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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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4.9
Excellent
829 Reviews
94%
Value for
Money
11% above
national average
95%+
Success
Rate
18% above
national average
95%+
Would
Recommend
19% 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 4.7/5

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

4.9
Excellent
2,473 Reviews
95%+
Value for
Money
13% above
national average
95%+
Success
Rate
17% 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

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
Claire Bentick

Claire Bentick

Partner

5.0 2
Stacey Norris

Stacey Norris

Solicitor

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

4.9 /5 829 Reviews
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    Clients praise the firm’s expertise across family, wills, probate, property, medical negligence and commercial matters. Reviews highlight clear, practical and commercially focused legal advice, efficient case handling and successful outcomes. Valued soft skills include compassion, empathy, patience, approachability and excellent communication—staff are described as supportive, reassuring and responsive. Clients also note professionalism, thoroughness, punctuality and plain‑English explanations that reduce stress, plus flexibility and good client care (home visits, timely updates). Overall the firm is seen as reliable, knowledgeable and attentive, delivering client‑centred service throughout often difficult or complex matters.

    professional service
    clear communication
    very helpful
    compassionate support
    approachable staff
    efficient process
    thorough explanations
    kept informed
    friendly manner
    timely responses

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    Linda HS

    Verified
    Wills, Trusts & Probate

    Updating Wills

    Very professional, efficient and speedy service re-writing our wills.

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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, Linda. 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

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    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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    Anonymous

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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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    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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    Anthony

    Wills, Trusts & Probate

    Will and Trust Preparation

    Efficient, friendly, uncomplicated experience provided by Robert Poulsen at the Redditch office.

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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 Anthony. 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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    Alan

    Wills, Trusts and Probate

    We used Manby Bowdler to help us buy our first property. We were confident in using their services again to arrange Power of Attorney and everything was to our satisfaction.

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    Deb

    Wills, Trusts and Probate

    Rob was welcoming and explained things in a manner that we could understand. We initially came in for our Wills but ended up with our Wills and LPAs. Thanks to Rob we now have peace of mind.

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    Trevor

    Wills, Trusts and Probate

    Making a Will can be a difficult & sensitive matter. Neve was very easy to talk to, knowledgeable and clear in her instructions.

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    Doreen

    Wills, Trusts & Probate

    Wills, Trusts and Probate

    Over all I was really pleased with the service I recieved. Staff are very professional and made me feel at ease.

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    legal expert Robert Poulsen Robert Poulsen

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

    Thank you for taking the time to leave your positive review, Doreen. 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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    Peter & Sue

    Wills, Trusts & Probate

    Wills, Trusts and Probate

    We were very happy with the service we received. Graham made what could have been a complex process very straight forward and understandable

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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. 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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    Reviews

    4.9 /5 2473 Reviews
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      Clients praise the firm’s expertise across family, wills, probate, property, medical negligence and commercial matters. Reviews highlight clear, practical and commercially focused legal advice, efficient case handling and successful outcomes. Valued soft skills include compassion, empathy, patience, approachability and excellent communication—staff are described as supportive, reassuring and responsive. Clients also note professionalism, thoroughness, punctuality and plain‑English explanations that reduce stress, plus flexibility and good client care (home visits, timely updates). Overall the firm is seen as reliable, knowledgeable and attentive, delivering client‑centred service throughout often difficult or complex matters.

      professional service
      clear communication
      very helpful
      compassionate support
      approachable staff
      efficient process
      thorough explanations
      kept informed
      friendly manner
      timely responses

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      Addam

      Child Law

      Awful

      ⭐ 1/5 – Extremely Disappointing Experience I approached FBC because I was going through an incredibly difficult situation involving my daughter and genuinely hoped they would provide professional help and support. Unfortunately, my experience was the complete opposite. I was charged what I felt was an excessive amount of money, and when my circumstances changed and I lost my job, I found their attitude towards me became unpleasant and unsympathetic. When someone is dealing with a family matter involving their child, they are already under enormous pressure. I expected understanding, clear communication and professional support, particularly after paying significant fees. Instead, I was left extremely disappointed with how I felt I was treated. Based on my personal experience, I would not recommend FBC. I strongly advise anyone considering using their services to carefully understand the fees, what work will actually be carried out and what support you will receive before agreeing to anything. I have kept the correspondence and records relating to my experience and am prepared to raise my concerns through the appropriate complaint channels. A very disappointing experience at a time when I needed professional support the most.

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      anonymous

      Family Law

      Overall Legal Counsel

      I’ve had a really positive experience with FBCMB. They were consistently supportive, understanding, and genuinely caring throughout a stressful period in my life. Their communication was calm, clear, and reassuring, and I always felt they were looking out for me. I’d happily recommend them to anyone who needs a compassionate and reliable solicitor.

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      legal expert Rajpreet Sangha Rajpreet Sangha

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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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      Mary Page

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      Clinical Negligence

      Excellent and efficient service

      I contacted a solicitor from fbcmb and they worked really hard on my case. I was really struggling emotionally but they kept me going. They achieved a small win for me and potentially future people who might not have to go through the distressing situation I went through with lack of appropriate medical care for my father. I'm very grateful they helped me.

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      legal expert Michael Portman-Hann Michael Portman-Hann

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      Thank you for your positive review, Mary. 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

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      Clinical Negligence

      Need a solicitor.. look no further

      I cannot recommend FBC enough. The whole journey they were professional, empathetic and accommodating

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      legal expert Michael Portman-Hann Michael Portman-Hann

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      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

      Housing & Property

      Conveyancing

      Elisa and her paralegal Tracey were very proffessional.All our enquires were answered promptly.The whole process went through smoothly and on time.

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      legal expert Elisa Everitt Elisa Everitt

      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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      Alan

      Wills, Trusts and Probate

      We used Manby Bowdler to help us buy our first property. We were confident in using their services again to arrange Power of Attorney and everything was to our satisfaction.

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      legal expert Neve Peters Neve Peters
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      Jane

      Wills, Trusts and Probate

      We were very pleased with the prompt and polite service that we received and will return for later legal matters.

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      Deb

      Wills, Trusts and Probate

      Rob was welcoming and explained things in a manner that we could understand. We initially came in for our Wills but ended up with our Wills and LPAs. Thanks to Rob we now have peace of mind.

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      legal expert Robert Poulsen Robert Poulsen
      1
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      Trevor

      Wills, Trusts and Probate

      Making a Will can be a difficult & sensitive matter. Neve was very easy to talk to, knowledgeable and clear in her instructions.

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      legal expert Neve Peters Neve Peters
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      Anonymous

      Family Law

      Family

      Sarah and the team were there for me throughout the most difficult times of my life. She always took the time to listen, showed genuine compassion adn provided thoughtful, practical advice that was tailored to my personal circumstances, Her professionalism, support and guideance gave me comfort in an incredibly challenging time and I will always be grateful for everything she did for me,

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      legal expert Sarah Millington Sarah Millington

      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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