Straw And Pearce Ltd

01509 268931

For more than one hundred years Straw and Pearce has provided trusted and reliable legal advice to businesses, families and individuals in the East Midlands. With offices in Loughborough and specialist teams of lawyers, we have expanded and developed to meet all the demands of a twenty-first century legal practice without compromising the tradition of friendly, personal service on which the firm was built. Straw and Pearce is committed to delivering the best quality service. We are Lexcel accredited. Lexcel is the Law Society’s legal quality mark for excellence in legal practice management and excellence in legal client care. Read more...

Address
18 Rectory Place
Loughborough
Leicestershire
LE11 1UU
01509 268931
www.strawandpearce.co.uk

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Available lawyers at Straw And Pearce Ltd

Mark Wardley

Jamie Simner

Julie Brown

Louise Stephens

Dharmesh Tanna

Joanna Merriman

Clair Feliciant-Tabor

Hayley Davis

Jennifer Ellis

Pramila Meghani

Rachel Howell

Alan Ridler

James Walbeoff

Alan Greenidge

Bhapinder Parmar

Richard Jennings

Sheila Valand

Gemma Cole

Jaiker Chauhan

Krysia Wolska

Oilen Wan

Sydny Croome

How Straw And Pearce Ltd Compares

Value for money

This firm - 96%

National Average

Poor Competitive Excellent

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 Straw And Pearce Ltd on ReviewSolicitors.

As part of our review questionnaire we ask reviewer questions about the value for money they felt they received by using Straw And Pearce Ltd. 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 2%

Overpriced 3%

About Right 93%

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Satisfied with
outcome of matter

This firm - 97%

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ReviewSolicitors uses our community data to show you how many clients used Straw And Pearce Ltd 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 Straw And Pearce Ltd 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 97%

No 3%

If you would like to read more about how we work with our review data please see our Transparency section.

Rankings by area of expertise

The rankings below show the areas of expertise that Straw And Pearce Ltd offers to clients. You can see how good the service offered is in comparison to all other law firms nationally.

Consumer

2nd / 8

139th / 4486

Company & Commercial

3rd / 8

216th / 4271

Housing & Property

2nd / 15

125th / 4211

Family Law

3rd / 10

125th / 3805

Wills, Trusts & Probate

3rd / 5

210th / 3459

Commercial Property

3rd / 7

244th / 3268

Employment

2nd / 3

261st / 3049

Personal Injury

2nd / 4

174th / 2330

Crime/ Criminal Defence

1st / 6

7th / 2079

Money & Tax

2nd / 5

141st / 1826

Professional Negligence

3rd / 5

104th / 1170

Dispute Resolution

3rd / 4

140th / 1033

Welfare & Benefits

1st / 1

73rd / 810

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

220
Very Good

8
Average

1
Poor

0
Awful

5

Overall experience

Value For Money
Communication
Initial Impressions
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Legal knowledge

Crime/ Criminal Defence

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Military Law Defence

Simon,

August 01, 2025

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Solid and professional advise.

Mark was very polite and speaking to him I can very clearly see that his knowledge and experience is remarkable.
He was able to explain things clearly and in a way that I completely understood all options in order to make a decision for myself. Mark treated me very well and showed empathy for my situation. He showed a real respect towards me and wanted to help to ensure the best outcome possible.
The real positive in my opinion was that Mark didn’t sugar coat things, he didn’t try to make things sound easy or nice for me. He explained the situation exactly how it is, this gave me real confidence that I was making the right decision on his advice. I would strongly recommend Mark to anyone in need of advise or legal support.

Lawyer named in this review:
Mark Wardley

Mark Wardley

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Wills, Trusts & Probate

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Wills

Anonymous,

July 31, 2025

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The Will

Experience and knowledge in creating the Will.
Dharmesh gave me a good guide in creating my wishes . I am confident to use this service again.

Lawyer named in this review:
Dharmesh Tanna

Dharmesh Tanna

A representative from Straw And Pearce Ltd responded to this review on 31 July, 2025:

Thank you for your kind feedback. We are pleased to hear that Dharmesh was able to provide you with the guidance and expertise needed to help you clearly express your wishes. It is always our goal to ensure clients feel confident and supported throughout the process. We truly appreciate your trust in our services.

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Wills, Trusts & Probate

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Wills

Anonymous,

July 25, 2025

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Update to will

Dharmesh was friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. He gave many suggestions and asked questions that I hadn't thought of to aid me making my will.

Lawyer named in this review:
Dharmesh Tanna

Dharmesh Tanna

A representative from Straw And Pearce Ltd responded to this review on 28 July, 2025:

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are pleased to hear that Dharmesh was able to assist you effectively in updating your will. His professionalism, attentiveness, and insightful suggestions are qualities we greatly value, and we are glad they contributed positively to your experience

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Wills, Trusts & Probate

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Wills

Julie,

July 24, 2025

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Excellent

Quick to get an appointment, everything explained fully ,friendly atmosphere, professional service given.

Lawyer named in this review:
Dharmesh Tanna

Dharmesh Tanna

A representative from Straw And Pearce Ltd responded to this review on 24 July, 2025:

Thank you for your kind feedback. We are pleased to hear that you found the service excellent, the appointment process efficient, and the atmosphere welcoming. It is always our aim to provide professional, clear, and friendly care.

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Crime/ Criminal Defence

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Professional Conduct

Barny

July 22, 2025

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PSD Gross Misconduct Hearing

Jamie was a very knowledgeable solicitor who I was glad was representing me. He explained the process well to me.

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Jamie Simner

Jamie Simner

A representative from Straw And Pearce Ltd responded to this review on 23 July, 2025:

Thank you for your feedback! We're delighted to hear that Jamie provided such valuable support during your PSD gross misconduct hearing. It's great to know that his knowledge and clear explanations made a positive impact on your experience

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Crime/ Criminal Defence

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Terrance,

July 16, 2025

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Incredible Service

Having never gone through an experience like this before, James was amazing.

I was very well informed and his advice to me was fair and honest. He was great at listening to my concerns and would be more than happy to help at anytime if I had questions. I would like to thank James for his help.

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James Walbeoff

James Walbeoff

A representative from Straw And Pearce Ltd responded to this review on 16 July, 2025:

Thank you for your kind and thoughtful review. We are delighted to hear that your experience was a positive one, and that James provided you with the support, guidance, and professionalism you needed throughout the process. It is especially rewarding to know that he was able to address your concerns with honesty, fairness, and care. We will be sure to pass along your appreciation to him. Thank you once again for taking the time to share your experience.

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Anonymous,

July 13, 2025

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Experienced straight forward lawyer

From the moment I met James he put me at ease at what was a difficult time.
He set out what would happen and explained in a calm way. His experience in Irene matters also meant I knew I was in good hands.
Thanks James

Lawyer named in this review:
James Walbeoff

James Walbeoff

A representative from Straw And Pearce Ltd responded to this review on 14 July, 2025:

Thank you for your kind feedback. We are pleased to know that James was able to provide clarity and reassurance during a difficult period. Our aim is always to offer straightforward advice and draw on our experience to guide clients through complex matters with professionalism and care. Your trust is greatly appreciated

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Housing & Property

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Residential Conveyancing

Vethakkan,

July 11, 2025

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Buying our first home

Emma was a trusted and reassuring voice in our house buying process. We were told by our friends and family to always pester and nag because solicitors take so long etc. however this wasn’t the case for Emma. She was in the ball and we could count on her to deliver when we needed to. Her professionalism and experience really shone through this process and it made our lives easy. She was also really friendly, approachable and was always happy to help despite the numerous annoying phone calls from us. Would definitely recommend.

Lawyer named in this review:
Emma Sharp

Emma Sharp

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Crime/ Criminal Defence

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Criminal defence - All

Lester,

July 10, 2025

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Great services in court

I am really happy with to service and Louise and Richard really understand my problem

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Louise Stephens Richard Jennings

Louise Stephens

Richard Jennings

A representative from Straw And Pearce Ltd responded to this review on 10 July, 2025:

Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you were happy with the service and that Louise and Richard were able to support you effectively. Understanding and addressing your concerns is always our top priority.

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Jamie,

July 10, 2025

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Reassuring legal assistance

Alan was very approachable and helped me during a difficult time re a criminal matter which I felt was unjustified but understandably procedural. His guidance and knowledge including what my options were really did help me to achieve a positive conclusion to the whole matter. I’m very grateful!

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Alan Greenidge

Alan Greenidge

A representative from Straw And Pearce Ltd responded to this review on 10 July, 2025:

Thank you for your thoughtful review. We’re so pleased to hear that Alan was able to provide the support and reassurance you needed during such a difficult time. Criminal matters can feel overwhelming, especially when they seem unjustified, and we're glad his knowledge and clear guidance helped lead to a positive resolution. Your trust means a great deal to us.

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Housing & Property

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Residential Conveyancing

Sam

June 21, 2025

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Sam

Fantastic work from Emma Sharp start to finish to keep the house move on track. We have used Straw and Pearce twice for conveyancing now and would recommend them every time.

A representative from Straw And Pearce Ltd responded to this review on 30 June, 2025:

Thank you for your lovely review and continued trust in our services. We're delighted to hear that Emma Sharp was able to keep everything on track and make the process smooth for you. It's always a pleasure to assist with your conveyancing needs, and we truly appreciate your recommendation.

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Wills, Trusts & Probate

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Probate

Matthew

February 18, 2025

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Matthew

I have dealt with Julie Brown over a family law matter and Emma Sharp over the sale of two houses and have been very pleased with the service from both of them. I have no hesitation in recommending Straw & Pearce.

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Julie Brown

Julie Brown

A representative from Straw And Pearce Ltd responded to this review on 19 February, 2025:

Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We're so glad to hear that Julie Brown and Emma Sharp provided excellent service for both your family law matter and the sale of your houses. It's always our goal to ensure a positive experience, and we appreciate your trust and recommendation

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Gabrielle

October 31, 2024

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Gabrielle

Emma Sharp was my solicitor for a complicated flat purchase and she was brilliant - thorough, prompt and kind. Would recommend her services to anyone!

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Laura

October 28, 2024

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Laura

Had a great experience using Straw and Pearce to sell a property and purchase another. Emma Sharp handled my case and was always a pleasure to work with, she helped explain parts of the process I didn’t fully understand and was always quick to come back to me throughout the whole process. I would definitely use them again, and would recommend them confidently to others.

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Jenni

August 29, 2024

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Jenni

We have recently sold and brought a new home and have used Straw and Pearce in Loughborough previously on a number of legal matters including conveyancing. Our experience this time with Emma Sharp and her team from start to finish has been excellent, queries and questions were dealt with quickly and efficiently and made our whole moving process less stressful. We felt fully informed throughout and are very grateful for the service we received. Thank you.

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