Testimonials

Honestly, we couldn't have asked for a better solicitor than Rachel for buying our first home. She was just incredible from start to finish – super professional, always clear, and totally reliable. As first-time buyers, it felt pretty overwhelming at times, but Rachel always explained things so clearly without bogging us down in legal jargon. She was so calm and reassuring, keeping us in the loop exactly when we needed it, never leaving us guessing but also not bombarding us. Even when things got tricky behind the scenes, Rachel handled it like a pro and made sure we were totally protected. We really felt like we were in safe hands. Her clear communication, efficiency, and genuine care made all the difference. We're so grateful for everything she did to get us through such a massive milestone. Seriously, thank you, Rachel and Cunningtons team– we'd recommend you to anyone looking for a solicitor they can truly trust!

I have used Cunningtons services many times now. They are reliable and proceed quickly, keeping me informed of each stage of the event.
There has always been someone available if I needed to ask questions. I think their charges are reasonable and I will continue using them.

Rachel and the team were excellent and extremely helpful throughout the process of the sale of my mum's flat. Would not hesitate to recommend this firm

Our son recommended Cunningtons who used their services last year and we were not disappointed. All the staff provided a positive contribution to both our sale and purchase, with special thanks to Sophie and of course our solicitor, Charlotte Cohen...extremely professional and supportive throughout 👌

Philomena Lang
I have been dealing with Cunningtons LLP Solicitors, Braintree branch for several years in connection with preparing Wills and Lasting Power of Attorneys. I have been extremely happy with the service that I have received from my Solicitor, Ms. Bryony Wilmshurst over the years. Her work has been impeccable and she was also very prompt with phone calls, emails and any queries with regard to the LPAs that I had to deal with over the past few months. Bryony is a very pleasant and kind lady and took the time to answer all my queries patiently. I was so happy to have a video call with her a few months ago. I would like to say A BIG Thank You to Bryony for preparing my LPA's and also our Wills in the past. I would highly recommend Ms. Bryony Wilmshurst of Cunningtons at the Braintree office to anyone who would need a solicitor. I must also add that the staff at the Horn Church branch have also been very helpful to me when I had to submit documents to them for Proof of ID.
A Big Thank You to everyone at Cunningtons Solicitors and I wish you'll all the very best for the future!
13th June 2025

We found the calm, logical and thoughtful approach of Rachel at Cunningtons a breath of fresh air and she dealt efficiently with our case, including a couple of issues that arose. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend Cunningtons.

I wanted to take a moment to sincerely thank you for the exceptional service ‘Sarah King’ provided during our recent property purchase through Cunningtons LLP. Your attention to detail, clear and timely communication, and commitment to representing our best interests were truly commendable. The entire process was seamless, and we felt well-informed and supported every step of the way.

Having gone through several property purchases before, we can confidently say that your level of professionalism and dedication stands out.

This is the second time I have used Cunningtons - Kate Horsted, and they made the process so smooth. Kate was always on the end of the phone and if busy would respond really quickly. Kate was always there to explain anything I didn't completely understand and gave brilliant advice.

Huge thanks to our solicitor Tamil Letchmanan for being so efficient, professional, and determined to help us meet the stamp duty deadline for our home purchase. We really appreciated the clear communication and fast turnaround—couldn’t have done it without you!

We'd like to convey our thanks to Cunningtons for their services in dealing with the estate of a deceased relative and the subsequent house sale. We were so grateful for the advice, guidance and support we received. We'd especially like to thank Katrina, Anna, Sarah and Fiona for everything they did. Best wishes to you. Mike and Diane Holden

Cunningtons are truly the worst company I have ever dealt with. Palaniappan Ahilan at the Hornchurch branch was very unprofessional and I hold him responsible for the property purchase (chain-free) having fallen through.
There were errors in the basic information on legal documents – both my name and the purchase price were incorrect!
Phone calls were left unanswered, emails were not responded to and the service throughout was substandard. Due to their delays, failure to meet deadlines and unprofessionalism, the purchase of the property fell through. We were due to exchange imminently, however delayed responses from Palaniappan Ahilan resulted in the seller pulling out of the transaction the day after we were supposed to have exchanged. I hold Cunningtons (in particular Palaniappan Ahilan) entirely responsible for the collapse of the property purchase and truly believe that if we had chosen a different solicitor, we would not have had this issue.
I raised a formal complaint with Cunningtons and even their complaints team could not stick to their own response deadlines, providing far-fetched excuses for their lateness.
I very rarely write negative reviews, but I feel so strongly about this situation that I feel the need to urge anybody to think twice before instructing this firm!

I recently had the pleasure of working with Palaniappan from Cunningtons LLP Hornchurch on the purchase of our new home in the UK. Throughout the entire process, Palaniappan was consistently responsive and attentive to our clarifications and have provided clear and thorough explanations of each step, ensuring that we fully understood the legal aspects involved in the purchase.

Despite the short period of time allowed to complete the purchase, Palaniappan had been in constant contact with us and the other party to ensure that the process is completed on or before 31 March. There’s no doubt that Palaniappan and the firm he represents (Cunningtons LLP) exhibited a genuine commitment to client satisfaction.

Overall, I cannot recommend Palanniappan highly enough for anyone in need of legal assistance with a house purchase. Their exemplary service and dedication to their clients set them apart as an exceptional solicitor. I am incredibly grateful for their support and expertise, and I would not hesitate to work with them again in the future.

We have just completed our sale and purchase with Kate Hunt and her team. Kate was brilliant, she kept us updated and we knew what to expect next at every stage.

It was always easy to get in contact with Kate and get an update when we felt we needed one. She enabled us to have a relatively stress free house move and for that we are very grateful.

Outstanding Conveyancing Service – Highly Recommended!

I recently had the pleasure of working with Ahillan at Cunningtons Solicitors for the simultaneous sale and purchase of my properties, and I couldn’t be more satisfied with the service I received. From the very beginning, Ahillan was professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly supportive.

He took the time to explain everything clearly, ensuring I fully understood my options at each stage of the process. His communication was excellent—he kept me updated throughout and promptly responded to any questions. Throughout the transaction, Ahillan demonstrated great expertise and dedication, ultimately achieving a fantastic outcome.

If you’re looking for a solicitor who is not only highly skilled but also approachable and genuinely cares about their clients, I highly recommend Ahillan at Cunningtons Solicitors. Thank you for your outstanding service!

Had an excellent experience with Cunningtons on a sale of the property. The Solicitor and his team were very proactive and professional, gave genuine advice with their experience. Team ensured on time completion against stiff deadline. Very happy.