Clifford Johnston & Co

0161 975 1900

We are highly qualified and specialist Solicitors in Stockport & Manchester. Whenever you need expert legal advice or representation, you can always rely on Clifford Johnston & Co. We are committed to providing the best legal advice and advocacy. Our practice is founded on exceptional values and excellent standards of client care. Read more...

Address
107 Heaton Moor Road
Stockport
Cheshire
SK4 4HY
0161 975 1900
www.cj-law.co.uk

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Available lawyers at Clifford Johnston & Co

David Oldham

5.0 out of 5

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Solicitor

Christopher John Furbey

Horup Khan

Jared Kevin McNally

Lina TSUI-CHEUNG

Andrea Belshaw

Lucy Smith

Katie Murray

Naila Kosar

Elizabeth Syddall

Shane Flannery

Daimian Mullarkey

Noreen Doherty

Peter Belshaw

Richard Goodall

How Clifford Johnston & Co Compares

Value for money

This firm - 98%

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Excellent does not necessarily mean ‘cheap’. It means that clients thought that the level of service received was Excellent for what they paid.

This score has been calculated using up to the last 300 reviews left by clients of Clifford Johnston & Co on ReviewSolicitors.

As part of our review questionnaire we ask reviewer questions about the value for money they felt they received by using Clifford Johnston & Co. These questions include:

Value for money (a rating of 1-5)
How much were you initially quoted or how much did you expect to pay?
Approximately how much did you end up spending for the legal services provided (ignoring disbursements and court fees)
Did you think this was underpriced, overpriced or about right?
Overall experience

We use data science to amalgamate the answers to these questions and create a ‘ReviewSolicitors score’ out of 100. The above chart representation score is a simple percentage representation of the averaged score across those who have reviewed this law firm.

Underpriced 3%

Overpriced 0%

About Right 95%

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Satisfied with
outcome of matter

This firm - 99%

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ReviewSolicitors uses our community data to show you how many clients used Clifford Johnston & Co and were satisfied with the outcome of their matter. Being satisfied with the outcome of your matter is an important consideration to have in mind.

You can use this data to see how Clifford Johnston & Co compares to the national average of clients being satisfied with the outcome of their matter after instructing a solicitor.

As part of our review questionnaire we ask the question:

"Were you satisfied with the outcome of your case?"

The reviewer can select either “Yes” or “No”.

The above score is a simple percentage representation of the total amount of clients who selected the “Yes” option:

Yes 99%

No 1%

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Rankings by area of expertise

The rankings below show the areas of expertise that Clifford Johnston & Co offers to clients. You can see how good the service offered is in comparison to all other law firms nationally.

Housing & Property

1st / 3

226th / 4234

Family Law

1st / 3

301st / 3842

Wills, Trusts & Probate

1st / 3

197th / 3495

Commercial Property

1st / 3

150th / 3302

Employment

1st / 3

71st / 3088

Regulations

1st / 13

43rd / 2552

Crime/ Criminal Defence

1st / 14

6th / 2099

Immigration

1st / 6

82nd / 2006

Human rights

1st / 5

11th / 746

Driving offences

1st / 1

42nd / 370

Data shown above is based on the reviews and client feedback collected by ReviewSolicitors over the last 12 months.

Review Sources

Client Reviews

4.9/5

Reviews summary

Excellent

552
Very Good

16
Average

0
Poor

1
Awful

1

Overall experience

Value For Money
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Housing & Property

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Residential Conveyancing

Katie

April 01, 2025

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Excellent servixe

A huge thank you to Chris Furbey who worked incredibly hard to ensure we met our deadline and helped to secure our forever family home. Chris acted fast and was constantly prompting other solicitors to ensure delays were reduced to a minimum. He constantly checked in and kept us in the loop and we felt reassured and confident throughout the whole process. Thank you, Chris - you’ve been fantastic!

Lawyer named in this review:
Christopher John Furbey

Christopher John Furbey

A representative from Clifford Johnston & Co responded to this review on 04 April, 2025:

Thank you for your kind words, Katie. We're so glad Chris could assist in securing your forever home. Your feedback means a lot, and we're happy to hear you felt supported throughout the process.

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Housing & Property

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Purchase and Sale

Hannah

April 01, 2025

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Review of Clifford Johnston services on sale of Property

David was brilliant throughout the process of the sale of my flat. He was extremely helpful and replied very quickly to my queries. There were no delays at all and David helped to explain the process in simple terminology.
The whole process was made easy with excellent communication throughout.
I would recommend the services provided to anyone.

Lawyer named in this review:
David Oldham

David Oldham

A representative from Clifford Johnston & Co responded to this review on 03 April, 2025:

Thank you, Hannah! We're so pleased to hear that David made the sale of your flat smooth and easy. Your recommendation means a lot, and we’re glad to have been able to assist you with clear communication and support throughout the process!

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Mark

March 28, 2025

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Outstanding

I cannot recommend David Oldham enough for conveyancing. His understanding of the process is outstanding, his communications are clear and concise and he puts you at ease by proactively managing what could otherwise be a challenging process. If I had a legal practice I would poach him tomorrow - it truly was an outstanding service. Thanks David!

Lawyer named in this review:
David Oldham

David Oldham

A representative from Clifford Johnston & Co responded to this review on 31 March, 2025:

Thank you for your fantastic feedback, Mark. We're thrilled to hear David provided such outstanding service and made the process easy for you. We truly appreciate your high recommendation.

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Lucy

March 27, 2025

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Excellent Service

Great communication at all stages of the sale of our house.
David always returned calls/emails promptly and kept us informed throughout.

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David Oldham

David Oldham

A representative from Clifford Johnston & Co responded to this review on 31 March, 2025:

Thank you for your wonderful review, Lucy! We're so glad to hear that David kept you informed and provided excellent communication throughout the sale of your house. We truly appreciate your feedback!

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Housing & Property

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Residential Conveyancing

Sam Horsley

March 25, 2025

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Best solicitors out there

I've relied on Chris Furbey for the best part of a decade, during which he has overseen multiple property transactions on my behalf. He is efficient, highly responsive, and always on the ball. I couldn't imagine using another solicitor!

Lawyer named in this review:
Christopher John Furbey

Christopher John Furbey

A representative from Clifford Johnston & Co responded to this review on 27 March, 2025:

Thank you, Sam! We're thrilled to hear that Chris and the conveyancing team have consistently provided you with efficient and responsive service over the years. Your continued trust means a lot to us, and we’re so grateful for your loyalty!

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David Wood

March 21, 2025

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Katie Murray

I had used Clifford Johnston and Co before and had a positive opinion, so the decision to use them again to clear up my mother's estate and probate was an easy one. I was introduced to Katie Murray and right from the word go she put me at ease after a stressful drive from Lincoln. It quickly became apparent that she knew her subject and she explained the process, how it would work and the probable length of time (which proved to be spot on). Whenever I called, Katie answered my queries without recourse to searching for my details, which was very impressive, she was certainly on top of everything. I was kept in touch with progress at all times. I wouldn't hesitate to use Clifford Johnston and Co again and would like to wish Katie all the very best in her career.

Lawyer named in this review:
Katie Murray

Katie Murray

A representative from Clifford Johnston & Co responded to this review on 24 March, 2025:

Thank you for your wonderful feedback, David! We're so pleased to hear that Katie made the process easier for you during such a stressful time. We truly appreciate your trust in us, and we’re grateful for your kind words about Katie. We wish you all the best and would be happy to assist you again in the future!

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rich9329

March 20, 2025

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Highly recommended!

David is an excellent Solicitor. We purchased the freehold on our property, sold our property and purchased a new property. He tied all parts of this superbly. He works effectively to meet deadlines quickly. His communication with us was exemplary and responded to queries very quickly. He gave excellent guidance on legal issues. He is clearly very knowledgeable and experienced. Highly recommended.

Lawyer named in this review:
David Oldham

David Oldham

A representative from Clifford Johnston & Co responded to this review on 24 March, 2025:

Thank you for your kind words, Rich. We're delighted to hear that David provided excellent service throughout your property transactions. We appreciate your recommendation!

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Housing & Property

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Residential Conveyancing

Alex Farris

March 08, 2025

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Efficient and great value for our house sale

Very impressed by the efficiency of Clifford Johnston & Co in dealing with our sale. Any queries we had were dealt with very promptly and the sale progressed quickly and smoothly. Requests for information for us to provide were also clear and prompt.
We did have a buyer pull out at one point and I was pleased this didn’t affect the fee and feel they offer excellent value for money. Thoroughly recommended.

Lawyer named in this review:
Lucy Smith

Lucy Smith

A representative from Clifford Johnston & Co responded to this review on 10 March, 2025:

Thank you, Alex! We're thrilled to hear that Lucy and the residential conveyancing team provided such efficient and smooth service during your house sale. It's great to know that they were prompt and clear in their communication, and we appreciate your recognition of their excellent value for money. Your recommendation means a lot!

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Housing & Property

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Paul & Stuart

March 06, 2025

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Superb service and attention for client

David came recommended by a friend and we had an excellent experience and were impressed with the quality of communication and understanding of our needs. Highly recommended and will instruct again in the future.

Lawyer named in this review:
David Oldham

David Oldham

A representative from Clifford Johnston & Co responded to this review on 10 March, 2025:

Thank you for your fantastic review, Paul & Stuart! We're delighted to hear that David's communication and understanding of your residential conveyancing needs met your expectations. We look forward to working with you again in the future and truly appreciate your recommendation!

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Housing & Property

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Purchase and Sale

Jack Woodcock

February 27, 2025

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Superb service

We had brilliant service from David at Clifford Johnston when selling our old house and buying a new one. He was very thorough in looking into any potential issues with the purchase of our property and provided clear options for the best path forward when unexpected details about the house came out.

He was very quick to respond to our emails and calls and we felt looked after throughout the whole process. Moving house is an inherently confusing and stressful time but communication was clear throughout, which enabled us to proceed with confidence. I would recommend David and Clifford Johnstone to anyone trying to buy/sell property.

Lawyer named in this review:
David Oldham

David Oldham

A representative from Clifford Johnston & Co responded to this review on 03 March, 2025:

Hi Jack. Thank you for your fantastic feedback! We're delighted to hear that David provided thorough, clear, and responsive support throughout your house sale and purchase. Moving can be stressful, so we're glad he helped make the process smoother and gave you confidence along the way. We truly appreciate your recommendation and will be sure to pass on your kind words to David and the team. Wishing you all the best in your new home!

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Julie

April 04, 2025

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Julie

Great conveyancing solicitors - particularly David Oldham who was on the ball and professional throughout the whole of our buying/selling experience. Highly recommended. Thank you

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Housing & Property

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Residential Conveyancing

John

January 15, 2025

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John

Chris managed the sale of my house on Didsbury Road. Throughout the journey Chris always kept me fully updated with progress & even answered emails well into the evening. The bill for his efforts was also great value which is a plus. Thank you Chris, professional & a great communicator.

Lawyer named in this review:
Christopher John Furbey

Christopher John Furbey

A representative from Clifford Johnston & Co responded to this review on 17 January, 2025:

Hi John. Thank you for your fantastic feedback! We're so glad to hear that Chris provided you with excellent service, keeping you updated and being responsive even beyond regular hours. We’re also happy that you found the value of his efforts to be great. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we’ll be sure to pass them on to Chris. If you need assistance in the future, we’re here to help!

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Housing & Property

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Jody

November 29, 2024

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Jody

Would really recommend Chris’ services - we only used him for a small job but he was really helpful and his communication is great. We will definitely be using him again in the future!

Lawyer named in this review:
Christopher John Furbey

Christopher John Furbey

A representative from Clifford Johnston & Co responded to this review on 02 December, 2024:

Thank you for your great review, Jody! We're so glad to hear that Chris provided helpful service and excellent communication throughout your experience with us.

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Housing & Property

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Residential Conveyancing

Baz

November 18, 2024

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Baz

Fantastic experience with Clifford Johnston. I worked with David who handled my case entirely and made me feel very relaxed and kept me informed. 10/10 would use again. Highly recommend.

Lawyer named in this review:
David Oldham

David Oldham

A representative from Clifford Johnston & Co responded to this review on 20 November, 2024:

Thank you for your kind words, Baz. We're thrilled to hear you had a fantastic experience with David and Clifford Johnston. We appreciate your recommendation.

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Housing & Property

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Residential Conveyancing

Jyotsna

November 07, 2024

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Jyotsna

We had the services of David Oldham at Clifford Johnston Solicitors during sale and then purchase of our home. Because of David, both the times it all went very smoothly.
David was excellent in conveyancing and prompt in communicating in response to our queries and is a very helpful and pleasant person.
We would highly recommend David and Clifton Johnston Solicitors.

Lawyer named in this review:
David Oldham

David Oldham

A representative from Clifford Johnston & Co responded to this review on 11 November, 2024:

Thank you for your wonderful feedback Jyotsna! We're delighted to hear that David provided excellent service and made your sale and purchase process smooth. Your recommendation is greatly appreciated!

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