Tessie Belton

Tessie Belton Consultant Chartered Legal Executive - Litigation

Tessie joined Setfords in 2014 and became a consultant, specialising in litigation, in 2026.

She obtained her LLB Law degree in 2013, graduating with First-Class Honours from the Open University. Tessie qualified as a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (CILEx) in 2020, completing her training with Setfords. 

Areas of expertise

  • Residential landlord and tenant disputes, including possession proceedings and deposit claims, regularly acting for both landlords and tenants
  • Land disputes, including adverse possession, nuisance, trespass, boundaries, rights of way, easements and covenants
  • Contractual disputes relating to the provision of goods and/or services
  • Debt recovery
  • Contractual disputes in the County Court
  • Enforcement of judgments
  • Professional negligence, including claims against surveyors, accountants and solicitors
  • Advising on and negotiating employee termination packages (settlement agreements)

Tessie offers a free, no-obligation initial consultation and is happy to consider fixed or capped fees for appropriate matters. She acts for clients throughout the UK, as well as for property investors worldwide.

Approach to work and clients

Tessie adopts a proactive and strategic approach to dispute resolution, working collaboratively with clients to identify the most effective path forward. She combines detailed legal analysis with commercially minded, practical advice to help clients navigate complex issues and achieve their objectives. Dedicated to providing clear guidance and responsive support, Tessie is focused on delivering successful outcomes and a consistently high standard of professional service.

Outside of work, Tessie is a keen runner and a member of her local running club.

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I had the pleasure of working with Tessie Belton, a Chartered Legal Executive for Litigation at Setfords in Guildford, on a disputed property matter. She guided me through every step, making sure I...

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I used Tessie from Setfords to help me with a tenancy issue. She was extremely thorough and helpful. Always happy to respond to my endless queries. Tenancy law can be stressful, and it was really...

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Flawless experience with Alex, Tessie and the team at Setfords. Fast, efficient and high quality from initial introduction through to completion which was concluded far quicker than I would have...

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Tessie Belton at Setfords represented us when we wanted to regain possession of our rental property at the end of the tenancy. The whole process was handled very professionally with excellent...

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This is the second time I have used Setfords services both times I have spoken to Tessie her help advice and professionalism was outstanding a great job Setfords

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Very efficient and professional service, thanks to Tom & Tessie

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Tessie is amazing!!!! Super helpful, super informative and did a super excellent quality piece of work on our contract. Quick with replies, professional and diligent ... and also super honest and...

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After a challenging time already trying to evict my tenants, I sought advice and support from Tessie Belton at Setfords.Despite our process being long and painful at times, I had Tessie’s full...

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I was very pleased with the service I received from Tessie Belton at Setfords for the reposession of my property. Her advice over a period of many months was professional, very rapid and responsive....

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Professional service from start to finish! Excellent advice that resulted in a very positive result, that could have turned out more complicated!!

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I had a problem with repossession of my property.Tessie guided me through the process a very professional service with no hidden fees.

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Excellent, impressive service dealing with a tricky repossession case on a let property. Tessie Belton handled our case, she was extremely professional and helpful, taking time to explain all...

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Excellent experience, excellent communication. Tessie was brilliant. Clear explanation of legal terminology and the process involved in eviction of a tenant. The matter was thankfully resolved,...

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They had very good service and responded very quickly. If I need it, I will be back again. Thank you Tessie, you are the best!

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Tessie Belton was brilliant to work with, she was helpful knowledgeable, really clear. She helped and guided my very clearly and was up to date throughout. I highly recommend her and Setfords, and...

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Tessie Belton was brilliant from start to finish. Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend.

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Excellent service provided by James Wilkes, David Miers and Tessie Belton. They guided me through a very tricky case and negotiated terms I never imaged I’d get. They went beyond my expectations...

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Picked up the baton when my previous solicitor left me stranded: resolved my query within 24h and expedited the whole process! Cannot recommend them enough! Professional, upfront (no hidden costs) -...

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Over a 24 month period, dealing with a court case, a challenge to the case, Barrister support and sherrifs chasing a debtor, Setfords have been nothing short of outstanding. Fantastic advice,...

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Amazing, honest advice. Really guide you through the legal process and put your mind at ease. I can not recommend Tessie enough.

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