“Karen Cole supported me through a difficult time with warmth and professionalism. She made the entire process as smooth as possible, responding quickly to communication and giving clear advice. I would highly recommend Karen to anyone I know who finds themselves in a similar situation.”
“Pippa Marshall listened and offered supportive, practical advice. She was very friendly, easy to talk to and did not pressure me to make any costly decisions during my free 30-minute consultation. I would definitely recommend Pippa and her services and will use her again if required in the future.”
“We had an excellent experience working with Michael Davies and his team on the sale of our property. They were efficient, knowledgeable, and highly diligent throughout the entire process. Communication was always prompt and clear, which made what can often be a stressful experience feel very well managed.”
“Contacted RIAA to update my will and other things. Charlotte and James provided an efficient, friendly service, and the process was dealt with quickly. Much appreciated.”
“Pippa was invaluable in her insight, knowledge, and support. Through what is a very difficult time, she gave me hope that there is something to be done. Very solutions-oriented!”
Professional, compassionate and seamless legal support
“I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Charlotte, Solicitor at RIAA Barker Gillette (UK) LLP, for the outstanding support she provided to my father during the creation of his will and the registration of his Lasting Power of Attorney.
Charlotte was professional, efficient, and highly responsive throughout the entire process. She explained everything clearly and handled each step with great care and attention, ensuring that my father felt comfortable and well-informed at all times. What could have been a complex and stressful process was made completely seamless and hassle-free thanks to her expertise.
Her attentiveness and sensitivity to my father’s needs, particularly given his disability, were truly commendable. She demonstrated genuine patience and understanding, which made a significant difference to our overall experience.
I would highly recommend Charlotte and RIAA Barker Gillette (UK) LLP to anyone seeking professional, reliable, and compassionate legal services.”
“I recently worked with Patrick Simpson on my settlement agreement. Patrick guided me through every stage with exceptional care and diligence. He kept the process moving efficiently, always updating me promptly by phone and following up in writing so I felt fully informed throughout. Patrick explained each legal standpoint in a way that was clear, intelligent, and easy to understand. His manner is both friendly and highly professional, which made a potentially stressful situation feel manageable and straightforward. I’m genuinely grateful for his support and expertise, and I would confidently recommend Patrick to anyone seeking reliable, thoughtful, and knowledgeable legal guidance.”
“I cannot recommend RIAA Barker Gillette highly enough. My solicitor supported me throughout a very challenging property litigation matter, and thanks to her expertise, dedication, and strategic approach, we achieved a successful outcome. From the very beginning, my solicitor was professional, thorough, and incredibly reassuring. She took the time to explain every stage of the process clearly, ensuring I felt informed and confident in the decisions being made. Her attention to detail and strong advocacy were evident throughout, and she handled complex issues with both skill and determination. What truly stood out was her commitment and responsiveness – she was always available to answer questions and provided honest, practical advice when I needed it most. Property litigation can be stressful, but having such an experienced solicitor on my side made all the difference. I am extremely grateful for her hard work and would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone in need of an exceptional solicitor.”
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Rahul Khanna, October 2026
Thank you – excellent service “Thank you so much to Qaiser, Vinay and Alex, who were extremely helpful throughout a long-running and complex matter. I really appreciated their clear advice and support.”
Client, October 2026
Feedback “I engaged Karen Cole at RIAA Barker Gillette to support me through a grievance process and help me navigate discussions with my employer. From the outset, Karen provided clear, pragmatic advice and took the time to explain my options,
Bryan E, September 2026
Absolutely outstanding “This firm is super professional, efficient and friendly at the same time. You could not wish for a better service. I have used them for my Will and a range of other matters over many years. I’ve found all the vario
Jan Norris, September 2026
Excellent Service “Charlotte Barbaroussis has prepared our wills, LPAs and a discretionary trust. She was professional, kind and patient throughout. A very fine person to have looking after us.”
Brian Nunan, August 2026
“I dealt with the group for many years, and no matter which solicitor I used, the results were always the same. Excellent!”