Ascent Reviews 583

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.6

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Review summary

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Looking at 63 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently praise the staff for their exceptional helpfulness, understanding, and empathetic approach, making challenging situations much easier to navigate. Many people highlight the excellent customer service, noting that interactions are often described as professional, kind, and supportive, with staff going above and beyond to provide clear explanations and tailored advice. However, some customers also noted significant issues with the service, particularly concerning delays in payment processing and a lack of clear communication or accountability regarding these delays. A few other people also felt that the contact process was problematic, with instances of being disconnected or receiving conflicting information, leading to frustration and increased anxiety.

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Staff

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Customer service

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Service

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Customer communications

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Payment

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Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Mr Blore was excellent to work alongside in getting to a result that both parties were happy with. His information and help was clear and precise but delivered in a friendly way. This made getting t... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Whilst talking to Mary, she was extremely patient and understanding of what I am going. Taking the time to allow me to explain and giving me time to 'gather myself'. Mary gave me important informatio... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Everyone I spoke too has gone above and beyond what I have expected.there were compassionate and understanding , and did everything were could too help resolve the situation.the one lady I spoke too... See more

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Company details

  1. Money & Insurance

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Established in 2009, Ascent Performance Group Ltd is one of the UK’s largest specialist debt recovery law firms. The firm has experience across all major areas of debt recovery, collections, mediation, litigation, field services, enforcement, and mortgage lender services. Our clients consist of many of the UK’s leading players in banking, including both secured and unsecured lenders, together with other global and UK blue-chip companies in the private sector.


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4.6

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

583 reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I was informed about the arrears

I was informed about the arrears, and let my estranged wife know severe of the situation
The person I spoke to was very joyful to talk to, and understanding of the situation

5 January 2026
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Reply from Ascent

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us, I will share the feedback with the colleague you spoke with.
Kind regards,
Kim Phethean
Customer Experience Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent help with my problem avoiding…

Excellent help with my problem avoiding misery and a fresh start for the new year

24 December 2025
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Reply from Ascent

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us, I will share your feedback with the colleague you have spoken with.

Kind regards,
Kim Phethean
Customer Experience Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Claire McCusker Was courteous

Claire McCusker Was courteous, professional and totally understanding of the situation.

10 December 2025
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Reply from Ascent

Thank you for sharing your experience with our Claire! I will of course share your kind comments with her and her team.

Kind regards,
Kim Phethean
Customer Experience Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Vanessa Emeordi Showed great warmth and…

Vanessa Emeordi Showed great warmth and understanding on the call today. She made a difficult situation much easier and gave reassurances throughout. A credit to your team

27 November 2025
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Reply from Ascent

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us, I will pass on the feedback to Vanessa and her team.

Kind regards,
Kim Phethean
Customer Experience Team.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very helpful and friendly and efficient…

Very helpful and friendly and efficient helpful staff re a22062048164

21 November 2025
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Reply from Ascent

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience, please can you provide a case reference so that I can share the feedback with the colleagues that have supported you?
Kind regards,
Kim Phethean
Customer Experience Team.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Lovely lady really great help

Lovely lady really great help

21 November 2025
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Reply from Ascent

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience, please can you provide a case reference so that I can share your feedback with the colleague who supported you?
Kind regards,
Kim Phethean
Customer Experience Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The lady was nice.

The lady was nice and very understanding. She was very clear in explaining the questions she was asking and was nice and calm.

6 November 2025
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Reply from Ascent

Thank you for sharing your experience, can you provide me with an account reference so that I can review and share your feedback with the colleagues you spoke with?

Kind regards,
Kim Phethean

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent customer service

A very helpful meeting which opened my eyes to options I didn’t no was there. Sarah was extremely polite and I can’t thank her enough for her time.

5 November 2025
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Reply from Ascent

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience, I will share your comments with Sarah.

Kind regards,
Kim Phethean

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Sorry I can not remember her name but spoke on multiple times

Everyone I spoke too has gone above and beyond what I have expected.there were compassionate and understanding , and did everything were could too help resolve the situation.the one lady I spoke too on a number of the times was very helpful and I often felt she was going above and beyond. Please keep this up (as I work in the catering industry,were service is important and understanding of guest needs)

5 November 2025
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Reply from Ascent

Thank you for taking your time to share your experience with us! I will be sure to pass this feedback on to the colleagues you have spoken with since we have been managing your case file.

Kind regards,
Kim Phethean

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Call in to resolve

I spoke to a dear chap named Nihad. A very helpful polite and understanding young man. I am most obliged and grateful for his thoughtful and kind handling of my case.
It is best to pick up the phone and discuss a tricky situation to navigate out of itrather than burying ones head in sand! My experience couldnt be bettered! Well done and many thanks to Nihad!!

4 November 2025
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Reply from Ascent

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us. I will of course, share this feedback with Nihad!

Kind regards,
Kim Phethean
Customer Experience Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent care and attention

Excellent care and attention

4 November 2025
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Reply from Ascent

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience, I will share with the colleagues that have worked on your case file.

Kind regards,
Kim Phethean
Customer Experience Team.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent job

Malick has done an excellent job. She was very helpful and attentive, answering all my questions patiently and knowledgeably, and helping me find a suitable solution.

28 October 2025
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Reply from Ascent

Thankyou for taking the time to share your experience with Malick, I wills share the feedback with her.

Kind regards,
Kim Phethean
Customer Experience Team.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Claire was extremely helpful and went…

Claire was extremely helpful and went through the process and options that I had. She was understanding of my situation and spent a long time assisting me with a payment proposal.

Many thanks.

24 September 2025
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Reply from Ascent

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience, I will of course share your feedback with Claire.

Kind regards
Kimberly Phethean
Customer Experience Team.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Exceptional customer service

Thank you so much to Santia at ascent. Absolutely superb customer service from start to finish. I became a little overwhelmed on the call but your calm and patience and keeping me on line and helping me to find a resolution I am so grateful, it was above and beyond. Thank you so so much.

15 October 2025
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Reply from Ascent

Thank you so much for sharing your experience. I would be grateful if you could provide a reference so that I can share your comments with the colleague.
Kind regards,
Kim Phethean
Customer Experience Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Adeole was excellent

Adeole was excellent! Really understanding and empathetic. He did everything to assure me and calm me down about my situation.

25 September 2025
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Reply from Ascent

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience, please can you provide a reference so that I can share your experience with the colleague involved.

Thanks
Kim Phethean
Customer Experience Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Temi is an amazing legal advisor…

Temi is an amazing legal advisor attentive and understanding whilst providing a professional service.
You need more staff like this because it helps our journey through difficult times

23 September 2025
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Reply from Ascent

Thank you for sharing your experience with us! I will sure to share this feedback with Temi and the team!

Kind regards,
Kimberly Phethean
Customer Experience Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My experience with Kadi at Ascent Law

Excellent service and listening skills, resolved my issue promptly.

18 September 2025
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Reply from Ascent

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience and write such as lovely review for Kadi, we will be sure to share this with her and her line manager.

Kind regards,
Kimberly Phethean
Customer Experience Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Vanessa was really helpful and…

Vanessa was really helpful and understanding when I explained my situation, she helped deal with the matter I was facing, she listened to everything I said and was very reassuring and understanding. She also helped me set up a payment plan. Thank you for your help today Vanessa. I appreciate you listening to me and resolving my issue today.

17 September 2025
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Reply from Ascent

Thank you so much for sharing your feedback on your experience with Vanessa, I'll pass this information on to her and her manager.

Kind regards,
Kimberly Phethean
Customer Experience Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It was really good experience in the…Ascenti physios

It was really good experience in the physio for my treatment.
Mr Ajay Joshi gave me the excellent explanation and advices.
The stretching exercises which given me really great results.
I am do happy to suggest to my friends and family.

16 September 2025
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Reply from Ascent

Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback, to assist our review of your experience, please can you provide your Ascent reference.
Kind regards,
Kim Phethean
Customer Experience Team.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Claire has been terrific

Claire has been terrific. Very understanding and sympathetic. Will listen and offer support where it is needed. She has given me confidence to get things moving forward in a very difficult situation.

15 September 2025
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Reply from Ascent

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience, i will pass on your comments to Claire and her team leader.

Kind regards,
Kimberly Phethean
Customer Experience Team

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