We have used Pickerings on numerous occasions for various company and property issues. The service is always of the highest standard. Everone we deal with is friendly and helpful. Fantastic at explaining complex issues for all to understand.
CO May 2022
Pickerings have assisted me on a number of occasions i.e. sale of property, purchase of property and preparing of will. I have always been extremely happy and satisfied with their services and would recommend them to family and friends.
Feb 2022
Lisa and Alexa were professional and helpful throughout. I would have no hesitation in recommending or using their services in the future. Thank you to both of them.
Dec 2021
I have used Pickerings over the last 10 years for the conveyancing on a number of my properties. I have found them always reliable and good value for money. Lisa Friel is very knowledgeable and always gives sound and valuable advice.
J.E. January 2020
We have used Pickerings in various departments. On this particular occasion, we were looked after by Emma Harrison and the Probate team. This is never an easy time for a client, and, in our case, with no will available, it could have been difficult. With Emma and Pickerings, every step was explained and discussed. We made our own decisions from the advice we were given. Every cost along the way was made clear as was every possible delay (there weren't any). When emotions came to the fore, sympathy, time and space were allowed. When probate was dealt with, we were given advice concerning Lasting Powers of Attorney which was acted on. Emma and Pickerings really cared for us and we have no hesitation in recommending their services.
G.Hardwell 13 November 2019
From the beginning you are greeted by a friendly, smiling and welcoming face on reception, quietly efficient and helpful. We started in Probate with Emma Harrison: sympathetic, understanding, clear advice, never hurried, felt like we were discussing matters with a friend. We have already recommended her to colleagues and friends. We also needed conveyancing with neither sale or purchase in the local area. Alexa Holgate provided us with clear, friendly and efficient advice; she chased everyone everywhere to keep us on track.
Mr & Mrs H - October 2019
Service was amazing, our sale was a long and tough one, but we got there in the end. Peter was there every step, chasing, phoning and E-mailing. Made us feel at ease when signing papers, ensured we understood everything. Any queries- he was either E-mailing straight back or phoning. Amazing service'
K.C. - September 2019
The work was carried out in a sympathetic, friendly manner and with the highest degree of professional
PHNothing too much trouble in all aspects. Would not go anywhere else, I can't thank Lisa and Lucy enough for their efforts - IH
Pickerings have stayed with us every step of the way through a difficult and, at times, an emotionally draining, settlement agreement process, lasting several weeks. Their calm and timely approach has enabled us to make good progress and finally to bring about an appropriate settlement.
KDCan I just thank you formally for your sterling efforts on our behalf. Not only did you have to put up with interminable delays, but you pulled the deal back from the brink! May I compliment you both on your total professionalism.
PDSaw Emma about a Will due to having a disabled daughter and was recommended Pickerings by MENCAP excellent service and very knowledgeable. Highly recommend anyone to use Pickerings Solicitors'
K.W
Removed almost all of the stress that comes with buying a property. I was originally quoted 16 weeks from 1st enquiry to completion, and ended up with the keys in 10 weeks. Alexa and her team kept me informed of what was outstanding and for whom, without me having to contact her. Any emails I did send were replied to within 24 hours latest, but mainly within the hour. Could not have asked for a better experience, and would definitely recommend to others and use Pickerings again in the future.
CB Sept 2021
Absolutely Excellent service. Professional but with a personal touch making me feel my case really mattered. Very efficient. Friendly staff. Seamless transition of case temporarily from one member of staff to another during holiday time. Brilliant advice and support. Would not hesitate to recommend
CB - August 2019
I was told that selling and buying a house would be stressful. This was not my experience (even in a pandemic!) and I thank Pickerings Solicitors for this. Lisa Friel whom I dealt with was professional efficient and friendly. The sale and purchase were both completed to my satisfaction. I have also used their will writing service and received the same excellent customer service.
SB Sept 2021
During a very sudden and upsetting bereavement, Pickerings supplied invaluable guidance and support, above and beyond what was expected. I would recommend the services to anyone in a similar situation.
Ms S
The service at Pickerings is second to none. They are understanding and explain all the facts in a clear and professional way. All the staff are polite and cheerful and will do everything in their power to assist you through all and every aspect of your case
Mr & Mrs Spencer
Marie Tisdale
Marie Tisdale is a highly experienced Staffordshire-based Wills and Probate solicitor who joined Pickerings in July 2020.
Having qualified as a solicitor in 1996, she initially practised as a family lawyer before becoming a Wills and Probate specialist from 2004 onwards and was previously a Director of Ansons Solicitors.
Marie holds a STEP (Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners) diploma. She is experienced in all aspects of private client law and has been recognised in The Legal 500 of leading lawyers since 2011.
Over the years she has advised many individuals and families on their private affairs, – helping them to plan for the future with Wills, Trusts, Inheritance Tax Planning and Powers of Attorney.
She has extensive experience of handling estate administration with high value/ complex probate work and being able to explain the process in a clear and understandable manner.
She has particular expertise in dealing with agricultural estates.
Marie enjoys advising elderly clients, who value her practical and caring approach.
Marie is recommended in The Legal 500 2022
Outside of work
Deeply rooted in Staffordshire, Marie was born and bought up in the Burntwood area and has lived there all of her life, apart from a brief spell away at University. As a student she worked at St Matthews Hospital Psychiatric Hospital during a gap year and holidays, which gave her an understanding of working with the elderly and mental illness. She also worked for her parents who have nursing homes in the Burntwood area, once again with the elderly and mentally ill.
Marie has always been passionate about her local community. Her family have long established links with St Matthews Sports and Social Club and have actively fund-raised for the sleepover club at Saxon Hill School, Lichfield.
Over the years she has been involved with many local charities, having sat on the board of a local women’s refuge charity, on the PTA for Lichfield Cathedral School and she was the clerk for several long-standing Lichfield based charities for a number of years.
She currently sits on the committee which runs the village hall in Chorley and is the Vice Chair of the Chorley, Farewell and Elmhurst Parish Council…
..and in her spare time Marie is a fitness fanatic.
Over the years she has advised many individuals and families on their private affairs, – helping them to plan for the future with Wills, Trusts, Inheritance Tax Planning and Powers of Attorney.
Marie can be contacted on 01827 317093 or mtisdale@pickerings-solicitors.com
What clients say about Marie:
Really pleasant and helpful and explained very well. Marie completed all work required in a professional manner. MG June 2022
We approached Pickerings Solicitors with our enquiry for joint wills prior to marriage. The service was efficient and painless with great support and guidance throughout the process. This sensitive and personal topic was handled delicately and professionally at all times. Thank you again. M
'Our visit to Pickerings Solicitors took place during a particularly stressful period in our lives and so it was reassuring and welcome to receive professional and prompt service from Marie Tisdale who handled our wills. Marie dealt with our affairs in a timely and efficient way and this was exactly what we needed at this time. We have no hesitation in recommending Pickerings Solicitors.' Sept 2020