"Buckles have been our family Solicitors for over 40 years and always offer an excellent service. They have strength in-depth, in terms of their quality staff they employ and the advice given. Over the last 5 years, Buckles have completed a considerable amount of Commercial conveyancing, always taking a very proactive and commercial approach, which is vital in the current economic climate."
Rob Facer, Barnack UK Ltd
"Colleen handled our recent property transaction in a most efficient, friendly and professional manner. Leading to a excellent outcome to the negotiations. I believe this is only possible if you possess a first class technical knowledge and a thorough understanding of the practical issues faced by your client. I would not hesitate to recommend Colleen to colleagues, clients and fellow professionals."
Stephen Collins, Saffery Champness
“Colleen is the best Property lawyer that I know - she undoubtedly has a good business head and certainly can make things happen”
George Heys, The Heys Group PLC
“Colleen is very confident, knowledgeable and clearly an expert in her field. She really did put me at ease”
Mr Graeme Clark – Innova Development Trust
“Colleen dealt with … the queens solicitors …. in a large difficult land transaction. She was very efficient and cost effective. Colleen understands the documentation in depth”,
Mr Rod Chapman – Peterborough Renewable Energy Ltd
“… very helpful and raised a lot of issues which needed a lot of attention. The work Colleen did on the lease was very explicit and helpful and we got a better deal than we thought we would.”
Mr Peter Foster – Nene Organic Growers Limited
“They provided an introduction meeting about the project that we are working on at no cost. Michael (Blank) is very measured in his approach. He takes everything in his stride and then gives his advice accordingly. This is what you need from a solicitor”
John Walton, Accent Nene Limited
“Michael (Blank) was great. He was very good. He was good at communicating and gave good advice”
Elizabeth Glasper, Ciconi Ltd
“Michael knows how we work. He gets on with the job. He was quick and efficient in dealing with the matter. It is the long term relationship that we have with Michael Blank. I have always found him extremely efficient and knowledgeable”
Julie Laughton, Ideal Shopfitters Limited
“Michael (Rabbett) is very concise. He is proactive and commercially minded. Philip Wright is focussed on getting results. He is extremely experienced and a nice person to work with”
Rob Facer, Barnack UK Limited
“Philip, Michael and Michael offer first rate advice. I have had a good experience with them”
David Turnock, Datum Properties Limited
“Michael Rabbett, Colleen Gostick and Michael Blank. They offer a good partner led service”
Peter Williams, Lambert Smith Hampton
“Their approach is very professional”
Makhtar Ali, Eagle Foods Limited
Legal 500 2010
'All are bright, friendly and attuned to current practice', say clients of Michael Blank, Colleen Gostick and Michael Rabbett at Buckles Solicitors LLP; they 'focus on providing business solutions and never lose sight of their objective'.
Legal 500 2011
Buckles Solicitors LLP is noted for its partner-led service, and acts for many public sector clients as well as private businesses. Michael Rabbett and Michael Blank are recommended.
Chambers and partners 2012
"They will look at a client's business as if it's their own, to protect our interests."
This compact team is noted for its attentiveness to client needs. It is recommended for its "efficiency at getting to end results" and ability to sort out issues by outlining the pros and cons, as well as acting in a level-headed and professional manner. The team acts for a range of owner-managed local businesses, commercial and residential developers, local authorities and housing associations.
Michael Rabbett is praised for his document handling and ability to "get things done efficiently." He advises a range of businesses including developers, landowners and haulage companies. 
