We celebrate hard work and recognise the achievements of those who work for us. Nothing makes us prouder than when those achievements are recognised by others.

    Legal directories

    Chambers UK, Chambers High Net Worth and The Legal 500 are independent legal guides, recommending and ranking law firms and lawyers based on in-depth market research, external feedback and interviews with lawyers, solicitors and barristers.

    Several of our lawyers and departments consistently appear in these guides. Read more about our recommendations and rankings in each below:


     

    Investors in People

    For over 30 years, Investors in People have accredited more than 50,000 organisations and their people accreditation is recognised in 66 countries around the world, making it the global benchmark when it comes to people management.

    Porter Dodson achieved its third consecutive We Invest in People Gold accreditation in 2025, a commitment it has proudly upheld since 2016. With only 28% of businesses awarded the Gold standard, this achievement underscores the firm's dedication to fostering a positive workplace culture and nurturing talent. We have maintained our gold award accreditation since 2016. Read more >>

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    DASLS

    The Devon and Somerset Legal Awards celebrate and raise the profile of the solicitors’ profession, giving firms and individuals the significant public recognition they deserve.

    In 2020, we were highly commended in Corporate Social Responsibility and winners of the Client Experience category. Read more >>

    Porter Dodson Partner, Julia Perrins, was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award for services to legal practice at the 2023 Devon and Somerset Law Society (DASLS) Awards. We were shortlisted in three further categories. Read more >>

    Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (CILEx)

    The CILEX National Awards celebrate the exceptional talent, innovation and achievement of CILEX members, supporters and stakeholders.

    Read more about our recognition below:

     

    Law Society's Conveyancing Quality Scheme

    Our Residential Property Team is accredited by the Law Society’s Conveyancing Quality Scheme (CQS), a recognised quality standard for residential conveyancing practices.