us. His patience, professionalism and genuine commitment made such a difference during a time that was filled with uncertainty, worry and stress. What stood out most was that André didn’t simply do what was required of him. He genuinely cared about the outcome and put so much time, effort and dedication into making sure everything was done properly. He worked tirelessly to help us achieve the success and results we had hoped and prayed for, and for that we will always be incredibly grateful. There are people who simply do their job, and then there are people who leave a lasting impression because of the way they treat and support others. André is undoubtedly the latter. His kindness, understanding and commitment throughout this journey will never be forgotten. We truly feel blessed to have had André helping us through such an important and difficult chapter of our lives. The outcome we achieved means so much to us, and we know that André’s hard work and dedication played a huge part in getting us there. I would wholeheartedly recommend André to anyone. He is not only extremely professional and dedicated, but also someone who genuinely cares about the people he helps. Thank you, André, from the bottom of our hearts. Your efforts, support and kindness have meant more to us than words can express. You will always be remembered with the greatest gratitude and appreciation.

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Your heartfelt words are greatly appreciated, Adeel. We are pleased to know that Andre’s guidance and commitment made a meaningful difference during such an important time. It is wonderful to hear that you were happy with the outcome.

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