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Lesley Fenton
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Great service
This was a challenging sale but Victoria and Rachael dealt with it
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Bell Lamb & Joynson
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Welcome to Bell Lamb & Joynson, an award-winning law firm established in 1821. With a history of over two centuries, we combine deep-rooted expertise with modern legal practice from our offices in Liverpool, Runcorn, Maghull, and Warrington. We specialise in Conveyancing, Criminal Law, Family Law, Motor and Road Traffic Law, Powers of Attorney, and Wills & Probate. Trust our legacy and expertise to guide you through your legal matters and contact Bell Lamb & Joynson today. Read more...
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PIPPA Edwards
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Easy process
Thank you for an easy and straightforward sale.
A representative from Bell Lamb & Joynson responded to this review on 24 June, 2025:
Dear Pippa, Thank you for your feedback. We’re glad we could make your sale easy and straightforward. Best regards, Bell Lamb & Joynson
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Matter Type:
Divorce
Wayne Stockton
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Expert service
I've used BLJ on a few occasions and once again they exceed in all aspects of my situation.
Is personally like to thank Mia and Emma for handling my divorce and making my situation as stress-free as possible.
I've now instructed BLJ to handle to sale and purchase of my new house as I have complete faith in this company........ Many thanks guys for everything you have done...... Thanks Mia and Emma 👍
A representative from Bell Lamb & Joynson responded to this review on 10 June, 2025:
Thank you for your fantastic review, Wayne. We're absolutely delighted to hear that BLJ continues to exceed your expectations in all aspects. It's wonderful to know that Mia and Emma made your divorce as stress-free as possible, and we truly appreciate your complete faith in us for your upcoming house sale and purchase. Thank you!
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Matter Type:
Residential Conveyancing
Anonymous
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Professional local firm
Firm recommended by Estate Agent. All email communications were swiftly dealt with. Great knowledge in any dealings with the building’s management company. Less than 3 months from offer to completion, very happy with service.
A representative from Bell Lamb & Joynson responded to this review on 02 June, 2025:
Thank you for your kind words. We’re glad Rachael and Victoria's knowledge and swift communication helped make your process smooth and timely.
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Matter Type:
Purchase and Sale
Andrew Taylor
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Purchase of first house
From the start to beginning it has been smooth, great communication and constant updates. Whenever clarity was needed it was given. Would highly recommend. Rachael and Victoria both really helpful and a pleasure to deal with
A representative from Bell Lamb & Joynson responded to this review on 27 May, 2025:
Thank you for your wonderful feedback, Andrew. We're delighted to hear the process was smooth with great communication and constant updates. Rachael and Victoria will be thrilled to know they made a positive impression. We truly appreciate your recommendation.
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Bryan
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Good (but don't assume client knows process & timescales)
A very online / app approach (may well be typical these days) but very pleasant and available when I needed to call to clarify matters. As an uninformed client selling a property I could have done with at least a weekly update when nothing seemed to be happening. Even if nothing to report, it would have eased my probably unnecessary concerns on lack of progress on the sale.
A representative from Bell Lamb & Joynson responded to this review on 13 May, 2025:
Thank you for your feedback, Bryan — we’re glad you found the team pleasant and accessible. We appreciate your suggestion on regular updates and will take it on board to improve the experience for future clients.
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Matter Type:
Residential Conveyancing
Craig Hallett
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Great Job
Handled the whole process very well. Always contactable and very professional. Well done!
A representative from Bell Lamb & Joynson responded to this review on 01 May, 2025:
Thank you for your kind words, Craig. We're pleased to hear you had a positive experience and appreciate your recognition of our professionalism.
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Matter Type:
Residential Conveyancing
Michael Maher
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Excellent service
Rachael and the team have made the process of selling my property hassle free with their professionalism and knowledge through the process. I have been kept up to date promptly throughout.
A representative from Bell Lamb & Joynson responded to this review on 29 April, 2025:
Thank you for your kind review, Michael. We're so glad to hear that Rachael and the team made your property sale smooth and stress-free. Their professionalism and communication are something we take great pride in, and it's great to know you felt well-supported throughout.
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Matter Type:
Residential Conveyancing
Kieran Vis and Freya Newport
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Positive experience with Rachael McLean and Victoria Boutle
Fast, efficient, prompt and insightful answers to questions.
A representative from Bell Lamb & Joynson responded to this review on 28 April, 2025:
Thank you for your feedback, Kieran. We’re glad you found Rachael and Victoria's service fast, efficient, and helpful.
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Matter Type:
Child Arrangements Following Divorce
Michael
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A Solicitor Who Truly Cares
I’ve been working with Mia as my solicitor and I couldn’t be more grateful for the support she’s provided so far. From the beginning, she’s shown genuine care and commitment to my case—it really feels like she’s taken my situation to heart and is fighting my corner with everything she’s got. That means the world to me, especially as I’m dealing with this largely on my own. Her professionalism, clear communication, and reassuring presence have made a difficult experience feel more manageable. I’m very happy with the progress we've made so far and feel confident having her in my corner.
A representative from Bell Lamb & Joynson responded to this review on 22 April, 2025:
Thank you for your kind words, Michael. We're thrilled to hear that Mia has been able to provide the support and reassurance you need during this time. Your confidence in her makes all the difference, and we’re here to continue supporting you every step of the way.
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Stephen
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Stephen
Popped in to the Maghull Branch to see Mr Leeman (who was very highly recommended by a very good friend) but I was most impressed with the lady on reception named Angie. She put my mind completely at ease, listened, took a proper interest in me and made me feel like there was a positive answer for all of my problems. I didn't feel like 'just another punter'. I felt understood and finally appreciated. So I'll go back there again now with any legal matters, because if the receptionist is that good (and Mr Leeman is a real winner too) then they can have all of my business.
A representative from Bell Lamb & Joynson responded to this review on 02 April, 2025:
Hi Stephen, we appreciate you taking the time to leave this review, we greatly appreciate it. We will be sure to pass your kind words across and we are pleased to have helped. Take care.
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Ian
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Ian
Great communication and fast turnaround.
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Matter Type:
Residential Conveyancing
Shelley
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Shelley
Everything was handled smoothly and all parties were kept informed of any developments throughout.
The process was quick, efficient and a lot less stressful than I had imagined it would be.
The team at Bell Lamb and Joynson were recommended to us by our mortgage advisor and we were very impressed with their professionalism and teamwork.
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Richard
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Richard
Very helpful, friendly and conscientious dealing with my conveyance. Thank you to everyone at BLJ Maghull for all your help!
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Debra
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Debra
Conveyancing can be difficult, ours was a nightmare, but our solicitors handled it with complete professionalism and sorted all of the problems that were thrown their way. Big thanks to Gemma and Olivia.
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Residential Conveyancing
David Ian
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David Ian's experience...
Would like to say a massive thanks to Victoria for keeping me uddated during the whole conveyancing process. Via simple and quicks by e-mail and my online portal account. Was kept informed at all times by next steps required by me.
It was a pleasure to do interaction with, and would definitely use your searches again if required for any legal matters in future.
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Matter Type:
Residential Conveyancing
Raquel
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Raquel's experience...
I would like to express my appreciation for the excellent service I received throughout the process of purchasing two properties. I was very happy with the way everything was handled.
You were professional and thorough, ensuring that all payments and documents were in order, which gave me confidence and peace of mind during what can often be a stressful time. Your attention to detail and consistent communication were very much appreciated.
The only point I would mention for improvement is that I would have appreciated some support or guidance in arranging the tax payments related to the property sales. That aside, the overall service was excellent.
Thank you again for your hard work and dedication.
Kind regards,
A representative from Bell Lamb & Joynson responded to this review on 23 June, 2025:
Dear Raquel, Thank you for your kind words and detailed feedback. We’re pleased to hear you were happy with our professionalism, thoroughness, and communication throughout your property purchases. We appreciate your suggestion regarding tax payment guidance and will certainly take this on board to improve our service. Thank you again for your trust and support. Best regards, Bell Lamb & Joynson
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Residential Conveyancing
Darren Richard
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Darren Richard's experience...
Quote a complicated sale due to the circumstances of the sale. Victoria was great and really worked hard on getting the sale completed despite the buyers solicitor making heavy work of everything. Thanks Again.
A representative from Bell Lamb & Joynson responded to this review on 23 June, 2025:
Dear Darren, Thank you for your kind words. We're glad Victoria was able to support you through what sounds like a challenging sale. Your appreciation means a lot. Best regards, Bell Lamb & Joynson
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Matter Type:
Residential Conveyancing
Mary
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A representative from Bell Lamb & Joynson responded to this review on 19 June, 2025:
Dear Mary, Thank you for taking the time to leave positive feedback for our service. Best regards, Bell Lamb & Joynson
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Matter Type:
Residential Conveyancing
Michael Anthony
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Michael Anthony's experience...
Michaela has been great from start to finish. She was approachable, supportive and on it with our purchase. Would highly recommend her and the firm to anyone
A representative from Bell Lamb & Joynson responded to this review on 18 June, 2025:
Dear Michael, Thank you for your kind feedback. We're delighted Michaela provided approachable and supportive service throughout your purchase. Your recommendation means a lot to us. Best regards, Bell Lamb & Joynson
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As a firm, we have a specialist 24-hour, 365 days a year criminal department with solicitors who are highly respected leaders in their field having been involved in some of the most prominent criminal trials in the North West of England and beyond. We are in the top 20% of criminal law providers by volume in England and Wales. A family department dealing with all aspects of public and private family law with vastly experienced solicitors on hand to assist you in the complexities of the issues surrounding your family. In so far as the firm’s private client departments you can rest assured that whether it’s the first time you are buying a house or you are moving onto your subsequent home, if it's making a will or lasting power of attorney or dealing with the probate of a loved one’s estate we at Bell Lamb & Joynson are here to help and support you across our office network in, Liverpool, Maghull, Runcorn and Warrington.
Practice areas
Criminal Law, Conveyancing, Family Law, Motor & Road Traffic Law, Powers of Attorney, Wills & Probate.
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Consumer
- Consumer Disputes
- Litigation - Breach of contract
- Litigation - Insurance disputes
- Litigation - M&A and warranty disputes
- Litigation - Product liability claims
- Litigation - Property litigation claims
- Litigation - Trust and pension issues
- Litigation Law
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Crime/ Criminal Defence
- Assault
- Business Crime
- Criminal Damage
- Criminal defence - All
- Domestic violence
- Drugs offences
- Fraud
- Harassment
- Juvenile
- Legal aid
- Murder and Manslaughter
- Professional Conduct
- Regulatory Defence
- Sexual allegations including Rape and Sexual Assaults
- Theft
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Driving offences
- Appeal driving conviction
- Careless driving
- Convicted in absence
- Dangerous driving
- Dangerous vehicle conditions
- Death By Careless Driving
- Death by dangerous driving
- Discretionary disqualification
- Disqualification removal
- Drink driving
- Driving Whilst Unfit
- Driving Without Due Care
- Driving whilst disqualified
- Driving without a licence
- Driving without insurance
- Drunk in charge
- Early return of driving licence
- Exceptional Hardship
- Failing to notify DVLA
- Failure to furnish identification
- Failure to provide a blood sample
- Failure to provide a specimen
- Goods vehicles - operators licence
- Goods vehicles - tachograph offences
- Mobile phone offences
- New Driver Provisions
- Notice of intended prosecution
- Recognition of disqualification
- Restoration of licence
- Road rage incidents
- Serious injury by dangerous driving
- Signs and signal offences
- Special Reasons
- Speeding offences
- Stopping and reporting
- Taxi offences
- Taxi offences - illegally plying for hire
- Taxi offences - licensing investigations
- Taxi offences - points and disqualification
- Totting Up Driving Ban
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Family Law
- Adoption, Surrogacy, Care and Special Guardianship
- Asset protection and tax mitigation
- Child Arrangements Following Divorce
- Child Law
- Child Relocation After Divorce
- Child contact
- Children
- Children Act proceedings
- Civil Partnership Dissolution
- Civil partnerships
- Cohabitation agreements and disputes
- Cohabitation and Unmarried Relationships
- Collaborative Law
- Divorce After A Brain Or Other Serious Injury
- Domestic Abuse
- Family Mediation
- Family law
- Financial Matters
- Grandparents' Rights
- Inheritance Act claims
- Injunctions
- Matrimonial finance
- Out Of Court Divorce
- Parental responsibility, paternity disputes, surrogacy
- Pension and property advice
- Pre and Post Nuptial Agreements
- Separation
- Separation Agreement
- Social Services
- Unmarried Couples' Rights
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Housing & Property
- Anti-social Behaviour
- Boundary Disputes
- Buying at auction
- Declarations of trusts
- Deeds of Gifts
- Deeds of easements, variation, deeds of rectifications
- Dilapidation Claims
- Evicting Squatters and Trespassers
- Exclusivity and lock-out agreements
- Extending your Lease
- Freehold Enfranchisement
- Housing Associations
- Housing Management
- Housing disputes
- Injunctions
- Investment and buy to let properties
- Landlord and Tenant
- Lease Extensions
- Leasehold properties
- Matrimonial transfers
- Neighbour Disputes
- New home purchases and sales
- Option agreements and conditional contracts
- Possession and repossession proceedings
- Property Disputes
- Purchase and Sale
- Remortgaging
- Renting and Tenancy Agreements
- Repossessions
- Residential Conveyancing
- Restrictive Covenants, Easements and Wayleaves
- Right of First Refusal
- Right of Way and Rights to Light
- Right to Manage
- Service Charge Disputes
- Service Charge Recovery
- Tenancy Breaches, Injunctions and Forfeiture Claims
- Tenant Eviction
- Transfer of title
- Transfers of equity
- Transfers of parts of land
- Unpaid Rent, Service or Ground Charges
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Wills, Trusts & Probate
- Probate
- Wills