Allard Bailey Reviews 9

For 3 years the person dealing with my case was Jennifer Granby. It is important to say I felt no warmth or care from her. Which would have been so gratefully received as a divorce and a splitting up in my case a 20 year marriage and family is a very hard thing to go through. The "dealings" were done in dry and short manner. And large bills kept coming. It is important to note that the "estimate" amount quoted and the overall amount nearly tripled despite not going through the courts. 1/3 way in I was financially sucked dry of funds and I had to take huge loans - as with divorces the other party has emptied the joined account despite agreement. At times I was getting 2000 and 3000 pound bills monthly right at the beginning just for exchanging paperwork... Jennifer then"kindly" agreed to take 500 pounds a month and then take the entire amount left owing at the end - feeling I will get more then what is owed to her from my divorce. This meant even though I was very unhappy I could not leave anymore to a different solicitor either :( I could hardly ever get through to her, it was days before replies to my emails, mostly automated "I am out of the office" or "I am on holiday". She was always away in meetings and I never felt I was being looked after. It felt as someone was just bureaucratically doing accounting and paperwork. She really could not care less. The papers were always sent to me last minute and I had a couple of days to fill in the information. Strangely for the tens of thousands of pounds charged she never had previous information I sent and it always had to be re-done. She also did not remember basic conversations. What I was advised in meetings was later forgotten by her (to me crucial life decisions) and it often felt as she was acting for the other side. She would be ok with them running late, but would ask me to complete things on their request. She would remind me something that is not due for weeks on their behalf but the other side that was often late for deadlines, that was ok... She was also letting my ex change financial agreements from one day to another and pretty much let him run the show. He could do no wrong from cutting me off my own company with a few day notice, to falsely reporting me for child abuse to adding thousands of pounds to his expenses monthly that were proven incorrect... The worst was - she pressed me to embark on an extra year - earning her a further 20 something thousand pounds of course - she gave me a minimum/maximum estimate and got me to spend a further immense sum and go through a lot of stress to do with an arbitration. I advised her I am uncomfortable about it, particularly that my ex chose two arbitrator candidates for me to choose from. Jennifer failed to advise me that the arbitrator was in the same chambers as my ex's barrister... Which I only found out after the hearing. I hoped that despite her lack of emotion she must know what she is doing. Right before the arbitration, she did not remember her own advice (a meeting which cost a few thousand pounds a year prior). In the end the extra year payments turned out to be a complete waste of my time and unnecessary - no one seemed aware of my situation or my children's needs and my ex husband who clearly had put incorrect calculations which were exposed still got the result he wanted. With me being told I am perfectly fine to "start over" and do not need a car even, despite being a full time carer to a wonderful child who has special needs, with my ex being financially independent and well off. Things that I told Jennifer her were omitted by her and things she put as a request - saying it is a minimum were made to look as I was unreasonable, making me look dishonest. After the poor result and tens of thousands of pounds wasted with her, was the remaining months. Where she advised me she estimates no more then 1000 pounds extra in bills for herself as she has hardly anything to do and admitting she got a very poor result. She went on for 3 months having chats with my ex's solicitors without my agreement due to which I ended up having an unexpected 1500gbp outside bill for a property solicitor (she advised me she made sure I would not need to do it as the other side is dealing with it) and finally in total she sent me two invoices totaling a 3000 extra bill - stating she will take off 500 as a good will gesture to me a final insult when I felt I really would have been better off doing the easy E forms myself and just hiring a barrister at the end. I truly advise anyone who makes such a huge decision to find someone who cares and is in your corner. Not just sends bills and does robotically paperwork... I had a very stressful 3 year experience which affected me and my children - with enough money to pay her bills and the debts mostly accumulated for her.... If anything I probably should recommend my ex's solicitors who seemed passionate.

I instructed Jennifer Granby prior to her joining Allard Bailey and luckily she was able to transfer my case file over and continue representing me at Allard Bailey.

My case in my view was complex, and went on for over 3 years. The challenges I was facing with my child's mother were extremely bizarre, intimidating and testing, and am immensely stressful mental minefield to navigate and many times I felt I could not carry on. I still look back and wonder how I did!

The answer is, no matter how much I felt it was all going to be for nothing Jennifer was constantly that pillar of support, empathetic, extremely patient, and just able to help me see the bigger picture with calm, collected and very experienced advice through out the entire journey. Jennifer really helped me to maintain sanity, patience, and maturity about everything to the point that I was determined to progress my case as far as I possible could.

It so happened that towards the end of the case things took an unexpected turn and my child's mother appeared to finally show her true colours, and did things which were quite beyond what I was always concerned she was capable of doing.

The result being that my child was then moved into my care.... one cannot put a price on that.

I truly believe if I hadn't trusted Jennifer's advice and ability to see the full picture, and lost my patience, this outcome may not have happened.

It is difficult to find the right words to describe how invaluable Jennifer's service and experience was for me. It was life changing and my daughter is in a better place because of it, so I am forever grateful.

Thank you!

I instructed Aswini Puvitharan for a Child care arrangements order and was in fantastic hands. Throughout, she listened to me, and advocated for me to the maximum, which was something I hadn’t experienced with previous solicitors over the years as a father. The case was complex in its history and Aswini was great at going through all of the available options, with possible outcomes and was upfront and realistic about the outcomes and costs. She was compassionate and understanding in her approach and I would highly recommend her.

Louise Poulton was a steadfast support during a long and painful divorce. She was empathetic, kind, patient, knowledgeable, wise and understanding. She was reliable and consistent, accessible, calming, and helped move matters (and me!) forward. I would highly recommend her.

I can highly recommend Allard Bailey, and in particular Louise Poulton. Such a professional, sympathetic and supportive manner and approach. Louise offered excellent advice and supported me through what was a difficult process - everything was clearly explained, she was happy to answer any questions I had patiently and comprehensively and to talk through the decisions I had to make along the way. I was also very pleased with the outcome.

Excellent professional experience handling LPA's for health & my business with Sangeeta. Will recommend them to friends.

I'm not one to write reviews for anything but I had to make sure to take the time to share my experience with Allard Bailey and most of all Victoria Oya who I instructed on my case. First of all, I can't thank her enough personally for picking up and taking me through the court process from our first conversation. I wouldn't wish any one to be in Family court proceedings and especially not regarding their children which is but it is so so important to get it right and have the best people representing you.

Victoria spent endless time hearing me out with patience and understanding but always with a view to get the best results for my daughter. I had a very complicated case and had contact with her stopped suddenly and dealing with that was extremely difficult but to add there were false accusations and delays that had me feeling like I would never make any progress. Victoria was able to make breakthroughs and push at the right times against what was seeming like a brick wall.

She chased and chased and went above and beyond and I'm proud to say she battled to help secure an order through constant negotiations that hopefully can make sense between me and my daughter's mother for a long time. I've been rebuilding with my daughter and it's been nothing but positive since!

I want to recommend Victoria to anyone who needs a strong representative that will put you first and just fight for you in the way that you need people to do when you are voiceless. Her ability to draw on her own personal experiences for me sets her apart also because she understands and knows how important family is so take it from me if your considering what to do in a bad situation have a conversation with her you won't regret it!

I used Allard Bailey to settle a matrimonial matter and instructed Jenny Granby. My matter could not have been handled better will full support, communications and explanations throughout the process. Highly recommended. The result was highly satisfactory and everything was handled sympathetically.

I'm very passionate about this review as this is my very first experience with lawyers.

Unfortunately for me I've had to use their services twice within 3 years.

In the beginning I had no idea what I was getting myself into, I was desperate for help and needed guidance from someone as I felt completely lost.

I went to Sabrina who seemed competent, nice, informative and helpful with information. She actually seemed like she gave a damn about parents who struggle to see their kids which I found surprising.

I would not recommend anyone to get a lawyer as the fees you will end up paying is just unbelievable. However if you're desperate and in a really bad position like I was and need help, then I highly recommend Allard Bailey Solicitors.

I spoke to so many different lawyers, hoping for some help and advice. Unfortunately they were all "harsh", unfriendly and off putting over the phone.

For 3 long years Sabrina and Luise fought for me, I always felt looked after and most importantly they always gave me a "slap on the wrist" whenever I screwed up (and boy did I screw up).

If you're looking for good lawyers with compassion and empathy then you have found the right people. I highly recommend talking to them first before going anywhere else. You will definitely not regret it and you will also see my point when talking to Sabrina.

When it comes to pricing, unfortunately I can't go into much detail here. As a normal guy with a average salary I spent a small fortune, which is why I recommend other ways to resolve conflict.

Important Tips:

1) Please do as they says at ALL times (trust me, they knows what they're doing).

2) Do NOT lie to them, they can sense it and it's not helpful.

3) Loads of experience and they do give good advise (even if nothing makes sense).

4) Do NOT send 100+ emails out of frustration like I did ($$$$).

5) Do NOT question her methods. You will see the positive results later.

In the end I can honestly say that I'm now happy.
I can finally sleep again and can continue living a peaceful life while being a father.

We thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your services.

What you do may not seem like much to you,
but it means the world to your clients.

Lots of love, happyness and good health you both.

All the best.

Clarence G.