Ellie Portnell

Email:

ellie.portnell@porterdodson.co.uk

Phone:

01935 846821

Location:

Sherborne

Position:

Paralegal

Team:

Private Client

Specialism:

Wills and probate, Estate administration including probate and intestacy

Get In Touch

Bio

I joined Porter Dodson in May 2025, bringing with me valuable experience from a previous role at another respected local law firm, where I also specialised in Private Client work.

My role is to support clients with a range of personal legal matters including the preparation of Wills, Probate and Estate Administration and Lasting Powers of attorney. I work with clients in a kind and considerate manner, treating each individual with the respect that they deserve.

Outside of work, you can often find me on the netball court or walking my spaniel, Pip, around the local countryside.

Testimonials

We have always found that Porter Dodson deliver an excellent service, and this recent experience of re-doing our Wills and establishing our LPAs has been a shining example. Top communications and service and great people. Thank you Jacob and Ellie.

Private Client

Compassion and complete awareness when dealing with the estate of my late sister. Total empathy during a very difficult time, I am so grateful. They kept me informed throughout the process and always anticipating what I might need. Having Jacob and Ellie with me was total reassurance, they shouldered all the stress and I could not have managed without them. Thank you both.

Private Client

I have nothing but good feedback to give - mum's estate took some work, time and patience to sort out, every member of your staff were helpful, knowledgeable, prompt, polite, and kind in everything which needed doing. I am so grateful for all the support and reassurance they gave as well, it is not only deciphering and sorting out the legal side but also dealing with emotions when someone loved has died, so important and appreciated. We used various departments in your company, and these sentiments apply to all. Thank you.

Maggie

We worked with Jacob and Ellie at Porter Dodson in Sherborne to support us with executing a will and to guide us through probate - with the added complication that all 3 executors of the estate lived in different countries. Throughout they were responsive, answered questions quickly, gave us regular updates and helped us find the best solutions to some quite complicated logistical problems. They were friendly and professional throughout which is exactly the support you need when you're dealing with a loss. We can never thank them enough. We would recommend Porter Dodson without hesitation.

Joanne

Contact Ellie Portnell

First name *

Last name *

Email *

Phone Number *

Company name

Preferred Office Location *

Type of Enquiry *

Message *

How did you hear about us? *

Legal Awards and Accreditations

Investors In People - Awards 2025 - Finalist 200px