Experience you need. Results you want.
Trusted by Generations
At Bell & Buxton Solicitors, we pride ourselves on our long-standing reputation as a trusted and respected law firm in Sheffield. With a rich history dating back to 1875, our team of expert solicitors has consistently delivered exceptional legal services to individuals and businesses alike.
Our Heritage
Founded in 1875, our firm has a strong heritage of results, with a dedicated and specialist team who have earned a reputation for excellence, value, and customer service. Trusted by generations, the firm is continuously recognised as one of the UK's leading law firms by the Legal 500. The team are award-winning in the fields of Family Law, Private Client, Contentious Probate, Disputed Inheritance, and challenging Wills, and pride themselves on their client-first approach.
Our Expertise
Our team of expert solicitors offers a wide range of personal and business legal services, including Divorce and Family Law, Elderly and Vulnerable Clients, Residential Conveyancing, Will, Trust, and Inheritance Disputes, Wills and Probate, Business and Corporate Law, Commercial Property, Employment Law, Healthcare, Intellectual Property, and Litigation and Dispute Resolution. We take pride in our ability to provide quality legal advice coupled with exceptional client service, ensuring that our clients receive the best possible outcomes.
Covid-19 Update
During the new lockdown, we will continue to work remotely wherever possible. However, our offices will be open should it be necessary to visit to deliver documents or to see any of our solicitors. Please make sure that you make an appointment for any visit as we need to limit the number of visitors to our offices at any one time and ensure that they and our staff are safe. Where possible, we will arrange virtual meetings by video conference/telephone with our clients and others when appropriate.
Meet Our Team
Our team of solicitors is comprised of experts in their respective fields, with many being members of specialist professional associations reflective of their area of expertise. Most of our Partners and Solicitors are recognised by the UK Legal 500 directory as experts in their field. We take pride in our ability to forge strong client relationships, built on trust, understanding, and a deep understanding of our clients' needs.
What Our Clients Say
Don't just take our word for it - hear what our clients have to say about our services. "Professional, considerate and willing to go the extra mile." "Martin was excellent in all our dealings with my mother and her Will and sorting this out for her. Always professional, but very approachable and honest." Bell & Buxton were great and really good with my elderly mother.- Robert David Victor Broadbent An extremely helpful, efficient and professional service. We felt listened to and understood and our matter was dealt with very quickly, by friendly staff. Thank you- "Excellent understanding and service."
Overall Experience
The reviews reflect a mix of positive and negative experiences with Bell and Buxton solicitors.
Positive Feedback
Many reviewers praised the exceptional service provided by specific solicitors, such as Alex, Robert Johnson, Rob, Adam, David, Charlotte Higgins, and Martin. They highlighted the professionals' helpfulness, knowledge, and responsiveness in handling various legal matters, including probate, property sales, and document preparation.
Negative Feedback
A few reviewers reported unsatisfactory experiences, citing issues with communication, staff turnover, and a lack of empathy. Specifically, one reviewer, Sadie Charlton, described a poor experience with a probate case, which led to a formal complaint. Another reviewer, Gaynor Fillingham, reported difficulty in retrieving title deeds from the firm. A. Ferguson had a stressful experience with a house sale due to incomplete checklist items and unavailability of solicitors.
Apology and Improvement
Notably, Sadie Charlton's negative review prompted an apology and acknowledgment from the firm, who recognized the poor experience and reassured her of changes to their complaint handling process.
