testimonials

Haighs Law Firm have numerous clients who are delighted with the work that we have done for them, read below to see what some of them have to say about us…

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PC - Cleveland Police

Helen assisted in my employment matter involving my then police force, where I had been employed for a considerable number of years. Helen’s knowledge, capability and support helped me get through probably the most challenging and difficult times I have ever had to encounter.

I felt at times Helen went above and beyond, was always extremely helpful, regardless of the time or day of the week. I felt Helen truly cared, was very knowledgeable about my case, organised and always on the ball.

I trusted her and genuinely cannot thank her enough for everything she has done to assist with my employment matter.

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PC – Durham Constabulary

I first met Ben and his colleague, Matthew when I was asked to provide an initial account of my role as a witness for a recent incident. As I was new in service, the whole process was daunting but understandably necessary. I was put at ease and the language and process was explained to me in a manner that I could understand. This put me at ease and allowed me to focus on my recollection rather than worry about the process.

As the process progressed, communication was appropriate and accurate which provided me with reassurance that I was being looked after. Although it wasn't required, I felt like I could have picked up the phone and contacted Ben and Matthew for advice. This was important for me and they had my trust.

Later down the line, I was required to provide an additional statement. Again, this was a smooth and comfortable experience for me. It was arranged at my convenience due to the flexibility of Ben and his team.

Fast forward to the end result and it was a pleasure to receive notification from Ben that the outcome was favourable for me. This was, understandably, a great relief.

Thanks Ben and Co for all your hard work, patience and advice throughout the past few months. It was and is greatly appreciated

PC – Northumbria Police

Ben,

Much appreciated for your help on the day (post incident) and afterwards. You provide a great service, so thank you.

PC – Durham Constabulary

Dear Ben,

I cannot thank you enough for the reassurance and guidance given me. I am very pleased with the result.

PC – Dorset Police

I just wanted to thank you for all your work, support and help recently. I can't praise your services highly enough.

I believed I was a conscientious, professional officer so never imagined I would be facing a formal disciplinary hearing. However, I now realise this can occur to anyone working for the Police.

You went above and beyond to help! From the first phone call to the final outcome, you were honest, accessible and entirely sound with your legal advice. At times this went against my instincts, but in time I realised the benefits of your better approach. I was kept updated and you made sure that evidence was collected where necessary to assist my defence.

I am very grateful for your assistance and believe you helped make a robust defence with a successful outcome.

I hope I never need you again (in the nicest possible way) but if I ever do, I have complete confidence in your help.

Thank you!

PC – Northumbria Police

Ben,
I have read the email from the PIM and I am very happy the matter is now resolved.

I would like to thank you for your assistance throughout this process and particularly for your support on the evening of the incident. It is greatly appreciated.

PC – Cleveland Police

Ben,
Thank you for your advice, your guidance and most of all your understanding throughout the whole procedure, you have been a rock to me.

Thank you for your assistance.

PC - Durham Constabulary

Thank you so very much for your support and sound advice throughout this whole incident.

PC - Durham Constabulary

Hi Matthew,
Thanks very much for all your help and support. You’ll never truly appreciate how much your reassuring calm manner and expert support is in a crisis like that, from the very beginning when we met in custody, to the interview, and I mean that. 

T/ Chief Inspector – North Yorkshire Police

Matthew,
I really appreciated your support and guidance through the process, having sat both sides of the table with you now I genuinely felt reassured by your knowledge and professionalism. To you and your team, please keep doing what you are doing it is much needed and appreciated!

PC – North Yorkshire Police

Matthew, I wanted to say thank you so much for the support that you gave me on the day of the initial PIM. You were very reassuring and made the process as easy and as simple as it could be given the circumstances. You are a credit to Haighs Law.

Retired Sergeant – North Yorkshire Police

I intended to contact you to say thank you for all you have done for me over the past 18 months. I am extremely grateful for your support and tenacity. Thank you Ben. You're a good man and I hope the future brings you and your family much happiness and success.

PC – North Yorkshire Police

Ben, I would like to thank you again for the way you dealt with the PIM and us. You made us all feel at ease and that we were in good hands.

PC – Durham Constabulary

I just wanted to say thank you for everything. You and Andy Jackson have made this so easy and smooth and prepared me in the best way possible.

PC – Police Scotland

Hi Ben, Can I just thank you personally for all your help, it has been very much appreciated during one of the most difficult periods of my life.

Retired Police Inspector – Northumbria Police

Ben, I wish to thank you from the bottom of my heart as I know you have invested in this not only professionally but also emotionally. Your professionalism, honest straight forward advice, belief in me and the full support you have given me is immeasurable, for that I am eternally grateful. You are a credit to your profession.

Sergeant – Police Scotland

Hi Ben,
Again a huge thank you for everything you have done. I can't tell you how relieved I was when the District Judge dismissed our case. Throughout the process you have been honest, professional and very approachable. I knew whatever guidance you provided had my best interests and was more than happy to follow your guidance. I really do mean it when I say I've appreciated everything you have done.

PC - Cumbria Constabulary

Ben,
Thank you very much. I have had a very stressful 15 months but you made my path as smooth as possible. You are very professional and a pleasure to talk to and work with. I hope your firm goes from strength to strength and you remain as successful as you have been with me. My gratitude goes beyond bounds. You have given me my career and good name back and I appreciate that immensely.

PC - Cumbria Police

Thank you for your support, advice and help in 2018.

DS - Cumbria Constabulary

Please pass my thanks to Mr Haigh for all his help and advice. I have felt very well supported throughout.

Former Police Inspector – Durham Constabulary

I cannot speak highly enough of Haighs Law and would wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone. Their professionalism, knowledge, support and dedication got me through what was the most difficult period in my life. They represented me in an employment tribunal against my employer at a time I felt alone and unsupported. I know they went above and beyond “the call of duty” to support and represent me, in particular Helen who worked tirelessly both in and out of hours. Helen always updated me and explained the process so that I fully understood how things were progressing. She would even often make contact with me just to see how I was and provide reassurance to both my partner and I giving that personal touch (something that is not often experienced with legal representatives). Words cannot fully explain how grateful I am to both Helen and Ben and would urge anyone needing legal support to look no further than Haighs Law - thank you.

PC - Civil Nuclear Constabulary (CNC)

It’s been good to work alongside you …, it was clear to me what a good man you truly are.

PC – Durham Constabulary

Pass on my thanks to Matthew. He believed in me from the start and his professionalism was apparent throughout the investigation … I am pleased this has now ended for me and my family and thank you for your assistance.

Retired DC – Northumbria Police

Good Afternoon Matthew

Thank you for your email confirmation regarding the discontinuance of the proposed hearing.

All appears quite surreal to be honest but I now need time to reflect and move on from the last 18 months of angst.

Once again though, can I formally place on record that your unwavering support and professionalism from the point of meeting you last May until now, has been nothing short of exceptional. I cannot thank you enough and your kind words are well received.

Thanks again and all the best moving forward.

PC – Durham Constabulary

Re: PIP

Good evening Ben,

Thank you very much for all your help throughout this process and thank you for the update! glad we can finally conclude this matter and thank you for making this a very easy process from the start.

PC – Durham Constabulary

Hopefully, I never find myself in this situation again but be assured I will be recommending your services to anyone that finds themselves in a spot of trouble.

Temporary Inspector – Northumbria Police

PIP – thank you so much for giving me the update and thanks for your help that night. You took the fear out of the process.

DC – Cleveland Police

Ben,
Thank you for the update and all your expertise and support on the matter. It was the first time in twelve and half years that I was subjected to a PIM, and obviously the circumstances were tragic for all involved. Your honest and calm approach put me at ease and allowed me to continue in my role whilst the investigation took place; for this I am sincerely grateful.

Inspector – Durham Constabulary

Can I say that your advice and help has been invaluable in this process and I am very grateful for this. Thanks so much and all the best to you too.

Sergeant - North Yorkshire Police

Matthew… you have put so much hard work in over the last 18 months. You have gone above and beyond and I could not have done it without you. A huge thank you.

PC – Northumbria Police

May I thank you and your company for their excellent support and advice during the PIM.

Martin Plummer
Retired Chairman / CAPLO
Cumbria Police Federation

To ensure my colleagues received the best, most appropriate and professional advice; they need a specialist solicitor who knows the legislation, relating to Police Regulations and associated criminal law, inside out.
I have now seen both Ben Haigh and Matthew Savage successfully represent colleagues during criminal interviews, at both Magistrates and Crown Court, Gross Misconduct hearings and Gross incompetence hearings. We instruct Ben and Matt to represent our Officers because it is the best advice we can give those Officers in their time of need.

DC - Northumbria Police

Just a massive thank you to all the team during the last two years. The allegation has had a huge effect on me and my family, mentally and physically.

I believe without the support shown by the team I probably would have quit the force earlier prior to the hearing. It is good to know that you have such a motivated and professional set up behind you.

Normally when dealing with legal teams throughout my career you often feel they do what is right for them and you feel like a spare part. The team had only one purpose me!

I have worked with a lot of skilled people during my career but it was a privilege to see the team in action. It’s been a long haul but we got the result I was after.

All I can say is thanks to everyone one at Haighs

PC – Northumbria Police

Dear Ben,
It was just to say thank you very much. It's an immense relief to be rid of the matter. I am more than aware of the complete professionalism displayed by yourself throughout this matter. Due to your guidance and advice I have achieved the result I hoped for. Thank you for helping me in the most difficult period of my service

Michael Kelliher
Retired JBB Vice Chairman, CAPLO
Northumbria Police Federation

Haighs always go above and beyond when representing officers from Northumbria Police. They take service to a whole new level.

Andy Jackson
Retired Chairman
Durham Police Federation

We have utilised the services of both Ben and Matthew over the last several years for Post Incident Procedures, criminal and police misconduct matters. They have never failed to provide a fantastic service to our members and ourselves.
It is clear that Ben and Matthew care passionately about what they do and can always be relied upon at any time day or night to assist in any way they can. They have also demonstrated their comprehensive knowledge of the intricacies of police misconduct on a number of occasions to the benefit of our members.
As a result, they are our go to solicitors and I would highly recommend.

PC - Northumbria Police

Dear Ben,
I wanted to take a couple of minutes and write to tell you of my appreciation of your exceptional work on my previous Criminal and Disciplinary matters. From the first meeting, I knew that I was in safe hands. Even though the allegation was tricky in parts, it soon became clear that you understood the concept of modern Policing and its idiosyncrasies, in a way that I have never seen in anyone who hasn’t walked the beat. I will never be able to thank you enough for all that you have done.

Retired PC - Humberside Police

A big thank you for your care and hard work.

Retired Police Inspector - Durham Constabulary

Helen Cleary, a Director at Haighs Law was recommended to myself to assist me with a sensitive employment matter. From the outset and an initial introductory meeting with Helen, she put me at ease right from the start. Helen fully explained the process, highlighting all aspects of the case including the challenges that lay ahead. Helen's professionalism and commitment to her clients is second to none. Her tenacity and attention to detail left me in no doubt to Helen's own ability in ensuring she put her clients first. From day one, I felt comfortable in placing my complete trust in Helen and Haighs Law and this proved to be the right decision. After many months of hard work by Helen, the numerous updates, meetings and telephone calls, providing me with advice, guidance and support we achieved the right outcome. I have no hesitation in recommending Helen and Haighs Law to any individual seeking a truly professional and committed quality service for any employment related matter.

PC - Northumbria Police

Thank you for all your help, advice and guidance throughout.

PC - Durham Constabulary

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Your assistance on the night was excellent. It was highly professional and put my mind at ease from the off. Thank you again. Best wishes.

Inspector – Durham Constabulary

Ben,  Thanks very much.  I had a feeling that this would turn out that way but you were great. Very professional and calming. It’s great to know that in the future if anything similar happened you’d be there.  Thanks very much.

Inspector – North Yorkshire Police

Many thanks for the support Matthew, in the nicest possible way it was great to meet you but hopefully I won't need to use your services in the future. If I do however I do so with confidence.

PC – Northumbria Police

I would like to thank you both for your service on the day. Always reassuring that this is the service we will get should another PIM or incident occur.

PC – Cleveland Police 

Thank you Ben, I appreciate everything you have done for me and hopefully won't ever need to call on you again! Although I will recommend you to anyone that needs your legal help!

PC – Durham Constabulary

Just want to say this is the second time now that I’ve been involved in this type of incident (Post Incident Procedure) and with yourselves. I have nothing but praise for your professionalism and communication. Thanks very much.

Sgt - Northumbria Police

I just want to say thank you again for all your help throughout this time. I'm so relieved it's all over but without your help and support it would have been more difficult. Thanks again.

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It has been a very hard time for all the family, but your support has been so appreciated to make the best out of a bad situation.

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Victoria Fleming
Director
Altoria Development

Haighs Law Firm are exceptional in their field. Helen and her team are approachable, forward thinking and thorough in the advice and services they provide.
They are professional experts and incredibly effective. I would strongly recommend Haighs Law Firm

Malcolm Douglas

I have had the pleasure of dealing with Helen on a number of occasions over the last few years. Not only is she professional and knowledgeable but takes time to explain complex legal issues simply and concisely. She would be my go to person for legal advice and I would highly recommend her for both personal and professional legal services.

George Rowan Director
RSI Ceilings

I have worked with Helen for well over a decade and have never been short of delighted with her professionalism. She has looked after both my business and personal matters across three generations of my family and I trust her implicitly.
I would not hesitate to recommend Haighs Law to anyone who appreciates the value in building strong relationships with their advisors.

Ian Douglas

I have known Helen professionally for a number of years now. Each time I have been in need of professional advice and/or services she has given outstanding assistance, with a level of service that could not have been greater. I would not hesitate to recommend her to friends and associates.

Dr Shatrughan Singh

Helen Cleary has been my trusted legal advisor for many years. She is proactive and professional in every task that she undertakes for me and her continued commitment towards me and my family is unrivalled. Helen sets the bar as an excellent communicator and always keeps me informed of developments. I can’t speak too highly of her.

RCN Member - North East

Ben, Just a short note to thank you, for all your advice and kindness. I was totally reassured by your professionalism and extensive knowledge.

Ms K Wardle, Radiographer, QE Hospital

Thank you Helen for helping me and Jack move on and into our new beautiful home. We will be forever grateful.

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Dan McCormack - Washington
Employment Client 2020

Just wanted to say a big thank you for the way you have dealt with everything for me. I spoke to a few solicitors and you were by far the most personable and reassuring to deal with so that is much appreciated.

Kirsty Gregson

Helen has supported me with the most professional advice, after myself and my ex-partner parted ways. Whenever I felt at a loss I could rely on Helen to leave no stone unturned. From start to finish I knew I could put my trust in her, and this showed when we achieved the outcome I wanted. I will always recommend Helen and her colleagues in the future.