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    Thank you for your hard work… and friendly and clear communications whenever I spoke to you on the telephone.

    • Date: March 15, 2024
    • Client: M Webb
    • Team: Commercial Property
    • Lawyer: Verity Mizen

    Just a note to thank you both for your hard work regarding the sale of my property. It was lovely to meet you and I thank you for guiding me through this experience. I am very grateful. 

    • Date: March 14, 2024
    • Client: Maralyn
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Hayley Holland

    Just a note to thank you both for your hard work regarding the sale of the above named property. It was lovely to meet you and I thank you for guiding me through this experience I am very grateful

    • Date: March 14, 2024
    • Client: Maralyn
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Emma Bottomley

    I used Caron Abbott of the Sherborne branch for the conveyancing on both the sale and purchase of properties. I can't speak highly enough of her and the service provided over what was a very elongated process. Always friendly, professional, efficient and by far in a way the best I've used. Highly recommend. 

    • Date: March 11, 2024
    • Client: Rory
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Caron Abbott

    We have greatly appreciated your kind help in piloting us through the stressful business of house buying and selling.  All your communications were extremely clear and helpful, leaving us confident we were in good hands.  It's so easy to look back and wonder why we found it daunting when the outcomes were so smooth.

    • Date: March 11, 2024
    • Client: David & Sue
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Zara Davies

    We have greatly appreciated your kind help in piloting us through the stressful business of house buying and selling.  All your communications were extremely clear and helpful, leaving us confident we were in good hands.  It's so easy to look back and wonder why we found it daunting when the outcomes were so smooth.

    • Date: March 11, 2024
    • Client: David & Sue
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Kirstie Headon

    Thank you for all the work that you and your team have done to finalise this sale. I have been very pleased with the service which you have provided. It has been dealt with very in a very efficient way. 

    • Date: March 8, 2024
    • Client: Peter
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Jenny Shepherd

    My uncle was moving house for the first time in 46 years and it was a lot less stressful thanks to Katie Hunt and her team. The buyer caused a lot of complications throughout the transaction, especially on completion day and Katie was calm, efficient and responsive throughout. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her and the team at Porter Dodson. Thank you!

    • Date: March 8, 2024
    • Client: Residential Property Client
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Katie Hunt

    I just wanted to thank you for all you did for me and my children, words will never be enough for how grateful I am.

    • Date: March 7, 2024
    • Client: Family Client
    • Team: Family
    • Lawyer: Jodi Street

    You are not only fabulous people, Helen & Jill, but also exceptional and brilliant professionals! Huge thanks from all our family.

    • Date: March 6, 2024
    • Client: Property Litigation Client
    • Team: Dispute Resolution
    • Lawyer: Helen Williams

    I would like to thank Paul Watkins in Bridport for helping me write my new Will. From the first time I saw him, he was very approachable and at the same time very professional. He made me feel at ease and was a pleasure to deal with him. The matter was dealt with very promptly and accurately. 

    • Date: March 6, 2024
    • Client: Mrs W
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Paul Watkins

    Once again can I thank you for all your hard work,  it was an extremely stressful time which was made a lot easier by your efforts.

    • Date: March 5, 2024
    • Client: Paul
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Kirstie Headon

    Thank you so much for all your hard work getting this over the line for us, especially with some of the tight timeframes! It's been great working with you and we will certainly recommend Porter Dodson in the future.

    • Date: March 5, 2024
    • Client: Residential Property Client
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Katie Hunt

    Really good, quick straight answers, care about their job and people who need them. Can’t say anything wrong, just proper solicitors!

    • Date: March 4, 2024
    • Client: Residential Property Client
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Katie Hunt

    You have been so patient with us and I really appreciate all your kindness and tolerance.

    • Date: March 4, 2024
    • Client: Residential Property Client
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Hayley Holland

    Professional and approachable, with the right level of empathy and understanding.

    • Date: February 29, 2024
    • Client: Mr Batt
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Michael Fitzgerald

    Professional and approachable, with the right level of empathy and understanding.

    • Date: February 29, 2024
    • Client: Mr Batt
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Nour Abdel

    I would just like to take this opportunity to thank you for everything you have done during the process of my case. Your efforts were greatly appreciated.

    • Date: February 29, 2024
    • Client: Family Client
    • Team: Family
    • Lawyer: Karen Watts

    I wanted to commend Will on the highly professional way in which he has acted on my late mother's behalf. His professional advice has been clear, concise and accurate and his practical advice on how best to proceed has been equally clear and astute at every turn of events over the past twelve months. I also wanted to thank Will and Porter Dodson for the exceptional standard of client care that Will has shown throughout this process, he has handled matters with exemplary professionalism and great sensitivity.

    • Date: February 28, 2024
    • Client: Mark
    • Team: Dispute Resolution
    • Lawyer: Will Bartley

    Thanks again for everything you’ve done it’s been brilliant in comparison to our previous experience and will definitely use yourself again for any further purchases and sales.

    • Date: February 28, 2024
    • Client: Chris
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Kirstie Headon

    After so many delays and complications with my name Change Deed  I was so relieved to be treated with such efficiency and understanding. All my worries were put to rest and I felt in safe hands at last.  I highly recommend Porter Dodson and would not hesitate to contact Zoe Gaitskell again for any legal matters that might arise.

    • Date: February 27, 2024
    • Client: Mrs K
    • Team: Family
    • Lawyer: Zoe Gaitskell

    Extremely happy with the support and guidance provided by Sarah Cook during a redundancy process. Advice was clear, concise and very much based on past experience - highly recommend seeking advice from Porter Dodson if you're unfortunate enough to need to negotiate severance from your employer.

    • Date: February 23, 2024
    • Client: Mr L Dalton
    • Team: Employment
    • Lawyer: Sarah Cook

    Divorce is a painful time, however Zoe was always there at the end of the phone, providing prompt responses to emails and taking me through the process. I have no hesitation in highly recommending Zoe (and her wonderful supporting colleagues).

    • Date: February 22, 2024
    • Client: Warren
    • Team: Family
    • Lawyer: Zoe Gaitskell

    Clare Sanderson has provided us with a very professional & efficient service. She immediately understood our initial request, her advice was clear and appropriate & she was able to answer any queries in a timely manner. We always felt supported and would have no hesitation in recommending her and Porter Dodson Wellington

    • Date: February 21, 2024
    • Client: Private Client
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Clare Sanderson

    We just wanted to reach out to say a big thank you for your support with our sale. Really appreciated and glad we got there eventually.

    • Date: February 20, 2024
    • Client: Immy
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Kirstie Headon

    So far, so very good. After a year of litigation, which is proving to be both emotionally challenging and mentally exhausting, I have nothing but praise for the family team. I thank goodness that they were recommend to me. Real depth of expertise and experience.

    • Date: February 16, 2024
    • Client: Paul
    • Team: Family
    • Lawyer: Ellen Saunders

    Responsive, Supportive, Clear, Knowledgeable, Understanding, Act with integrity.

    • Date: February 16, 2024
    • Client: Mr A Fowler
    • Team: Employment
    • Lawyer: Kate Shawcross

    I wish to thank you for everything you have done in working towards the purchase of the property - particularly also dealing with the defects in the lease. Thank you to both you and Emma Bottomley who has also handled my case, you have both been exceptional in dealing with this and I fully intend to go with your company again the next time I intend to purchase. 

    • Date: February 13, 2024
    • Client: Ashley
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Hayley Holland

    After the sad passing of my father I engaged the services of Porter Dodson to help me with his will and the selling of his house. I cannot recommend this company highly enough. I was treated with upmost compassion and the whole process was made very easy for me. For any future legal issues I may need help with, I will always make PD my first choice. I can highly recommend Anna Shore as a contact for similar issues.

    • Date: February 12, 2024
    • Client: Andy
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Anna Shore

    I first met Michael in 2019 and found him extremely efficient and courteous. I then lost him and luckily found him again when he took over the administration of my dear friend. He showed great patience and understanding. I shall continue to use Porter Dodson again.

    • Date: February 9, 2024
    • Client: Private Client
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Michael Fitzgerald

    Thank you for all your hard work on our behalf. Rest assured I will be using Porter Dodson again if the need arises.

    • Date: February 6, 2024
    • Client: Residential Property Client
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Katie Hunt

    I've found that Michael and his secretary Melanie very efficient in dealing with probate and administering my late father's will. Very approachable and reply to queries usually within 24 hours.

    • Date: February 6, 2024
    • Client: S Chadwick
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Michael Fitzgerald
    Your patient and wise advice during my recent divorce ensured that the sad process was completed as painlessly as possible.
    • Date: February 5, 2024
    • Client: Mr D New
    • Team: Family
    • Lawyer: Zoe Gaitskell

    I have had Charlotte Bowdidge as my family solicitor since April last year and I can honestly say that she is an absolutely lovely and helpful person. I would also like to mention Lauren Hole as she was also very helpful. Both of them are very good at putting you at ease and have a very nice demeanor. I would highly recommend this firm and especially the ladies I have mentioned.

    • Date: January 31, 2024
    • Client: Family Client
    • Team: Family
    • Lawyer: Charlotte Bowdidge

    I would like to thank you, Kirstie and Karen for all your help on my purchase and my sale and for your advice regarding all the required information needed from the management companies before proceeding. I do feel that I was fully informed by you and understood completely what was required and why. 

    • Date: January 24, 2024
    • Client: Sally
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Zara Davies

    I would like to thank you, Zara and Karen for all your help on my purchase and my sale and for your advice regarding all the required information needed from the management companies before proceeding. I do feel that I was fully informed by you and understood completely what was required and why. 

    • Date: January 24, 2024
    • Client: Sally
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Kirstie Headon

    We were pleased to use Porter Dodson again for various transactions. Steve Farnham and Laura Chamberlain have again demonstrated their in depth experience, professionalism and very high standards of service. We would recommend them without doubt.

    • Date: January 23, 2024
    • Client: Stephen
    • Team: Commercial Property
    • Lawyer: Steve Farnham

    I highly recommend Porter Dodson's services for commercial conveyancing, particularly for Poundbury and Dorchester properties. Steve Farnham and Charlotte Westwood have been supremely quick, rigorous and informative throughout the process. Their knowledge and clear explanations have made a complex process easy to navigate. I feel they offer excellent value and, given the opportunity, I would not hesitate to work with them again.

    • Date: January 16, 2024
    • Client: Lulu
    • Team: Commercial Property
    • Lawyer: Steve Farnham

    Just a quick note to thank you very much indeed for all the legal work carried out to effect the sale of my late sister’s property. From my point of view everything went very smoothly for which I am extremely grateful. 

    • Date: January 16, 2024
    • Client: Mary
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Zara Davies

    We are most grateful to Michelle Wilson and Bethany O'Hare for their service and clarification regarding the terms of the restrictive covenant led to a straight-forward conclusion which instantly resolved our enquiry.

    • Date: January 12, 2024
    • Client: Residential Property Client
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Michelle Wilson

    I have been extremely well supported during a very challenging time by Charlotte Cole from Porter Dodson. I have received responses to my questions and concerns in a very efficient manner, which has been very reassuring. Furthermore, I have been very impressed about the depth of knowledge from Charlotte, regarding my Power of Attorney application. I will be definitely using Porter Dodson again.

    • Date: January 10, 2024
    • Client: Katherine
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Charlotte Cole

    Many thanks for all you did, you kept us in the picture at all times and were always happy to answer any of our questions and see us when we popped in and kept us as sane as possible during the sale and buying of our properties.

    • Date: January 9, 2024
    • Client: A & R
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Sonya Bailey

    Many thanks for enabling a smooth transition in what could have been a fraught situation. You both have my gratitude and appreciation. 

    • Date: January 9, 2024
    • Client: Simon
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Zara Davies

    I wish to offer my sincere thanks to Michael Fitzgerald, Helen Legg, Peter Cooke and anyone else who worked on the team dealing with my late brother's estate at Porter Dodson LLP. Their professionalism was clearly obvious and their communication with me was appropriately concise and informative. I have no hesitation in recommending them all and the firm of Porter Dodson to others.

    • Date: January 8, 2024
    • Client: G Houghton
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Michael Fitzgerald

    I would like to express my gratitude to Caron and Shona for the professional way you have handled the legal conveyance of this property to my buyer. You were able to handle the various questions and issues which arose during this process quickly and efficiently, and I always felt that you were looking after my interests in this matter.  

    Well done and thank you. 

    • Date: January 8, 2024
    • Client: G Pay
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Caron Abbott

    We would like to thank Michelle and Sonya for all that you have done for us. You certainly were able to put us at ease through the process, and I am in particular most grateful how you quickly found an acceptable solution to the planning/building control issue when it was raised in the enquiries. 

    • Date: January 4, 2024
    • Client: Residential Property Client
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Michelle Wilson

    Thankyou to you and Hayley for your help though the process.

    • Date: January 3, 2024
    • Client: David Sheppy
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Emma Bottomley

    I came to Porter Dodson to make a Will with Paul Watkins. Immediately on entering the offices and greeted by the receptionist, Jackie, the atmosphere felt friendly. Paul was extremely helpful and gave me excellent advice. He was also a very attentive listener. Paul drafted the Will quickly and efficiently. He gave me first class service and I thoroughly recommend Porter Dodson.

    • Date: December 21, 2023
    • Client: Mrs G
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Paul Watkins

    You made it easy because of your approach, especially in terms of client care. You were a joy to work with. I can count on one hand the number of solicitors I have met in 25 years of being in this business, who are as good as you are.

    • Date: December 15, 2023
    • Client: Commercial Property Client
    • Team: Commercial Property
    • Lawyer: Victoria Walker
    Thank you to everyone at Porter Dodson, both conveyancing and TOLATA, for all of your help and support.
    • Date: December 15, 2023
    • Client: Residential Property Client
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Michelle Wilson

    Michelle, Beckie and Sonya were absolutely amazing, always willing to help. I felt cared for which is rare in this day and age. Genuinely top notch. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend them at all. Huge thanks.

    • Date: December 8, 2023
    • Client: A Barton
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Michelle Wilson

    I would also like to thank Katie Hunt for dealing with the Assent for my late uncle’s estate. All I can say that if Michael and Katie are a reflection of Porter Dodson, they are in good hands!

    • Date: December 7, 2023
    • Client: Y Williams
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Katie Hunt

    I was confronted with a very stressful situation, being the sole executor of a Will. Michael Fitzgerald and his colleagues not only showed empathy and compassion but dealt with the execution of the Will promptly and kept me informed throughout the probate process. I would have no hesitation in using Porter Dodson again for any legal needs. 

    • Date: December 7, 2023
    • Client: Y Williams
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Michael Fitzgerald

    Many thanks Karen and all at Porter Dodson who were involved in 2 years of help and support as I sold/bought my new home.

    • Date: December 7, 2023
    • Client: Family Client
    • Team: Family
    • Lawyer: Karen Watts

    To Helen and her hard working team, many thanks for all your help. 

    • Date: December 5, 2023
    • Client: A & F Steel
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Helen Legg

    Thank you so much Will, as an agent I may well be back in touch with you as I seldom found anybody as good as yourself and as easy to understand. Thank you.

    • Date: December 4, 2023
    • Client: Property Litigation Client
    • Team: Dispute Resolution
    • Lawyer: Will Bartley

    The service we have received has been great. You have been very clear with explaining next stages via a phone call which is helpful for me which makes it more personable experience and you have also maintained good contact.

    • Date: November 30, 2023
    • Client: DR Client
    • Team: Dispute Resolution
    • Lawyer: Tara Searle

    Just wanted to email and say a massive thank you! We are so grateful to you both for all you've done for buying and selling for us lately. You have been so kind towards us and always happy to help when it feels like we email you all the time. There is no doubt I am sure we will be back in touch at a later date for your help.

    • Date: November 29, 2023
    • Client: D Maggs
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Jenny Shepherd
    We were extremely pleased with the quality of service that Matthew and Porter Dodson provided and how simply and discreetly they handled the sale for us.
    • Date: November 29, 2023
    • Client: Jonathan
    • Team: Corporate Commercial
    • Lawyer: Matthew Jackson

    Porter Dodson were appointed as both Executors and Trustees by my late cousin. On his death, the will was finally located and Stephanie McCulloch was assigned the task of administrating the estate. Over a three year period she has provided excellent professional service in a calm inclusive and friendly manner - briefing and consulting next of kin as appropriate. Throughout it has been a pleasure to be guided by Stephanie and we would have no hesitation in recommending Porter Dodson.

    • Date: November 20, 2023
    • Client: H Botfield
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Stephanie McCulloch

    Thank you for all the work you did to make sure my property transactions went smoothly. 

    • Date: November 17, 2023
    • Client: T Cook
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Helen Legg

    Just a quick note to say a massive thank you, to you and your team, for the most efficient way you all dealt with mums move. It was a pleasure dealing with you, and when our own house sale goes through, I’ll ask you to handle that as well.

    • Date: November 17, 2023
    • Client: P Holbrook
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Robert Coppard

    Well organised, quick to respond to my needs and able to respond with knowledge and understanding. I was lucky to be recommended by the previous owner of this flat when we moved to the South West. 

    • Date: November 16, 2023
    • Client: M Belcher
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Michael Fitzgerald
    We needed to get our Wills in place and after two bad experiences with other firms, we made an appointment with Paul Watkins at the Bridport branch. He was professional, made the process very easy and was quick at getting everything in place for us. I would definitely recommend his services and will be using him again for any future legal requirements.
    • Date: November 13, 2023
    • Client: Z Miles
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Paul Watkins
    Thank you and Helen Williams so much for your hard work. 
    • Date: November 13, 2023
    • Client: JB
    • Team: Dispute Resolution
    • Lawyer: Lucy-Mae Taylor
    We received excellent service from Porter Dodson Solicitors and in particular from Robert Coppard. He exceeded our expectations by being very professional and understanding. No task was too difficult for him to handle. We experienced a tough time during the sale of our house which fell through. Robert helped us to get back on our feet again and made sure that the house sale went through. We would highly recommend Robert and Porter Dodson for anyone buying or selling properties.
    • Date: November 8, 2023
    • Client: D & T Smith
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Robert Coppard
    When we went to Porter Dodson to get help with sorting out my wife's estate for probate we were directed to Anna. Anna talked us through the procedure and gave us an estimate of what her charges would be to sort out the probate for us, which we accepted. When the final bill from Anna arrived it was half of her original quote, the reason being she explained was that she did not have as much work as she originally thought. Thank you Anna and Porter Dodson, you have really restored my faith in solicitors.
    • Date: November 8, 2023
    • Client: Mr Maloney
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Anna Shore

    We were extremely pleased with the quality of service that you provided and how well you handled the sale for us.

    • Date: November 6, 2023
    • Client: J Varney
    • Team: Corporate Commercial
    • Lawyer: Remziye Aldogan
    This firm is A* and above, after being with another firm for a year and a half Sam and Ellen exceeds expectations. The attention to detail, understanding and helping me as a client with severe anxiety, they are golden. I would highly recommend this firm through and through. Sam as the solicitor understands all your concerns and Ellen as the Barrister were just the team I needed. Thank you so much!
    • Date: November 1, 2023
    • Client: Victoria
    • Team: Family
    • Lawyer: Samantha Smith

    I just want to thank Karen Watts. Karen was marvellous, so easy to speak to, explained things I didn't understand yet always professional. Can't thank or praise her enough.  

    • Date: November 1, 2023
    • Client: Family Client
    • Team: Family
    • Lawyer: Karen Watts
    Quick responses, and a supportive and understanding approach and manner. Thank you.
    • Date: October 25, 2023
    • Client: Employment Client
    • Team: Employment
    • Lawyer: Sarah Cook
    From our very first phone call, we felt very happy for Sarah to handle our wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney. Her attention to detail was exemplary and she clearly and plainly answered our many questions. Never once did we feel we were under pressure. She made the whole process so straightforward and we have achieved everything and more from the exercise. We can wholeheartedly recommend Sarah and Porter Dodson.
    • Date: October 25, 2023
    • Client: Mr J & Mrs N Mason
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Sarah Stone

    I was very impressed with the level of service I received from Paul. All of his help made a very painful time bearable. Thank you so much. 

    • Date: October 24, 2023
    • Client: C Cleghorn
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Paul Watkins

    Porter Dodson did the conveyancing when we moved house recently and we were really pleased with the excellent service that they provided. Everything was explained clearly and in simple language, their response to queries was prompt and we were confident that they were always on top of the detail. All in all a very efficient and effective service and one that we wouldn't hesitate to recommend.

    • Date: October 23, 2023
    • Client: Colin
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Steve Dunkerton

    Evelyn provides immediate responses to any and all queries and is able to simplify and explain matters that are way outside our normal business concerns.

    • Date: October 20, 2023
    • Client: Chambers UK 2024
    • Team: Corporate Commercial
    • Lawyer: Evelyn Adfield

    She is a no-nonsense practitioner, a hard-nosed tactician and very commercially minded.

    • Date: October 20, 2023
    • Client: Chambers UK 2024
    • Team: Family
    • Lawyer: Cathryn Smith

    He has a great ability to cut through to the core of the issue.

    • Date: October 20, 2023
    • Client: Chambers UK 2024
    • Team: Family
    • Lawyer: Richard Baker

    Evelyn is an exceptional lawyer. She has amazing drafting and review skills.

    • Date: October 20, 2023
    • Client: Chambers UK 2024
    • Team: Corporate Commercial
    • Lawyer: Evelyn Adfield

    Evelyn was fantastic and will remain a key adviser to us on anything in the future. I would recommend her to anyone.

    • Date: October 20, 2023
    • Client: Chambers UK 2024
    • Team: Corporate Commercial
    • Lawyer: Evelyn Adfield

    Rebecca is a very knowledgeable, highly skilled and motivated advocate.

    • Date: October 20, 2023
    • Client: Chambers UK 2024
    • Team: Family
    • Lawyer: Rebecca Marshall

    He is outstandingly capable, caring, measured, calm and sensible.

    • Date: October 20, 2023
    • Client: Chambers UK 2024
    • Team: Family
    • Lawyer: Richard Baker

    He is very hard-working and determined.

    • Date: October 20, 2023
    • Client: Chambers UK 2024
    • Team: Family
    • Lawyer: Richard Baker

    He offers a great blend of experience and tactical awareness.

    • Date: October 20, 2023
    • Client: Chambers UK 2024
    • Team: Family
    • Lawyer: Richard Baker

    I was buying a property and needed the work done quickly. Steve Farnham assisted by Charlotte Westwood got the job done from instruction to Exchange of contract, in a week! That's what I call an efficient solicitor.

    • Date: October 19, 2023
    • Client: John
    • Team: Commercial Property
    • Lawyer: Steve Farnham

    The service and advice given to me by Hayley Holland and her assistant Emma Bottomley, took me effortlessly through the process of selling and buying my properties. I cannot recommend them highly enough and will certainly use their services in the future, should I need them for conveyancing or other matters.

    • Date: October 13, 2023
    • Client: Pam
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Hayley Holland

    My partner and I wished to update our wills and to put in place Power of Attorney. Michael Fitzgerald took us through the process for each, and was approachable, knowledgeable and very thorough throughout. We felt he had a genuine interest in making the best arrangements for us. We were happy with Porter Dodson's service when we made our original wills some years ago but our recent experience has very much confirmed to us that these are very safe hands.

    • Date: October 13, 2023
    • Client: Judith
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Michael Fitzgerald

    I used Caron Abbott in the Sherborne branch for my conveyancing. Of the 3 moves and 3 different solicitors I have used, Caron was by far the best. My sale was made particularly difficult by my buyers incompetent solicitor however, Caron was always quick to respond, knew exactly where things were, was always professional and was extremely efficient. 

    • Date: October 10, 2023
    • Client: Rory
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Caron Abbott

    Emma was extremely efficient and we would highly recommend her. She was excellent at communicating the process and outcomes. Very pleased with her service and professionalism.

    • Date: October 9, 2023
    • Client: Conveyancing Client
    • Team: Commercial Property
    • Lawyer: Emma Starr

    Thank you very much for your help in achieving this result.

    • Date: October 6, 2023
    • Client: Property Litigation Client
    • Team: Dispute Resolution
    • Lawyer: Helen Williams

    Laura Roper has a logical mind and is clear in her communication and guidance.

    • Date: October 6, 2023
    • Client: Legal 500 UK 2024
    • Team: Employment
    • Lawyer: Laura Roper

    David Culshaw is an outstanding corporate lawyer, quickly gets the issues, is responsive and communicates effectively.

    • Date: October 6, 2023
    • Client: Legal 500 UK 2024
    • Team: Corporate Commercial
    • Lawyer: David Culshaw

    David has the ability to listen, sympathise and has a can-do attitude.

    • Date: October 6, 2023
    • Client: Legal 500 UK 2024
    • Team: Corporate Commercial
    • Lawyer: David Culshaw

    Zoe Gaitskell is a class act; able to provide insightful advice at an early stage, saving clients huge amounts in costs and resolving conflicts that seemed intractable. In the financial remedies space Zoe is diligent, accurate and persistent, working effectively to secure outcomes for her clients that achieve their goals. She is known for her keen eye for detail and client-friendly manner. A local superstar.

    • Date: October 6, 2023
    • Client: Legal 500 UK 2024
    • Team: Family
    • Lawyer: Zoe Gaitskell

    Rebecca Marshall is an extremely able advocate, she has vast experience and is always aware of new case law and factors that in to her advice. She is thorough and very professional. She gives advice and responds proactively to instructions given.

    • Date: October 6, 2023
    • Client: Legal 500 UK 2024
    • Team: Family
    • Lawyer: Rebecca Marshall

    Amanda Jones has been a family practitioner specialising in Divorce and Children matters for over 20 years and has a wealth of knowledge (both practical and legal) which she brings to all matters. She has substantial experience with high net worth cases and individuals and regularly undertakes work involving business and international aspects.

    • Date: October 6, 2023
    • Client: Legal 500 UK 2024
    • Team: Family
    • Lawyer: Amanda Jones

    Ben Hingley has helped me with advice on land transfers and land sales and personal legalities over many years and has always had a very professional and understanding manner.

    • Date: October 6, 2023
    • Client: Legal 500 UK 2024
    • Team: Commercial Property
    • Lawyer: Ben Hingley

    We mainly deal with Gemma Lindegaard for all our enquiries. Gemma is absolutely fantastic, always available to help, whether it’s via phone or email.

    • Date: October 6, 2023
    • Client: Legal 500 UK 2024
    • Team: Commercial Property
    • Lawyer: Gemma Lindegaard

    Chris Green is a quietly very able and intelligent contentious probate lawyer.

    • Date: October 6, 2023
    • Client: Legal 500 UK 2024
    • Team: Contested Wills Trusts and Estates
    • Lawyer: Chris Green

    The private client team at Porter Dodson have always provided a high level of service to our mutual clients. We feel confident recommending them. The team is led well by Sharon Collier and do seem to function very well as a team, which is important.

    • Date: October 6, 2023
    • Client: Legal 500 UK 2024
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Sharon Collier

    Sharon Collier is very knowledgeable and hard-working. She gives excellent customer service despite her high workloads.

    • Date: October 6, 2023
    • Client: Legal 500 UK 2024
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Sharon Collier

    Sarah Stone is the stand-out partner for me. She’s excellent, no hesitation in recommending to her. 

    • Date: October 6, 2023
    • Client: Legal 500 UK 2024
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Sarah Stone

    Laura Roper is experienced, professional and always happy to support – no matter the situation. She understands the issues within the educational sector and always talks things through clearly and with the ability to make something complicated seem more simple and straightforward.

    • Date: October 6, 2023
    • Client: Legal 500 UK 2024
    • Team: Employment
    • Lawyer: Laura Roper

    Evelyn Adfield is a superb communicator and brilliant at making complex matters outside our expertise simple and concise. Willing to listen and put in time and effort to help us articulate what we need when we do not know the terminology or language involved.

    • Date: October 6, 2023
    • Client: Legal 500 UK 2024
    • Team: Corporate Commercial
    • Lawyer: Evelyn Adfield

    Supportive but challenging approach, backed by good technical knowledge and excellent communication skills. Evelyn Adfield is exceptional.

    • Date: October 6, 2023
    • Client: Legal 500 UK 2024
    • Team: Corporate Commercial
    • Lawyer: Evelyn Adfield

    I dealt with the same person throughout, David Culshaw, who was excellent. Very friendly, level-headed, and professional.

    • Date: October 6, 2023
    • Client: Legal 500 UK 2024
    • Team: Corporate Commercial
    • Lawyer: David Culshaw

    Julia Perrins is a partner predominantly operating out of the Taunton Office. She is extremely calm and quick to grasp even the most complex financial matters with ease. Her demeanor provides client’s reassurance that they are in good hands at every stage of their case.

    • Date: October 6, 2023
    • Client: Legal 500 UK 2024
    • Team: Family
    • Lawyer: Julia Perrins

    Sharon Collier’s combination of ability and excellent bedside manner make her a stand-out in the firm.

    • Date: October 6, 2023
    • Client: Legal 500 UK 2024
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Sharon Collier

    Jenni Porteous should be praised for her work ethic. She always puts the client first and ensures she gives good, succinct advice.

    • Date: October 6, 2023
    • Client: Legal 500 UK 2024
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Jenni Porteous

    I required a solicitor to help me through pre-court proceedings for myself and my very young child. Lauren Hole has been consistently supportive, caring and kind over the last 6 months. One thing I would like to stress, is how absolutely non judgemental she has been through this incredibly difficult time. Which I'm extremely grateful for. It truly highlights her professionalism. 

    • Date: October 4, 2023
    • Client: Family Client
    • Team: Family
    • Lawyer: Lauren Hole

    I would like to say a big thank you to yourself and Danielle Luke for all your hard work. My wife and I will be eternally grateful to you and your team. Thank you again.

    • Date: October 4, 2023
    • Client: Lee
    • Team: Contested Wills Trusts and Estates
    • Lawyer: Chris Green

    Porter Dodson were recommended to me and I was fortunate to be assigned Vicki Thyer who was just what I needed. She was a beacon of strength during a very difficult time, was gentle but efficient, friendly yet the consummate professional. I was so impressed and appreciative of her service I was later happy to utilise Porter Dodson again for the selling of the house and purchase of another. 

    • Date: October 3, 2023
    • Client: Private Client
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Vicki Thyer

    Katie Hunt dealt with all the legalities and I have been extremely grateful for excellent service from a friendly, efficient and approachable professional. I will soon be utilising Porter Dodson again to create my Will. You are in very safe hands with this company.

    • Date: October 3, 2023
    • Client: Residential Property Client
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Katie Hunt

    I would like to let you know how much I appreciate yourself for all your help with the situation I was in. I can not thank you enough! I will also be recommending you and Porter Dodson to my friends as a very high standards solicitors.

    • Date: October 3, 2023
    • Client: Anon
    • Team: Employment
    • Lawyer: Kate Shawcross

    I am so grateful for your support throughout this matter. From the first moment you were involved I felt that I was in safe hands. Your communication skills are second to none. I particularly liked the firm but courteous manner you dealt with the other solicitors particularly when they were wrong about the process. Many thanks.

    • Date: October 2, 2023
    • Client: Ian
    • Team: Contested Wills Trusts and Estates
    • Lawyer: Chris Green
    I bought my first home over the summer and chose to hire Porter Dodson as they'd acted for my family previously. Zara and her team were professional, friendly and kept me informed of their progress. They were also quick to answer my many questions, and I felt supported throughout the whole process. They were upfront about their fees, which I think were more than reasonable for the quality of service I received.
    • Date: September 22, 2023
    • Client: L Howles
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Zara Davies
    Excellent service provided throughout the process of setting up my Lasting Power of Attorney. Sarah Stone is excellent at explaining things in clear and concise terms and always follows up exactly as promised. I would have no hesitation in recommending her, and Porter Dodson, to others.
    • Date: September 18, 2023
    • Client: Nick Issacs
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Sarah Stone
    Thanks so much for your patience and efficiency.
    • Date: September 15, 2023
    • Client: Tom
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Katie Hunt
    Thank you for all your help and sensitive comments. We appreciate them very much.
    • Date: September 15, 2023
    • Client: G & C
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Hayley Holland
    Thank you to Amy Bishop and assistant Reena for completing the conveyancing on my property with friendly efficiency. They kept me informed in a clear and timely manner and made helpful suggestions whenever needed.
    • Date: September 13, 2023
    • Client: Kate
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Amy Bishop
    Amy and Reena were both professional, courteous, speedy, had great communication, extremely diligent and provided a top class customer service in our house conveyancing projects. I would strongly recommend Porter Dodson.
    • Date: September 12, 2023
    • Client: Rick Swift
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Amy Bishop
    Thank you so much - Over the moon happy! I couldn’t have asked for a more seamless process. I am very grateful to you for making it all happen!
    • Date: September 11, 2023
    • Client: Mrs B
    • Team: Commercial Property
    • Lawyer: Rob Oliver

    What I really like about this firm is the friendliness that is apparent as soon as you walk through their door or speak to anyone there by phone. We have found them highly efficient, and excellent at communication. Things get done promptly and you really know they are on your side. Our recent experience with a house sale was flawless and the charges seem very modest. We would warmly recommend this firm.

    • Date: September 6, 2023
    • Client: Hugh
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Amy Bishop

    We would like to thank you for your work, everything went well and we are happy we chose Porter Dodson to help us through the house selling process.

    • Date: September 5, 2023
    • Client: Residential Property
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Tanya Hopkins

    Thank you for your professional help regarding the repossession of our flat. Finally we are now in a position to re-let it and hope for a more reliable tenant!

    • Date: September 4, 2023
    • Client: Property Litigation Client
    • Team: Dispute Resolution
    • Lawyer: Helen Williams
    I felt the service was excellent. Everyone was polite and courteous. Issues were well explained in an understandable manner and people were available to talk.
    • Date: August 21, 2023
    • Client: Residential Property Client
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Robert Coppard
    Very quick and efficient service, any queries that we had were dealt with promptly, paperwork easy to understand, also made welcome.
    • Date: August 21, 2023
    • Client: Residential Property Client
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Louise Wootten
    Michael Fitzgerald recently dealt with my late mother’s estate. The service was excellent. At all times, Michael was efficient and considerate. He dealt with the administration in a very timely and professional manner. I have also had contact with other employees for a range of services and I would not hesitate to recommend them.
    • Date: August 18, 2023
    • Client: Jane
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Michael Fitzgerald
    Professional, courteous and efficient service. Porter Dodson have undertaken a number of services for me and I would happily recommend them.
    • Date: August 18, 2023
    • Client: Private Client
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Shannon Chapple
    Helpful, friendly and professional. 
    • Date: August 11, 2023
    • Client: Trustees of S B T
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Hannah Condick
    An excellent service. We used Porter Dodson recently following a family bereavement. The process and implications of the document were all explained very clearly and the work was conducted very efficiently. Highly recommended.
    • Date: August 9, 2023
    • Client: Thomas
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Clare Sanderson
    Very helpful and quick to respond to questions and correspondence.
    • Date: August 1, 2023
    • Client: Employment Client
    • Team: Employment
    • Lawyer: Sarah Cook
    Under a very stressful time, Cathryn Smith was a fantastic divorce solicitor. I highly recommend her to anyone going through the same situation.
    • Date: August 1, 2023
    • Client: Ms R Coventry
    • Team: Family
    • Lawyer: Cathryn Smith
    Thank you Jenny Shepherd and Melissa Preston for your expertise in the sale of my late relatives' property recently. Your professional help was second to none.
    • Date: July 27, 2023
    • Client: A Clews
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Jenny Shepherd
    Very easy and quickly dealt with the matter. Very pleased with the communication and swiftness.
    • Date: July 25, 2023
    • Client: Ms C Sinclair
    • Team: Employment
    • Lawyer: Sarah Cook
    Efficient communication, approachable and no fuss advice.
    • Date: July 24, 2023
    • Client: Mr A Robinson
    • Team: Contested Wills Trusts and Estates
    • Lawyer: Hannah Condick
    Good service provided from both Wills and estates and conveyancing departments. All staff were helpful and considerate of my needs.
    • Date: July 24, 2023
    • Client: Private Client
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Michael Fitzgerald
    Good service provided from both Wills and estates and conveyancing departments. All staff were helpful and considerate of my needs.
    • Date: July 24, 2023
    • Client: Residential Property Client
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Hayley Holland
    Cathryn is a highly professional, supremely knowledgeable, formidable and no-nonsense advocate, and yet approachable, empathic and fiercely client-centric. Her fluency in 'legalese' provides her with the ability to translate complex legal matters into clear and digestible key messages.
    • Date: July 21, 2023
    • Client: Chambers UK 2023
    • Team: Family
    • Lawyer: Cathryn Smith
    Her extensive knowledge of family law provides provides her with a diverse and well-stocked tool box to deal with complex cases effectively and efficiently. Cathryn demonstrates a proactive approach to advocacy and always seems to be several steps ahead of the opposition.
    • Date: July 21, 2023
    • Client: Chambers UK 2023
    • Team: Family
    • Lawyer: Cathryn Smith
    She is a strong advocate who is approachable and provides her knowledge and advice in a clear and concise manner.
    • Date: July 21, 2023
    • Client: Chambers UK 2023
    • Team: Family
    • Lawyer: Rebecca Marshall
    Richard is quick to establish the relevant details and can assimilate a large amount of complex information. He is always friendly, personable and exudes efficiency. He is sure footed and self-assured in his approach, which gives a great degree of confidence.
    • Date: July 21, 2023
    • Client: Chambers UK 2023
    • Team: Family
    • Lawyer: Richard Baker
    He is a tough, no-nonsense litigator, with a good sense of humour. He is good with details as well, which makes him a good negotiator. He has an immediate grasp of the figures.
    • Date: July 21, 2023
    • Client: Chambers UK 2023
    • Team: Family
    • Lawyer: Richard Baker
    Evelyn's collective advice, guidance and common-sense approach were very much appreciated.
    • Date: July 21, 2023
    • Client: Chambers UK 2023
    • Team: Corporate Commercial
    • Lawyer: Evelyn Adfield
    Evelyn gets the job done in a commercial and pragmatic manner.
    • Date: July 21, 2023
    • Client: Chambers UK 2023
    • Team: Corporate Commercial
    • Lawyer: Evelyn Adfield

    I just wanted to thank you for your advice given in your telephone call this morning. We are most grateful for your help and will get back to you should we need any further assistance.

    • Date: July 21, 2023
    • Client: Mr & Mrs G
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Will Bartley
    Robert Coppard and his team can sort out any problem! This morning is the first time I have woken up since this all started without feeling sick at the worry - such a relief. 
    • Date: July 12, 2023
    • Client: Residential Property Client
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Robert Coppard
    Would definitely recommend/use again
    • Date: July 2, 2023
    • Client: Private Client
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Stephanie McCulloch
    I would like to extend my gratitude to David Culshaw for his exceptional guidance and pragmatic approach in securing iAM’s latest round of investment. His expertise and ease in handling the legal process for us again was invaluable throughout the whole process.
    • Date: June 29, 2023
    • Client: Luke Pargeter
    • Team: Corporate Commercial
    • Lawyer: David Culshaw
    Both Dawn and Kate were exceptional to deal with. Very calm and reassuring which was a great comfort to me. I couldn't fault anything they did and was very pleased with the support they showed me.
    • Date: June 26, 2023
    • Client: Employment client
    • Team: Employment
    • Lawyer: Kate Shawcross
    We are absolutely delighted with this follow-on investment round, supported by Maven and NPIF which allows us to build on our increasing market position and accelerate our learning library and compliance product plans. The additional round also gave us the opportunity to work with David Culshaw and Porter Dodson, once more, who expertly advised us and made the whole legal side of the investment painless and seamless
    • Date: June 22, 2023
    • Client: Tom Moore
    • Team: Corporate Commercial
    • Lawyer: David Culshaw
    You and your team were very helpful and responsive, I appreciate it! 
    • Date: June 22, 2023
    • Client: Commercial Property Agent
    • Team: Corporate Commercial
    • Lawyer: Victoria Walker
    Very quick to respond.
    • Date: June 15, 2023
    • Client: Employment Client
    • Team: Employment
    • Lawyer: Sarah Cook

    I wish to thank you for your help and patience while conducting my case. I would highly recommend you to my friends.

    • Date: June 14, 2023
    • Client: Property Dispute Client
    • Team: Commercial Property
    • Lawyer: Will Bartley
    My husband and I consulted Michael Fitzgerald at Porter Dodson to deal with my late father's estate. We were both feeling very overwhelmed and out of our depth. Michael soon put us at ease and took the pressure off. He is always very pleasant, professional, and conscientious. Nothing has proven to be too much trouble. Michael kept us informed at all times every step of the way and certainly went the extra mile. He brought everything to a swift and satisfactory conclusion. We would highly recommend.
    • Date: June 14, 2023
    • Client: Mrs M
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Michael Fitzgerald
    Excellent advice and service.
    • Date: June 5, 2023
    • Client: Private Client
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Hannah Condick
    All work was carried out in a timely and professional manner. All contact made with both Jenny and her team was received with understanding support and a can do attitude. I have absolutely no hesitation in recommending both Porter Dodson and the people who dealt with the work my behalf. All this was dealt with honesty, integrity and completed within agreed time scales.
    • Date: May 17, 2023
    • Client: Residential Property Client
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Jenny Shepherd

    I had a very satisfactory service from Porter Dodson, friendly and respectful and responsive. In addition to meeting Robert as necessary the ability to telephone his direct number and get an answer/update from the solicitor actually dealing with the purchase of my new property was reassuring, informative and developed trust in the attentive service.

    • Date: May 4, 2023
    • Client: Mr D
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Robert Coppard
    I had a very satisfactory service from Porter Dodson, friendly and respectful and responsive. In addition to meeting the solicitor as necessary the ability to telephone his direct number and get an answer/update from the solicitor actually dealing with the purchase of my new property was reassuring, informative and developed trust in the attentive service.
    • Date: May 4, 2023
    • Client: Residential Property Client
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Robert Coppard
    Sarah and Dawn were super efficient, very supportive and gave excellent advice.
    • Date: May 4, 2023
    • Client: Georgina Carrington
    • Team: Employment
    • Lawyer: Sarah Cook

    I had a really positive experience with Sam and her team. Extended family court proceedings are not a pleasant experience, I have worked with Sam for roughly 18 months. I would have been absolutely lost without Sam's guidance and understanding. It was also reassuring to me that she believed my account of things, always on the end of the phone to talk things through constructively and realistically, plus a really lovely person. 

    • Date: May 4, 2023
    • Client: Lee
    • Team: Family
    • Lawyer: Samantha Smith
    My partner and I are very impressed by our solicitor Katie Hunt. We are first time buyers so we were completely clueless with the process but thank god we chose Katie, she is so lovely, efficient, helpful and kept us constantly in the loop. She made everything straight forward and we both couldn’t recommend Katie enough.
    • Date: May 1, 2023
    • Client: C & J
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Katie Hunt
    Victoria and her team were very helpful and responsive, I appreciated it!
    • Date: April 26, 2023
    • Client: Commercial Property Client
    • Team: Commercial Property
    • Lawyer: Victoria Walker
    My initial call was quickly routed to an appropriate solicitor, who quickly understood my needs and urgency. What to me was a confusing legal issue was calmly and clearly explained, so I had clarity on actions needed, and relevant dates. I was given the support and advice I needed throughout the process and all communication was professional, friendly, on time and easy to understand. I felt secure, well looked after and trusted Kate every step of the way. Kate has done an exemplary job and was a pleasure to deal with and I would highly recommend Kate and the Porter Dodson team to anyone in need of legal assistance. The administrative element of registering as a client was deftly handled by Dawn, with an easy to follow and complete process.
    • Date: April 20, 2023
    • Client: J James
    • Team: Employment
    • Lawyer: Kate Shawcross
    You've been a real support and voice of reason, in a matter I've found confusing and upsetting at times - your calm and clear approach has been much appreciated.
    • Date: April 20, 2023
    • Client: Employment Client
    • Team: Employment
    • Lawyer: Kate Shawcross
    Our legal work was handled by Hannah Condick. My brother and I found her correspondence by letter and email to be very clear and when I needed to speak to her by telephone all my questions were answered in a satisfactory way. 
    • Date: April 14, 2023
    • Client: Mr B
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Hannah Condick
    I wanted to extend my thanks both to you. My husband and I have recently completed the purchase on our first home and without Katie's assistance I can confidently say we wouldn't have had such a smooth and professional experience in doing this. From start to finish Katie has been second to none, she has been so lovely to deal with, always professional and put our needs before anything else. We previously worked with another solicitor firm who we unfortunately had a really bad experience with so to come from that to a company who work as amazingly as you guys have was a true blessing and there is no doubt in my mind that we would use you again and recommend you to anyone. 
    • Date: April 13, 2023
    • Client: Mrs A
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Katie Hunt
    My money was well spent and prompt responses at all times by Amanda Jones and staff. Could not have had better service and advice.
    • Date: March 29, 2023
    • Client: Mr F W Sweeting
    • Team: Family
    • Lawyer: Amanda Jones
    Very responsive and helpful, I would definitely use Porter Dodson again if I need legal help .
    • Date: March 29, 2023
    • Client: Mr S Matthews
    • Team: Family
    • Lawyer: Charlotte Bowdidge
    Nancy, Thank you very much. I will definitely continue to use your services, you have been absolutely fantastic throughout. And thank you to Victoria as well, you have been brilliant, easily the most responsive process I have enjoyed thus far, your communication has been second to none.
    • Date: March 24, 2023
    • Client: Commercial Property
    • Team: Commercial Property
    • Lawyer: Victoria Walker
    Over the past few months we have received excellent service and care from Jenni Porteous. We thank her for the very efficient, timely and friendly manner in which she has dealt with our work., and in particular her always prompt responses to our emails. At all times she has shown understanding and pragmatism, coupled with the ability to explain complex matters in a clear and easily understood manner. We will not hesitate to engage Jenni again when the need arises.
    • Date: March 18, 2023
    • Client: Mr & Mrs Redish
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Jenni Porteous
    You have been so professional and more importantly to me so kind that I cannot thank you enough, I only wish I had found you sooner.
    • Date: March 13, 2023
    • Client: Mrs S
    • Team: Family
    • Lawyer: Zoe Gaitskell
    Thank you so much for everything you have done for me. You have achieved the exact outcome that I wanted when we first started. I didn’t think we’d get there but we did. I’m so pleased. Thank you again.
    • Date: March 6, 2023
    • Client: Mrs P
    • Team: Family
    • Lawyer: Zoe Gaitskell
    I was really pleased with the service I received from Jenny at Porter Dodson, she was efficient, communicated well and ensured that the sale went through as quickly and smoothly as possible. She was also very understanding and very considerate.
    • Date: March 3, 2023
    • Client: Residential Property
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Jenny Shepherd
    Efficient and responsive. Replied to emails swiftly and I was kept informed of progress through the process.
    • Date: February 23, 2023
    • Client: Private Client
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Hannah Condick
    Very efficient and answered all queries promptly.
    • Date: February 20, 2023
    • Client: Residential Property
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Robert Coppard

    We want to commend our lawyer, Tanya Hopkins, for her most important contribution to the sale and purchase of our current property. Tanya was very helpful in the sale of our property and made us feel that we were her number one client! We will always be very grateful to Porter Dodson and in particular to Tanya Hopkins.

    • Date: February 17, 2023
    • Client: Residential Property
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Tanya Hopkins
    I am incredibly thankful for everything you have done. You have not only provided your expertise, but also offered a very friendly, reassuring and kind ear to the ‘matrimonial’ situation.
    • Date: February 17, 2023
    • Client: Mr P
    • Team: Family
    • Lawyer: Zoe Gaitskell
    Second occasion I have used Porter Dodson and on both, the team have been efficient and importantly address questions promptly.
    • Date: February 7, 2023
    • Client: Mr M Cairns
    • Team: Employment
    • Lawyer: Kate Shawcross
    Reliable, efficient and proactive.
    • Date: January 12, 2023
    • Client: Mrs M Ashdown
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Michelle Wilson
    I have found Porter Dodson quick to respond to any queries and pleasant to work with.
    • Date: January 6, 2023
    • Client: Ms Cox
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Kate James
    Chris Green was very patient and helpful and answered my questions and concerns clearly and thoroughly.
    • Date: December 9, 2022
    • Client: Contested Wills Trusts and Estates
    • Team: Contested Wills Trusts and Estates
    • Lawyer: Chris Green
    Very responsive and quick to complete the work.
    • Date: November 29, 2022
    • Client: Private Client
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Hannah Condick
    We appreciated the home visits and the way in which details were clearly explained. This relieved a lot of the anxiety that moving house creates! We felt confident that all aspects had been covered, as any queries we did have were efficiently dealt with over the phone.
    • Date: November 28, 2022
    • Client: Residential Property
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Robert Coppard
    I’ve never sold a property before and was very worried about it all. Thanks very much for making everything so straightforward.
    • Date: November 25, 2022
    • Client: Residential Property
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Tanya Hopkins
    I would just like to say a very big thank you for all your hard work into getting us to this completion day, I know it has been a bit of a complicated one, but we got there in the end.
    • Date: November 25, 2022
    • Client: Residential Property
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Jenny Shepherd
    Thank you so much for all you and your team have done to make this happen!
    • Date: November 25, 2022
    • Client: Residential Property
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Jenny Shepherd
    Thank you for all you’ve done, what a relief. Your help has been invaluable.
    • Date: November 25, 2022
    • Client: Residential Property
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Jenny Shepherd
    Gemma has been great throughout the process - straightforward, good humoured, responsive, professional and helpful.
    • Date: November 15, 2022
    • Client: Commercial Property
    • Team: Commercial Property
    • Lawyer: Gemma Lindegaard
    We got there in the end......thank you for all your help explaining matters I did not always understand
    • Date: November 4, 2022
    • Client: Residential Property
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Hayley Holland

    Many thanks Hayley, you and the team are excellent!

    • Date: November 4, 2022
    • Client: Residential Property
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Hayley Holland

    Thank you so much for your help throughout the process. At least I know what to expect next time I decide to buy a property!

    • Date: November 4, 2022
    • Client: Residential Property
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Hayley Holland

    Thank you very much for your help, support and patience with the sale

    • Date: November 4, 2022
    • Client: Residential Property
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Hayley Holland

    We have had a wonderful service from Katie and Porter Dodson, we have found you really easy to communicate with and haven’t found we were struggling with legal jargon like some of your competitors use. You have made a sad situation much easier for us and will definitely come back to PD in the future.

    • Date: November 4, 2022
    • Client: Residential Property
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Katie Hunt

    Thanks to yourself, Jenny and the team, I have been very impressed with the way you have handled things from your office.

    • Date: November 4, 2022
    • Client: Residential Property
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Jenny Shepherd

    An enormous thank you for all the work you've put in to get this thing over the line. Your professionalism and humour is as refreshing as a glass of water in the desert.

    • Date: November 4, 2022
    • Client: Residential Property
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Hayley Holland
    Laura Roper is always very responsive and helpful, excellent service.
    • Date: November 1, 2022
    • Client: Employment
    • Team: Employment
    • Lawyer: Laura Roper
    I am so pleased that I chose Porter Dodson for the selling and buying of properties. They have been very helpful and explained anything that I may not have understood.
    • Date: August 24, 2022
    • Client: Residential Property Client
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Michelle Wilson
    Professional and friendly service, ideal under the circumstances.
    • Date: August 24, 2022
    • Client: Private Client
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Anna Shore

    Communication has always been clear and emails and queries responded to promptly by Zoe and her secretaries. Zoe clearly has great experience and insight with matrimonial difficulties and have an innate wisdom in reading the situation which is very reassuring. I knew I was in safe hands and believe that Zoe genuinely has a duty of care toward her clients, which was so evident in my case. 

    • Date: July 25, 2022
    • Client: Matrimonial client
    • Team: Family
    • Lawyer: Zoe Gaitskell

    Really appreciate the swift response and action, as well as good advice. Highly recommend.

    • Date: July 1, 2022
    • Client: Employment client
    • Team: Employment
    • Lawyer: Laura Roper

    A sterling service provided, while under the obstacles of the recent pandemic

    • Date: July 1, 2022
    • Client: PRs of A Y Johnson
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Anna Shore

    Her organisation of strategic offers, consultation with counsel and the tribunal were exemplary. My expectations were well managed, and results were good.

    • Date: June 22, 2022
    • Client: Dispute resolution client
    • Team: Dispute Resolution
    • Lawyer: Helen Williams

    Thorough processes that we could trust to be accurate and complete. The conveyancing team were friendly and always helpful. 

    • Date: May 31, 2022
    • Client: Mr Borg
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Jenny Shepherd

    Excellent, knowledgeable, very Friendly and caring staff. Nothing was too much trouble! Definitely wouldn't have any problem deciding to use them again.

    • Date: May 5, 2022
    • Client: Mr Veale
    • Team: Employment
    • Lawyer: Laura Roper

    Very efficient and helpful

    • Date: May 4, 2022
    • Client: Mr Gallagher
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Robert Coppard

    He's very knowledgeable on the law, very sensible and pragmatic and a tough negotiator.

    • Date: October 21, 2021
    • Client: Chambers UK 2022
    • Team: Family
    • Lawyer: Richard Baker

    Richard Baker is a great tactician who has an uncanny ability to predict outcomes at an early stage and do everything he can to achieve the best outcome for his client.

    • Date: October 21, 2021
    • Client: Chambers UK 2022
    • Team: Family
    • Lawyer: Richard Baker

    Rebecca Marshall is passionate, knowledgeable, efficient, child-centred, conscientious and an excellent advocate for the children she represents.

    • Date: October 21, 2021
    • Client: Chambers UK 2022
    • Team: Family
    • Lawyer: Rebecca Marshall

    Robyn Greenway is dynamic and leaves no stone unturned as she seeks to achieve a fair outcome for her clients in terms of achieving health and social care packages that meet their needs. She is a very welcome breath of fresh air who stands out from typical private client lawyers because of her commitment to and skill in applying public law principles to the facts of her clients’ cases.

    • Date: September 29, 2021
    • Client: Legal 500 UK 2022
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Robyn Greenway

    Richard Baker was able to communicate effectively with my wife’s lawyers – something which my previous lawyer was unable to do and a resolution was found. Highly recommended.

    • Date: September 29, 2021
    • Client: Legal 500 UK 2022
    • Team: Family
    • Lawyer: Richard Baker

    Professional competence, humanity and sector experience. I have always found the individuals I worked with hugely accessible, personable and understanding – particularly Richard Baker.

    • Date: September 29, 2021
    • Client: Legal 500 UK 2022
    • Team: Family
    • Lawyer: Richard Baker

    I regularly recommend Kate James for wills and private client work. She is excellent with all types of clients, very responsive and happy to help at all times.

    • Date: September 29, 2021
    • Client: Legal 500 UK 2022
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Kate James

    Ben Hingley was very professional and always helpful in whatever small detail I may not have understood and always came over in a calm and collective manner. With some very technical parts to the process Ben was very knowledgeable and lead me through the process with aplomb.

    • Date: September 29, 2021
    • Client: Legal 500 UK 2022
    • Team: Commercial Property
    • Lawyer: Ben Hingley

    Reasonable fees, lovely people, incredibly thorough and truly understanding

    • Date: April 28, 2021
    • Client: C A Pistell
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Robert Coppard

    I have no experience of other law firms. I have been with your firm, in its various incarnations, for over 40 years!

    • Date: April 27, 2021
    • Client: R J Henley
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Lesley Hamilton

    Very impressed with the speed and thoroughness of Porter Dodson in progressing the purchase of our flat and sale of our house. Much faster than is generally thought to be the case.

    • Date: April 22, 2021
    • Client: D J & B M Walker
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Robert Coppard

    Excellent service! Tanya did a first-rate job in selling my mother's house. Despite the challenges of COVID, she was always responsive, helpful and diligent. We plan to move any future business to Porter Dodson as a result.

    • Date: April 13, 2021
    • Client: Dr B Bowsher
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Tanya Hopkins

    After a very difficult year I received excellent service, phone calls were returned and professional advice given. Very good value for money.

    • Date: April 9, 2021
    • Client: Att for R M Macer
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Zara Davies

    Absolutely great. Very responsive and professional. I think that you offer an excellent service at a reasonable price. I've not really had dealings with other law firms but would consider Porter Dodson are a good representation of how a law firm should operate. Many thanks, Stephanie and colleagues, great job!

    • Date: April 6, 2021
    • Client: PRs of P A Diplock
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Stephanie McCulloch

    I have used Amy twice, she is excellent in all ways.

    • Date: April 1, 2021
    • Client: Residential client
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Amy Bishop

    Emily was very clear and did not use legal jargon - we liked that!

    • Date: March 26, 2021
    • Client: Private Client
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Emily Stott

    The team at Porter Dodson were always attentive, answered queries and concerns quickly and explained things clearly in a way that I could understand.

    • Date: March 26, 2021
    • Client: R E Shepherd
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Robyn Greenway

    Extremely efficient. Corresponding by email worked well. In our limited experience, we consider the cost to be totally acceptable. In conclusion, we would like to thank Robert and his team for expediting our sale and purchase. Needless to say, should we require any legal assistance in the future, we would not hesitate to contact you.

    • Date: February 24, 2021
    • Client: P & S Day
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Robert Coppard

    I feel confident that you have given clear and appropriate legal advice. The customer service has been very good. I believe you are more competent and professional than some other local legal firms.

    • Date: February 22, 2021
    • Client: Private Client
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Robyn Greenway

    Although I haven't met Tanya face to face due to covid, I felt I knew her.  She was very helpful and efficient, thank you!

    • Date: February 22, 2021
    • Client: Residential client
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Tanya Hopkins

    We have purchased and sold many properties over the last 35 years. Michelle is by far the best legal advisor I have ever dealt with. She was professional, prompt, knowledgeable, proactive and provided a seamless service with her team during a tricky sale and purchase. Many thanks, we really appreciate it!

    • Date: February 16, 2021
    • Client: G G & N Stickland
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Michelle Wilson

    Very easy to talk to. Was quite anxious about making my will over the phone but once I spoke to Lucy and Sarah, I felt very confident in dealing with such an important subject without actually meeting the people I was putting my trust in.

    • Date: February 15, 2021
    • Client: Private client
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Sarah Stone

    Extremely helpful, from receptionist to legal advisor. We received advice and explanation that enabled us to make informed decisions. Everyone was friendly and efficient. Excellent value for money.

    • Date: February 12, 2021
    • Client: R M and T M James
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Robyn Greenway

    You have been fantastic, helping us at every step of the way, everything was well explained and definitely money well spent.

    • Date: February 12, 2021
    • Client: J S Edge & F A Slater
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Robert Coppard

    A very professional and friendly service. We were kept informed throughout the process which was very reassuring. We will certainly use your services in the future. You managed to maintain communications through a pandemic - very impressive, thank you!

    • Date: February 12, 2021
    • Client: Residential client
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Zara Davies

    We have been delighted with Zara over the sale of my mother's cottage in Seavington. She is always prompt replying to my queries and would have completed weeks ago if it wasn't for the "useless" (to put it mildly) solicitors on the other side. She was very speedy with the sale in August of my partner's house in Bower Hinton, hence my engaging her. Definitely money well spent!

    • Date: February 11, 2021
    • Client: Residential client
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Zara Davies

    Everyone was very professional, very helpful along the way, communication was brilliant.  I cannot fault anyone and would highly recommend Porter Dodson.

    • Date: February 10, 2021
    • Client: A Wheeler & L Baynes
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Michelle Wilson

    Robyn has a very pleasant demeanor.  She was able to set me at ease which is not always an easy thing to do.  She explained everything I needed to know in a very relaxed and easy way and answered all my questions and concerns.

    • Date: February 9, 2021
    • Client: Anon
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Robyn Greenway

    As expected - amazing, professional and efficient service by Zara.

    • Date: February 9, 2021
    • Client: N & A R Green
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Zara Davies

    My daughter and I found the whole experience professional, yet with a very personal and friendly approach.  We enjoyed it all and are grateful it was all so caringly completed.

    • Date: February 2, 2021
    • Client: Anon
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Robyn Greenway

    Amy provided an excellent, professional service through the sale/purchase of our house.

    • Date: February 1, 2021
    • Client: Anon
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Amy Bishop

    Your team are very professional and knowledgeable.  They listen carefully and explain complicated procedures clearly. During such difficult times they have worked under very challenging circumstances - home working and working late into evenings and at weekends. Despite this the results have allowed us to complete on our sale and purchase. A sincere thank you.

    • Date: February 1, 2021
    • Client: M H Thurtle
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Jenny Shepherd

    Responses from Michelle, Louise and Sonya were always prompt and helpful. We felt content knowing that they were looking after our sale and purchase. I've never been in contact with another law firm, however, I would not consider using any other law in the future, if I could help it. Great service from the team.

    • Date: January 28, 2021
    • Client: Anon
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Michelle Wilson

    Michelle and team did a great job with both purchase and sale, keeping our interest at the forefront of considerations.  I felt the service was excellent value for money. Compare to other solicitors in our chain, definitely top marks!

    • Date: January 28, 2021
    • Client: Anon
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Michelle Wilson

    Clear explanation of process, excellent communication via phone email and post. Good value for service provided.  Good anti-Covid provisions.

    • Date: January 20, 2021
    • Client: Anonymous
    • Team: Commercial Property
    • Lawyer: Laura Chamberlain

    We have found Porter Dodson very efficient. We would definitely use Lesley and you company if needed in the future.

    • Date: January 20, 2021
    • Client: T S and C J Hurrell
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Lesley Hamilton

    Having been recommended to go to Porter Dodson, I can now see why and your practice would be my 'go to' solicitor of choice in the future. I was very impressed by Zara and was only sad that I couldn't use her for my purchase as the company were acting for the vendor. Obviously great minds think alike!

    • Date: January 19, 2021
    • Client: Anon
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Zara Davies

    Always a good service. I trust Jennifer implicitly to ensure all necessary information is received and checked before progression to exchange. I have used other law firms but always regretted not choosing Porter Dodson and wouldn't use anyone else in the future for conveyancing.

    • Date: January 19, 2021
    • Client: Anon
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Jennifer Knott

    As always, very happy indeed with the service I have received from Sharon, and I certainly consider it to be money well spent.

    • Date: January 18, 2021
    • Client: Anon
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Sharon Collier

    Really helpful, very easy process. We would always prefer to do any business by video conference. Signing well organised and straightforward. Really happy with everything - well done team.

    • Date: January 18, 2021
    • Client: S & K L Yates
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Sharon Collier

    We had an initial meeting with Lesley in which she described how we needed to proceed to make alterations to our wills and to create LPAs. After a long delay on our part, we returned to complete the process. At no point did we feel under any pressure and everything was fully and clearly explained. The process of completing the signatures was made more complex and slow by the pandemic but it was eventually completed, again without any pressure from Porter Dodson.

    • Date: January 15, 2021
    • Client: R G and K Patterson
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Lesley Hamilton

    Very happy with Stephanie's approach to the work required.  Very helpful and gave me confidence that my requirements would be met.  Stephanie has a remarkable ability to provide reassurance and convey complex detail in such a ways as for me as the client to fully understand what is to be done.

    • Date: January 8, 2021
    • Client: Anon
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Stephanie McCulloch

    I have been with Porter Dodson since we started farming in 1954.  After my husband died we sold the farm and bought a property with my son. I used you then. I now, I hope, have made my final will and hope you will take care of things when I die.

    • Date: January 8, 2021
    • Client: S M Wyatt
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Emily Stott

    Very quick and efficient responses to queries, felt well looked after.  Much better experience than first house purchase with rival Bridport company!

    • Date: January 5, 2021
    • Client: Joanna Clare
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Amy Bishop

    A trouble free transaction made even better by the professionalism and friendliness of the legal team assisting us. Thanks Michelle, Sonya and Louise.

    • Date: January 5, 2021
    • Client: Anon
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Michelle Wilson

    We were dealt with by Tom in a very friendly and professional manner. Any queries we had during the process were answered promptly and to our entire satisfaction. Thank you.

    • Date: January 4, 2021
    • Client: Anon
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Tom Mottram

    Very proficient and professional. Refused to yield to pressure from sellers. Courteous and very helpful.

    • Date: January 4, 2021
    • Client: Lucy Cox
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Verity Mizen

    I was generally very happy with the service that was provided by Porter Dodson.  Jennifer was extremely thorough and professional and she worked very hard to meet the demanding deadlines we had imposed on the sale. She was polite and helpful when contacting me and I felt I was in good hands throughout.

    • Date: January 4, 2021
    • Client: Anon
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Jennifer Knott

    Most efficient firm I have dealt with in Bridport.  My will was done in a very short time and fully explained. Stephanie is a great asset to you and a very pleasant person to deal with.

    • Date: January 4, 2021
    • Client: I C Finch
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Stephanie McCulloch

    I have used Porter Dodson for my legal work for a very long time. I have always been satisfied with their work and have found them easy to work with, particularly in making things easy to understand. Generally their advice has been excellent. Despite the lack of personal, face to face contact due to the COVID-19 pandemic, matters relating to my will and LPAs have progressed smoothly to a satisfactory conclusion.

    • Date: January 4, 2021
    • Client: Ian de Grey Mitchell
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Tom Mottram

    Stephanie made the whole process very easy and arranged an online meeting when I was self-isolating. Straight forward and efficient.  Thank you.

    • Date: January 4, 2021
    • Client: Anon
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Stephanie McCulloch

    Very efficient and friendly service, in particular the link up with McCarthy and Stone.

    • Date: January 4, 2021
    • Client: Anon
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Robert Coppard

    Everyone that I met at Porter Dodson was friendly, kind and helpful. I felt as if nothing was too much trouble. I was kept up to date and was pleasantly surprised at the bill!  My friend has recently had experience dealing with another firm of solicitors and did not have such a good outcome. I will certainly recommend you. Thank you.

    • Date: December 21, 2020
    • Client: PRs of B J Harper
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Zara Davies

    A difficult time to manage any dealings with a solicitor due to restrictions of the current pandemic. My business was still carried out in a professional manner.

    • Date: December 21, 2020
    • Client: Anonymous
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Emily Stott

    First Class Service.  Zara and the team did a great job under very difficult circumstances.

    • Date: December 18, 2020
    • Client: Jennifer Vickers
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Zara Davies

    The team were always very helpful and professional.  They dealt with my requirements for the sale of my mothers property in a friendly and understanding way.  This was work I could not have undertaken myself, always keeping me up to date with progress.  I feel fees were very reasonable considering the work undertaken so money well spent as I am confident that everything is in order. That confidence is very important.

    • Date: December 18, 2020
    • Client: Anonymous
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Amy Bishop

    I chose your company because of all the great online reviews you have received. Laura Roper is professional and knowledgeable in her field. She would assess a question and think "out of the box" which is great. Phone calls were very courteous, relaxing but engaging at the same time. Laura will always go the extra mile as I would be receiving information after work hours. I could go on and on. She is an asset to Porter Dodson.

    • Date: December 17, 2020
    • Client: Anonymous
    • Team: Employment
    • Lawyer: Laura Roper

    Issue was resolved successfully after good advice.

    • Date: December 17, 2020
    • Client: Anonymous
    • Team: Employment
    • Lawyer: Laura Roper

    Amy was very clear and concise in correspondance.  Sometimes I felt that the paperwork did not reflect a BTL mortgage but Amy always gave clear direction. No unexpected fees, which I am pleased about. Quick turnover for completion.

    • Date: December 15, 2020
    • Client: Niall Stewart
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Amy Bishop

    Excellent Service - quick responses.  Verity was very patient with my silly questions! I learnt a lot about moving and what's involved.

    • Date: December 15, 2020
    • Client: Anonymous
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Verity Mizen

    I can only say that I could not be happier with the way in which our dealings with your company were handled.  This was true throughout, from the first phone call to completion.  However, recommendations count and I was recommended by my daughter, also how my sister's will was carried out many years ago by your company.  Everything was carried out in a totally professional and yet friendly way with COVID-19 at the present time.  Things cannot be easy for any company but Porter Dodson rose to the fore with the excellence of Sharon.

    • Date: December 14, 2020
    • Client: Michael & Pearl Newman
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Sharon Collier

    Excellent and fast service.  Very professional.

    • Date: December 14, 2020
    • Client: Caterina Elsworth
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Zara Davies

    Work carried out quickly and satisfactorily, even in today's difficult period due to COVID-19.

    • Date: December 14, 2020
    • Client: Anonymous
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Kate James

    This is a very competent company.  Despite the overwhelming difficulties with COVID restrictions, the service I received was exemplary.  Tanya always communicated in clear, concise and elegant English - such a pleasure.  Necessary phone calls were equally well conducted.  Mine was a difficult case with boundary dispute and treatment plant problems - Tanya dealt with all these with good sense, speed and clear direction.

    • Date: December 9, 2020
    • Client: Ms G S Taylor
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Tanya Hopkins

    I’d just like to say thank you to you and your team for all the help and “handholding“ with the process.

    I’d certainly be very happy to recommend you and your firm to other advisers who may go through this themselves.

    • Date: December 8, 2020
    • Client: Commercial Client
    • Team: Corporate Commercial
    • Lawyer: Evelyn Adfield

    Quick responses, kept up to date, informed at each stage. Thank you.

    • Date: December 4, 2020
    • Client: Anonymous
    • Team: Commercial Property
    • Lawyer: Laura Chamberlain

    Well informed, patient and efficient.  It is a good many years since I have used a different law firm and I am unlikely to do so in this area.

    • Date: November 27, 2020
    • Client: Trustees of W S S Maskew Trust
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Hannah Condick

    Efficient, prompt and excellent service, especially as my will was updated during second lockdown.

    • Date: November 27, 2020
    • Client: Anonymous
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Lesley Hamilton

    Purchased a house during the global pandemic.  We much preferred email correspondance and telephone consultation and were extremely pleased with our service.  We were happy to pay a little extra for Porter Dodson for the ease of use and seamless service.

    • Date: November 26, 2020
    • Client: ADJ Mackinnon & KV Blackmore
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Zara Davies

    Zara and the team always work with speed and tenacity - 10 out of 10!

    • Date: November 23, 2020
    • Client: Mr G R A Bannister
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Zara Davies

    We were very happy and satisfied with everything. We have already recommended you to a friend. Not expensive, brilliant, well done!

    • Date: November 18, 2020
    • Client: Mr & Mrs R Arnold
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Stephanie McCulloch

    Laura was excellent at dealing with the sale of the land.  We had a sensitive case to deal with as it involved dividing the proceeds of the sale between two people.  She did all the work with efficiency, professionalism and tact.

    • Date: November 17, 2020
    • Client: Anonymous
    • Team: Commercial Property
    • Lawyer: Laura Chamberlain

    I wanted to keep the house sale with Porter Dodson as Ian Sankey was acting for my aunt's (deceased) estate.  The outline of costs was very clear and the booklet provided on buying and selling houses was useful.

    • Date: November 16, 2020
    • Client: Mr T Morgan
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Zara Davies

    Friendly, approachable whilst still retaining the appropriate advisor/client relationship.  Efficient, trouble-free transaction.  Terms of business for the transaction clear.  Other firms we have had to deal with have been far less effective and left us at times confused.  So unless absolutely necessary, why go elsewhere?

    • Date: November 12, 2020
    • Client: Mr & Mrs C Turner
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Robert Coppard

    Mr Coppard was aware that I was purchasing property because my wife had died, so his input was more than a business transaction: the personal, compassionate touch also played a part. Indeed I would say that was the outstanding feature in a world which is sadly becoming increasingly technological and impersonal.

    • Date: November 12, 2020
    • Client: Mr M Carter
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Robert Coppard

    Excellent value and service. Extremely quick and efficient under very difficult circumstances.

    • Date: November 11, 2020
    • Client: Anonymous
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Amy Bishop

    Have used Porter Dodson for several years and the service is always professional and very good.  Amy is very efficient and gets on with the job quickly.  Communication, which is key for us, is always excellent.

    • Date: November 10, 2020
    • Client: Mr & Mrs S Kibby
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Amy Bishop
    • Great instant answers to calls and queries;
    • Proactive;
    • Well priced for the speed and quality of service;
    • "On it"!

    I couldn't be happier. I did this transaction on behalf of my elderly mother in a time of stress/COVID post the death of my father.  It was a blessing you were all so efficient.

    • Date: November 9, 2020
    • Client: Anonymous
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Zara Davies

    I have always found Lesley Hamilton and her team to be most helpful.  I have always dealt with Porter Dodson and I will continue to do so.

    • Date: November 9, 2020
    • Client: Ms M Shone
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Lesley Hamilton

    Excellent services as always, thank you. I'm very relieved to have sorted this out. Kate made it very easy.

    • Date: November 6, 2020
    • Client: Anonymous
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Kate James

    We received a professional and efficient service which ensured a successful house sale conveyancing process.  The Porter Dodson team provided sound advice where required and overall value for money legal work.  We would not hesitate to recommend the Firm.

    • Date: November 6, 2020
    • Client: Mr & Mrs A J H Burbridge
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Zara Davies

    Our seller's solicitor was totally uncooperative and we would not have completed on time if it wasn't for Tanya going the extra mile to make it happen.  We are most grateful to her.

    • Date: November 5, 2020
    • Client: Anonymous
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Tanya Hopkins

    Porter Dodson has been excellent in all ways, very helpful all the way through giving very good advice and always there if you need help.  I would recommend you to anyone.

    • Date: November 5, 2020
    • Client: Ms C Pavey
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Michelle Wilson

    A very professional and well communicated service.

    • Date: November 5, 2020
    • Client: Anonymous
    • Team: Commercial Property
    • Lawyer: Steve Farnham

    Tom advised us on our Wills, planning for the future and also Power of Attorney etc.  He was absolutely brilliant at grasping our situation and provided very in-depth advice. We are now sorted for the future.  All carried out by phone due to COVID19 - Excellent.

    • Date: November 4, 2020
    • Client: Mr & Mrs A C S McFarlane
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Tom Mottram

    Although the majority of the time we were all dealing with the constraints imposed by COVID19, Zara and her team were always available either via phone, email or an impromptu meeting to exchange documents in the car park! Well done for coping so well.  Always polite and willing to help.  Thank you for making a difficult situation easy.

    • Date: November 4, 2020
    • Client: Ms A Gould
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Zara Davies

    I have been very impressed and pleased with the service provided to me by Mr Coppard.  All the communications have been easy to understand and must have taken a considerable amount of time and expertise to prepare.

    • Date: November 3, 2020
    • Client: Anonymous
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Robert Coppard

    Excellent and reasonable service. All communications were easy to understand and Robert was always available to answer questions. Really pleased with the service provided and wouldn't hesitate to recommend you to others.

    • Date: November 3, 2020
    • Client: M E Barnes
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Robert Coppard

    Very happy with the service provided by Porter Dodson. More than anything we feel we can trust their knowledge, advice and professionalism and feel confident they are acting in our best interests.  Accessibility is key and that is good, so is the total clarity given to costs.  Well done to Porter Dodson, will certainly recommend you to others.

    • Date: October 29, 2020
    • Client: Mr & Mrs J F H Smith
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Zara Davies

    Robert Coppard has been incredible. He kept me informed every step of the way and I had full confidence in him. He has gone above and beyond everything I could've wished for.

    • Date: October 28, 2020
    • Client: Mrs Poulton
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Robert Coppard

    A brilliant effort all round lasting ten months of torment. Everyone kept their heads which was very much appreciated.

    • Date: October 26, 2020
    • Client: Mr L Wheatley
    • Team: Corporate Commercial
    • Lawyer: Evelyn Adfield

    Attended a retirement course with Leonardo Helicopters where Sarah gave a presentation on your services. We were impressed with the overall professionalism and as our wills required updating, we did not hesitate to contact yourselves.

    • Date: October 25, 2020
    • Client: Anonymous
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Sarah Stone

    Over several years I have used other legal advisors but suffice to say I will contact Porter Dodson when next I need legal assistance. Very professional service with information delivered promptly and described in layman's language.

    • Date: October 7, 2020
    • Client: Mr & Mrs V
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Sharon Collier

    Sarah Young was incredibly helpful, personable and took temporary charge of the case at a critical moment. She carefully thought out a solution to the issues at hand and deployed this with skill and expertise despite the delicacy of the situation, helping ensure an optimal outcome. I was delighted to work with Sarah and she displayed great empathy and understanding, both during the case and afterwards. I would highly recommend Sarah.

    • Date: September 30, 2020
    • Client: Legal 500 2021
    • Team: Employment
    • Lawyer: Sarah Young

    Laura Roper is good at achieving commercially sensible result, a strong technical lawyer who does not lose sight of the wood for the trees.

    • Date: September 30, 2020
    • Client: Legal 500 2021
    • Team: Employment
    • Lawyer: Laura Roper

    Louise Sanders and Victoria Walker are totally committed to our business and have years of experience at working at our pace with  lots of complexity.

    • Date: September 30, 2020
    • Client: Legal 500 2021
    • Team: Commercial Property
    • Lawyer: Victoria Walker

    We really felt that Evelyn Adfield had our interests at heart and went out of her way to ensure we came out with a fair deal acceptable to all parties.

    • Date: September 30, 2020
    • Client: Legal 500 2021
    • Team: Corporate Commercial
    • Lawyer: Evelyn Adfield

    Richard Baker as head of team is an absolute star. He is incredibly bright, hardworking and a great tactician, and puts everyone (including the opposition) at ease. He is also incredibly efficient, as are the other members of the team, which provides excellent value for money for clients. He can deal with clients from a broad range of backgrounds equally well and all with good humour.

    • Date: September 30, 2020
    • Client: Legal 500 2021
    • Team: Family
    • Lawyer: Richard Baker

    Julia Perrins is a specialist financial remedy practitioner who is a very tough litigator with over thirty years’ experience and is well used to dealing with high-value cases.

    • Date: September 30, 2020
    • Client: Legal 500 2021
    • Team: Family
    • Lawyer: Julia Perrins

    Cathryn Smith is a no-nonsense, tough practitioner who fights hard for her clients and seeks to resolve cases as swiftly and economically as possible for them; she is a very astute lawyer who comes up with practical and pragmatic solutions for clients.

    • Date: September 30, 2020
    • Client: Legal 500 2021
    • Team: Family
    • Lawyer: Cathryn Smith

    Louise Sanders gives invaluable and practical advice. She will think outside the box to find workable solutions.

    • Date: September 30, 2020
    • Client: Legal 500 2021
    • Team: Commercial Property
    • Lawyer: Louise Sanders

    The team have outstanding legal knowledge, humour and tenacity; provide unbiased, fair and always accessible advice; and keep me involved and up to date with processes, enabling me to contact them ad hoc for advice. Richard Baker has been exceptional in tricky divorce proceedings.

    • Date: September 30, 2020
    • Client: Legal 500 2021
    • Team: Family
    • Lawyer: Richard Baker

    Kate James is well respected and a hard worker, who is always happy to help and advise.

    • Date: September 30, 2020
    • Client: Legal 500 2021
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Kate James

    Robert Coppard and Jolie Stokes were both excellent and were prepared to go that extra mile. Certainly good value for money.

    • Date: September 29, 2020
    • Client: Residential property client
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Robert Coppard

    Excellent - both Anna & Sarah went 'that extra mile'.

    • Date: September 8, 2020
    • Client: Mr S
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Sarah Stone

    The service I received was outstanding. Buying and selling a house rarely runs smoothly and throughout the whole process, your entire team was patient, understanding and very supportive. I would highly recommend Michelle and her team to friends and family. I would definitely use them again should the need arise.

    • Date: August 21, 2020
    • Client: Mrs F
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Michelle Wilson

    Professional and efficient service with courteous and knowledgable communication and timely responses to questions. Good value for money and friendly and approachable.

    • Date: August 18, 2020
    • Client: Residential property client
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Michelle Wilson

    Thank you to all involved with the sale of my flat. I couldn't give you one negative thing to say. Everything was perfect. I have used Porter Dodson for other work in the past and I will definitely be using you for future work.

    • Date: August 17, 2020
    • Client: Residential property client
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Zara Davies

    Friendly and willing to answer all of our questions (we had plenty as first-time buyers!). Worked efficiently and easy to get hold of, meaning we moved in when hoped for - thank you.

    • Date: August 10, 2020
    • Client: Residential property client
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Tanya Hopkins

    All very efficient and thorough.

    • Date: August 9, 2020
    • Client: Anonymous
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Tom Mottram

    I was very happy with the service I received. Tanya Hopkins was really helpful, and as everything had to be done over the phone, it helped a great deal. Money well spent.

    • Date: August 6, 2020
    • Client: Residential property client
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Tanya Hopkins

    An extremely professional service clearly demonstrating expertise and compassion. Would highly recommend Michelle and her team. There was no stone left unturned and knew we were in safe and capable hands from the get-go! Thank you, Michelle, for helping us get our dream house.

    • Date: August 4, 2020
    • Client: Residential property clients
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Michelle Wilson

    The sale of this house was a tedious process but Tanya was always positive and quick to reply to the purchaser's solicitor. The price was fair and the sale proceeded in a timely fashion.

    • Date: August 4, 2020
    • Client: Residential property client
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Tanya Hopkins

    First-class service from Sam Smith and Nicole Spencer-White. Extremely professional service throughout the case. Very clear and offered support and guidance. Would highly recommend your services to others.

    • Date: August 3, 2020
    • Client: Mr B
    • Team: Family
    • Lawyer: Samantha Smith

    Michelle was very clear about the process and offered practical advice.

    • Date: July 30, 2020
    • Client: Mr G and Mr D
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Michelle Wilson

    This was a protracted purchase owing to Covid-19 but I was impressed that we managed to complete with all barriers overcome. I was particularly pleased with the way Michelle dealt with the lease complications. She always shows that she has the clients' interests at heart. She is a thorough and approachable professional. I could not ask for a better service.

    • Date: July 28, 2020
    • Client: Mr and Mrs Heath
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Michelle Wilson

    I have recommended you and I was pleased to suggest you are nigh on perfect!

    • Date: July 28, 2020
    • Client: Mrs C
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Kate James

    A huge thanks to you and your team for getting us over the finishing line with this purchase during such strange and testing times. As always, your professionalism and attention to important detail are second to none.

    • Date: July 17, 2020
    • Client: Residential property client
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Michelle Wilson

    Patient, practical, professional guidance throughout.

    • Date: July 3, 2020
    • Client: Residential property client
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Zara Davies

    Very efficient and timely service. Good communication links and felt things ran really smoothly. Proactive approach. Thank you.

    • Date: June 25, 2020
    • Client: Miss H
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Amy Bishop

    Excellent service, good value for money, very efficient, professional and answered questions quickly and thoroughly. Would definitely recommend to family and friends.

    • Date: June 10, 2020
    • Client: Residential property client
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Michelle Wilson

    We have used Porter Dodson twice for conveyancing and now for our wills. We have found their service and attention to be first-class and would highly recommend them.

    • Date: June 5, 2020
    • Client: Mr G
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Vicki Thyer

    Very good, appeared on the ball and answered all questions in a timely manner. Evelyn clearly knew her subject matter.

    • Date: April 27, 2020
    • Client: Mr H
    • Team: Corporate Commercial
    • Lawyer: Evelyn Adfield

    I am happy to say that I have been really impressed with how Porter Dodson has dealt with my case. Everyone has been very friendly, courteous, efficient and patient. I would certainly recommend your services.

    • Date: April 20, 2020
    • Client: Mrs C
    • Team: Private Client
    • Lawyer: Kate James

    Very professional, efficient and courteous, as were all Porter Dodson staff I encountered!

    • Date: April 20, 2020
    • Client: Mr and Mrs C
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Michelle Wilson

    We have always received excellent service from Porter Dodson. All staff are efficient, friendly and helpful. We have, and will continue, to highly recommend Porter Dodson! Huge thank you to Michelle for completing on the sale of the property, particularly in these difficult circumstances!

    • Date: April 3, 2020
    • Client: Mr and Mrs H
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Michelle Wilson

    With a very long protracted chain, Porter Dodson did everything they could to hold the situation together at some very tense moments. You got us through and we are very grateful.

    • Date: March 31, 2020
    • Client: Mr and Mrs Jarvis
    • Team: Residential Property
    • Lawyer: Michelle Wilson