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About Merry & Co

Merry & Co Solicitors offers friendly, high-quality legal advice

Merry & Co Solicitors provides high quality legal advice in a friendly and relaxed environment. We work hard to give good value for money, and offer free quotes for all private client work.

The firm’s aim is to provide a professional, proficient and personal service to all clients irrespective of their individual circumstances.

We are able to advise on a range of legal matters. Home visits can be arranged if necessary, particularly to cater for the less mobile client. Out of hours appointments are possible in an emergency.

Meet the Team

Ian Merry

Solicitor

Ian is our senior partner, having qualified as a solicitor in July 2000.  He is known for his accessibility and personal approach to his clients. When not at work, he enjoys socialising with family and friends.

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Nicki

Nicki Johnson

FCILEX Senior Conveyancing Executive

Nicki joined Merry & Co 11 years ago and specialises in Residential Conveyancing. Outside of work, she likes travelling abroad and walking her dog, Sid.

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Kieran Thorne

Trainee Solicitor

Kieran joined Merry & Co in 2021. He obtained his Law Degree in 2020 and is currently studying a Masters with a view to qualify in early 2025. Outside of work he enjoys going to the Cinema and playing Darts.

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Vicky

Victoria Fisher

Legal Assistant

Vicky has been with Merry & Co for 6 years and is currently working towards becoming a Licensed Conveyancer. In her spare time, she enjoys camping with her partner and spending time with her two dogs.

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Carolyn

Carolyn Ruth

Legal Assistant

Carolyn has worked in the legal profession for many years gaining various CILEX qualifications and enjoys assisting clients through the process of conveyancing. She enjoys running, particularly abroad.

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Sharon Merry

Legal Assistant / Receptionist

Sharon has been with the firm for over 20 years filling various roles. In her spare time, she enjoys walking the office pugs on the beach and water sports including Freediving & Paddleboarding.

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Zoe Finnis

Legal Cashier

When she’s not locked in her office with a calculator, Zoe enjoys the outdoors. Whether it’s kayaking, camping in her van, or drumming in a local Samba band, she fits in as many smiles as she can in life.

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Ivy Merry

Security

Ivy is a 5-year-old pug and is head of security at Merry & Co. In Ivy’s spare time, she enjoys meeting anyone that has treats, sleeping and her favourite food is ham!

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Flora Merry

Backup

Flora is Ivy’s younger sister. She is currently training for a place on the security team and is progressing well. Flora has a built-in early detection system and likes to use it! She also loves ham!

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Offering NHS Employees a 10% Discount on Professional Legal Fees

We are located centrally in Ryde and are only a short walk from the railway/bus station. Our office has wheelchair access and can provide information in large print if required.

We are also committed to providing the best possible benefits and services to all NHS employees by offering a 10% discount on our professional legal fees.

Please do not hesitate to contact us if you require more information about our practice.

Our service is provided by solicitors of England and Wales authorised and regulated by Solicitors Regulation Authority and you can access the SRA’s rules by this link.

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Testimonials

What Our Clients Say About Us

“The instructions for my Will were carried out perfectly. I was so pleased to have everything settled.”

    Mrs Morton
    Mrs Morton

    Client

    “You came highly recommended and I will definitely be passing that recommendation on”

      Mrs Baggett
      Mrs Baggett

      Client

      “You were all extremely supportive throughout. So grateful to all of you.”

        Mr & Mrs Powell
        Mr & Mrs Powell

        Clients

        "Thank you all for making it all so easy and stress fee."

          Mr Mills
          Mr Mills

          Client

          “Very friendly knowledgeable staff and always willing to help.”

            Mr & Mrs Hodson
            Mr & Mrs Hodson

            Clients

            “You dealt with our request with as much speed as was possible…kept us informed as to what was happening and we appreciated your pleasant manner.”

              Mr & Mrs Neal
              Mr & Mrs Neal

              Clients

              “All options and avenues were expertly delivered. We were kept informed by way of email or telephone every step of the way”

                Mrs Boon-Tucker
                Mrs Boon-Tucker

                Client

                “It was 30 years ago since your firm dealt with my first Will. I have never forgotten how efficient and caring you were. How pleased I was to go back into your office and have excellent, efficient service once again. It is very reassuring to know you are there, should I need you”

                  Mrs MacDonnell
                  Mrs MacDonnell

                  Designation

                  “Very happy with the service and pleased to meet people who treated me with respect and made every meeting a pleasure. Thank you to all staff”

                    Mrs Platts
                    Mrs Platts

                    Client

                    “After completion of our home purchase, we took up the offer to update our wills with Ian Merry and again received excellent advice and service at a very reasonable cost.”

                       Mr Spiewakowski
                      Mr Spiewakowski

                      Client

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