David Chandra

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We contacted David for advice on recommendation from someone. We were very impressed with the interim advice and are following this before we work out if we need to enlist his services. If it is required, we will definitely be dealing with him.

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Had a telephone consultation with David regarding probate and dealing with my mother's estate. He seemed very knowledgable, was very helpful, informative and thorough

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for a legal adviser?

Dealing with probate and administering an estate.

How has David Chandra helped you?

He was fundamental in helping in a stressful power of attorney issue then 4 years later dealing with the probate following the death of my mother.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes.

What could they have done better?

No as already exceeded the expection of legal help.

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for a legal adviser?

Death of a parent.

How has David Chandra helped you?

Helped us with Inheritance tax advice.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes.

What could they have done better?

Respond to e-mails

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He was punctual and very courteous. He allowed plenty of time for the consultation and appeared very competent. It was a highly satisfactory meeting

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David was away on leave but his colleague contacted me to offer his services.

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for a legal adviser?

Ageing.

How has David Chandra helped you?

Very caring ,very understanding ,very reassuring, very professional.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes.

What could they have done better?

nothing

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Very clear and concise with advice. Presented options. Was courteous and set myself and my partner at ease.

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for a legal adviser?

Will & Probate.

How has David Chandra helped you?

David Chandra understood our needs and was very helpul and efficient.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes.

What could they have done better?

No

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for a legal adviser?

A relatives will needed to go through probate.

How has David Chandra helped you?

Takiing me through the process and advising clearly the charges.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes absolutely.

What could they have done better?

Communication was excellent from all concerned:no improvement needs to be made.

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for a legal adviser?

death of close relative.

How has David Chandra helped you?

advice on matters i had no idea existed in being an exector.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

very much so.

What could they have done better?

he could not have done any better than he did

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for a legal adviser?

I am a divorced lady and I live with my fiancé, I wanted advice on in the event of my death the best way to ensure my wishes would be carried out and that my fiancé and my family would be looked after.

How has David Chandra helped you?

He listened to what my needs were and advised me on the best way to make sure my wishes would be carried out. He was very kind and understanding and explained all the wording I didn't understand and made me feel at ease. Also in the future if I wanted anything changed in my Will or anything added I would be able to do so.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

It has put my mind at rest to know I have had a Will put in place that I am happy with and know my wishes will be carried out on the event of my death.

What could they have done better?

I really don't think that Mr David Chandra could have done anything better. He was kind understanding and made very hard decisions seem very easy.

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for a legal adviser?

The death of my husband. David was the partner assigned to help me through the process of the sale of the family home and subsequent probate of my husband's Will.

How has David Chandra helped you?

David made it clear that I could contact him whenever necessary, and that he would get back to me at the earliest if he were not immediately available. He was efficient in carrying out his responsibilities in connection with the Will. He is very understanding and a good listener, and I appreciate the support he gave me during a difficult & stressful time of my life.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

After Probate was granted, I decided to return to live in Israel, which had been my home prior to my marrying my late husband. However, before leaving the UK I bought a small flat which serves as a 'home from home' when I visit the UK. David approved my choice of location and for this too I have to thank him.

What could they have done better?

I think that in this case there was little that David could have done that would have been better.

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for a legal adviser?

The deaths of two close family members (in both cases I was either the sole beneficiary or a joint beneficiary named in the will).

How has David Chandra helped you?

He was very clear at the initial meetings concerning likely timescales, the work involved, the procedure to obtain probate and his firm's charges. David was always helpful in answering questions as they arose throughout the process and in both cases he dealt with probate and the administration of the estates very efficiently.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes - the final administration of the estates has been completed in both cases.

What could they have done better?

Very difficult to think of anything!

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for a legal adviser?

Client referral.

How has David Chandra helped you?

He helps my clients with high degree of expertise.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes, excellent client care. My clients are very happy with his service.

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for a legal adviser?

To set of POAs for my mother and my brother and sister.

How has David Chandra helped you?

He met with our family on a couple of occassions and took us through the process very clearly answering any concerns we had.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes- - we have received the paperwork.

What could they have done better?

Not sure as I've never had to instruct a solicitor befoer.

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for a legal adviser?

To deal with my mother's probate on her death.

How has David Chandra helped you?

He brought the matter to a satisfactory conclusion.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Probate has been granted and the outcome was satisfactory.

What could they have done better?

Nothing because Probate issues are a lengthy business and he kept us updated of the progress throughout.

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for a legal adviser?

I need to make a will quickly as we were going away.

How has David Chandra helped you?

He acted straight away under a very tight timescale. He was extremely helpful and delivered even before the deadline.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes, he delivered exactly what I wanted in the right time scale without any fuss.

What could they have done better?

Actually he could not have done more

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for a legal adviser?

My Uncle died and I was the executor of his Will.

How has David Chandra helped you?

He took the worry of administering the estate away from me completely.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

The Estate was administered and wound up very efficiently . I was very happy with the outcome.

What could they have done better?

The service was flawless.

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for a legal adviser?

Sadly the death of my late father and dealing with the Will and estate.

How has David Chandra helped you?

From the very first meeting was guided through the procedure of dealing with Will and all it entailed and the probate side which was necessary as I have not dealt with this before. David Chandra has been very helpful every step of the way.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

My currant situation is still ongoing so no outcome at this moment in time.

What could they have done better?

I feel David Chandra could not have done any better in my situation. He has completely made the task of dealing with my late father's estate and will easy to do and helpful when I needed it.

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for a legal adviser?

Needed to arrange a PoA for my Father who is elderly.

How has David Chandra helped you?

He managed the process of putting a PoA in place from initial meeting with the whole family to explain the implications right through to preparing the documents and lodging them with the office of the public guardian.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

PoA has been lodged and process is complete.

What could they have done better?

Nothing. David went beyond the call of duty to explain the PoA to my father who needs a patient approach.

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for a legal adviser?

After my husband had a stroke we realised, after putting it off for many years, that it was important for us to make a will.

How has David Chandra helped you?

As well as drafting our wills, David Chandra also advised us about Power of Attorney. This was something we hadn't thought about and with my husbands history was something to be considered.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Yes, we have made our wills. We are still thinking Power of Attorney and if we decide to go ahead we will return to David.

What could they have done better?

We were very pleased with David's advice.

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for a legal adviser?

He was the solicitor in charge of probate in the firm of solicitors responsible for my deceased uncle's will.

How has David Chandra helped you?

He facilitated discussions with my bereaved aunt by coming to her home. He went through the very detailed accounts left by my uncle. He initiated the POA process and kept us informed. He helped find a suitable care home for my aunt. He was always available when I needed advice. He helped me construct my will. Within the boundaries of his role as solicitor he advised of contacts such as estate agents as I am not from the area.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

Nearing the end of probate. My aunt is happy in her care home and I have peace of mind knowing she is well cared for. I have initiated a will which I have been intending to act upon for a while.

What could they have done better?

I have no criticisms, Mr Chandra has always striven to meet our needs.

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for a legal adviser?

matter of necessity.

How has David Chandra helped you?

on every aspect of the powers to be given to me , and what it meant to my parents.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

yes.

What could they have done better?

sometimes a phone call is more expedient and useful than an email to get an answer, an email can be used to confirm said converation, perhaps this medium could be used instead of emailing every time

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for a legal adviser?

Transfer of ownership of property to daughter.

How has David Chandra helped you?

David has been extremely helpful and is very thorough in his work. He took the time to understand my circumstances fully, being careful to put my interests first. He explained all the options open to me clearly as well as any risks involved. He made sure I understood what is a very complicated situation and answered all all my questions. He asked me to take time to make my decision and having chosen to go ahead with the transfer he is acting to make it as smooth as possible.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

David is acting to achieve the outcome I wish for.

What could they have done better?

I am very happy with my experience and there is nothing that David could have done better.

What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for a legal adviser?

Transfer of ownership of property to daughter.

How has David Chandra helped you?

David has been extremely helpful. He took the time to understand my circumstances fully and put my interests first. He carefully explained the different options available to me and any risks involved. He answered all the questions I had and made sure I understood what is a very complicated situation. He asked me to take time to make my decision and is currently making arrangements for the transfer according to my wishes.

Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?

I am in the process of making the transfer which is the outcome I wanted.

What could they have done better?

David is handling the transfer precisely as I wanted and I do not believe there is anything he could have done better.