Buying and Selling Houses

Whether you are selling your home, looking to buy a house or flat, or both, our team of experienced property lawyers are here to guide you through the process to completion.

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Buying or selling a home? How we can help

Whether you're buying your first home, selling a property, or managing both at once, our experienced residential property team is here to guide you through the process with clarity and confidence.

We understand that moving home is a big moment and we’re committed to making it as smooth and stress-free as possible.

We explain the legal process as “conveyancing” and further details can be found on the Legal Choices website or by viewing our handy flowchart for 'Buying & Selling House: the process'. Our full booklet explaining the process, is sent out to all our clients before starting work.

Why Choose Porter Dodson?

Personal, Friendly Service
You’ll work with a dedicated, approachable legal expert who understands your goals and keeps you informed at every stage.

Clear, Tailored Advice
Whether you're a first-time buyer or a seasoned investor, we’ll provide advice that’s practical, jargon-free, and tailored to your situation.

Speed and Efficiency
Timing matters - especially when you're part of a chain. We work closely with estate agents, mortgage lenders, brokers, and other solicitors to keep things moving and avoid delays.

Transparent Fees
You’ll receive a clear fee guide at the outset, so you know exactly what to expect - no surprises.

Trusted Expertise
We’re accredited by the Law Society’s Conveyancing Quality Scheme (CQS), so you can be confident in our skills, professionalism, and commitment to high standards.

Helpful Resources
We provide a Buying and Selling Houses Booklet that walks you through the process step by step.

Local Knowledge, National Reach
With offices across Somerset, Dorset and Devon, we’re well placed to help. But wherever you are in England, we can work with you by phone, email, or post.

I am absolutely delighted with the service I received from Hannah Richards at Porter Dodson regarding with the sale of my property. Extremely informative from the very start. Providing updates along the way and responding to enquiries very quickly and efficiently. As with all sales it can be quite stressful especially at the last hurdle, but Hannah's reassurance and friendly and professional manner kept me calm throughout the process. I would highly recommend Hannah and will certainly be in touch with my next purchase. Well done Hannah!

Debbie

Reena Raval is well known as the most knowledgeable and experienced conveyancing solicitor in the South West. That reputation, in our experience, is fully justified. Reena grasped all the issues and negotiated, on our behalf, with ‘the other side’. Reena is kind, efficient and experienced. My wife and I are very, very grateful and recommend her without hesitation.

Nicholas

I had excellent and efficient service from Jen and Hannah.

Jodie

Consistently high level professional competence on a routine legal matter effectively delivered by Louise Wootton.

Tony