What our clients say

• I was very impressed in professionalism timely and courteous manner David Feakins dealt with my late father's estate and probate and would have no hesitation in recommending him.

• I have been most impressed with the service that I have received from David Feakins at Birkett Long LLP... David always answered my questions promptly and was very pleasant and helpful. He is a credit to your organization and I would not hesitate to recommend him.

• Having the help and advice of from David at Birkett-Long throughout my mum's probate was invaluable. It was obviously an emotionally overwhelming time, but I was supported through each step kindly and even when I felt I was asking stupid questions, I was never made to feel like a nuisance and my questions were always answered in a way that reassured me and helped me move to the next stage.

• The business was conducted in a professional yet friendly manner. We were kept fully informed and have reached a successful conclusion. We would recommend Birkett Long wholeheartedly.

• David Feakins’ professional advice in updating my Will was excellent whilst I was going through a difficult time. He explained things clearly, was very supportive and understanding and most importantly took time to listen. Many thanks.

• I can't thank and recommend Birkett Long enough for helping me with some recent legal issues and creating a will. Their service was excellent and advice was clear and easy to understand and they were more than happy to answer any questions I had.

• I received over and above the expected level of service from Birkett Long Solicitors.

• I would like to thank you for all your help with this [Education] matter. It is such a relief and pleasure to have received your support.

• Jasmin Patel undertook the conveyancing of two house sales and one house purchase, all of which had time sensitivity and difficulties presented by other parties. Jasmin's dedicated analysis and advice were always comprehensive and timely. She was ably assisted by Holly Croft. David Feakins prepared a Loan Agreement and a set of Power of Attorney documents and Wills for us. His thoroughness and attention to detail throughout gave us the confidence necessary in such personal matters. In summary, Birkett Long has provided an excellent professional service to us on a variety of matters and we have had no hesitation in already recommending them to friends.

• I would like to thank David for my POA copy, he was very helpful explaining all the details very carefully so that we all understood what we were signing and I will certainly be back if I require any more help. Thank you.

• My wife's sudden passing in May 2016 was such a huge shock that i was unable to think straight for some time. My wife and I had quite a few investments including shares, ISA's, bonds together and individually as well as property both here in the UK and in Spain. On top of that my late wife's tax return and other formalities had to be completed which has really just now finished nearly 15 months later. Without Emma Clarke and David Feakins I don't know what I would have done. Perhaps I should re-phrase that. Both Emma and David took everything off me and did everything that needed to be done, for which I will be ever grateful.

• You were outstanding in dealing with my general sense of unease throughout in a calm and measured way. Moreover, I was never rushed.

• My sister and I have been advised by the firm through the succession, wills and probate issues arising from our late parents' estate and, more recently, through the sale of the family home. We'd have no hesitation in recommending your services. Certainly our experience throughout has been overwhelmingly positive. Thank you.

• I am so pleased with the service you offered... you have put my mind at rest.

• Working with BL for over 20 years on family matters including trusts, wills and probate I have always found their people friendly and highly professional.

• On the two occasions I have dealt with David Feakins, I have been afforded the very best in advice and service and good manners and I felt like I was the only client he had. A very rare quality in this day of age. My daughter also is a client of the practice. Keep up the good work. Thank you, I feel settled in myself now my business has been sorted and put away until needed.

• Birkett Long have assisted with a number of matters. These have all been dealt with very efficiently and in a timely manner. It has always been very easy to contact the team members.

• The team are competent and efficient. Legal 500, 2023

• I can thoroughly recommend Birkett Long Solicitors. I have always been treated with respect and given time to explain my needs. I have been listened to attentively, and immediately received knowledgeable comments and advice. The discussions gave me choices which were then based on facts and identified a realistic and sound way forward to solve sensitive issues both now and in the future. They have kept me informed in writing of their actions and their terms of engagement. They have demonstrated their efficiency and commitment to their client throughout my engagement with them. My most recent contact with them has been throughout this first lockdown period. Their service has been faultless throughout these unprecedented times. I would not hesitate to recommend them.

• Having the help and advice of from David at Birkett-Long throughout my mum's probate was invaluable. It was obviously an emotionally overwhelming time, but I was supported through each step kindly and even when I felt I was asking stupid questions, I was never made to feel like a nuisance and my questions were always answered in a way that reassured me and helped me move to the next stage.

• Probably the best solicitor I have used.