Wollens

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

• ‘Wollens are a Devon & Somerset Law Firm of the Year with clients throughout the UK and not just a local but national and international perspective dealing with properties and Estates worth not only hundreds of thousands but hundreds of millions of pounds in jurisdictions throughout Europe. Its Contentious Trusts and Probate Team has a unique insight into the many varied and diverse aspects of dispute resolution including contentious probate and inheritance claims, lifetime gifts, capacity and approval, undue influence, Executor & PR administration, proprietary estoppel, Tolata and common intention trusts. ’

• ‘Craig Smith, the Team Leader, deserves special praise and recommendation. He is a highly focused and skilled solicitor expert in the field of dispute resolution. He is highly sensitive to his clients’ needs and dedicated to finding solutions. ’

• ‘A firm who delivers excellence in the field of Contentious Trusts and Probate not least through the excellence of Craig Smith.’

• ‘Craig Smith - An excellent lawyer. He knows his cases inside out, is excellent with clients and delivers the results. ’

• ‘Wollens have provided a Client care approach that encompasses a method and mode of communication to suit all needs and styles. I have never known a firm of solicitors to offer so much different communication styles as standard with such a desire to adapt to their Client's needs such as Wollens. From video calls to email - the grasp of technology that they employ at their disposal is trendsetting to say the least.

• Billing is also an area where they lead the way. Contentious trusts and probate is an area where, for the Client, it can become very expensive, very quickly. Wollens have been very accommodating in allowing a delayed fee agreement, although, I note the percentage for doing so is above the average on competition.’

• ‘Craig Smith truly is a stand alone in his field. His approach towards those in opposition is forthright and robust, however, his Client care is calming and sensitive. His style is one of compassion and kindness with logic and realistic advice running alongside it. In essence, the Client can put total trust in Mr Smith that their best interests are going to be looked after, even if they cannot see a way forward for emotions, as such comes with contentious probate matters.

• Mr Smith is exceptional at keeping his Client’s informed and seeking to reassure them on every matter — on question is too small or too large to trouble, Craig Smith.