Harold G Walker Solicitors Reviews 8

TrustScore 3 out of 5

3.2

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Company details

  1. Law Firm
  2. Estate Planning Attorney
  3. Family Law Attorney
  4. Lawyer
  5. Legal Services
  6. Personal Injury Attorney

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HGW Solicitors is a trusted law firm dedicated to providing clear, practical, and personalised legal advice to individuals and businesses. With extensive experience across areas including family law, wills and probate, property law, employment law, commercial contracts, business law, dispute resolution, and commercial property, we take pride in guiding our clients through often complex matters with patience and understanding. We have offices in Wimborne, Broadstone - Poole, Christchurch, Ferndown and Verwood, ensuring our services are accessible across Dorset.


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3.2

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TrustScore 3 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly recommend

Having had 2 informal meetings with HGW Solicitors at no charge regarding my 93 year old Mum’s care I found them very patient and informative in layman’s terms. I highly recommend this company of solicitors.
David Smith

7 November 2025
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Reply from Harold G Walker Solicitors

Thank you so much for your kind words. We are delighted to hear that you found our team patient and informative, and that we could provide helpful guidance regarding your mum’s care. Your recommendation means a lot to us.
Kind Regards,
HGW Solicitors

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Poor service and communication

We are very disappointed with the service provided by HGW after we instructed them to handle our late father's probate.

After almost two years, it was apparent they had made little progress. Despite this, they warned that the final cost could be significantly more expensive than quoted without providing any justification.

When we complained about the lack of progress, communication and escalating costs, they were dismissive and suggested that everything was in keeping with normal practices. We had no confidence in their ability to complete the probate and have since dismissed them.

Overall, we felt they did not provide a competent service, were poor at communicating with us and represented poor value for money.

22 August 2025
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Reply from Harold G Walker Solicitors

Thank you for taking the time to leave your review. We always welcome reviews, as they give us the opportunity to reflect on our service and improve where we can. However, this matter has been dealt with via our complaint’s procedure, and you were fully informed of the situation. We are therefore surprised by your comments and, although we will refrain from posting additional information publicly, we feel it is important to clarify that your comments do not fully reflect the circumstances. Please be assured that we handle all complaints with the highest professional standards and with the utmost care.
Kind regards,
HGW Solicitors

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Dealt with Hugh Storey Deans

Dealt with Hugh Storey Deans - very poor service and poor attitude with multiple errors- The Legal Ombudsman currently reviewing this case

3 March 2025
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Reply from Harold G Walker Solicitors

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback regarding your experience. We are sorry to hear that your experience fell short of your expectations, and we take such matters very seriously. We are not aware of any current investigation with the Legal Ombudsman, but should you require further information about escalating your complaint to the Legal Ombudsman, we would be happy to provide guidance on this process.
Best regards,
HGW Solicitors

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Above and beyond professional!

Amazing company, amazing service from all branches!

4 April 2025
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Reply from Harold G Walker Solicitors

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you had a positive experience with our team across all branches.
Kind regards,
HGW Solicitors

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Simon Nethercott @ HG Walker Broadstone

Simon Nethercott @ HG Walker Broadstone

Amazing! Simon managed to complete my conveyance from start to finish in 4 weeks which was incredible. This isn’t the first time I have instructed Simon, nor will it be the last in fact in my mind there is only one solicitor, professional, effective and brilliant 🤩

Thank you so much

6 December 2023
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Reply from Harold G Walker Solicitors

Thank you so much for your fantastic feedback! We are thrilled to hear that Simon was able to manage your conveyance so efficiently. If you ever need legal support again, please don’t hesitate to get in touch. We would be happy to help.
Kind Regards,
HGW Solicitors

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I was not happy with the attitude of…

I was not happy with the attitude of the Christchurch branch. They only seemed interested in getting me into court to take my money and for me to fight my ex partner which is not what I want and neither does my ex. I didn’t feel listened to and I was continuously talked over. I did however speak to a lovely lady prior to my phone appointment who gave me confidence that I would get the advice I needed unfortunately this wasn’t the case. I would avoid this solicitors at all costs because taking your money and making sure you are left with none is all they are looking at doing.

26 October 2023
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