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FBC Manby Bowdler (Midlands) Limited

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7 Church Road, Redditch, Worcestershire, B97 4AD

0800 111 6144

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7 Church Road, Redditch, Worcestershire, B97 4AD

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4.8
Excellent
104 Reviews
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 4.9/5
Approachability 4.9/5
Documentation Accuracy 4.8/5
Legal Knowledge 4.9/5
Value for money 4.7/5

Description

Our specialist lawyers, working from offices in Wolverhampton, Birmingham, Shrewsbury, Telford, Church Stretton, Bridgnorth, Redditch, Knowle, Halesowen and Blackheath, provide expert legal advice covering a comprehensive range of personal and business services. Our aim is always to uncomplicate the legal process for our customers, making every stage as transparent as possible so you understand at all times what is going on in relation to your case.

Rankings by area of expertise

Litigation 1 / 1
Local 1 / 3
4.9
Excellent
2,427 Reviews
95%+
Value for
Money
13% above
national average
95%+
Success
Rate
18% above
national average
95%+
Would
Recommend
18% above
national average
Communication 4.9/5
Initial Impressions 5.0/5
Approachability 5.0/5
Documentation Accuracy 5.0/5
Legal Knowledge 5.0/5
Value for money 4.8/5

Description

Our specialist lawyers, working from offices in Wolverhampton, Birmingham, Shrewsbury, Telford, Church Stretton, Bridgnorth, Redditch, Knowle, Halesowen and Blackheath, provide expert legal advice covering a comprehensive range of personal and business services. Our aim is always to uncomplicate the legal process for our customers, making every stage as transparent as possible so you understand at all times what is going on in relation to your case.

Rankings by area of expertise

Meet the team of FBC Manby Bowdler (Midlands) Limited

Sara Simson

Sara Simson

Partner

4.9 113
Gareth Ruddock

Gareth Ruddock

Partner

5.0 5
Stacey Norris

Stacey Norris

Solicitor

5.0 2
Claire Bentick

Claire Bentick

Partner

5.0 2
Stuart Ness

Stuart Ness

Senior Associate

5.0 1
Joanna Recker

Joanna Recker

Solicitor

0.0 0

Contact details

0800 111 6144
info@fbcmb.co.uk
https://www.fbcmb.co.uk/

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)

7 Church Road, Redditch, Worcestershire, B97 4AD

Reviews

4.8 /5 104 Reviews
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    Clients say

    The firm specialises in wills, probate, family, commercial property and dispute work, with strong legal knowledge and efficient, effective case handling. Clients praise clear, practical and commercially focused advice, timely communication and reliable outcomes. Valued soft skills include empathy, patience, approachability and active listening, alongside professionalism, responsiveness and plain‑English explanations that reduce stress. Reviewers highlight supportive, reassuring guidance, friendly staff and a personable, client‑centred approach that makes complex matters manageable and builds strong trust and confidence.

    clear advice
    excellent communication
    very professional
    empathetic service
    knowledgeable staff
    responsive team
    efficient handling
    friendly staff
    trustworthy guidance
    stress relief

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    Tim

    Consumer

    Experienced, pragmatic & client focused legal professional

    If you want an experienced, pragmatic, client focused legal professional then you don't have to look any further than Laura Vernon. Easy to work with, great communication style and able to articulate issues and resolutions to clients.

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    legal expert Laura Vernon Laura Vernon

    A representative from FBC Manby Bowdler (Midlands) Limited responded to this review

    Thank you for your positive review Tim. We really value the feedback we receive from our clients to help us continually improve what we do as a business. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience.

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    Elaine Hutchings

    Litigation

    Litigation / Dispute Resolution

    I can not recommend Mohammed highly enough . All Of the stress and anxiety was taken away because we were lessened to, given clear guidance from the start and the fact that someone was always available to speak to. I always left our meeting far happier than when I arrived and I felt that my concerns were always listened to and addressed with empathy. I never felt like a client , I was always made to feel that we mattered. This is imperative when you are going through such a stressful. Should we ever find ourselves in a position to require legal representation then I would not hesitate and I would know for sure that we are in the best hands possible

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    legal expert Mohammed Ahsan Mohammed Ahsan

    A representative from FBC Manby Bowdler (Midlands) Limited responded to this review

    Thank you for taking the time to leave your positive review, Elaine. We really value every piece of feedback we receive from our clients and look forward to working with you again in the future should you require any of our services.

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    Melanie

    Wills, Trusts & Probate

    Wills, Trusts and Probate

    A friendly, approachable and professional service. All our concerns were addressed and the matter dealt with within the agreed time frame.

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    legal expert Graham Fuller Graham Fuller

    A representative from FBC Manby Bowdler (Midlands) Limited responded to this review

    Thank you for your positive review, Melanie. We really value the feedback we receive from our clients to help us continually improve what we do as a business. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience.

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    Robert

    Wills, Trusts & Probate

    Wills, Trusts and Probate

    The overall service was excellent. We appreciated the verbal exchanges between ourselves and Mr Fuller; they were always helpful, patient and clear. However, we did struggle somewhat in regard to the legal written phrasing, especially the final legal wording in the Wills themselves. Plain, straightforward written English is a cardinal virtue which can surely be utilised in all legal documents without loss of rigour. Transparency is not the opposite of rigour.

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    legal expert Graham Fuller Graham Fuller

    A representative from FBC Manby Bowdler (Midlands) Limited responded to this review

    Thank you for taking the time to leave your positive review, Robert. We really value every piece of feedback we receive from our clients and look forward to working with you again in the future should you require any of our services.

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    Anonymous

    Wills, Trusts & Probate

    Wills, Trusts and Probate

    The level of service provided from start to finish was excellent. I was kept updated regularly, and communication was always clear and straightforward. The probate and subsequent house sale were handled with great professionalism and settled in a timely manner. Highly recommended.

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    legal expert Sara Simson Sara Simson

    A representative from FBC Manby Bowdler (Midlands) Limited responded to this review

    Thank you for your positive review. We really value the feedback we receive from our clients to help us continually improve what we do as a business. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience.

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    Shirley and Melvyn

    Wills, Trusts & Probate

    Wills, Trusts and Probate

    Every care was taken to help, advise and guide us through the preparation and completion of our Lasting Power of Attorney.

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    legal expert Robert Poulsen Robert Poulsen

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    Thank you for taking the time to leave your positive review, Shirley and Melvyn. We really value every piece of feedback we receive from our clients and look forward to working with you again in the future should you require any of our services.

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    Reviews

    4.9 /5 2427 Reviews
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      The firm specialises in wills, probate, family, commercial property and dispute work, with strong legal knowledge and efficient, effective case handling. Clients praise clear, practical and commercially focused advice, timely communication and reliable outcomes. Valued soft skills include empathy, patience, approachability and active listening, alongside professionalism, responsiveness and plain‑English explanations that reduce stress. Reviewers highlight supportive, reassuring guidance, friendly staff and a personable, client‑centred approach that makes complex matters manageable and builds strong trust and confidence.

      clear advice
      excellent communication
      very professional
      empathetic service
      knowledgeable staff
      responsive team
      efficient handling
      friendly staff
      trustworthy guidance
      stress relief

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      Anonymous

      Verified
      Clinical Negligence

      Changed my life thank you for believing in me

      6 year battle with so much background work for them to get through The team held my hand every step of the way remaining positive throughout

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      legal expert Michael Portman-Hann Michael Portman-Hann

      A representative from FBC Manby Bowdler (Midlands) Limited responded to this review

      Thank you for your positive review. We really value the feedback we receive from our clients to help us continually improve what we do as a business. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience.

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      Mr. and Mrs. A.H. Bennett

      Verified
      Wills, Trusts & Probate

      Drafting Wills for my wife and me

      Excellent service. Victoria kept in touch at all stages and made the process smooth and straightforward. Thank you Victoria.

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      legal expert Victoria Upton Victoria Upton

      A representative from FBC Manby Bowdler (Midlands) Limited responded to this review

      Thank you for your positive review, Mr & Mrs Bennett. We really value the feedback we receive from our clients to help us continually improve what we do as a business. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience.

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      Wills, Trusts & Probate

      Probate

      Victoria was extremely helpful From the quoting stage to completion of the work. The process was fully explained and I was kept in touch with progress regularly.

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      legal expert Victoria Upton Victoria Upton

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      Thank you for your positive review. We really value the feedback we receive from our clients to help us continually improve what we do as a business. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience.

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      Dan Brown

      Dispute Resolution

      Swift and Efficient

      Swift and efficient resolution of a dispute involving a Director level staff matter from Guy and team.

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      legal expert Guy Birkett Guy Birkett

      A representative from FBC Manby Bowdler (Midlands) Limited responded to this review

      Thank you for taking the time to leave your positive review, Dan. We really value every piece of feedback we receive from our clients and look forward to working with you again in the future should you require any of our services.

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      Brian hill

      Wills, Trusts & Probate

      Power of attorney

      Mr Poulsen is very friendly and very helpful goes through every detail explaining everything as he goes along

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      legal expert Robert Poulsen Robert Poulsen

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      Thank you for your positive review, Brian. We really value the feedback we receive from our clients to help us continually improve what we do as a business. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience.

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      Anonymous

      Company & Commercial

      Business / Commercial

      Very professional and everything was set out from the start of the project including costs and timelines

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      legal expert David Preece David Preece

      A representative from FBC Manby Bowdler (Midlands) Limited responded to this review

      Thank you for your positive review. We really value the feedback we receive from our clients to help us continually improve what we do as a business. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience.

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      Anonymous

      Family Law

      Family

      I found Emma’s service and communication to be clear, concise, and professional throughout every stage of the process. She was understanding and sympathetic, while also being honest and direct in her advice and recommendations on how to move forward. I felt that she had a thorough understanding of my case and was able to maintain focus on the objectives and desired outcome of the divorce, without allowing emotions to detract from the overall strategy. Her proposals were clear, practical, and extremely helpful, and it was evident that they had been carefully considered and well planned. I would not hesitate to recommend Emma to anyone seeking knowledgeable, supportive, and effective legal representation.

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      legal expert Emma Smith Emma Smith

      A representative from FBC Manby Bowdler (Midlands) Limited responded to this review

      Thank you for taking the time to leave your positive review. We really value every piece of feedback we receive from our clients and look forward to working with you again in the future should you require any of our services.

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      Anonymous

      Commercial Property

      Residential Property / Conveyancing

      I have dealt with Andrew Wynne before. What impressed me this time, as previously, is that he knows and understands my situation completely (not always the case with solicitors, who often have to be reminded of points) and provides absolutely clear and useful advice and direction.

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      legal expert Andrew Wynne Andrew Wynne

      A representative from FBC Manby Bowdler (Midlands) Limited responded to this review

      Thank you for your positive review. We really value the feedback we receive from our clients to help us continually improve what we do as a business. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience.

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      Elaine Hutchings

      Litigation

      Litigation / Dispute Resolution

      I can not recommend Mohammed highly enough . All Of the stress and anxiety was taken away because we were lessened to, given clear guidance from the start and the fact that someone was always available to speak to. I always left our meeting far happier than when I arrived and I felt that my concerns were always listened to and addressed with empathy. I never felt like a client , I was always made to feel that we mattered. This is imperative when you are going through such a stressful. Should we ever find ourselves in a position to require legal representation then I would not hesitate and I would know for sure that we are in the best hands possible

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      legal expert Mohammed Ahsan Mohammed Ahsan

      A representative from FBC Manby Bowdler (Midlands) Limited responded to this review

      Thank you for taking the time to leave your positive review, Elaine. We really value every piece of feedback we receive from our clients and look forward to working with you again in the future should you require any of our services.

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      G&A Gorrara Ltd

      Commercial Property

      Commercial Property

      David is simply excellent - responsive and does not get into the silly arguments with other solicitors one often sees. He just gets his bit done, quickly ( super rare!) . Straightforward & sensible lawyer and sensibly priced - couldn't be happier with him.

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      legal expert David Grove David Grove

      A representative from FBC Manby Bowdler (Midlands) Limited responded to this review

      Thank you for your positive review. We really value the feedback we receive from our clients to help us continually improve what we do as a business. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience.

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