Our staff can help you with a range of matters simultaneously. For example, we can help with selling your property in the sad event you instruct us to deal with your divorce ensuring your affairs are private and streamlined.

Our professional staff are here to provide you with legal guidance when you need it most, whether you would like a will preparing, assistance with administering the estate after the sad passing of a loved one, selling our buying a property, need a divorce after your marriage has broken down, or are looking to claim compensation following an injury.

Samantha Michael

Director

Samantha is a Director at Burys Solicitors who currently specialises in probate, with past experiencing in housing law. As a senior member of the firm, she brings a high level of knowledge, professionalism, and leadership to her work.

Samantha supports clients through the probate process with clear, practical advice, ensuring matters are handled sensitively and efficiently. In addition to her probate work, she has valuable experience in housing disrepair and conveyancing, enabling her to provide well rounded guidance on matters involving property within estates. Her client focused approach and senior oversight ensure a consistently high standard of service from instruction through to completion.

Heather Harkes

Director

Heather qualified as a Solicitor in July 2019, after working in law since 2015. Heather has extensive experience advising clients across landlord and tenant disputes, family law, wills and personal injury.

As a senior member of the firm, Heather provides clear, practical advice and leads matters with confidence and care from the outset through to resolution. Her experience, approachable manner, and commitment to achieving positive outcomes ensure clients feel supported and well informed throughout their case.

Helen Roberts

Accounts Manager

Helen has over 40 years’ experience working in finance roles, including more than 20 years within the legal sector, with a strong focus on legal finance management and compliance.

Helen joined Burys Solicitors in May 2023 as a Legal Accounts Manager and is a dedicated and respected member of the team who has seen the firm grow from strength to strength. With experience in conveyancing finance and a strong attention to detail, Helen has implemented good working practices to ensure the departments run efficiently.

Matthew Harkes

Property Executive

Matthew has over ten years experience in property law, with a particular focus on leasehold properties. He has developed extensive knowledge in this area and is regularly instructed on complex leasehold matters.

Matthew is well known for his specialist work relating to properties affected by the Building Safety Act. His expertise in this niche and highly complex area has enabled Burys Solicitors to offer this dedicated service to clients, providing clear and informed guidance on an increasingly important area of property law.

Kayleigh Flinn

Trainee Solicitor

Kayleigh joined Burys Solicitors in April 2023 and has built strong experience across a range of practice areas, including landlord and tenant disputes, wills and probate, and family law. As a dedicated and trusted member of our team, she supports clients with professionalism and care from the outset of their matter through to its resolution.

Alongside her role, Kayleigh is studying the Legal Practice Course part time and is due to commence her training contract with the firm in September 2026, further progressing her legal career and strengthening the expertise she brings to our clients.

Kiera Lindsay

Legal Assistant

Kiera joined Burys Solicitors in June 2025 as a Conveyancing Assistant, supporting the firm’s conveyancing team on a wide range of residential conveyancing matters.

Kiera works closely with Matthew and Emma, assisting with day to day conveyancing requirements and helping to ensure transactions progress smoothly and efficiently. Her organised approach and supportive manner contribute to a positive experience for clients throughout the conveyancing process.

Emma Elder

Paralegal

Emma has joined Burys Solicitors in January 2026 as a Conveyancing Paralegal and has over three years’ experience working in property law, including leasehold matters.

Emma graduated from the Legal Practice Course in 2025 and supports clients through the conveyancing process with care and attention to detail. Her growing experience and approachable manner ensure clients receive reliable and well organised support throughout their transaction.

What Clients Say

We will help you every step of the way understanding your rights. You will be put at ease as a solicitor carefully and fully explains your rights to you regarding your case

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   Antony Antoniou 
 11 September 2026
 
 
  I recently instructed Heather to handle a tenant eviction, and the service was exceptional from start to finish. Possession proceedings require absolute precision, and Heather ensured every detail was handled correctly, thoroughly, and without delay.

Her communication was prompt and consistently proactive—she kept the process moving forward at pace without me ever needing to chase. A first-class, efficient legal service that I’d highly recommend to any landlord or investor.
  
 
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   Sarbjit kaur 
 9 September 2026
 
 
  My process was bit slow, but results are fantastic, Was very cooperative and all the time listen Situation carefully have a great experience.
  
 
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   M Blyden 
 3 August 2026
 
 
  Facilitated dispute claim swiftly and to a satisfactory resolution. The maintained open communication and responded to any queries and concerns in a timely manner.
  
 
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   Faith Oriere 
 31 July 2026
 
 
  I am so short of word the way and manner Kayleigh Finn  and Heather handled my case.
They kept updating me on how the case was unfolding.
At the end it was victory.i got my claim..
I am happy .Thanks to all your team.
  
 
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   Anna Zysnarska 
 24 July 2026
 
 
  Everything went smooth, professional. Heather explained as well all process in details.
  
 
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   HEMA SAI 
 24 July 2026
 
 
  I had a positive experience with Burys Solicitors in handling my tenancy deposit claim. Kayleigh Flinn and the team were professional, responsive, and kept me informed throughout the process. They answered my questions clearly, negotiated with the landlord, and successfully reached a settlement. I appreciate their support and would recommend their services. Thank you.
  
 
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   Ussha Jhurry 
 22 June 2026
 
 
  Kayleigh was brilliant, she got me the outcome I wanted. Her advice and patience was excellent. I will definitely recommend Burys Solicitor.
  
 
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   Patrick McAshietey 
 18 June 2026
 
 
  My experience with Bury’s solicitors was pleasant and remarkable. Heather and her assistant Kayleigh handled my case professionally and with constant and timely updates and progress with my case until we were successful. They’re on top of their business.
  
 
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   Lara Peck 
 12 June 2026
 
 
  I used Burys Solicitors for a conveyancing matter and the process was quick, smooth and hassle free. I would definitely use them again.
  
 
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   E S 
 17 May 2026
 
 
  As a legal professional from Portugal, I maintain very high standards, and I was genuinely impressed by the exceptional service I received from Kayleigh Flinn and Heather Harkes.

Kayleigh was incredibly professional, knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely caring throughout the entire process. Heather finalised my case brilliantly, always explaining each step clearly and making me feel comfortable and supported when making decisions.

Over more than seven months, every member of the team treated me with kindness, professionalism, and respect. The level of care and dedication I received went far beyond my expectations.

I am sincerely grateful for their outstanding work and wholeheartedly recommend this firm to anyone seeking legal support they can truly trust.
  
 
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   Dora Okumor 
 15 May 2026
 
 
  Amazing customer support service. Ready to guide through the process.
  
 
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   Muhammad Bhatti 
 7 May 2026
 
 
  Excellent Legal services and advice
  
 
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   Dan Slattery 
 6 May 2026
 
 
  As a first-time buyer, I needed some hand-holding. Matthew and Kiera took good care of me while I navigated 2 withdrawals from purchase after poor surveys and an eventual completion on a lovely property. I recommend their conveyancing skills.
  
 
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   kristina Pickles 
 11 April 2026
 
 
  Very professional & compassionate during a difficult time
  
 
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   Harry Hayes 
 27 March 2026
 
 
  I switched to Burys Solicitors for my conveyancing needs due to a poor experience with another firm. The staff acted nothing short of thorough and professional throughout the process. They moved the completion through extremely quickly and I would definitely recommend.
  
 
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   Michelle Woodward 
 19 February 2026
 
 
  Lost are paperwork.
We rang up for a copy of are power of attorney. To be sent pages missing out of it. Then they said they don’t keep a copy ? Which how can they say that when you sent us it but with pages missing. Then told us they would want £360 to do it again. They don’t ring you back and it’s like pulling teeth getting anything done you email and get a rude email back.
Rang Frobes solicitors will be starting over with them.
This company not getting another penny out of us.
  
 
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   Roger Lawson 
 24 December 2025
 
 
  Where do I start? This service is shocking!
We were not kept up to date with any part of the process.
You cannot get hold of them at all -despite calling 4+ times in a day. I have never received a call back despite asking for several both via email and voicemail.
They take a minimum of 4 working days to action or respond to anything (up to 3.5 weeks to raise queries with us on AML checks).
They have absolutely no idea what is going on, asking us to send funds 3 weeks ago despite their being outstanding AML checks and outstanding queries with another solicitor. We still don’t have an exchange date.
They constantly lie about where we are up to (when we finally get through to them) advising it is with another solicitor when it later transpires it is with them and they just haven’t actioned it. (Baring in mind there is no chain either side of us)
When I tried to raise a formal complaint about their service they asked me to send a letter (postage at my cost of course).
I am now being chased by estate agents from both sides of the sale/purchase as they too cannot get through to them to discuss an exchange date.
I cannot believe that this is a service that I am paying for!
Do not use these solicitors!
  
 
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   Glenn Mac 
 14 September 2025
 
 
  Had our will written af a price of £480, wanted to make a minimal amendment, i was informed to my disbelief that it would cost £360 plus vat to make this small change !! What a rip off, 5 min work for extortionate costs,  avoid like the plague !!!!
  
 
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   Andrew Campbell 
 26 April 2024
 
 
  My review and experience relates to DieselGate claims.

The size of the contract was ridiculous and the amount of information requested increased significantly, from "simply enter your registration", over time.

On the positive side, I was contacted via email and called to remind me that the deadline was approaching and that I needed to provide the additional information.

However, I was unable to gather the most recently request information - which had increased (again) to include financial details related to the acquisition of the cars -  within the required timescales.

Whether my experience and frustration is typical of diesel emmission claims through other solicitors, I'm not sure, but it was not a good experience from my perspective.
  
 
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   marie fitzgerald 
 10 February 2024
 
 
  Always helpful throughout the selling and buying which can be stressful. I could always call with queries and always gave advice.
  
 
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   Dawn Davies 
 21 November 2023
 
 
  Excellent service and got the result I wanted.  Thank you very much
  
 
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   David Williams 
 4 January 2022
 
 
  I recently had my will updated by Joanne. She was very helpful in offering information on what I could, and ought not to do, to satisfy my wishes. I was happy to incorporate her advice.

I found her to be very knowledgeable and helpful and would highly recommend her to others.
  
 
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   Alex Lancashire Personal View 
 4 October 2021
 
 
  Very competent and friendly.
  
 
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   Neil Groves 
 27 January 2021
 
 
  Great staff and very friendly for a firm of solicitors. Very well priced and great service
  
 
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   Adam Tootle 
 30 November 2020
 
 
  Excellent
  
 
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   middsie 
 18 September 2020
 
 
  I used this firm for the sale of my deceased father’s house as I had probate. Joanne had already dealt with alterations to my father’s will before he passed and was great.

Jennie dealt mostly with the conveyancing and the service was amazing. It was a difficult time for me, with my father passing away and lockdown interfering with progress of the sale, but Jennie was always on hand to answer queries. It was also a difficult sale due to complications with Registry over the land but again Jennie was very supportive and offered solutions and acted on them promptly.

Completion was also difficult but Joanne dealt with that speedily and professionally.

I would highly recommend this firm. Not only are they extremely professional and thorough but they are also friendly and personable, never too far away when you need them and nothing is too much trouble.

Thank you Joanne and Jennie so much for getting me through a tough time.

Sam x
  
 
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   Karen Deluce 
 5 August 2020
 
 
  We had an outstanding experience when using Melissa from Burys Solicitors for the conveyancing on our house sale. Everything you want from a solicitor: great communication, responsive and thorough. We really valued her professional advice and how quickly she processed the legal work for our sale. Highly recommend.
  
 
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   Raj Singh 
 11 January 2020
 
 
  Quality firm especially Aimee and Jenny
  
 
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   Catherine Adams 
 16 October 2019
 
 
  We used Burys to do our power of attorney, we found Joanne and all the team very professional and gifted at explaining the whole process well in easy to understand terms. We will definatly be back to do our wills. We recommend them highly.
  
 
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   TRACY ROBERTS 
 18 September 2019
 
 
  Recently had our wills re-done by Joanne who was extremely knowledgeable and explained everything to us in a way that we could clearly understand.  Everything in the will was done exactly as we had asked her to do within a matter of days.  A modern, friendly and  professional solicitors who I would highly recommend.