Lodders Solicitors LLP

We were delighted with the excellent service we received from Michael Neal-Brook and his colleagues in arranging our wills and LPOAs. They were all extremely professional, efficient and caring at all times and made a complex matter clear and simple. We would definitely use Lodders for all future legal work.

I have used Lodders Solicitors on several occasions and have always found them very helpful. Most recently, after my husband passed away, I asked Michael Neal-Brook at Lodders to rewrite my will and to rework my powers of attorney as well as to manage a property issue. Michael was extremely kind and patient with me and, with regards to my will, suggested ways of handling inheritance issues which I had not thought of. He responded to my follow-up queries very promptly and continued to stay in touch while the work was in progress. There are delays in government systems at the moment, in my case with the Office of the Public Guardian and the Land Registry, and it was reassuring to know that Michael was there to make contact with these organisations when necessary rather than doing this myself. I highly recommend Lodders and Michael Neal-Brook and am very glad to have consulted him.

We have had Michael Neal-Brook as our solicitor from Lodders to deal with the complex estate matters following the death of our father. At all times was he sensitive to our initial grief, professional in his dealings and always kept us up to date. He has also updated our wills and power of attorney in the process. So as we approach nearly three years from my fathers death, it is with great relief on both sides I’m sure! to finally have closure. We couldn’t have done this ourselves and Michael has been the right man to guide us through it, so a big thank you to him and the rest of the team working alongside him.

Michael Neal-Brook at Lodders has provided expert advice, supporting myself and my husband through an emotive estate issue which lasted just over 14 months. Throughout he was a fantastic listener, responsive and gave excellent pragmatic advice whilst ensuring we were fully protected. We honestly don't think we would have reached a satisfactory conclusion without him. We highly recommend Michael and Lodders.

Professional advice from a friendly and efficient solicitor who made a complex issue easy to understand. Michael Neal-Brooks could not have been more helpful and understanding of our requirements. Would highly recommend him.

We were extremely impressed by the service provided to us by Michael Neil-Brook and Lizzie Curnock in the preparation of our renewed Powers of Attorney. Michael understood our particular situation and provided advice in the event of various scenarios, and handled the discussions with great discretion. Lizzie followed up immediately after the meeting, and we received the draft documents for consideration by the same afternoon. Both are clearly excellent professionals.

I highly recommend Michael Brook, he dealt with a will and probate for my family and guided us through the whole process in a straightforward and uncomplicated manner. He was very easy to deal with, knowledgeable and personable which are all attributes you need in difficult times.

I have taken my case to the legal ombudsman as I believe lodders gave me very bad advice. This was verified by a solicitor from another company. I had agreed a settlement with my ex but lodders solicitors advised me to break the agreement saying it was too much because the marriage was so short. The judge felt differently and awarded him a further £100,000. At no point was I advised that this was at all possible in my case - liz Partridge

Dan MacLeod assisted me with a land option and overage agreement and I was incredibly impressed with the protections he negotiated on my behalf. Dan went out of his way to act quickly when we were put under time pressure, which I really appreciated. Dan was open to my questions and suggestions, he took the time and effort to understand what I was asking, and he explained everything clearly to me. Dan provided a professional, knowledgable and personable service which I would recommend 100%.

Last November I asked Lodders, at very short notice, to prepare new wills and first-time Lasting Powers of Attorney LPA for me and my husband. I found Lodders through SFE, which is 'Solicitors for the Elderly'. This is a national organisation with over 1600 members across the United Kingdom. Michael Brook is Lodders's specialist lawyer and he dealt with us clearly, quickly and sympathetically. He also kept us informed as the process, especially for LPAs, is quite complicated and slow-moving! I would recommend Lodders and Michael unreservedly.