Committed to Providing Excellence in Legal Services
Who We Are
Douglass Simon Solicitors, established in 1997, is a leading international law firm with offices in Richmond, London, and Taguig, Metro Manila. Our experienced team of solicitors has a global client base covering the United Kingdom, Europe, Africa, North America, and Asia. We are proud to have a reputation for providing high-quality services at competitive fees.
Our Services
At Douglass Simon Solicitors, we offer a wide range of legal services, including:
Immigration
We cover all applications to the Home Office on Immigration, Naturalisation, Human Rights, and appeals to the Tribunals, High Court, and Court of Appeal, as well as Judicial Review and bail and detention matters.
Employment
We advise and support employers on employment law, procedures, and regulations. Our services include dealing with Tribunal litigation and preparing contracts and settlement agreements.
Probate
Our probate lawyers help individuals navigate the probate process, including obtaining grants of probate and letters of administration, and dealing with contested estates.
Family & Matrimonial
Our family team deals with all aspects of family law, providing a constructive approach to resolving family problems. We are committed members of Resolution and strive to provide a solution-focused approach.
Other Areas of Law
We also offer services in a wide range of other legal areas, including wills and power of attorney, employment law, and litigation.
What Sets Us Apart
At Douglass Simon Solicitors, we pride ourselves on our:
- International presence with offices in Richmond, London, and Taguig, Metro Manila
- Multilingual staff, proficient in languages such as Tagalog (Filipino), Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu, Arabic, German, Italian, and Sinhalese
- Decades of legal experience and expertise
- High-quality services at competitive fees
- Commitment to providing practical, concise, and clear advice
Overwhelmingly Positive Experience
The majority of the reviews highlight the exceptional service provided by Douglas Simon Solicitors, specifically citing the friendly and welcoming reception staff, as well as the professional and helpful solicitors, particularly Mr. Haroon Khan.
Unsatisfactory Service
On the other hand, a significant number of reviews express dissatisfaction with the firm's services. Many reviewers have reported poor communication, delays, and lack of progress in their cases.
Case Studies
Several reviews provide specific examples of poor service, including:
- Stefano's review, which describes a "terrible experience" with the firm, citing unexpected and excessive costs, and warning others to be cautious.
- Caroline Liggett's review, which details an "atrocious service" with prolonged delays, lack of communication, and negative consequences for her family.
- Tito's review, which describes a lack of response to emails and phone calls, resulting in frustration and disappointment.
Exceptional Service
Counterbalancing these negative experiences are numerous reviews that praise the firm's exceptional service, citing:
- Rosa Norman's review, which highlights the firm's success in helping her with immigration applications, and expresses gratitude for Mr. Khan's professionalism and integrity.
- Jenelyn De Venecia's review, which praises Mr. Khan's helpfulness and provision of excellent service.
- Clarizel Tongohan's review, which expresses gratitude for Mr. Khan's help with her immigration status, and commends his professionalism, patience, and updates throughout the process.
