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Quiz hats on, it’s time to get Quizzical

Porter Dodson staff from across the firm’s seven offices came together in two locations for a fun evening of quizzing, hosted at the Hankridge Arms...

Evelyn Adfield achieves Band 1 Ranking from Chambers and Partners

Evelyn Adfield, Partner and Head of Department for Corporate Commercial at Porter Dodson has been ranked as a Band 1 Lawyer for Corporate Commercial...

Team PD compete in Law Society Sevens Netball

On Sunday 17th September, the Porter Dodson netball team made the trip to London to debut in the Law Society Sevens Netball, an annual one-day...

Taunton Professionals take to the hockey pitch in the name of Charity

On Monday 14th August Porter Dodson hosted the first Taunton Professionals Hockey Tournament at Taunton Vale Sports Club in aid of Children’s Hospice...

Porter Dodson supports the RNLI Raft Race 2023

Porter Dodson was excited to take to the water for another year, competing in the annual RNLI Raft Race at West Bay in Dorset. A team of advisors...

Porter Dodson advise on the purchase of Hotel Riviera Sidmouth

Porter Dodson are delighted to have advised Unison Triumph Investments (UK) Limited on the recent acquisition of Hotel Riviera in Sidmouth –...

Coombe Farm Organic acquired by Eversfield Organic Ltd

Following a flurry of recent local business transactions, Porter Dodson are pleased to have advised Coombe Farm Retail, a provider of premium organic...

DIY Divorce - Is it Worth the Risk?

Is DIY divorce worth the risk? The UK competition watchdog has announced that it intends to examine claims made by online divorce services in light...

A vital piece of Sherborne’s heritage saved for public benefit

Porter Dodson recently gifted a huge and beautifully illustrated map of Sherborne dating from 1834 to Dorset History Centre where it will be...

Porter Dodson ranked in the 2023 Chambers High Net Worth Guide

Porter Dodson is thrilled to have been recognised in the latest global Chambers and Partners High Net Worth guide. The guide differentiates the best...

Julia Perrins Wins Lifetime Achievement Award at Legal Awards

Porter Dodson Partner, Julia Perrins, was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award for services to legal practice at the recent Devon and Somerset Law...

Porter Dodson Welcomes New Partner, Paul Watkins

Porter Dodson is pleased to welcome Paul Watkins, who joins us as a Partner in the Bridport office and brings with him a wealth of experience in the...

Commercial leases: the end of the fixed term

When fixed term of a commercial lease expires, there may be various options available to the landlord or the tenant however, these options will be...

Helen Williams becomes Porter Dodson’s Newest Partner

We are pleased to announce that Helen Williams has been promoted to a Partner at Porter Dodson. Having joined the firm in 2021, Helen has brought...

Porter Dodson recognised as an Investor in People for the third time

Porter Dodson has achieved We invest in people gold accreditation from Investors in People. This is the third consecutive time that the firm has...

Porter Dodson announces new Managing Partner

UK Top 200 law firm Porter Dodson, based across Somerset & Dorset, has appointed a new Managing Partner. Kate James takes on the role from Rob Fox,...

Christmas Charity Donations

The pandemic continues to affect everyone, albeit in different ways and to differing extents, with charities especially being hit hard over the last...

New associates join Porter Dodson’s Employment Law Team

Porter Dodson has further strengthened its employment law offering with the appointment of two new associates into the Employment Law Team, Sarah Cook

Ranked in Chambers UK 2022

Porter Dodson, has been ranked once again in Chambers UK (2022).

Recommended in the Legal 500 UK 2022

Porter Dodson has once again been recommended in the Legal 500 UK.

Porter Dodson recognised for delivering an exemplary service to clients

Porter Dodson is delighted to be recognised in the Devon and Somerset Law Society (DASLS) Regional Awards 2020 for Corporate Social Responsibility...

New associate joins Porter Dodson Dispute Resolution Team

Porter Dodson has appointed a new associate to the Dispute Resolution Team. Helen Williams joins the firm with more than 15 years’ experience in the...

Porter Dodson ranked in Chambers HNW 2021

Once again, Porter Dodson has been ranked in the global Chambers High Net Worth guide.

Leading lawyers promoted to Associates

Law firm Porter Dodson, based across Somerset & Dorset, has promoted two leading lawyers to the position of associate.

Taunton office raises funds for MIND in Somerset

We are very proud of our Charity of the Year programme and the support it receives from our staff. With 8 offices across Somerset and Dorset, we are...

Sherborne Business Awards 2021

All of our teams are well known for the first-class service they provide to our clients.

Local firms support Dementia Friendly to help reconnect the elderly

We have all been affected by the pandemic, feeling a sense of isolation and loneliness at being cut off from family and friends, but this is...

New corporate partner at Porter Dodson

Law firm Porter Dodson, based across Somerset & Dorset, has appointed David Culshaw to the partnership.

Support for local animal sanctuary during pandemic

We are very proud of our Charity of the Year programme and the support it receives from our staff. With 8 offices across Somerset and Dorset, we are...

Local solicitors pledge to make a difference

We would normally host Christmas drinks for all our offices in December. Like many others we have been unable to celebrate Christmas in our usual way...

Ranked in Chambers UK 2021

Porter Dodson has again been ranked in leading legal directory Chambers UK.

Recommended in the Legal 500 2021

Porter Dodson has been recommended in the Legal 500 UK's 2021 edition.

Porter Dodson recommended in Chambers HNW 2020

Porter Dodson has been ranked in the global Chambers High Net Worth guide once again.

Once again ranked in leading legal directories

The firm and several of its lawyers have recently been ranked in independent legal guides, The Legal 500 UK and Chambers UK. The guides recommend law...

Porter Dodson Great British Bike Off!

Sometimes a challenge can seem unattainable, but Porter Dodson’s riders were determined not to let this one beat them! Led by experienced rider, Phil...

Residential Property Partner recognised for National Award

We are delighted that newly appointed partner, Michelle Wilson, has been recognised by the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (CILEx) National...

The 'Tryhard Ten' Prepare for the 'Great Eight'

A bike repair masterclass took place last Wednesday for the 'tryhard ten' taking on the ‘great eight’ office cycle challenge on 5th September in aid...

Peloton Perils

With the day of our ride fast approaching, many of us are trying to strike the balance between getting in plenty of last minute rides, but without...

Time for an update

Training seems to be going well to date. We have managed two big training rides, both around 80 miles, and team morale seems good. Time is ticking...

Porter Dodson shortlisted for prestigious legal awards

We are delighted to be shortlisted in the Medium Law Firm of the Year category at the Law Society’s prestigious Excellence Awards 2019, the highest...

Porter Dodson recommended in Chambers HNW 2019

Porter Dodson has been ranked in the global Chambers High Net Worth Guide for a consecutive year.

Midsummer Garden Party

Having been invited to attend our Garden Party to promote our bike ride which is taking place in September in aid of the RNLI, I was slightly...

Money raised for Yeovil Freewheelers

Porter Dodson's Yeovil office has presented their charity of the year 2018-19, Yeovil Freewheelers, with a cheque.

Porter Dodson recognised again as an Investor In People

Porter Dodson is delighted to have retained the Investors in People Gold standard accreditation after being assessed against the new framework,...

Porter Dodson shortlisted for National Award

Porter Dodson is delighted to be shortlisted in the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (CILEx) National Awards 2019 for the Law Firm of the Year...

September is only three months away: our second training ride

Kate, Robyn, Scott, Barnaby, Rob Titcombe and I converged on the village of Yetminster south of Yeovil and Sherborne for a second ride out this last...

The highs and lows of our first training ride together

Our first joint training ride started well with a bright sunny morning. The team assembled and was ready to go at the appointed time. There were a...

Why I am riding to raise funds for the RNLI

I feel the 5th September is creeping closer now and negative thoughts are starting to sink in. So was I absolutely crazy to sign up to the Porter...

Money raised for Somerset Sight

Local charity, Somerset Sight, has been presented with a cheque by Porter Dodson's Taunton office.

Yeovil Young Professionals with Fordington Gin

Last night our young professionals hosted their second Yeovil Young Professionals (YYP) event, this time held in our offices at Telford House.

DASLS Awards 2019

Last November, the firm entered the Devon & Somerset Law Society Awards (DASLS). We put forward five individuals, one team and two firm-wide...

FAB (Dorset) with Fordington Gin & Baboo Gelato

Last week we were delighted to relaunch our FAB (Dorset) forum at the Shire Hall in Dorchester. Local businesses, with an emphasis on those in the...

A Blustery Day at Wincanton Races

We were joined at Wincanton last week by clients and professional contacts for a day at the races. Despite placing an order for good weather, the sun...

Wine Tasting at Dorset Wine Company

Porter Dodson and Milsted Langdon were delighted to co-host a wine tasting evening at Dorset Wine Company in Poundbury on Wednesday 6th March.

St Margaret's Hospice Fundraising Quiz

Porter Dodson was delighted to welcome local businesses to a fundraising night for St Margaret's Hospice at Lanes Hotel on Thursday evening.

Recommended in Chambers UK 2019

Porter Dodson has once again been ranked in Chambers UK, a leading legal directory.

Legal 500 2019 recognition

Porter Dodson has been recommended in the leading industry guide Legal 500 UK (2018-19).

Porter Dodson recommended in Chambers HNW 2018

Porter Dodson has once again been ranked in the global Chambers High Net Worth guide.

Corporate commercial associate appointment

Porter Dodson has strengthened its Corporate Commercial offering with the appointment of David Culshaw. He joins as an Associate Solicitor, working...

Money raised for League of Friends Musgrove Park

Local charity, League of Friends Musgrove Park, has been presented with a cheque by Porter Dodson.

New family partner at Porter Dodson

Porter Dodson has appointed a new partner to its family team. Cathryn Smithjoined the firm in 2015 and works in the Yeovil office with some 75...

Stamp Duty Relief for first-time buyers

At last, we have had some long-awaited good news from the budget for the housing market.

Recommended again in the Legal 500

Porter Dodson has been recommended in the latest edition of the Legal 500 UK (2017).

Porter Dodson recommended in Chambers HNW 2017

We are delighted to have been ranked in the global Chambers High Net Worth guide.

Cheque presented to the Rosie Crane Trust

Employees at the Taunton office held regular fundraising events and activities, such as dress down days, bake sales and Office Olympics, to raise...

Employment Tribunal fees found to be unlawful

The Supreme Court has confirmed that Employment Tribunal and Employment Appeal Tribunal fees are unlawful and will be quashed.

Moles Brewery sold to South West drinks company

Founders of the well-known South West based Moles Brewery, Black Rat and West Country Gold Cider brands have recently sold the company to Tolchards...

Latest update from Stephen Mahoney – Vice President of DASLS

Since Stephen Mahoney, Partner at Porter Dodson, took over as Vice President of the Dorset and Somerset Law Society (DASLS), his involvement has...

Law Society President visits the Taunton office

On Monday, members of our Taunton office had the opportunity to meet with the President of the Law Society, Robert Bourns, to discuss issues...

Money raised for Mosaic by Dorchester office

Dorset charity, Mosaic, has been presented with a cheque by Porter Dodson.

Partner elected as DASLS Vice President

Stephen Mahoney, Partner and Wellington Office Head, has recently been elected Devon and Somerset Law Society's (DASLS) Vice President.

Porter Dodson is supporting local charity, St Margaret’s Hospice

With the new regulations surrounding communications coming into force in May 2018, St Margaret’s Hospice is asking their supporters to complete a...

Porter Dodson raise money for Yeovil Hospital Charity

Yeovil charity, Yeovil Hospital Charity, has been presented with a cheque by Porter Dodson.

Porter Dodson move to Telford House

Porter Dodson has moved to new offices in Yeovil, located at Telford House, The Park, which is in a prominent position overlooking the Hospital...

Shortlisted for the 2017 DASLS Law Firm of the Year, and Innovation Awards

Porter Dodson is delighted to have been shortlisted for the 2017 Devon & Somerset Law Society Law Firm (11+ Partners) of the Year, and Innovation...

Porter Dodson recommended in Chambers UK 2017

Porter Dodson, has once again been ranked in Chambers UK.

Just one point away!

Having signed up for the Moonraker Challenge, committed ourselves to seven miles and taken our compass reading lessons, we set out one sunny Saturday...

On the right track?

The Porter Dodson Moonraker team met yesterday with our very own Bear Grylls, Phil Stocker.

Networking with a Difference

As a Firm, we support many local projects and networking events around Somerset and Dorset. Our most recent endeavour was a networking bike ride...

Can anyone use a compass?

So there we all were, sat quite happily at our desks one September afternoon, minding our business, when a very innocent looking email arrived from a...

Recognition in the Legal 500 once again

Porter Dodson has been recommended in the leading industry guide, Legal 500 UK (2016), once again.

Taunton office raises £822.18 for St Margaret’s Hospice

Somerset charity, St Margaret’s Hospice, has been presented with a cheque by Lesley Gaskell, Partner at Porter Dodson.

Porter Dodson recognised as an Investor in People

Porter Dodson has been awarded the Investors in People Gold standard, joining the top 7% of accredited organisations across the UK who believe in...

Cycling... Go On! Give it a Go!

Well, a week has now passed since the Porter Dodson Pedalers completed the DSAA C2C cycle challenge. Firstly, I have to say that parading past my...

Porter Dodson ranked 7th for economic growth

The Lawyer magazine reported last week that across a spread of financial measures, Porter Dodson showed the 7th best growth performance of the Top...

Cycling… The Bike

It took at least a week before the enormity of the event and the challenges it would bring really sunk in. In my naivety I assumed I would be able to...

Joy's upcoming adventure to darkest Peru!

In May of this year, Joy Woollerton, one of our Residential Property legal advisors, will be trekking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu to raise funds...

Cycling… Remind me, why did I agree to that?

Signing up for the event... Having joined the Firm last year, I’ve only recently learned of the Dorset and Somerset Coast 2 Coast (C2C) cycling...

Yeovil office raises £900 for St Margaret's Hospice

Somerset charity, St Margaret’s Hospice, has been presented with a cheque by Robert Fox, Managing Partner and Yeovil Office Head.

Shortlisted for the 2016 DASLS Law Firm of the Year Award

Porter Dodson is delighted to have been shortlisted for the 2016 Devon & Somerset Law Society Law Firm (11+ Partners) of the Year Award category.

Taunton office raises £1200 for The Conquest Centre

Somerset charity, The Conquest Centre, has been presented with a cheque for a significant sum of money by Lesley Gaskell, Partner in the Taunton...

Porter Dodson ranked in Chambers UK

Porter Dodson has been ranked in the 2016 edition of Chambers UK once again.

Porter Dodson takes on the Commando Challenge

On 10th October 2015, a team of solicitors, managers, legal advisors and support staff from the firm completed the Commando Challenge in aid of the...

Porter Dodson recommended in the Legal 500 again

Porter Dodson, has once again been recommended in the recent edition of leading industry publication, Legal 500 (2015).

Austen Whetham & Guest joins Porter Dodson

Porter Dodson, a UK Top 200 law firm, has today merged with the highly regarded local solicitors, Austen Whetham & Guest of South Street, Bridport.

On your bike!

Our Business Excellence Manager, Phil Stocker, and Taunton office head, Stephen Wray, joined nearly 600 other cyclists on Sunday 17 May 2015 for the 5

New Commercial Partner appointment at the Yeovil office

Porter Dodson has further strengthened its Commercial services offering with the appointment of Victoria Walker. She joins as Partner in the Yeovil...

Porter Dodson ranked in Chambers UK 2015

Following on from their recent recommendation in the Legal 500, Porter Dodson’s position as one of the leading law firms in the South West has been...

Porter Dodson once again ranked in the Legal 500

UK top 200 law firm, Porter Dodson, has once again been recommended in the leading industry publication Legal 500 (2014), further reinforcing their...

Partner appointments at Porter Dodson

Porter Dodson is delighted to announce the appointment of Nicholas Clegg and Chris Pemberton to the role of Partner following the firm’s...

Walking for St Margaret’s Hospice

As in previous years, Porter Dodson has sponsored the Great Somerset Walk in aid of St Margaret’s Hospice. As well as being a fund raising event, it...

£1200 raised by the Taunton office for the Beacon Centre

Porter Dodson’s Taunton office has raised £1200 for its 2013/14 nominated charity, the Beacon Centre. The money has been raised by employees holding...

Solicitor retires after 36 years with Porter Dodson

Nick Williams has retired from Porter Dodson after more than 30 years with the Firm.

New Associate appointment at Porter Dodson’s Taunton office

Stephen Wray (Office Head at Taunton office), Ben Hingley and Bruce Weir

Green Shoots 2014 style?

By Nicholas Clegg, Finance Director

Solicitors get a solar powered boost

Somerset and Dorset solicitors Porter Dodson has recently (January, 2014) installed solar panels onto its roof to help reduce its carbon footprint.

Taunton Office sponsored cycling for the Beacon Centre

On the 22nd November members of Porter Dodson’s Taunton office are doing a sponsored cycle ride in the reception area, covering 115 miles, which is...

Porter Dodson ranked in Chambers UK 2014

Porter Dodson’s position as one of the leading law firms in the South West has been further enhanced by its ranking in the latest publication of...

Porter Dodson Fertility ‘Highly Commended’ at Law Society Excellence Awards

Porter Dodson LLP is delighted to announce that their Fertility and Parenting team, headed by Partner Louisa Ghevaert, has been ‘Highly Commended’...

Legal 500 recognition for Porter Dodson

Porter Dodson’s position as one of the leading law firms in the South West has been further reflected in the mention of six of its Partners and...

Porter Dodson is supporting St Margaret’s Hospice Wills Week 2013

Porter Dodson is delighted to be participating in the 2013 St Margaret’s Hospice Make a Will Week initiative which runs from 9th September – 13th...

Solicitors support Charity Ride and Stride event

Volunteers across Dorset are gearing up to pedal for their parish at this year’s Ride & Stride event. The annual fundraising day, organised by...

Lawyers’ Guide published by Legal Ombudsman

The Legal Ombudsman published this week a guide for people considering using a lawyer. The guide, which includes a list of top ten tips, is...

Porter Dodson’s Solicitors: “Leaders in their Field”

Leading legal directory Chambers UK has announced that it is to name four of Porter Dodson’s Partners as “Leaders in their Field”.

End of an era as Legal Practitioner retires after 44 years

The end of June will mark the end of an era as wills, trusts and probate specialist Jill Griffin retires after 44 years’ service with leading...

Porter Dodson’s Renewables and Employment teams contribute to the latest edition of Somerset Chamber Newsletter

Catch up on the latest news regarding Renewables and Employment Law in the June edition of the Somerset Chamber of Commerce Newsletter.

Somerset Solicitors support prestigious Business Awards

Porter Dodson Solicitors & Advisors, a UK Top 200 Law Firm with offices in Somerset and Dorset, is pleased to be supporting this year’s Somerset...

Somerset Solicitors support Hospice Walk

Porter Dodson Solicitors & Advisors was delighted to support the Great Somerset Walk in support of St Margaret’s Hospice.

Porter Dodson’s Taunton Office celebrates five years at Blackbrook

Porter Dodson Solicitors & Advisors’ Taunton team recently welcomed more than a hundred guests to its offices at Blackbrook Business Park. The early...

Partner retires after more than 30 years with law firm – but won’t be going far just yet!

After more than 30 years with the Firm, Nick Williams retired from the Partnership of Porter Dodson at the end of April.

Hats off to the ladies at Taunton Racecourse

Porter Dodson Solicitors & Advisors hosted a reception for guests at this year’s Ladies Day at Taunton Racecourse.

Somerset and Dorset solicitors Porter Dodson sponsor Business Awards

Somerset and Dorset Solicitors Porter Dodson are pleased to sponsor the Western Gazette Business Awards 2013 in the category of Great Innovation...

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