Sydney Mitchell LLP

4.9 | 103 Reviews 103 Reviews | Family Law

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Chattock House, 346 Stratford Road, Shirley, Birmingham, Solihull, West Midlands, B90 3DN

0121 746 3300

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Regulated by:

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Regulator ID: 513895

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103 Reviews

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Communication 4.8/5

Initial Impressions 4.8/5

Approachability 4.8/5

Documentation Accuracy 4.9/5

Legal Knowledge 4.9/5

Value for money 4.7/5

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Description

Sydney Mitchell Solicitors was founded in 1763 by Richard Chattock. 260 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 and Sheldon, Sydney Mitchell guarantees a first-rate legal service both locally and further afield.

Rankings by area of expertise

Local 1 / 2

National 241 / 11,165

Meet the team of Sydney Mitchell LLP

Mauro Vinti

Partner, Family Law

4.7

Adam Oleskow

Partner, Conveyancing

5.0

Kim Hopkins

Senior Legal Exec, Wills Trusts Probate

4.6

Philip Ampoulaila

Wills Assistant, Wills Trust and Probate

0.0

Emma Gray

Senior Solicitor, Family Law

5.0

Emma-Louise Hewitt

Head of Department, Employment

5.0

Hayley Caprani-Warner

Senior Solicitor

5.0

Jayne Gregg

Associate, Family Law

5.0

Jessica Ball

Paralegal, Employment

5.0

Katie Fitzpatrick

Paralegal, Wills Trust and Probate

4.8

Laura Haden

Conveyancer

4.5

Lorna Payne

Senior Associate, Wills Trust Probate

4.5

Patrick Cunnington

Paralegal, Private Client

0.0

Shelly Shorthouse

Legal Assistant, Conveyancing

5.0

Tracy Creed

Partner, Wills Trusts and Probate,

4.7

Lucy Mitchell

Paralegal

4.7

Charlotte Jones

Associate, Wills Trust Probate

4.6

Oliver Begley

Registered Conveyancer

0.0

Tayyub Hussain

Wills Assistant, Wills Trust and Probate

5.0

Kevin Dhanda

Paralegal, Private Client

4.8

Contact details

0121 746 3300

enquiries@sydneymitchell.co.uk

www.sydneymitchell.co.uk

Opening hours

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

Chattock House, 346 Stratford Road, Shirley, Birmingham, Solihull, West Midlands, B90 3DN

Clients say

The firm excels in immigration, family law, probate, conveyancing and employment matters, displaying strong technical expertise, attention to detail and consistent successful outcomes. Clients value clear, prompt communication, professionalism, thoroughness and practical guidance. Staff are described as compassionate, reassuring and approachable, offering empathy during stressful personal matters and keeping clients informed at every stage. The team is efficient, responsive and reliable, making complex processes straightforward and giving clients confidence and peace of mind.

responsive communication

attention to detail

professional service

clear explanations

knowledgeable advice

compassionate support

efficient process

reliable guidance

successful outcomes

friendly approach

Lee Hambleton

15 May 2026

Family Law

Professional, Responsive, Supportive - Highly Recommended

An excellent overall experience with Claire Sargant. Highly professional, responsive, and very clear in explaining each step of what can be a complex process. Claires calm and pragmatic approach made a difficult situation much more manageable, and I felt well supported throughout. I would highly recommend her services to anyone needing reliable family law advice.

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Claire Sargant

from Sydney Mitchell LLP

18/05/2026

Dear Lee. Thank you for your kind feedback. We are delighted to hear that Claire provided a highly professional, responsive service and was able to clearly guide you through what can be a complex process. It is great to know her calm and pragmatic approach helped make a difficult situation more manageable and that you felt well supported throughout. We really appreciate your recommendation and you taking the time to share your experience.

Donnna

11 May 2026

Transfer of deeds

Jessica Malone and everyone I spoke to at the firm was professional and human. Always getting back to me promptly and making feel everything would be ok. As I am a worrier.

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Jessica Malone

from Sydney Mitchell LLP

12/05/2026

Thank you, Donna, for your lovely feedback. We’re so pleased to hear that Jessica Malone and the team were able to support you with professionalism and reassurance throughout the process.

Eleanor Donoghue

29 Apr 2026

Housing & Property

Went over and above to get this done

Jessica had a real handful to deal with on this one, that was made far more difficult than it should have been. Others would have lost the plot with it. She just kept doing what was needed telling me what i needed to do and the boundaries of a Conveyancing solicitor so i could get my marital solicitor involved at the right time to avoid too many delays. So many thanks Jess.

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Jessica Malone

from Sydney Mitchell LLP

01/05/2026

Thank you so much for your kind words! We are incredibly proud of how Jessica handled your case. Complex transactions involving multiple legal boundaries can certainly be testing, and it’s great to hear that her composure and guidance helped you navigate those challenges effectively. We are especially glad that her advice regarding when to involve your marital solicitor helped prevent further delays. We will be sure to share your thanks with Jess—she will be delighted to hear she made such a difference.

Alice Summers

29 Apr 2026

Family Law

Review of my divorce Solicitor Karen Moores

I had an excellent experience working with Karen, during what was on a personal level a very stressful and emotional time for me. From the outset, she was professional, approachable, and genuinely empathetic to my situation. Karen took the time to explain every step of the process in clear, straightforward terms, which helped me feel more confident and in control. Communication was consistent and responsive—I was kept informed throughout, and any questions I had were answered promptly and thoroughly. Her attention to detail and strong knowledge of family law were evident, and I always felt that my best interests were being carefully represented. What stood out most was Karen’s balanced approach, she was both compassionate and pragmatic, helping to resolve matters efficiently while still ensuring a fair outcome. I would highly recommend this solicitor to anyone needing support with divorce or family-related legal matters.

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Karen Moores

from Sydney Mitchell LLP

30/04/2026

Thank you Alice for your review. We’re pleased Karen Moores was able to support you through your divorce with professionalism and empathy, and that her clear communication helped you feel more confident throughout.

Stacey & Dawn

22 Apr 2026

Family Law

Divorce

Claire has been extremely supportive throughout my case. She explained everything clearly and ensured that all matters were handled in a timely manner. Claire remained professional at all times, and her communication was excellent at every stage. She was able to break things down in an understandable way and was always available to speak with us when needed. Overall, thank you for your support and dedication.

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Claire Sargant

from Sydney Mitchell LLP

24/04/2026

Dear Stacey & Dawn, Thank you for your feedback. We are delighted to hear that Claire provided clear, professional and supportive guidance, and that her communication helped you feel well informed at every stage.

Clients say

responsive communication

attention to detail

professional service

clear explanations

knowledgeable advice

compassionate support

efficient process

reliable guidance

successful outcomes

friendly approach

joanna safadi

2 Jun 2026

Immigration

Exceptional service

Jamie and the team were outstanding. I can't find any fault in his expertise or the kindness he showed while handling my father's visa. I highly recommend him without hesitation.

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Sharon

2 Jun 2026

Wills, Trusts & Probate

Excellent Service

From the moment we met Kevin he put us a ease, as not ever going through anything like this before. He was very professional, patient and knowledgeable and took the time to explain things thoroughly, it made the situation less stressful knowing we were in his capable hands. He was so good with my mom who is in her very late 70's and explained everything slowly. Thank you very much for your help with this and on this basis I would recommend Sydney Mitchell to anyone.

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Kim Hopkins

Kevin Dhanda

Valery

1 Jun 2026

Spouse Visa Granted

I would like to sincerely commend Jamie Langley's outstanding work in successfully securing my spouse visa. His professionalism, attention to detail, and deep understanding of the process made what could have been a stressful experience remarkably smooth. I am incredibly impressed with the level of service and dedication Jamie Langley provided in handling my visa application. His ability to anticipate potential challenges and address them proactively was remarkable. He was always available to answer my questions and provided clear, step-by-step guidance throughout the entire process and I felt confident knowing I was in such capable hands. His clear guidance and consistent communication were truly appreciated and he went above and beyond to ensure everything was handled perfectly, and I truly appreciate his efforts. Thanks to Jamie Langley's expertise, my visa was approved without complications. I cannot thank him and the entire team enough for their outstanding work! I highly recommend Jamie Langley and Sydney Mitchell Solicitors services to anyone in need of immigration assistance.

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Jamie Langley

Val N.

1 Jun 2026

Spouse Visa Application

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Jamie Langley

Lea Dela Cruz

20 May 2026

Immigration

Outstanding

Andre is always in details if he reach out about all the documents i needed to come over to UK. Always respond right away in all our queries and giving us advice and options. There will never be like Andre very helpful and we are so grateful of him.

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Andre Minnaar

from Sydney Mitchell LLP

22/05/2026

Dear Lea. Thank you for your kind feedback. We’re delighted to hear that Andre provided detailed guidance, was responsive to your queries, and supported you with advice and options throughout your process. It’s great to know you felt so well looked after. We really appreciate your comments and will make sure they are shared with him and the team.

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