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McCormicks Solicitors McCormicks is an award-winning law firm based in Harrogate. The firm offers expertise in all areas of corporate and commercial work whilst maintaining a commitment to the personal client in areas such as rural property, tax, trusts, probate, family matters and crime. The firm is recommended by the Legal 500 and Chambers UK, the leading independent guides to the profession, as one of the top practices, both nationally and regionally, in a number of areas of law.
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McCormicks is an award-winning law firm at the heart of a vibrant commercial region. With core traditional values of integrity, technical excellence and hard work, we are committed to delivering an unrivalled quality of service and innovation to our clients. We also look to provide quality of life to our people, and to support charitable endeavours in the communities in which we work.
143.28 post in a local newspaper (quote given is for the Harrogate Advertiser) - this also helps to protect against unexpected claims. Disbursements are costs related to your matter that are payable to third parties, such as court fees. We handle the payment of the disbursements on your behalf to ensure a smoother process.
At McCormicks we pride ourselves on offering the best possible service and value for money. Our client relationships are at the foundation of what we do and we are delighted to be able to call many of our clients our friends. Confidentiality and discretion are key to the service we provide and therefore testimonials have only been attributed to a client where the circumstances allow.
Almost since its inception McCormicks has received recognition and praise for its work through various independent reports and awards. The firm has featured in every edition of the two leading independent guides to the legal profession, the Legal 500 and Chambers (UK) and regularly receives acknowledgment of its expertise in Legal Experts, another independent guide to the profession.
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Stuart
Feb 01, 2022
I have used these Solicitors twice for criminal proceedings and have always found them very helpful. On both Occasion's I dealt with Brian Nuttney who is friendly and honest, he will always gives the best advice possible and explains every decision he makes and the reasons why he made them. On the second time I used this firm I came across Kate Develly who accompanied Brian and again she was nothing but helpful and explained everything in full and answered any questions I had. I would use this firm again if needed and would recommend them my to friends and family.
Roberto Rodrigues
Dec 04, 2021
I have dealt with Peter Minnikin in my criminal case. He was very unsympathetic with situation. His attitude was very challenging and rarely made himself available to calmly explain the procedures to me. When my case was finally over, he tried to claim more money from Legal Aid and the fees were contested. After the final bill he sent, Legal Aid needed a letter from him to state that he would not claim more money against my case which he never sent.

When I became aware of this I contacted and informed him they were waiting on a letter or email from him. After several requests he guaranteed me he would send it but he never has. I have been waiting for several thousands (5kish) to be returned to me which would be nice before Xmas, and have to wait for at least 5 months before Legal Aid can trigger the refund due to him not sending an email. The entire case was dealt with poorly and I would never used him again, particularly for a criminal case which is supposed to be his specialty. Extremely unhappy customer.
Tom Gant
May 23, 2021
Very old-fashioned in communication and approach. They did conveyancing on our house sale and were so bad we changed solicitors for our onward purchase. If you want an old-school solicitor who does everything by post and only communicates with you when it suits them then go for it. One contract got "lost in the mail" and our initial redemption statement was done incorrectly.

Definitely not one to use if you're under, say, 50 - might as well go for a budget online-conveyancing companies, they're cheaper and likely care just as much as about clients (e.g. not a lot!) Don't recommend
Rosalyn Moore
May 14, 2021
They were extremely helpful when my husband passed away even though we were in lock down
Stephen Bennett
May 12, 2020
I feel very lucky that I choose Brian Nuttney to represent me at my recent court appearance for speeding. Mr Nuttney instantly put me at ease at what was a very stressful time, undertook a thorough and constructive review of my case and circumstances around it and put forward a well structured and reasoned plea for mitigation resulting in a fine and 28 day ban which at my speed, 117mph, was a better resolution than I had feared. I would happily recommend Brian to anyone seeking high quality legal help.
Terry Mason
Jan 04, 2020
We have lived in harrogate all our lives and We had a solicitor years ago but they do not egsist now. So we are so pleased we found McCormicks thanks
Claire Brewer
Feb 15, 2019
McCormicks provided me with a fantastic service - the staff I dealt with were caring, friendly and professional and nothing was too much trouble. Fees were certainly reasonable for the high quality service received.
Terry Mason
Feb 05, 2019
We have lived in Harrogate all our lives and We had a solicitor years ago but they do not egsist now. So we are so pleased we found McCormicks
Lorna Newbrook
Nov 17, 2018
I was so impressed with the outstanding service I received from this firm when selling my property. The communication was timely and clear and the whole process was undertaken so quickly and effectively. I would highly recommend this firm to others and wish to thank them for all their help.
Orionspecdtrum
Feb 20, 2016
So, lets get this absolutely straight. McCormicks are certainly not the cheapest lawyers in town. But here's the thing, if you are paying by the hour, do you really want to waste time? Time is money and it will be your money you waste. I just had some sound legal advice from McCormicks, it was not what I wanted to hear, but the facts are, they sorted it out in no time at all, where others might have taken ages. You only ever get what you pay for.
Mark Senior
Got some legal documents witnessed. Only £5 per document and happy to do it immediately.
Claire Brewer
McCormicks provided me with a fantastic service - the staff I dealt with were caring, friendly and professional and nothing was too much trouble. Fees were certainly reasonable for the high quality service received.