Richard Horwood spearheads the private client practice at Longmores Solicitors LLP which focuses on all aspects of wills, tax planning and administration of estates. Horwood is praised for his ‘ability to think outside of the box’ and lends his expertise to a broad range of complex and sensitive private client matters. Alastair Peter John Liddiard is a key name for the administration of trusts and estates.

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  • 'It has been a pleasure working as an Executor with Longmores team who have proved to be attentive, helpful and knowledgeable. The estate has proved to be challenging due to there being no living relatives and rather random paperwork but they have taken on the challenge, been friendly and supportive, helped find additional outside professionals to dealing with the house and chattels and at all times kept me as the sole executor fully informed. I would not hesitate tor recommend them to others or use them again.’

  • ‘This practice was recommended to us as we needed new wills and Power of Attorney agreements. We found the solicitor Charles Fraser very helpful and efficient. Unlike the firm we used previously Mr Fraser did not 'lead' or hurry us but good documentation was provided and any queries were clearly answered and the implications explained.’

  • ‘Longmores have been established for a long time. They have a fantastic reputation of being the "go-to Solicitors" in Hertford. They consistently "go the extra mile" for their clients. They work with great professionalism and integrity. When clients require advice from a couple of departments for more complex situations, this is a seamless process. I have passed a number of clients to Longmores in my role as an Independent Financial Adviser, they have all been very happy with the service/advice they have received. ’

  • ‘My dealings have mostly been with Alastair Liddiard. He is extremely knowledgeable and professional. He is very patient, especially when dealing with vulnerable or elderly clients. He explains complex matters very well, so they are understood. He will go out of his way to ensure a professional job is undertaken. I'm also very grateful that Alastair is always accessible and in my role as an Independent Financial Adviser, Alastair often answers a variety of queries. This helps me in my job a great deal. ’

  • ‘The overall professionalism and personal service provided by Longmores is what would make me recommend them to anyone. ’

  • ‘Richard Horwood went over and above when assisting my dying mother. He was professional at all times, but the right balance of helpful and personable , while being clear and concise with the advice he was giving. ’

  • ‘What makes it stand out to me is its very friendly ,warm place to be . I have been using Longmores for over 30 years for Trusts , leases , advice ,option agreements, wills and cant fault the whole team and the way they conduct themselves .’

  • ‘Richard Horwood stands out to me, his advice and knowledge is outstanding. I have used other law firms and Richard,to me, is the best of the best.’

Lawyers

Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Richard Horwood

Other key lawyers

Alastair Peter John Liddiard, Bernard Flanagan, Charles Fraser