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The Old Library, 34 Darley Street, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 3LH

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Eatons Review Scores & Client Satisfaction Overview

4.7
Excellent
94%
Value for
Money
11% above
national average
95%+
Success
Rate
16% above
national average
95%+
Would
Recommend
17% above
national average
Communication 4.7/5
Initial Impressions 4.7/5
Approachability 4.7/5
Documentation Accuracy 4.7/5
Legal Knowledge 4.7/5
Value for money 4.7/5

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Eatons are accredited by

The Law Society accreditation awarded to Eatons
Conveyancing Quality Scheme accreditation awarded to Eatons
Trading names:
Weatherhead & Butcher
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Description

Proud to be One of Yorkshire's Leading Solicitors Practices Since we were founded in 1887 in Bradford, we have expanded beyond our roots and branched out to serve the whole of West Yorkshire, setting up in Leeds, Bradford, Otley, Yeadon and Bingley. Today, we are proudly known as a leading law firm and have established ourselves as the go-to solicitors practice for personal and affordable legal services in West Yorkshire. Drawing on nearly 150 years of experience, our expert legal team is uniquely equipped to provide legal protection for a wide range of clients and circumstances. Whether you're a business, family, or individual, a first-time homeowner, a CEO, or a widow, we can help you navigate the tricky legal landscape to come out safely, and in a much better position, on the other side.

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Eatons Review Scores & Client Satisfaction Overview

4.7
Excellent
94%
Value for
Money
11% above
national average
95%
Success
Rate
13% above
national average
94%
Would
Recommend
13% above
national average
Communication 4.7/5
Initial Impressions 4.7/5
Approachability 4.7/5
Documentation Accuracy 4.7/5
Legal Knowledge 4.7/5
Value for money 4.7/5

Accreditations

Eatons are accredited by

The Law Society accreditation awarded to Eatons
Conveyancing Quality Scheme accreditation awarded to Eatons
Trading names:
Weatherhead & Butcher
Part Of Eatons Solicitors

Description

Proud to be One of Yorkshire's Leading Solicitors Practices Since we were founded in 1887 in Bradford, we have expanded beyond our roots and branched out to serve the whole of West Yorkshire, setting up in Leeds, Bradford, Otley, Yeadon and Bingley. Today, we are proudly known as a leading law firm and have established ourselves as the go-to solicitors practice for personal and affordable legal services in West Yorkshire. Drawing on nearly 150 years of experience, our expert legal team is uniquely equipped to provide legal protection for a wide range of clients and circumstances. Whether you're a business, family, or individual, a first-time homeowner, a CEO, or a widow, we can help you navigate the tricky legal landscape to come out safely, and in a much better position, on the other side.

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Opening hours

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

The Old Library, 34 Darley Street, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 3LH

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4.7 /5 117 Reviews
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The firm specialises in conveyancing, wills, transfers of equity, matrimonial finances and commercial mortgage work, with clear legal knowledge and efficient case handling. Clients praise thorough attention to detail, timely progress and pragmatic problem‑solving. Valued soft skills include professionalism, empathy, patience, clear communication, responsiveness and a supportive, client‑focused approach that reduces stress during difficult or time‑sensitive matters.

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New wills

Excellent service by Kirsty Sowden at the Bingley office. She was very helpful, informative and quickly grasped our requirements.

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Will and Pre-nup

They have been very professional and they gave me thoughtful and precious advices on the matter.

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Thank you for your kind feedback, Francesco. We are pleased to hear that you found our advice valuable and our service professional. We appreciate your support.

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Victor

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New Will

Excellent service provided. Would be happy to use Eatons again. Thank you.

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Hi Victor, knowing you would happily choose Eatons again is the highest compliment we could receive. Thank you for trusting us with your future planning, and we wish you all the very best!

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Will

I had to do a bit of chasing to ensure completion of my Will which took almost 4 months. Other that this the experience was excellent.

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Thank you for sharing your experience! We are very glad to hear that you found the overall service excellent. Thank you for your patience and for your trust in our firm!

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Margaret Parker

Kirsty Sowden

We appreciated the discussions we had about our will. Very informative and helpful

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Andrew Moscrop

Andrew

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ After more than two years working with Eatons, I can honestly say I couldn't have asked for a better team. From the very beginning, Talat and her team were exceptional. Talat wasn't just my solicitor—there were days she probably felt more like my therapist. I went through one of the most stressful periods of my life, and no matter how overwhelmed I felt, she always took the time to explain everything clearly, reassure me, and help me see a way forward. She never made me feel like just another client. She genuinely cared, and that made all the difference. I honestly don't think I could have got through this journey without her. The reception team also deserve so much credit. Every single interaction was met with a warm welcome, kindness, and professionalism. It's often the little things that make the biggest difference, and they consistently made me feel valued and supported. I also have to give a huge shout-out to Karen in Accounts, because I genuinely don't think she gets the recognition she deserves. No one looks forward to the monthly payment call, but Karen somehow managed to make every conversation pleasant. She was always kind, patient, caring, and happy to listen. If I ever had any concerns, she would do everything she could to help. She is an absolute credit to Eatons. When it came to the final stage of my case, I needed the conveyancing team to move things through quickly, and Geeta made it happen. Her efficiency and dedication meant everything at such an important time, and I'm incredibly grateful. Looking back over the last two years, I realise this wasn't just about receiving excellent legal advice. It was about having a team of genuinely compassionate, professional people who stood by me through one of the hardest chapters of my life. Every person I dealt with treated me with respect, patience, and kindness, and for that I will always be grateful. To Talat, Karen, Geeta, the reception team, and everyone else at Eatons who played a part in my journey—thank you from the bottom of my heart. You have changed my life for the better, and I will never forget everything you have done for me. If you're looking for solicitors who combine exceptional legal expertise with genuine care and compassion, I cannot recommend Eatons highly enough. They don't just handle your case—they support you through it. Five stars simply don't feel like enough.

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It was our absolute privilege to stand by your side through this difficult chapter, Andrew. Your strength throughout this process has been inspiring, and we are so glad we could help you see a way forward. We will ensure that everyone mentioned gets to read your glowing praise. Thank you for choosing Eatons, and we wish you a bright and peaceful future ahead.

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Paul Tindall

Paul

Eaton's came highly recommended to me from a close friend several years ago and I was most pleased with the standard of service provided then. Most recently, I engaged Eaton's once more to undertake the conveyancing of my late mother's property and cannot speak highly enough of the level of excellence and professionalism shown by all the staff I had cause to engage with. In particular, I offer my sincere thanks to Sanaa Naser, who managed the conveyancing from start to finish with commendable efficiency and a very client focused, responsive approach. Easy to speak with, concerned and empathetic, Sanaa made the experience a pleasure, if one can ever regard the process as such! I really could not have asked for more and would strongly recommend Eaton's to any prospective client requiring legal help or representation. Paul Tindall

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Dera Paul. Thank you for your kind and thoughtful feedback. We’re truly sorry for your loss, and we’re pleased to hear that Sanaa provided such efficient, responsive, and empathetic support throughout the conveyancing of your late mother’s property. It’s also great to know that your previous experience was equally positive and that the whole team delivered a consistently high standard of service. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and recommendation.

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Joanne Conroy

Joanne

A big Thank you to Kirsty who helped me prepare my Will. While taking a step to make your will can seem daunting, Kirsty put me immediately at ease and explained everything thoroughly. I would highly recommend Kirsty.

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Dear Joanne. Thank you for your kind feedback. We’re delighted to hear Kirsty made the Will writing process clear and reassuring for you, and that she was able to put you at ease throughout. We really appreciate your recommendation.

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Mark Broadbent

Mark

I can't thank Eatons as well as Anisa and Maria for handling the sale of my late mums house. It all went very smoothly and I was kept well informed of the proceedings. I would happily recommend Eatons and everyone one there. Great job. šŸ‘

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Dear Mark. Thank you for your kind feedback. We are sorry for your loss and are pleased to hear that Anisa and Maria were able to support you with the sale of your late mother’s house, and that the process went smoothly with clear updates throughout. We really appreciate your recommendation and you taking the time to share your experience.

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Jeferson Zigart

Jeferson

Both me and my partner had our wills prepared by Kirsty who provided a friendly and assertive service during the entire process. We recommend to anyone wishing to have wills updated or prepared.

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The firm specialises in conveyancing, wills, transfers of equity, matrimonial finances and commercial mortgage work, with clear legal knowledge and efficient case handling. Clients praise thorough attention to detail, timely progress and pragmatic problem‑solving. Valued soft skills include professionalism, empathy, patience, clear communication, responsiveness and a supportive, client‑focused approach that reduces stress during difficult or time‑sensitive matters.

professional service
clear communication
knowledgeable staff
responsive team
compassionate care
efficient handling
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proactive approach
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New wills

Excellent service by Kirsty Sowden at the Bingley office. She was very helpful, informative and quickly grasped our requirements.

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Amelia Halliday

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As a first-time buyer, I couldn’t have asked for a better solicitor. Buying a home can be overwhelming, but they made the entire process straightforward and stress-free. They were professional, responsive, and always took the time to explain each stage in clear, easy-to-understand terms. Any questions I had were answered promptly, and I always felt reassured that everything was being handled efficiently. I truly appreciate all their hard work and would highly recommend them to anyone, especially first-time buyers looking for a knowledgeable and reliable solicitor. Thank you for helping make my first home purchase such a positive experience!

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Thank you for the fantastic feedback, Amelia! Your lovely comments mean the world to us. We wish you all the very best settling into your new home.

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Francesco

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Will and Pre-nup

They have been very professional and they gave me thoughtful and precious advices on the matter.

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Thank you for your kind feedback, Francesco. We are pleased to hear that you found our advice valuable and our service professional. We appreciate your support.

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Niamh

Housing & Property

Would recommend

Used Eatons Bradford as a first time buyer, dealt with Louise & Julie both were good. I had to keep chasing them for updates as they were slow but thorough and that's what i wanted. Would recommend, just removed 1 star for the amount of chasing i had to do.

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Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this thoughtful review. We’re really pleased you chose Eatons for your first-time buyer conveyancing and that Louise and Julie provided thorough support. Thank you again for your review and for recommending our team.

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100% recommend

Julie McGregor was extremely professional, an excellent communicator, and kept us up to date at every step. I would highly recommend Eatons again and our experience was exemplary in a high pressure situation which required sensitivity to our time frames.

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Thank you for recommending us, Michael, and we look forward to working with you again in the future!

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Vrushik Pradip

Housing & Property

Vrushik

I had used Eatons solicitors for a house purchase and they have been amazing. Maria Tariq and Anisa Khan have been the people looking after this transaction and they've been nothing but fantastic. They were very informed, knowledgeable, friendly and the key thing they were super helpful and responsive with all my queries. Would definitely use Eatons again.

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Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review, Vrushik. We are delighted that Maria and Anisa provided the knowledge, responsiveness and support you were looking for during your house purchase. It is wonderful to know you would choose us again, and we appreciate your recommendation.

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Abdul Basit Mahmood

Abdul

Anisa Khan & Maria Tariq were helpful & caring. They did their best to help us. We are thankful & grateful to both of them. I recommend both of them to all other clients

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Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a kind review, Abdul! Hearing that Anisa and Maria provided such helpful and caring support means a great deal to our team. Thank you for placing your trust in us, and we wish you all the very best!

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Rachael Boyd

Rachael

I rang twice yesterday, second I left my name and number, never got a call back. I rang this morning and was told I would get a call back. So I've took my service elsewhere

Thank you for reaching out and sharing your experience. We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience you have encountered. The Team did receive your voicemail and were unfortunately on the phone when you called again and had planned to return your call this afternoon. We understand how important timely communication is and regret that we did not meet your expectations in this instance.

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6+ months. No updates. Constant chasing. Poor service. That was a quick respond! Is it best to contact you via google reviews?

Thank you for your review. We take all our reviews seriously and would welcome the opportunity to discuss this with you. We invite you to contact our Office Manager Jessica.Asquith@eatons-solicitors.co.uk to discuss further.

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Andrew Moscrop

Andrew

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ After more than two years working with Eatons, I can honestly say I couldn't have asked for a better team. From the very beginning, Talat and her team were exceptional. Talat wasn't just my solicitor—there were days she probably felt more like my therapist. I went through one of the most stressful periods of my life, and no matter how overwhelmed I felt, she always took the time to explain everything clearly, reassure me, and help me see a way forward. She never made me feel like just another client. She genuinely cared, and that made all the difference. I honestly don't think I could have got through this journey without her. The reception team also deserve so much credit. Every single interaction was met with a warm welcome, kindness, and professionalism. It's often the little things that make the biggest difference, and they consistently made me feel valued and supported. I also have to give a huge shout-out to Karen in Accounts, because I genuinely don't think she gets the recognition she deserves. No one looks forward to the monthly payment call, but Karen somehow managed to make every conversation pleasant. She was always kind, patient, caring, and happy to listen. If I ever had any concerns, she would do everything she could to help. She is an absolute credit to Eatons. When it came to the final stage of my case, I needed the conveyancing team to move things through quickly, and Geeta made it happen. Her efficiency and dedication meant everything at such an important time, and I'm incredibly grateful. Looking back over the last two years, I realise this wasn't just about receiving excellent legal advice. It was about having a team of genuinely compassionate, professional people who stood by me through one of the hardest chapters of my life. Every person I dealt with treated me with respect, patience, and kindness, and for that I will always be grateful. To Talat, Karen, Geeta, the reception team, and everyone else at Eatons who played a part in my journey—thank you from the bottom of my heart. You have changed my life for the better, and I will never forget everything you have done for me. If you're looking for solicitors who combine exceptional legal expertise with genuine care and compassion, I cannot recommend Eatons highly enough. They don't just handle your case—they support you through it. Five stars simply don't feel like enough.

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It was our absolute privilege to stand by your side through this difficult chapter, Andrew. Your strength throughout this process has been inspiring, and we are so glad we could help you see a way forward. We will ensure that everyone mentioned gets to read your glowing praise. Thank you for choosing Eatons, and we wish you a bright and peaceful future ahead.

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