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Considering 1,504 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently praise the staff for being professional, helpful, and understanding, making them feel at ease. People consistently highlight excellent customer service, noting the patience and empathy shown by representatives. The overall service is described as efficient and reassuring, with many appreciating clear explanations and quick action on their claims. However, some customers also noted issues with communication. A few mentioned that case handlers were sometimes unresponsive to calls and emails. There were also instances where documents were not passed on, requiring customers to resubmit information, and some felt a lack of follow-up on their cases.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

After contacting CEL in desperation as a Senior Citizen who had been swindled out of her life's savings I was assigned, as my case handler, a Mr CJ Sharkey, a paralegal. Mr Sharkey has very quickly b... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Although I know nothing about the chance to recover my funds from those investing in Crypto.. 😳 I am hopeful with the excellent assistance from Hannah Lowe of CEL that at least my scammed funds coul... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I contacted CEL solicitors in January to help claim so money. I must say that I was allocated Thomas Mellish. He has been absolutely brilliant, I have been able to contact him whenever I've had to, h... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Initially I was really nervous to talk to someone but Matthew put me at ease and encouraged me to tell him exactly what happened to me. I felt like a huge weight had been lifted now that I’m getting h... See more

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Company details

  1. Law Firm
  2. Civil Law Attorney
  3. General Practice Attorney
  4. Lawyer
  5. Legal Services
  6. Personal Injury Attorney

About CEL Solicitors

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CEL Solicitors is a nationwide, family-run law firm with a strong reputation for excellence in civil litigation. Our mission is to provide expert legal services that are accessible to everyone on a no-win, no-fee basis. We are proud to have helped thousands of clients across the UK secure the justice they deserve.

Our Areas of Expertise

At CEL Solicitors, we specialise in a wide range of services, including:

Fraud and Scam Claims
We are dedicated to helping victims of fraud and scams recover their losses. Our team has extensive experience in handling cases involving online scams, investment fraud, and more.
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Housing Disrepair Claims
We fight for tenants' rights to live in safe and habitable conditions. If your landlord has neglected essential repairs, we can help you hold them accountable.
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Tenancy Deposit Claims
If your landlord hasfailed to protect it in a government-approved scheme, our team can assist you in making a claim.
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Personal Injury Claims
Whether you've been injured at work, in a public place, or due to a defective product, we can help you seek compensation. Our personal injury expertise includes workplace accidents, slips, trips, falls, road traffic accidents, and product liability claims.
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Professional Negligence Claims
We hold professionals accountable when their negligence results in harm. Whether you've suffered due to poor advice, misconduct, or other professional failures, we are here to advocate for you.
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Medical Negligence Claims
If you have suffered harm due to medical malpractice, our dedicated team can help you pursue a claim. We understand the complexities of medical negligence cases and will work tirelessly to secure the compensation you deserve.
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Japanese Knotweed Claims
This invasive plant can cause serious damage to properties. Our team can assist you in making a claim if your property has been affected by Japanese knotweed.
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Life and Critical Illness Claim Appeals
If your life or critical illness insurance claim has been unfairly denied, our experts can help you appeal the decision and fight for the benefits you're entitled to.
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Commercial Litigation
Our team has a wealth of experience in resolving commercial disputes, from contract issues to partnership disputes, ensuring that your business interests are protected.
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Our Commitment to Clients

At CEL Solicitors, we understand that legal issues can be stressful and overwhelming. That's why we are committed to making the legal process as straightforward and accessible as possible. We believe in providing clear, honest advice and will keep you informed at every stage of your case.

Where possible, we operate on a no-win, no-fee basis, ensuring that everyone has access to the legal support they need. This approach means you can pursue your claim with confidence, knowing that you won’t be out of pocket if your case is unsuccessful.

Why Choose CEL Solicitors?

  • Nationwide Reach: We serve clients across the UK, bringing our expertise to people in need of legal assistance, no matter where they are located.
  • Family-Run Firm: As a family-run business, we value the relationships we build with our clients and treat each case with the care and attention it deserves.
  • Proven Track Record: Our team has a strong history of success in recovering significant compensation for our clients, helping them move forward with their lives.

Get in Touch

If you believe you have a claim, don’t hesitate to reach out to CEL Solicitors. Our friendly, knowledgeable team is here to listen to your concerns and provide the guidance you need to achieve the best possible outcome.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Callum was very helpful

Callum was very helpful, he took all the information and explained the process of making a claim very well and professionally.
Callum was incredibly helpful. He thoroughly explained the claim process using all the information provided and did so professionally.

9 July 2026
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Reply from CEL Solicitors

Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're so pleased to hear that Callum was helpful, professional, and made the claims process clear and straightforward for you. We truly appreciate your kind words and wish you all the best.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

CEL Solicitors has been very good…

CEL Solicitors has been very good representing me in a scam I was involved in . Anyone in a similar position involving financial scams I recommend you to contact them especially for peace of mind . I was particularly impressed with Hannah Lowe , my solicitor, who kept me informed throughout.

23 June 2026
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Reply from CEL Solicitors

Thank you for your great feedback about Hannah, we will be sure to share your kind words with her.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I spoke to Paul Carson today who was…

I spoke to Paul Carson today who was professional, understanding and very helpful. I was provided with useful information on strategies scammers use and what to look out for. Paul explained the next steps of the process and when I would next be contacted.

8 July 2026
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Reply from CEL Solicitors

Thank you for your brilliant feedback, we will be sure to share your kind words with Paul.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

My experience with CEL

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It was a shocking when I finally realised that I was being scammed by someone online. This was a cypto-investment scam where all of my saving was lost and the scammer disappeared after they took away my money.

I was searching online and found the CEL solicitors. I wrote a short report and they accepted my case in this year January.

H was the first solicitor to help me made a complaint to the bank and trying to get a refund back, I very much thanked her effort and time. However, it was a nightmare that the bank was calling me three times and kept asking me for evidence and made me so uncomfortable. I have told the bank to seek evidence to H, they told me that she was off for holiday and I called the CEL solicitors, one of her assistants said she was off for few days and it was almost the deadline as the bank required more evidence. Eventually, her assistant claimed that the evidence has submitted.

The first outcome from the bank was a refusal. The case handed to another solicitor -T. He was helping me to set up a case with Financial Ombudsman (FO). After we extended the complaint about the case to FO, it was still a bad outcome as it was a lack of evidence. When I was reading the decision from the FO, I realised one of the key evidence (the conversation between me and the scammer) was missing, the date of this conversation was only partly shown. So I went to the Whatsapp again and re-downloaded the conversation. I have checked again all of the key evidence and then sent over to T. The second time was a good one, the bank willing to paid 1/3 of the funding and the FO decided to ask them to paid 1/2 of the scammed money.
Overall, I very much thanked for all of the helps that CEL solicitors have provided. However, I am not happy about some of the things that could be the red flags:

1) As I have mentioned, they should've check the evidence and I was hoping to have a conversation about the case and check every evidence before the first submission to the bank or FO. Apparently, they were too busy. I almost lost my case!

2) Lack of empathy, lack of communication and feeling cold. Usually, they only reply with email messages. They were too busy. I don't feel they care about me or my case. When I asked why I cannot get a full refund, one of the solicitors told me that it is a "rare case" that I was lucky to get the refund.

3) I was waited for 7 weeks before my refund sent back to me. The CEL solicitor hold my money for a long period of time. They have told me that the bank hasn't sent the full amount yet but I have received letters from the bank already that they did. I was asked to sign an agreement that they have the right to hold my money. I was not happy about this at all.

4) In term of their fee. It was a huge amount. The bank has refunded me about £34k, I only received about £22K. they have charged me 35% of my refund which was not right. I still haven't received an invoice from the CEL solicitor.

At the end of the review, please may I suggest people who have been scammed. It will be better for you to made complaint to the bank and FO on yourself to avoid such service fee.

8 July 2026
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Reply from CEL Solicitors

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience. We understand how distressing it can be to fall victim to a scam, and we’re truly sorry for the impact this has had on you.

We value your feedback regarding the evidence process, communication, and fee transparency. At CEL Solicitors, we always aim to keep clients informed and supported throughout their journey, and we continually review our processes to enhance the service we provide.

We appreciate your trust in us and your input, which helps us to further strengthen our client care. If you have any further questions or would like to discuss any aspect of your case, please feel free to contact us.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Matthew is my first point of contact…

Matthew is my first point of contact and he has been incredibly helpful and understanding. Thank you

7 July 2026
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Reply from CEL Solicitors

Thank you for your great feedback, we really appreciate it.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Straightforward

Very straightforward consultation with Paul Carson regarding personal injury in car accident. Friendly, professional and reassuring.

7 July 2026
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Reply from CEL Solicitors

Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback about Paul, we will be sure to pass it on to him and the wider team.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Callum was polite and understanding…

Callum was polite and understanding about my fraud case - something I am incredibly embarrassed about.

6 July 2026
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Reply from CEL Solicitors

Thank you for your great feedback about Callum. We completely understand that talking about your situation can be difficult, however our team are always here to listen and advise you. We wish you the best of luck with your ongoing claim.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

attempted fraud recovery

I uploaded close to 30 documents of fraud proof to this company in an attempt to get a refund from the bank.

Communication was extremely poor and only once did I manage to get through to my actual case handler who was familiar with the facts after navigating the AI assistant. Quite often this assistant got it completely wrong and I had to start the phone call again.

The bank then got in touch with me asking for proof of fraud… which would be the 30 documents I had already uploaded to CEL. None of these were passed on to the bank and I had to forward documents to them myself. At which point I begin to question why am I paying solicitors out of my possible refund when I am the one doing all of the footwork.

4 months later it was decided that there was not enough proof despite it very clearly being a scam and there was nothing more they could do to progress this case. I feel nothing has been accomplished here apart from wasting my time. The only silver lining was that it was no win no fee, in this case you get what you pay for.

2 March 2026
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Reply from CEL Solicitors

Thank you for sharing your feedback, and we’re truly sorry we weren’t able to achieve the outcome you hoped for. Unfortunately, there are times when we’re unable to help everyone who comes to us, despite our best efforts.

We appreciate the time and effort you put into your case. As mentioned in our letter, you have the option to escalate your case to the Financial Ombudsman yourself. If you need any guidance on this process or further advice, please don’t hesitate to get in touch, we’re always here to help in any way we can.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

They are good help me for compensation…

They are good help me for compensation for my injury
They are understand me l am deaf .. other solicitors are not good not helping
CEL SOLICITORS are very good
They are good patient with me over l cannot hear the telephone and email each other

23 June 2026
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Reply from CEL Solicitors

Thank you so much for your kind review. We're delighted to hear that you felt understood and supported throughout your claim. We know how important clear communication is, and we're pleased we could work with you in a way that suited your needs. It was a pleasure to help you, and we wish you all the best for the future.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very helpful and polite and went above…

Very helpful and polite and went above and beyond to help always there 24/7 to answer questions or help in any way if needed. Can't thank you all enough or recommend you enough. Absolutely amazing. Thank you.

23 June 2026
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Reply from CEL Solicitors

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear you had such a positive experience. Your kind words and recommendation mean a great deal to our team. It was our pleasure to help, and we're always here if you need us.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Everything went well with the case you…

Everything went well with the case you kept me well informed with everything pretty punctual and advised me on all the information regarding the case . The only thing I was annoyed about was the payment outcome I felt it was a lot short of what you advised me that I was to receive. I only accepted because I felt it had been going on to long .Thankyou for your time.Anthony Parker.

23 June 2026
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Reply from CEL Solicitors

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're pleased to hear that you felt well informed throughout your case and that our team kept you updated every step of the way. We're sorry to hear you were disappointed with the settlement outcome. We always aim to achieve the best possible result for our clients, and we understand your frustration when expectations differ from the final outcome. We appreciate you placing your trust in us and wish you all the very best for the future.

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