Albin & Co.

Albin & Co. Albin & Co. is a specialist solicitors firm in Reading offering legal advice on Criminal, Prison, Children and Family matters.

We are an independent law firm established in 2007 by Chris Albin, a former partner of Griffiths Robertson. Many of the original staff still remain, sharing Chris's vision for a a firm that represents the people, offering the highest level of service while ensuring that it retains a personal touch. The firm has grown over the years and now offers Family and Childcare Law, Prison Law and Court of P

rotection services as well as Crime and Mental Health. Our dynamic and dedicated solicitors offer a level of expertise and experience that is second to none. provides a 24 hour a day Police Station service. This service ensures that no matter what time of day a person is arrested, a member of our team can be there to advise and protect their legal rights, especially during an interview. We strive to tailor our service to the needs of the client. Our good reputation means that many clients are referred to us through word of mouth, and a very high percentage of our clients return to our practice in the event of them needing our help again.

We had a little visitor in the office to brighten the day!
12/03/2026

We had a little visitor in the office to brighten the day!

A wonderful review for Ruqayah Begum in our family and childcare law department.
05/03/2026

A wonderful review for Ruqayah Begum in our family and childcare law department.

05/03/2026

It was a pleasure to attend yesterday. We hope that everyone that attended and spoke to us found it informative and hopefully we will see some of you in the future.

How do you know you have been working together for a long time - turn up to work in matching outfits!Clearly the unoffic...
26/02/2026

How do you know you have been working together for a long time - turn up to work in matching outfits!

Clearly the unofficial Albin & Co uniform.

A wonderful review for Beth Vaughan.For all enquiries please call 0118 9574018.
24/02/2026

A wonderful review for Beth Vaughan.
For all enquiries please call 0118 9574018.

Happy Valentine's Day Everyone.We celebrated Galentine's Day in the office earlier this week by unwinding and bedazzling...
14/02/2026

Happy Valentine's Day Everyone.

We celebrated Galentine's Day in the office earlier this week by unwinding and bedazzling some books.

Working in law is an extremely stressful job but even though the rewards are worth it we still focus on doing activities as a team regularly to help with mindfulness and checking in with everyone on an informal basis.

Albin and Co Welcome Luke Cheshire to Our Family Law Team After completing his training contract with our firm and quali...
30/01/2026

Albin and Co Welcome Luke Cheshire to Our Family Law Team



After completing his training contract with our firm and qualifying as a solicitor, Luke wished to gain further experience at another local firm. We are pleased to announce that he is returning to join our firm in our busy family law department.



He is a dedicated and formidable solicitor with excellent reviews, who is respected by both clients and professional colleagues and has been described as professional, friendly and trustworthy.



For career opportunities or advice in criminal, family, prison or military law please contact us on 01189 574018.

Brilliant feedback for Beth Vaughan.For assistance in any criminal, family, prison or military law matters please call 0...
21/01/2026

Brilliant feedback for Beth Vaughan.

For assistance in any criminal, family, prison or military law matters please call 0118 9574018.

🌟 Outstanding service by Beth Vaughan at Albin & Co.!

A client praised Beth for her understanding, supportive, and professional approach, keeping them informed throughout and achieving the best possible outcome. 👏

Fantastic work, Beth!

All at Albin & Co wish you a merry Christmas and a happy New Year
23/12/2025

All at Albin & Co wish you a merry Christmas and a happy New Year

This year we chose to take part in The Oracle Giving Tree. The presents are wrapped by Connect Reading and delivered to ...
22/12/2025

This year we chose to take part in The Oracle Giving Tree.

The presents are wrapped by Connect Reading and delivered to the recipients so that everyone has something to open on Christmas morning.

Thank you to all of the Albin and Co team for helping us bring some joy to these children’s Christmas.

18/10/2025

🎉 Congratulations to Albin & Co. for achieving a 99% recommendation rate from client reviews! 🌟

Their unwavering dedication and commitment to going above and beyond for clients truly set them apart.

30/09/2025

Hiring - Receptionist Role

Full-time - Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm



Albin and Co Solicitors are a well-established Law firm in Reading providing services to clients for Criminal, Family, Children, Prison and Military Law.

We are based in Reading Town Centre with a high street store front location. Our receptionist is the first person to meet and greet clients that attend the firm. We are a firm that understands in a growing trend of remote working, many clients still prefer and benefit from in person contact with their Legal team and we pride ourselves in providing conference facilities for meetings.

We are looking for someone that wants to join our team, believes in great customer service and is committed to delivering a high level of performance in all tasks.

The role:

1. Answering incoming telephone calls, taking messages and dealing with enquiries where relevant

2. Welcoming clients/visitors to the office

3. Ensuring an office log is kept for staff and visitors for health and safety

4. Responsibility for conference rooms and reception and ensuring that they are tidy and well equipped

5. Maintaining relevant calendars and reception diary

6. Dealing with incoming and preparing outgoing post including franking

7. Scanning documents and preparing bundles

8. Opening new clients and case matters on the Case Management System (training will be provided)

9. Action emailed instructions

10. Preparing refreshments for client meetings and visitors

11. Be willing to complete a First Aid course

Individual requirements:

12. Experience in receptionist role or customer service

13. Excellent communication skills, both on telephone and in person

14. Ability to remain calm, manage and respond to difficult people or situations

15. Strong sense of discretion

16. Comfortable dealing with diverse pool of people

17. Engaging and professional

18. Capable of handling administrative tasks

19. Organised and able to prioritise work

20. Able to work independently

21. Professional presentation, self-confident and smartly dressed at all times

22. Understands the importance of, and has great, attention to detail

23. Good computer knowledge including Microsoft Word and Outlook

24. Good oral and written English with the ability to communicate at all levels

Employee Benefits

Pension contribution
Employee Assistance Programme

Long Service Rewards
Additional days leave on your birthday

Access to Bright HR which offers a range of benefits

We are an equal opportunities employer and believe that a diverse workforce nurtures excellence and makes us a great place to work,

For applications, please send your CV and a covering letter including salary expectation to [email protected]

Applications will be considered as they are received.

Address

46A West Street
Reading
RG11TZ

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+441189574018

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