Howells Solicitors Reviews 

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.5

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Considering 146 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently praise the staff for being polite, professional, and always available to answer questions during property purchases. People note that the team provides clear explanations, offering dedicated support and keeping clients fully informed throughout the entire process. Buyers and sellers value the efficient handling of transactions, noting that helpful responses make stressful situations much easier. Some reviewers were not happy with severe communication delays and files being passed between multiple solicitors without proper continuity. Consumers also mentioned feeling left without timely responses on crucial completion days and experiencing unnecessarily prolonged processes.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Katy from Howells was fantastic during the purchase of our home. She was very efficient and even the estate agents commented on how prompt Katy would respond to their emails. All of the staff from How... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Leah Moore, Isabella Coupland, Melanie Jones and the Howells team have been fantastic over several property transactions. One relatively straight forward, but two tricky transactions where we were wel... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We recently used Howells for the sale of our house and purchase of our new home. To say the transaction became complicated would be an understatement! We had issues higher up the chain, c... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I sold my house recently and used Howells solicitors at the reccomendation of Peter Alan, and they have been fantastic from start to finish. Georgie was in charge of everything for me, and she... See more


Company details

  1. Legal Services
  2. Conveyancer
  3. Employment Attorney
  4. Estate Planning Attorney
  5. Family Law Attorney
  6. Personal Injury Attorney

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Howells Solicitors combines the strength, depth and expertise of a full-service law firm with a genuinely personal approach. This balance enables us to deliver clear, practical legal advice that puts our clients first. From our head office in Cardiff city centre, supported by three additional offices along the M4 corridor, we provide trusted local legal advice across the UK. We maintain market-leading standards by recruiting and retaining exceptional legal professionals. Our focus is on delivering personal, expert and cost-effective advice across a comprehensive range of business and personal legal services.


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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Hayley Made Probate Simple and Stress-Free

My brother and I had been struggling to make progress with our mother’s probate when I reached out to Hayley Rees-Jones at Howells Solicitors. She had impressed us previously with her professionalism, and once again, she exceeded expectations.

Hayley guided us through the process with clarity and care, keeping us informed and up to date at every stage. She was consistently responsive, patient, polite, and efficient - making what had felt like a daunting task far more straightforward.

We’re really grateful for Hayley’s help and wouldn’t think twice about recommending her to anyone needing clear, professional, and friendly support.

September 10, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service from start to finish

A big thank you to both Ikram and Jess at the Walton On Thames office, who were very kind, helpful and professional at all times guiding us through the preparation of our Wills. Thank you again.
Would have no hesitation in recommending Howell Jones.

August 14, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent conveyancing work

Excellent conveyancing work by Sally and Elis who were always on the ball and quick to respond to any queries when we purchased our house recently. Sally provided excellent advice when we had a few issues with the seller. I can't recommend them enough. A credit to Howells!

September 5, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My experienced in Howells Solicitors…

My experienced in Howells Solicitors was absolutely amazing. They helped us to reach our wonderful new home. Easy to approach the team and they have a very nice staff. Thank you guys words is not enough how happy we are right now. Again thank you very much.

September 2, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

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I’d like to thank Sara Miles and the team at Howells Solicitors for their excellent support throughout my house purchase. They were professional, clear, and responsive at every stage, making the process smooth even when uncertainties arose. I’m very grateful for their hard work and guidance, and I’d happily recommend them to anyone buying a home.

August 21, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The team at Howells guided us through…

The team at Howells guided us through the house buying process, gave us confidence and kept us up to date every step of the way.

August 12, 2025
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Reply from Howells Solicitors

Dear David, thank you for your review of the team and congratulations on the new house purchase.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very reassuring

I used Howells solicitors to help sell my home, they where very efficient and and professional but also very resuring as I was going through a difficult time in my personal life.

They helped me understand the process and made me feel at ease.

Thank you especially Chantelle who had to deal with my constant phone calls lol thank you again.

August 11, 2025
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Reply from Howells Solicitors

Thank you so much for your kind review, We are delighted the team could support you with your sale.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

They were very kind to guide us through…

They were very kind to guide us through the process as first bayers. Sara herself followed and completed the process when there were delays in the procedure.

August 1, 2025
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Reply from Howells Solicitors

Thank you for your review, we will pass your words to Sara and the team. Congratulations on your first home.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

My wife and I are first time buyers and…

My wife and I are first time buyers and this is our first experience of dealing with a solicitor for conveyancing. We had been recommended Cardiff Howells by a loved one.

While a draft contract has been retrieved by our Solicitor in very good time, other activities such as ID checks have not yet been processed. More importantly, I do not feel that we have been kept appropriately up to date over the past 4 weeks on activity or lack there of, although I appreciate that providing such updates might reduce available time for staff to get on with the 'doing'.

We have found that staff at Howells have poor communication skills with our solicitor twice referring to activity related to our case being on the "back burner". This wording suggests a lack of importance attached to our custom and is inappropriate. Additionally, calls with support staff have been disappointing - they have came across as inconsiderate and it feels like we are a bother to them. I asked about an initial sale fee (£300) payable immediately as referenced in the Client Care Letter but was bluntly told that no payments would be asked for - again making me feel silly for not understanding a process I haven't been involved with previously.

Lastly, I asked about how we could contact the Partner ultimately responsible for this case and was told I could only do this via our solicitors office.

I will happily update as the conveyancing process continues and hopefully our rating will improve. This should be a really straightforward case.

July 31, 2025
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Reply from Howells Solicitors

Dear Mr Cooperford
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience to date with Howells. I am reviewing your matter and will contact you directly to discuss how the team can rectify your concerns.

Kind regards
Natalie

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Conveyancing Services

Used Howells Solicitors when i sold my house. Leyla did an excellent job in sorting out thing for me as the seller. Easy to communicate with and quick responses. Would recommend.

July 31, 2025
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Reply from Howells Solicitors

Thank you for your review, We are happy to hear you had an efficient service with Howells.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Cardiff office very lacklustre

Cardiff office very lacklustre. Slow to communicate (if at all). When we enquired about documents sent, denied having received them, although they were sent signed for, then after us investigating and sending them a copy of the signed for receipt, they mysteriously appeared in the file.
Failed to inform us of the completion. Failed to transfer the money on the day of Completion (a Friday, so not until the Monday). Used their complaint procedure and although we had an acknowledgement of the complaint (just within 7 days), have not heard anything since, (40 working days later). We are still waiting for a final invoice as the one we have was issued before completion and has “Draft” written across it.
Generally a very poor performance and would not recommend them.

Edit;
Received an apology and acknowledgement that our experience fell short of what was expected and an explanation of why this happened.

July 24, 2025
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Reply from Howells Solicitors

Thank you for bringing these concerns to our attention.
So that I can investigate your matter further, please can you email us directly at info@howellslegal.com.

Kind regards
Natalie

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

First time buyer - very well taken care of!

I've heard horror stories from friend's about dealing with bad solicitors, and with this being my first house purchase, I was worried I'd be taken for a ride, but Sadie and her team have been nothing short of impeccable!
I will be recommending her services for the rest of my life to friends and family, they were brilliant and speedy in almost all parts of the process. They were also kind throughout it, which put my confused-and-new-to-the-process mind at rest after complications arose on the seller's side and a few fall throughs!

I remember at multiple times during the process feeling I was in safe hands. I love my new house thank you team for making it happen!

Ask for Sadie's team if you can!

July 22, 2024
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Reply from Howells Solicitors

Thank you for your review. We are so pleased to hear Sadie's team supported you throughout the transaction and thank you for recommending Howells to your friends and family. Enjoy your first home.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy sale and informative solicitors

The sale of my property was quite straightforward but it was done swiftly and I was kept informed at every step.
If I ever needed to sell another property i wouldn't hesitate to use them again.

July 16, 2025
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Reply from Howells Solicitors

Thank you for your review Michele. We are pleased to hear the process went swiftly and look forward to acting for you again in the future.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Howells have just confirmed completion…

Howells have just confirmed completion on my mothers house and we couldn't be more delighted. Its been a tediously long process through no fault of theirs and we're very grateful for their patience, persistence and professionalism in getting this over the line. We wouldn't hesitate in recommending them to anyone for their conveyancing. Thank you to Rhian, Erica and all their team.

July 15, 2025
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Reply from Howells Solicitors

Thank you for your review and patience throughout this transactions. We are pleased to hear Rhian and the team have been on hand to support you during this process.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A great company to move house with. …

Kristy’s Team at Howells Solicitors were always courteous, patient and professional. Thank you.

July 13, 2025
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Reply from Howells Solicitors

Thank you for your review, we are delighted Kirsty's team were able to support you throughout your transaction.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We would like to thank Howells for the…

We would like to thank Howells for the great service we received whilst purchasing our first home. We would specifically like to thank Racheal Watkins from Liz Halfords team and the work she did. Always answer questions and explain everything very quickly.We definitely will use them again .also very reasonable price .

July 3, 2025
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Reply from Howells Solicitors

Thank you for your review. Delighted to hear Liz's team provided you with some great service. Enjoy your new home.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service and helpful solicitors

We would like to thank Howells for the great service we received whilst purchasing our first home. We would specifically like to thank Ellie Gower and the work she did. She was always ready to answer any questions we had and kept us updated with any changes. We would recommend both Howells and Ellie to others going through the process.

June 27, 2025
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Reply from Howells Solicitors

Thank you for your review, we are delighted to hear Ellie's team provided you with a great service. Enjoy your new home.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

I recently used Howells Solicitors for my house move, and I couldn't be happier with the service I received. From the outset, Rhian’s team was efficient, professional, and incredibly supportive throughout the entire process.

A special mention must go to Erica, who truly went above and beyond. She was always polite, calm, and well informed, making sure I felt supported every step of the way. Nothing was ever too much trouble for her — she consistently responded to my questions promptly and clearly, making what can often be a stressful time feel smooth and manageable.

The whole experience felt personal and professional, and I always felt like I was in safe hands. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Howells Solicitors to anyone looking for a reliable, responsive, and caring conveyancing team.

Thank you again to Rhian, Erica, and everyone involved

June 13, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good service and competitive price

Howells were competitively priced and very efficient. Antonia was very helpful, particularly when I was getting stressed towwards the end of the process, she did well at keeping me calm and fully informed. I'd recomment Howells.

June 27, 2025
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Reply from Howells Solicitors

Thank you for your review. We will pass your kind words to Antonia and are delighted she was able to keep you at ease during the process.

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