Prettys Solicitors LLP
Client SatisfactionPrettys Solicitors LLP in Ipswich is known for 'a diverse range of expertise with a willingness to go the extra mile for clients'. 'First-class' practice head Rebecca Cleal is a hit with clients and 'demonstrates exceptional professionalism, communication skills and extensive knowledge'. Senior associate Paul Munnings is also praised for his advice to residential developers. Together, they advised Soka Enterprises Limited on a £4.5m development finance facility for a residential scheme in Essex.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- 'The team at Prettys are extremely professional and very friendly to deal with. They are knowledgeable and I feel that they advise us in an efficient manner.'
- 'Paul Munnings at Prettys is my main contact - he is a great guy and talks to me in a way that I understand.'
- 'I have worked with Prettys on several transactions in recent years and I have no issues in recommending them. The team is very knowledgeable and offer a diverse range of expertise with a willingness to go the extra mile for their clients.'
- 'All the individuals I have worked with recently at Prettys are excellent. However, I have to give a special mention to Rebecca Cleal. Rebecca is a highly regarded solicitor who consistently demonstrates exceptional professionalism, communication skills and extensive knowledge in her field. Beyond these fundamentals, Rebecca is always very willing to collaborate and find suitable outcomes for our mutual clients, particularly in challenging transactions, which I believe sets her apart. Her approachable demeanour and proactive approach mean I have no difficulty in recommending Prettys to our clients.'
- 'The team is consistently high-quality. They treat my company like an extension of their firm in the way they seek to protect my interests. They are very skilled, very flexible, very positive, professional and polite. They are the best legal firm I have ever used.'
- 'Rebecca Cleal is excellent at keeping us up to date on property matters and progress on transactions collating a regular update on progress as leases move towards completion. Potential issues are identified and carved out of the leases where appropriate.'
- 'We have used Prettys for 30 years and they have always delivered a professional and seamless service. Nothing seems to be too much trouble.'
- 'Rebecca Cleal - first-class. In fact, everyone we have dealt with at Prettys has been excellent.'
Key clients
- Locum Vet Staff Ltd
- Practice Plus Group (Urgent Care) Ltd
- Terson Willow Tree Investments Ltd
- Maritime Transport Ltd
- Mirage Cosmetics
- Salboy
- SEH Group
- Michael Howard Homes
- Truro Property Developments
- Soka Enterprises
Work highlights
- Advising SEH Developments Ltd on the site assembly of a multi-parcel residential development site in Suffolk which included advice in relation to and rectification of multiple title defects.
- Advising Michael Howard Homes in relation to a prime mixed use site with potential for redevelopment. Simultaneously instructed in relation to a back to back sale with Aldi Supermarkets to act as an anchor occupier of the site which also provided for the site infrastructure works to be completed.
- Advising Maritime Transport Limited on the acquisition of freehold land in Essex, the acquisition being of significant strategic importance allowing them to cement their position in the South East.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Rebecca Cleal