Welcome to Blacks Solicitors
We provide a wide range of legal services to commercial and private clients in Yorkshire, and across the UK, from our Head Office based in Leeds.
Our primary objective is the delivery of a first class service to all of our clients, whilst providing expert advice at realistic and competitive rates. To achieve this we take time to get to know and understand our clients, building long-term relationships to deliver the best results possible.
We are also committed to our unique ‘Four Hour Call Back Promise’, which means that our clients get the support that they need when they need it.
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Chris Allen
Managing Partner
What our clients say
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Blacks have a very good all round team that seem to work well and communicate well between departments. They are a big enough company to have highly skilled people all different areas of expertise but still keep a very personal relationship with clients. I feel that as a small family business we get the same level of service that a large corporate company would expect.
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The relationship feels to be a very personal one, they are always interested in how my company is performing, they retain a detailed knowledge of the business from previous dealings which can’t be easy to achieve across all clients. Advice given is not only legal, but also backed up with practical and pragmatic suggestions.
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It was a pleasure to work with Blacks. I worked with 3 people in the team, all at different levels and each one was professional and thorough in their work with me. I really appreciated that everything was clearly explained to me and all their checks were thorough. I have been buying and renting out houses for 25 years, using many different Solicitors and Conveyancers, Blacks come at the top!
Thank you!
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They are a compassionate team of individuals who put the client first, ensuring that they are supported and that their case is handled with the client’s goal in mind. Blacks Solicitors LLP took on my case and now I am moving forward feeling both confident and positive of some sort of an agreed outcome.
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I highly recommend Blacks to anyone. Having been involved in a lengthy 2 year employment tribunal David Ward has proven to be invaluable to me.
David’s support and advice has been second to none, working tirelessly on my case and nothing was ever too much trouble. Responding to emails and phone calls at all hours and often having to explain things to me more than once to put into layman’s terms and explaining all the technical legal jargon.
I whole heartedly appreciate the time and effort invested by David, he gave 100% all of the time and I am extremely grateful for him for doing so.
Professional, understanding, welcoming and honest.
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The partner in charge of the department, Paul Lancaster, was responsible for advising me on my divorce settlement following separation from my wife. I will not have been the highest net worth individual he has dealt with but he gave me his full personal attention at all times. He took a commercial approach throughout the process and made firm recommendations.
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My solicitor was David Ward who is a partner of the employment and commercial team of Blacks Solicitors. He took on board my case after an initial meeting with him in Leeds and his guidance and advice throughout the whole process was outstanding. His discussions with me were easy to understand and this in enabled me to progress my case with my employer. He communicated with myself and my employers and their solicitors in a timely and professional manner and was never phased by anything they threw back at him. David is an ambassador for his practice and his profession and is truly a person you can bond with and relate to from the outset.
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My solicitor was David Ward who is a partner of the employment of Blacks Solicitors. He took on board my case after an initial meeting with him in Leeds and his guidance and advice throughout the whole process was outstanding. His discussions with me were easy to understand and this in enabled me to progress my case with my employer. He communicated with myself and my employers and their solicitors in a timely and professional manner and was never phased by anything they threw back at him. David is an ambassador for his practice and his profession and is truly a person you can bond with and relate to from the outset.
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It’s not easy to go through the legal procedures but I’m extremely pleased with the services of David Ward on a disability discrimination case. I contacted David at very short notice for advice and legal representation but couldn’t explain my case clearly, had doubt if I actually had a case and was hopeless. David patiently listened to me, treated me with respect, simplified the process and stages, explained my rights, the relevant employment law to my case and gave me a realistic quote for the legal fees. I was kept updated at every stage of the process, and the matter was executed in an extremely professional manner and at pace. David actually cares about the quality of his work, getting a fair and the best outcome for his clients and knows the practice of law very well. Excellent value for money, responsive and I cannot recommend David and Black Solicitors services enough – truly exceptional.
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Luke Maidens is a well-qualified telecoms solicitor. His experience allows him to tap into the mindset of the tenant to allow him to best represent the landlord. Luke connects on a personal level with his clients, enabling him to gain their trust and protect their interests. Luke is always available to discuss legal matters, providing us with excellent advice.
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Annie Beaumont and Nick Rhodes are the main individuals I deal with and both have dealt with clients of mine. I can pick the phone up to either of them and get an answer to my questions on behalf of clients, they charge a very reasonable fee for their work and my clients like them and have full confidence in their advice.
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Euan Lawrence provided an exceptional service over a two-year period. From the off he was warm, approachable and attentive providing clear and practical support in a prompt and efficient manner. Euan clearly laid out and explained each stage to me, managing my expectations throughout and ensuring I felt fully informed when decisions had to be made. Throughout the engagement Euan remained focused on task and on point. He was conscientious, empathetic and understanding. An exceptional safe pair of hands with sound negotiating skills I felt I was represented with both integrity and professionalism.
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My experience with Blacks Solicitors LLP has been outstanding and I have found their service to be faultless – they always responded promptly and acted as an effective and sincere advocate on my behalf. I came to Blacks after getting in contact with a string of other solicitors who were nowhere near as professional and direct as the service I received here.
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Really pleased with the advice received from Chris Allen. He went out of his way to assist me in an urgent matter despite the festive period. Explained things in an easy to understand way allowing me to make a logical decision on how to proceed with my issue. Great guy, can highly recommend!
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Blacks have a very good all round team that seem to work well and communicate well between departments. They are a big enough company to have highly skilled people all different areas of expertise but still keep a very personal relationship with clients. I feel that as a small family business we get the same level of service that a large corporate company would expect.
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A special mention to Alex Hall who went above and beyond in her assistance to get our deal over the line. In what ended up being very difficult protracted negotiations, Alex made herself available to us throughout and worked evenings and I am sure some weekends to assist us. She is a very valuable asset to the business, and we cannot speak highly enough of her calm and friendly outgoing nature.
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Euan Lawrence provided an exceptional service over a two-year period. From the off he was warm, approachable and attentive providing clear and practical support in a prompt and efficient manner. Euan clearly laid out and explained each stage to me, managing my expectations throughout and ensuring I felt fully informed when decisions had to be made. Throughout the engagement Euan remained focused on task and on point. He was conscientious, empathetic and understanding. An exceptional safe pair of hands with sound negotiating skills I felt I was represented with both integrity and professionalism.
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I really can’t speak highly enough of Ann Robinson and her secretary at Blacks from the first initial call right through my lengthy divorce process. Ann has always made me feel very much at ease in what was a very anxious and stressful 12 months or so for me as an individual and as a father. Ann is very level headed even when things were extremely tough for me she was so calm in her approach and explained everything so precisely. Again as an individual Ann’s knowledge of family law and client relations is second to none. Ann’s ability to listen and advise is of the highest standard.
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The family law team are amazing and cannot thank them enough for helping me. When it comes to fees Blacks are both competitive and realistic, they understand that clients are from different financial backgrounds, so provide a range of supportive options to help while keeping costs to a minimum, there is no pressure applied to made payments and they always ensure both constructive and understanding discussions happen well in advance.
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Blacks is very focused on your personal situation. They aim to provide the best possible service regardless of your background or problem. The advice is of high quality and any complex legal issues are considered with precision and accuracy. The team is also effective in its communication in that information on the different steps in the procedure is provided and consequences of any choices is clearly explained and mutually agreed.
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Paula Moses was impeccable in regards to working on my case, she always met timelines and did everything she said she would whilst working with me. She always kept me updated and informed me on the next step we needed to accomplish. She managed to resolve my dispute when multiple solicitors before could not. There has not been a single quality in Paula I could fault as she has simply been the best. She is honestly amazing at her job and goes out of her way to complete her task. She is very reliable, patient and compassionate with her clients and does her absolute most to resolve any issues you are having within your case.
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Ann Robinson has been remarkable in understanding the difficult position in which I found myself with cases in a number of jurisdictions. She established a way out of this in the most efficient and professional manner using all the resources we had at our disosable. Her empathy and listening skills also distinguish her from others.
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Blacks Solicitors helped me purchase my first buy to let property. Even though it was a very busy time for the property market, I received consistently thorough information and regular updates, and they made sure everything was clearly explained.
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Josie Kirk was really understanding and supportive of my case. What really stood out for me was that Josie understood what I was trying to achieve. The real determination and hard work by Josie and the senior partner team was, I felt, above and beyond. Finally – a law firm that made me feel I was being listened to. I would recommend Blacks to all my friends and family without hesitation.
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Found my solicitor Paul Lancaster very easy to talk to he was very up front and honest with me regarding my divorce.
Was a little nervous at first but Paul soon put my mind at ease.
Was kept informed of the progress of my divorce.
Staff were all very professional and made you feel welcome.
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Aimee Hutchinson is without doubt one of the most tenacious, professional but personable solicitors I have dealt with. She can be very tough when needed, almost without the other side realising, but always maintains respectful cordial relations to get the deal over the line. A very rare commodity in someone so young.
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I found them highly efficient and easy to deal with and their employment team met with me and within days of me calling them. All the staff that I met were friendly and easy going and that made it a lot easier for me to open up about my concerns and discuss them frankly and openly. The advice they gave was first class.
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The team’s strengths are a combination of the knowledge of everyone working in the team together with their personalities and approach to the work. They show a genuine interest in the matter to hand and are able to connect the legal position with the realities of business life. Pragmatic solutions are sought, rather than black and white legal arguments.
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Annie Beaumont combined a clear competence in her approach – which swiftly built a confidence in myself – with an exceptional empathy with and understanding of the complex and sensitive issues that had to be resolved. Annie Beaumont recognised my unusual position in the case and remained totally professional and inclusive which enabled me to manage the expectations of the others involved.
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Aimee Hutchinson has a calm and engaging self-assurance, befitting her role as partner, whilst also being extremely personable, no doubt with excellent client management skills. She can be robust and assertive where necessary but is also realistic in her approach and does not lose sight of the wood for the trees. Chloe Grainger is an excellent associate for many of the same reasons. She works very well with Aimee, is extremely well-organised, but also very articulate and a very good technical lawyer.
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Awards and recognition
We are extremely proud to have won Law Firm of the Year: Medium at the Yorkshire Legal Awards in 2018 and to have been recognised as a Leading Firm by The Legal 500 UK 2022.
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