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A heritage rooted in tradition, a future driven by expertise.

Godwins has been a trusted legal advisor to individuals and businesses in Winchester and beyond for over 200 years. Our unwavering commitment to honesty, integrity, and personal service has enabled us to build lasting relationships with our clients.

Expert legal guidance for your every need.

Our team of highly skilled lawyers are dedicated to providing comprehensive legal expertise across a wide range of practice areas, including:

For you: Guiding you through life events with sensitivity and professionalism, handling matters related to wills, trusts, family law, property, and more.
For your business: Protecting your commercial interests with tenacity, efficiency, and extensive experience in areas such as contracts, intellectual property, and dispute resolution.

A bespoke approach to every client.

We believe that every client is unique, and therefore tailor our approach to meet your specific needs. We take the time to understand your individual circumstances, goals, and aspirations before formulating a strategy tailored specifically to you.

Our people: the driving force behind our success.

Our team comprises talented lawyers who have previously worked in prestigious London and regional law firms. This wealth of experience and diverse expertise ensures that you receive the highest quality legal guidance from professionals who understand your local market and your individual needs.

Get in touch today and discover the Godwins difference.

If you require reliable, personalized legal support, look no further than Godwins. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and discuss your case with a skilled lawyer.

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Positive: Godwins received praise for their professionalism, expertise, and attention to detail, particularly in the areas of commercial leases and property sales and purchases.

Negative: Some clients reported issues with costs, communication, and the speed and quality of Godwins' service, leading to frustration and disappointment.

General Impressions

The reviews provide a mixed picture of Godwins' services, with some clients expressing high satisfaction and others reporting disappointing experiences.

Strengths

Professionalism and Expertise

Some clients praised Godwins for their professional and thorough service, highlighting the value of their legal insight and attention to detail. Verity and Rupert were specifically mentioned as being helpful and professional.

Commercial Leases

Godwins received positive feedback for their handling of commercial leases, with one client stating that they had been "spot on" in their assistance.

Sale and Purchase of Properties

Several clients reported smooth and stress-free experiences when working with Godwins on the sale and purchase of properties.

Weaknesses

Costs and Communication

Some clients expressed frustration with Godwins' cost guidance, feeling that initial estimates were far off from the final costs. Others reported slow responses to emails and a lack of detail, leading to additional fees and inconvenience.

Slow and Antiquated Service

A few clients described Godwins' service as slow and antiquated, with mistakes made and delays encountered during the process.

Unwillingness to Provide Services

One potential client was turned down for a simple ID witnessing service, which they were able to easily obtain from another local solicitor.