“Rachel taught me to be a stronger woman!”

Rachel Horman-Brown was my solicitor a good few years ago now, back when I thought zero about myself, and had no self confidence at all. I got to know Rachel through the work she was doing, building a case against my despicable ex-partner.

This lady helped me to see that my worth was huge, that I actually mean something in this life; I couldn’t have had a better adviser.

I thank Rachel for many things in my life, I have to say being strong is one of my biggest qualities, and Rachel is one of the people to thank for that, she never let me give up, even when I was at my weakest and terrified.

Due to the advice, & support from Rachel and her team, I am now living the best life I can.

Thank you so very much Rachel. You are the North West’s guardian angel.

“Very satisfied client!”

I highly recommend Rachel for her competent, fully researched, legal advice and case preparation.

She instantly identifies the fundamental legal issues leaving her client confident that they are in safe hands thus reducing their stress.

I was regularly updated on, and included in, the progress of my case and she sourced an excellent, relevant and robust barrister to represent me in court.

“You can do no better than to choose Rachel”

I had been the victim of emotional and mental abuse from a person well known to me for many years. I had tried to deal with it myself, but this approach was not working and I was suffering a lot of heartache, dread, anxiety.
I had started to question myself, even though I knew deep down that their actions, although subtle to an outsider, were deeply manipulative, controlling, and obsessive. I was worried about whether anyone would take me seriously or believe me, so I had avoided confronting the issue through the legal channels.

I was very anxious due to the most recent incident, and unsure how to find a solicitor to help me. I started doing searches and found Rachel Horman on the Watson Ramsbottom website. I had not done any more research at this time. It was gut instinct that she might be able to help me.
I initially spoke with her legal secretary Sharon Short who was extremely calming and approachable. This communication happened very quickly, she answered all my questions and everything I needed to do at that point regarding speaking with Rachel was clearly explained to me. I felt confident to engage Rachel’s services because of Sharon’s genuine enthusiasm for Rachel’s work and what Rachel stands for.

I asked more about Rachel’s experience. I had not realised at the time how specialised Rachel is in this area of expertise, having advised parliament committees on the issues surrounding stalking law and the previous Jack of legal assistance to help all those suffering at the hands of a perpetrator.
Rachel was most professional and so easy to talk with, it was like talking to a good friend. She really listens and accurately perceived why I was so frightened. Rachel did not rush me. I found her to be genuinely caring and on the victim’s side. She sees many types of abuse and I feel glad that my gut instinct led me to her door. I know I cannot control another person’s behaviour, however, knowing that I have the voice of a brilliant and highly sought after solicitor on my side has enabled me to stand in my power and stand up to the abuser.

I have no hesitation recommending Watson Ramsbottom. Everything has been clearly explained to me. If you are scared, or feel it is time to stand in your own power and defend yourself against an abuser, you can do no better than to choose Rachel Horman.

“I highly recommend Rachel”

Rachel Horman understood my partners fairly subtle, but devastating coercive control from the outset where two other Solicitors and Barristers hadn’t.

She had fresh ideas and strategies to turn my difficult situation around. Rachel found a barrister in a different league to the others ‘a fighter’ she said, and under Rachel’s management, over a number of months and 6 days in court we did successfully fight and win the case. Now my daughter lives with me and has contact with her mother.

Rachel had excellent knowledge, judgement and experience and wasn’t afraid of being appropriately aggressive. She’s approachable, and was always quickly available to talk by phone.

Surprisingly, our being opposite ends of the country wasn’t an issue, we never needed to meet in person. I highly recommend Rachel and will definitely be using her again if I need help.

“Rachel helped me believe in myself”

Rachel Horman dealt with my initial enquiry quickly and calmly. Her knowledge and experience of safety planning and offering practical advice for the victim and children of Domestic Abuse, was excellent.

She helped me believe in myself and gave me the confidence to put measures in place quickly regarding childcare arrangements, which were being violated due to COVID-19.

“Thanks to Rachel for listening”

I don’t know what will happen in the future but today I feel something that I have not felt in a very long time. I don’t feel so scared now.

“I cannot recommend Rachel highly enough!”

I do not think it is too strong to say that Rachel saved us, her meticulous attention to detail allowed the judge to see the whole picture despite there being no direct physical evidence she clearly demonstrated a pat- tern of serious coercive control.

I cannot thank her enough for the support and dedication she provided during the most difficult and stressful times of my life. We achieved the best result possible in court and I cannot recommend her highly enough.

“A pleasure!”

It was a pleasure to deal with Rachel Horman-Brown.

Rachel was honest, open and offered constructive advice on my case. She was very responsive to any questions or concerns that I had and dealt with it the same day.

“Rachel saved us”

I do not think it is too strong to say that Rachel saved us, her meticulous attention to detail allowed the judge to see the whole picture despite there being no direct physical evidence she clearly demonstrated a pattern of serious coercive control.

I cannot thank her enough for the support and dedication she provided during the most difficult and stressful times of my life. We achieved the best result possible in court and I cannot recommend her highly enough.

“Rachel is an expert in her field”

Rachel Horman-Brown is an expert in her field. She is diligent, thoughtful and her knowledge of domestic abuse and stalking legislation is of superior quality.

Her team are equally as efficient and I would highly recommend them.