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Hayes & Storr At Hayes + Storr we pride ourselves on providing a professional and tailored service to all our clients. From our five offices across Norfolk, our expert teams advise both individuals and businesses across the county and nationwide. We are a trusted local law firm with a proven reputation, providing specialist and everyday legal services for all stages of life.

We have successfully maintained our reputation as one of Norfolk's leading independent legal firms by investing in our lawyers. Our legal experts have a proven track record of successfully representing our clients' private and commercial interests.
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At Hayes + Storr we understand the importance of getting to know our clients and understanding all their requirements. We understand that for some, the prospect of seeking legal guidance and advice can be a daunting one. Our aim is to provide clear and straightforward advice no matter what the circumstances, whilst ensuring the needs of our clients are put first.
We have successfully maintained our reputation as one of Norfolk's leading independent legal firms by investing in our lawyers. Our legal experts have a proven track record of successfully representing our clients' private and commercial interests. Adam joined Hayes + Storr in 2005 as the Finance Manager to lead the Accounts Team and became an equity partner in 2012 and then Finance Director in 2014.
We know Daniel Jones Senior started the legal practice in 1730, but just where in Fakenham he had his office we are not sure. However, we do know that the present building was registered as a Law Office in 1775 when Daniel's son (who was also a Solicitor) purchased the building. Daniel Jones the younger formed a partnership with George Cook Watson who, upon the death of Daniel Jones the younger in 1820, purchased the property from his estate.
Hayes + Storr Solicitors and Notaries is a trading name of Hayes + Storr Limited, a company registered in England and Wales Number 7927761. We are authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. In accordance with our regulatory requirements we have in place compulsory professional indemnity insurance.
Reviews (54)
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Jean Newbury
Dec 07, 2024
Debbie Pearce dealt with our conveyancing etc for our recent move and I have nothing but praise for Debbie - she went way above and beyond her remit when I was going through a particularly bad time, checking I was ok, reassuring me that she was always there if I needed her (she was) and this was all outside of the conveyancing work. I dont know how I would have got through those months without Debbie, and indeed her colleague from Sheringham, and would have no hesitation whatsoever in recommending her and her colleagues.

Today I have indeed done just that, one of the residents at our new retirement home asked if I could recommend a solicitor and Debbie was the obvious choice, Thanks a million Debbie I will never forget you and will be in touch in the New Year
Emily
Nov 17, 2024
Kieron was very professional, kind and knowledgeable. Reasonable prices for a will with peace of mind they know what they are doing! Great service thank you
Georgie Lee
Nov 13, 2024
Excellent experience. Lots of clear advice and professional help. I used another solicitor for the same issue and it was like night and day difference in quality! Recommended.
Jessica Sadler
Nov 06, 2024
We used Hayes + Storr for the purchase of our first home and can't praise Sarah Lazzari-bailey enough for her professionalism and hard work. Always fast to reply to our queries and questions and turned around all the work required promptly and thoroughly.
Hayley Keyte
Oct 08, 2024
Kieran was very helpful and knowledgeable making writing our wills a straightforward experience. Everything was explained clearly and thoroughly. Would highly recommend Kieran.
Andrew Moore
Oct 03, 2024
I could not fault Hayes + Storr at all for the service provided during the writing of my recent will, Yasmin was brilliant and provided great customer service, I would highly recommend Hayes + Storr to anyone needing a solicitor
Polly Pierce
Oct 02, 2024
I saw K ATHOW today to sign the final copy of my will. The service i received was excellent, and i would recommend Hayes + storr solicitors to anyone who asks.
Sue Kimbley
Sep 30, 2024
When I decided to update my will and sort out my lasting power of attorney I went to the trusted solicitors of Hayes and Storr. Whilst finding out the legal details of the will making procedure I was happy to ask about LPA's and was reassured about the whole process. All the staff were helpful, friendly and efficient. Thank you Kieran.
Oliver Barnett
Sep 24, 2024
We are so grateful to Hayes & Storr, not only for guiding us through what proved to be a complex and long-winded conveyancing process, but also for their professionalism and responsiveness when their counterparts were consistently failing to demonstrate the same qualities. Thank you!
David G.
Sep 22, 2024
Our house purchase was arranged by Debbie Pearce of Hayes and Storr and all I can say is how grateful I am for her efficient and diligent work. Questions were answered promptly and issues explained clearly, and she ensured a boundary issue was appropriately resolved with the seller and their solicitor. We felt supported throughout the process. Debbie has also been supporting us through a house sale, and again has provided exemplary support. Providing us with the information we need to make informed decisions in the process, and ensuring we have been able to fulfil our responsibilities as the selling party. We're very thankful for the support and work done to such a high standard.
Mark Linehan
May 23, 2024
The firm managed the administration of my late aunt's estate, which wasn't particularly straightforward. Everything was handled promptly and with clarity, making what could have been a difficult process stress-free. Kieran, who dealt with the estate on behalf of the firm, was very helpful and professional.
Steve Clarke
May 08, 2024
Hayes + Storr provided an excellent, efficient service and Gerald Bloye in particular showed great understanding and professional expertise when dealing with our issues.
Steven M.
Apr 29, 2024
Very efficient, professional & courteous service from James Eden at Hayes + Store. He walked me through the contract, answering my questions clearly. Happy to recommend.
Tony Baker
Apr 01, 2024
We would like to thank Susanna and her team for the professional way she approached our very difficult situation. It was her personal approach that made us feel all was not lost in our most vulnerable time. I have recommended Hayes and Storr to all my friends and family.
Phil Lines
Mar 25, 2024
Friendly, efficient, easy to contact, and attentive to my requirements.
Birgit Lenton
Mar 18, 2024
Great advice and service from Yasmin Knock. Really clear, helpful and saved us money. Would highly recommend her. Thank you, Yasmin.
Sue Bircham
Feb 26, 2024
My husband and I visited your Fakenham branch recently to make our first wills. Your lovely ladies on reception were so welcoming and efficient, it put us completely at our ease. The solicitor looking after us was Mr Kieran Athow and we really cannot praise him enough. He was friendly, extremely knowledgeable and exceptionally thorough. He explained the legal jargon to us in such a way that we were confident that we understood it all. We will, most definitely, use this branch for any future business and would not hesitate to recommend them wholeheartedly to friends. Thank you Hayes and Storr Fakenham.
Sue Bayliss
Feb 25, 2024
Debbie has been wonderful. Dedicated and efficient, and always pleasant to talk to. I couldn't praise her enough. She has been a rock, sometimes amid stormy seas! And she has gone a few extra miles. Thank you, Debbie. So glad you were our solicitor.
Peter Buchanan
Feb 24, 2024
An absolute first-rate service from Debbie Pearce at Hayes and Storrs Fakenham office. Our house sale was a little unusual as we were selling from abroad. That meant of course, we were unable to just visit the office so questions and problems had to be communicated by telephone and email. All our issues were dealt with quickly and the advice was excellent.

You might be tempted to think an online conveyance company is a better option because its cheaper, but we went with Debbie and so glad we did. When the problems came, (as they will in any house sale!), we really appreciated the ability to talk to Debbie and get a very rapid response or solution. Many, many thanks to Debbie Pearce, Wendy and the Hayes & Storr team. Highly Recommended.
Nigel Barnard
Feb 17, 2024
Long standing family solicitor and always happy with service, however on our recent home purchase they went above and beyond to make a daunting experience as easy as ABC, holding our hands throughout the whole process and delivering fast and efficient legal service. Thanks you Nic and Debbie
Vivienne Ruskin
Jan 24, 2024
Greatly satisfied with the service from Hayes and Storr. Nothing was too much trouble for Yasmin. She was very helpful and cheery and explained everything to us. Communication was good and we are very grateful to her for her help
Luke Sterne
Jan 21, 2024
Sarah Lazzari-Bailey assisted my wife and I through our recent house purchase and we honestly cannot be more happy with the service Sarah has provided throughout! We have used Sarah before and each time she commits 100% to ensuring all questions are answered and forwarded to the relevant parties quickly, providing an excellent service all round. Sarah is always happy to arrange calls with you should you need them and will explain everything in such a clear and precise manner. 100% recommend. All the best Sarah, Luke & Freyja Sterne.
Clive Kirby
Jan 01, 2024
We found the Solicitor sesitive and understanding to our needs and helped us make the right decisions an absolutely first class service we couldnt be more pleased i would thoroughly recommend this firm.
Jeffrey Gold
Dec 18, 2023
Whilst we have used Hayes + Storr over many years for both family and commercial matters, we have watched them grow from a modest office to a substantially-resourced and highly-professional team. Our recent experience has been in preparing Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney. We had wondered about completing these by ourselves using simple-seeming online forms, and thank goodness we didn't.

These can often be, and in our case definitely proved to be, more complex once we got into the weeds, and would have proved entirely inadequate, probably;y dangerously so. We're delighted and relieved that we were looked after by Kieran Athow, who explained a raft of otherwise complex choices in a lucid and extremely thorough manner, as well as his reasoning for offering specific advice on each of the matters required. We feel very lucky to have been advised by such safe and wise hands.
Kenneth Kay
Nov 30, 2023
A careing and efficient handling of our legal wills highlighting any pitfalls that we had not concidered and explaining in a clear and procise way how our wishes could be carried out.
Terry Mack
Nov 14, 2023
We were very happy about the time spent with us to prepare our wills, explain everything clearly to us and respond quickly with drafts for us to review and then arrange an appointment for signing where every detail was gone through again to ensure the wills were as we wanted before signing and completing. Totally satisfied with the process and staff.
Katy Valentine
Oct 27, 2023
Amazing service from beginning to end. Kind accommodating receptionists. Coffee upon arrival. Mr K Athow provided me with an exceptional personable and professional experience throughout my legal process. Every call and email responded to promptly. Highly recommended for all your legal needs.
Karen Cooper
Oct 06, 2023
Excellent service, communication all the way from start to finish was excellent and Debbie went above and beyond working extended hours to complete a frustrating chain
Sophia Sladden
Sep 08, 2023
From my first phone call to the final e-mail, I was treated with respect and care. Every consideration for my well being was taken, and every question was answered. I felt in control of all the proceedings and understood what was going on. My Solicitor Robert Colwell was extremely patient and understanding of the delicate situation surrounding my final divorce settlement.

His knowledge and experience brought a successful conclusion to a situation that had been dragging on for over a decade. His calm advice on the whole procedure was intelligently intuitive, and I am extremely grateful that I can now move on with my life!
Philip Webb
Aug 30, 2023
Thankyou to Charlotte and colleagues for enabling the house sale to procede and conclude successfully despite one or two unexpected problems she completed the sale with a great positive attitude and professionalism.
Sharon Giles
Aug 20, 2023
Excellent Will writing service, everything completed within time scales and prices quoted. Kieran is very knowledgeable and thorough with his advice. Would highly recommend to anyone.
Martin Wooldridge
Aug 08, 2023
What started out as a simple updating of my Will unfortunately coincide with the death of my partner, so the whole process took much longer than expected, Kieran Athow and the staff at Hayes & Storr Solicitors were respectful and caring as I went through my grief, so which I am very grateful. A great firm of Solicitors to use and recommend. Thank you. Martin Wooldridge
Tamsin Aldridge
Jul 22, 2023
I've used Hayes and Storr for many years and they always offer an outstanding professional service. Highly recommended!
Dee Horton
Jul 18, 2023
This is the second time that I have used Debbie Pearce for conveyancing and both times she has been brilliant, fast and totally on the case. This last time we had 3 failed purchases for various reasons and she gave great advice and was very fair with aborted purchase fees. I would heartily recommend her services
Lynda Smith
Jul 12, 2023
This is the first time I have used Hayes+Storr. Mr Kieran Athow was very professional and friendly in his approach, listening to my requirements and setting up my will for me. Although I was very confused at first as how to proceed, Mr Athow so very helpful, explaining clearly with a fast response, setting up my drafts and final will. Thank you so very much Mr Kieran Athow for your patience and understanding.

I would highly recommend Mr Athow at Hayes+Storr. I would also like to thank Janice the secretary for her time. I would also like to mention the recepionists, who are very friendly, always a happy smile and welcome. I will certainly use this solicitors again in the future
Valerie Purkiss
Jul 03, 2023
We used Hayes & Storrs to make new Wills. Yasmin Knock was both professional, polite and carried out our wishes in regards to our new Wills prefectly. Edward Harris was also present in our meetings and came across very professional. Was an absolute pleasure to deal with Hayes & Storr and they are both a credit to your company. Will definitely recommend Hayes & Storr.
Kate Willock
Jun 05, 2023
After being told by our neighbours how satisfied they were with this company we decided our will was long overdue an update. Kieran who dealt with us was a very knowledgeable and professional young man, he was very patient and took the time to explain the paperwork including all the finer details. We would definitely recommend this company to others.
Susan Currell
Jun 02, 2023
I have just made my will with Kieran at the Fakenham office. Excellent communication and everything explained thoroughly, really helpful thank you Kieran
Paul Hammond
May 26, 2023
Excellent service and professionalism. Kieran Athow was very helpful and explained things in terms that we could understand. Very pleased with the service we received.
Kester Cason
May 16, 2023
A very pleasant experience. All matters were dealt with promptly, professionally and extremely politely. Would highly recommended Hayes & Storr Solicitors.
Steve Hankin
May 11, 2023
Hayes + Storr have been very efficient and helpful in the way that they have dealt with our new wills. Mr. Athow was friendly and professional. He explained everything very clearly and succinctly and answered all our questions. We are very pleased that we chose Hayes + Storr as our solicitors. Many thanks.
Jon Crowley
May 07, 2023
Excellent quick and sensible advice and guidance. Faultless service.
Paul Hamilton
Apr 27, 2023
Exemplary service throughout. We had a very smooth, easy positive transaction of a land sale and I can thoroughly recommend Debbie to Help any future clients. I strongly recommend these solicitors & I would happily use their services again. 5 stars, Thank you.
Hannah Allgood
Apr 23, 2023
Charlotte and the fakenham team were fantastic dealing with both my sale and purchase. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a solicitor.
Josephine Thompson
Jun 09, 2022
Once again we were very impressed by the efficient, friendly advice given by Kieran Athow at Hayes and Storr when preparing our wills. We would have no hesitation in recommending their services.
Nick Pickels
May 11, 2022
Had two recent dealings with H&S. Nick Sheldrake gave a professional and incredibly reassuring service with a difficult property sale. Our Wills were also excellently and delicately handled by Kieron Athow.
Julie Plattin
Apr 09, 2022
Very good, professional service from Kieran Athow from Haynes and Storr. Always kept us informed of any updates. Quickly sorted Probate. Thank you
Anna Mangini
Apr 16, 2021
Hayes & Storr Solicitors I've used Nic Sheldrake at H&S for over 4 years on various property's transactions. I found Nic to be very trustworthy and knowledgeable. Also, every time he has been incredibly efficient, helpful and full of good suggestions. A real godsend when buying a property. Thank you.
Richard Kennedy
Apr 12, 2021
Debbie Pearce provided us with 1st class service for our recent property re-mortgage and purchase. Having switched to Hayes + Storr due to our 1st set of Solictors letting us down, Debbie quickly got up to speed on our purchase and went above and beyond to get it completed in time before Christmas. Highly recommended!
Melody Challis
Dec 19, 2020
We would like to say a very big thank you to Debbie Pearce for her excellent service she has provided us throughout the conveyancing service. Debbie's understanding, kindest and compassion in such a difficult time, dealing with the sale of our Fathers property, was exceptional. Debbie went above and beyond to ensure she was there every step of the way for us.

I can not recommend Debbie highly enough for her professionalism, efficiency and knowledge and being just outstanding, providing a first class service, with a very personal touch.
David Steele
Nov 17, 2020
We used Hayes + Storr for family legal matters, arranging and registering a power of attorney and selling a property. Debbie Pearce dealt with the property sale and was quick and efficient throughout the process providing excellent advice.
Clifford Winter
May 11, 2020
First class service from Fiona Hewitt, at H+S solicitors in Fakenham, where at long last made the effort to update our joint Wills. Completed in a very short time, and at a very reasonable cost indeed. This lady solicitor not only fully understood exactly what our wishes were, but also explained in some detail all the points set out in the new Wills. Very pleased indeed with the entire affair, should have done it much sooner, before it became too late!
Nicole August
May 07, 2018
Dealt with probate for my father in law, absolutely awful experience would have changed solicitors but unfortunately they were executors as well. We had calls and E-mails that were not returned, work that was not carried out, unnecessary delays. A funeral bill that was not paid for 4 1/2 months! Raised complaints and these were not really dealt with adequately enough. I would not recommend these solicitors to my worst enemy. A really awful stressful experience, especially at a very emotional time.
Roy B.
Jun 22, 2014
Sorted our house purchase last year fantastic from start to finsh