Established in Bodmin, Cornwall during 1983 we have over the years built an experienced team of lawyers whose expertise covers many legal problems. We aim to provide a quality service to our clients in prestigious surroundings while maintaining a friendly high street presence. Free advice is offered by appointment.
All our departments are covered by our dedicated team of professionals. Employment disputes are growing in importance and two fee earners specialise in this area. Family and Commercial Mediation is actively encouraged and supported. After graduating from Cambridge University in 1971 and qualifying as a solicitor in 1975 I was attached to a leading law firm in Birmingham.
All our departments are covered by our dedicated team of professionals. Employment disputes are growing in importance and two fee earners specialise in this area. Family and Commercial Mediation is actively encouraged and supported. After graduating from Cambridge University in 1971 and qualifying as a solicitor in 1975 I was attached to a leading law firm in Birmingham.
Services
Established in 1983, we have built a dedicated team of solicitors whose expertise covers many areas of law. As a firm, we are committed to providing a service to our clients throughout Cornwall and Devon. Whilst the practice has grown steadily, we have maintained a friendly, "High Street" image, giving our clients the value-for-money service they deserve and remaining competitive with colleagues throughout the region.
Click a section title on the right for further information on any of the areas of law that we cover. In civil cases including personal injury cases an initial assessment of your case for 50.00 plus VAT which will be refunded if we are formally instructed to proceed further within 28 days. Evidence of Income and Savings, supported by documentation where possible (and your partner's if applicable).
Reviews (7)
Toby Fairclough
Nov 26, 2021
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Extremely disappointed with chris Nicholls. He should have been hounest from the start he didn't want to take on my case for drink driving from the start and I could have found a professional solicitor who genuinely wanted to help me , even though I had legal aid and he wasn't getting his full hourly salary I was treated with no respect the communication was zero he was rude abrupt and only 10 minutes to discuss things in court before the hearing and not the promised 45 minutes! I felt he was just brushing me off and a I was a hindrance to him .
And a lot of important factors he didn't mention
And a lot of important factors he didn't mention
Lesley Andrew
Sep 06, 2021
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Not impressed ... used for a property sale. Quite straight-forward, no chain and cash buyers. Nothing heard for weeks, then suddenly, rush-rush, need forms signed today as want to complete asap. Emails not acknowledged, final account to buyers calculated incorrectly and sent to them BEFORE we had a chance to check, so needed to go back and amend the following day - luckily they accepted otherwise we would have been out of pocket. Very terse and abrupt on the phone - did you not like us telling that YOU got it wrong ... was more keen to stress he was due to retire than completing our sale correctly
Abi Hayward
Aug 26, 2021
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If you are looking for a conveyancing solicitor, I would advice you look elsewhere. Royaly messed up our SDLT and now we are being chased by HMRC for a penalty that wouldn't of occurred if it was sorted correctly in the first place.
Poor response to queries, lack of consistency between staff with advice given, as well as making some particularly obvious mistakes that should of been noted by the firm, it shouldn't be down to the client to note there are errors and to chase things with a lack of care from the solicitors themselves.
I would go elsewhere.
Poor response to queries, lack of consistency between staff with advice given, as well as making some particularly obvious mistakes that should of been noted by the firm, it shouldn't be down to the client to note there are errors and to chase things with a lack of care from the solicitors themselves.
I would go elsewhere.
Peter Wootton
Jun 16, 2021
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Lucy Howard
Jan 14, 2021
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My Curious Cornwall
Sep 22, 2020
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I went to solicitor Chris Nicholls regarding a matter in November 2020. On the phone I was put directly through to him, I had two further appointments at his lovely offices in Fore Street Bodmin during which my wishes and instructions were established and these were carried through with absolute discretion and with best intention. He also showed understanding and support in order for this to happen and a satisfactory result could be achieved, for which I am very grateful.
Douglas Hughes
Jul 16, 2020
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Nobody ever wants to use a solicitor.
It is one of those services that you find yourself needing during times of misfortune, unfortunate circumstances or just plain old bad luck.
If you should ever find yourself in such a situation, I can’t recommend Chris more highly. His expertise and professionalism are beyond reproach and you will feel confident in his ability to reach the best conclusion possible for you.
It is one of those services that you find yourself needing during times of misfortune, unfortunate circumstances or just plain old bad luck.
If you should ever find yourself in such a situation, I can’t recommend Chris more highly. His expertise and professionalism are beyond reproach and you will feel confident in his ability to reach the best conclusion possible for you.
