Associate (Trainee Legal Executive) at Ashtons Legal LLP

Harriet Richardson

Associate (Trainee Legal Executive)

Harriet splits her time between working on Probate (30%), Wills (30%), Lasting Powers of Attorney (30%) and Enduring Power of Attorney registration (10%).

Portman House, 120 Princes Street, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP1 1RS

Licensed for 5 years

Practice Areas

Housing & Property, Family Law, Wills, Trusts & Probate

4.9/5 94 Client Reviews 94
  • Wills, Trusts & Probate 91%
  • Family Law 8%
  • Housing & Property 1%
94 Client Reviews

4.9/5

Overall experience

  • Value For Money
  • Communication
  • Initial Impressions
  • Approachability
  • Documentation Accuracy
  • Legal knowledge

Reviews summary

  • Excellent
    86
  • Very Good
    8
  • Average
    0
  • Poor
    0
  • Awful
    0

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Rosemary
Verified Rosemary Added 2 days ago Report to admin
Collected whilst working at Ashtons Legal LLP
June 05, 2025 20250605174743

Advice regarding my mother's will and Life Interest Trust

5

I felt quite moved as my husband and I returned to our car after our meeting with Harriet and her colleague. I felt I had been listened to and by people who had the required knowledge to make sense of documents which had so far only brought me several years of confusion and worry, and who had the ability to explain issues to me with kindness and understanding.
It seemed my concerns had not been without foundation and whatever legal advice I may need in future, I will be happy to continue with Ashtons Legal LLP.

Lawyer named in this review: Harriet Richardson

A representative from Ashtons Legal LLP responded to this review on 06 June, 2025

Thank you for your 5-star review. We look forward to working with you in the future!

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Stephen
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May 25, 2025 20250525095619

writing of wills.

4

Quick & efficient service.
The process was explained well so that we understood.

Lawyer named in this review: Harriet Richardson

A representative from Ashtons Legal LLP responded to this review on 30 May, 2025

Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future.

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Beverley
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May 20, 2025 20250520173152

Writing a will

5

Everything was explained in layman's terms so that we understood what was being done for us.

Lawyer named in this review: Harriet Richardson

A representative from Ashtons Legal LLP responded to this review on 22 May, 2025

Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future.

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Betty
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May 01, 2025 20250501083948

Rewriting of wills

5

We were dealt with promptly, courtesly and efficiently. Everything was explained to us at every step. Harriet was friendly and businesslike. Everyone we came in contact with were welcoming and helpful.

Lawyer named in this review: Harriet Richardson

A representative from Ashtons Legal LLP responded to this review on 16 May, 2025

Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future.

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Pearl
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March 20, 2025 20250320092950

Update of wills

5

We had a very pleasant and helpful experience from start to finish. Our Solicitor Harriet Richardson was really helpful and took time to explain any details that we did not fully understand, nothing was too much trouble. Upon entering the offices we were treated in a warm and polite way and made to feel extremely comfortable. We were shown to a very welcoming waiting area and most importantly we were not kept waiting for long. As previously said we were very happy working with Harriet and would be happy to do so again if required.

Lawyer named in this review: Harriet Richardson

A representative from Ashtons Legal LLP responded to this review on 01 April, 2025

Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future.

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Caroline
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February 14, 2025 20250214155159

Estate of the late Mrs Janet Peck

4

We found Harriet competent and professional in her approach. She was very helpful and gave sound advice to the questions we raised and responded quickly to any concerns we had. Harriet was sympathic and understanding regarding our mother's estate and we appreciated all her hard work to bring the estate to a close. There were a few minor mistakes initially in name spelling and figures but these were corrected straight away once we informed Harriet. We feel Harriet did a fantastic job and we were very pleased with her work.

Lawyer named in this review: Harriet Richardson

A representative from Ashtons Legal LLP responded to this review on 14 February, 2025

Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future.

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John
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February 12, 2025 20250212192430

Handling of my uncle Tom's estate

4

Harriet and her colleagues were efficient, friendly and responsive throughout the process.

There were times when I thought they could have been more proactive in keeping me informed. There were a number of times when I felt compelled to contact them for an update.

Other than that, though, first rate. Thank you!

Lawyer named in this review: Harriet Richardson

A representative from Ashtons Legal LLP responded to this review on 14 February, 2025

Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future.

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Annie
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February 11, 2025 20250211103012

Probate

5

Our experience was very satisfactory, everything was handled well and we were kept informed along the way

Lawyer named in this review: Harriet Richardson

A representative from Ashtons Legal LLP responded to this review on 11 February, 2025

Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future.

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Andrew
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February 11, 2025 20250211093349

Positive experience

5

Everything was explained up front and backed up with email or letter.
The opening meeting was good and the process and guidance appropriate for our needs.

Lawyer named in this review: Harriet Richardson

A representative from Ashtons Legal LLP responded to this review on 11 February, 2025

Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future.

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Gloria
Verified Gloria Added 4 months ago Report to admin
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January 28, 2025 20250128092307

Making a Will

5

Professional and helpful throughout the process
Thank you Harriet.

Lawyer named in this review: Harriet Richardson

A representative from Ashtons Legal LLP responded to this review on 28 January, 2025

Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future.

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Julie
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April 18, 2025
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Julie

5

Harriet completed our probate professionally and with care and kindness as it wasn’t an easy time for the family. No question was too silly and she responded to emails promptly. I would definitely recommend Harriet for any probate matters.

Lawyer named in this review: Harriet Richardson

A representative from Ashtons Legal LLP responded to this review on 22 April, 2025

Thank you very much for your five star review and feedback, it is greatly appreciated. We will pass the great feedback on to Harriet.

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Mike
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October 20, 2023
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Mike

5

Harriet prepared mine and my wife's wills.
Everything was explained in detail and was easy to understand.
We would highly recommend Harriet, having used her and Ashtons Legal for a number of years.

Lawyer named in this review: Harriet Richardson

A representative from Ashtons Legal LLP responded to this review on 23 October, 2023

Thank you very much for your five star review and feedback, it is greatly appreciated. We will pass on to Harriet as well.

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About Harriet Richardson

Harriet splits her time between working on Probate (30%), Wills (30%), Lasting Powers of Attorney (30%) and Enduring Power of Attorney registration (10%).

Languages Spoken: English

Contact Harriet Richardson

Address

Ashtons Legal LLP

Portman House

120 Princes Street

Ipswich

Suffolk

IP1 1RS



Phone 01473 261337

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WORK EXPERIENCE

Title

Name

Duration

Paralegal

Ashtons Legal

2017-2021

Trainee Legal Executive

Ashtons Legal

2021-Present