Testimonials

I found everyone polite, efficient and friendly. I hadn't been looking forward to the meeting but you were able to put me at ease and explain the situation clearly.

Client: Anonymous
Team: dispute resolution
Lawyer: cara hough

We were guided all through the process of Share Transfer and advised on the decisions agreed and our commitment to the future on those decisions. We were kept informed at all times during the process. Our experience was a very positive one and the service given was to a very high standard. We would use your services again and recommend them to others.

Client: Anonymous
Team: corporate commercial
Lawyer: evelyn adfield

Best experience with Porter Dodson over years. Peter showed interest and a determination to be of help. Promises made. Promises kept.

Client: Anonymous
Team: probate tax tusts wills
Lawyer: peter cooke

Any questions I had were dealt with very professionally and, equally important, in a very clear and easily understood manner. In addition, the staff I encountered were very friendly, also welcoming.

Client: Mrs Cardwell
Team: probate tax tusts wills
Lawyer: kerensa cooper

Everything was handled very professionally by Melanie. I was kept informed during the whole process and all was explained to the point where I did not need to ask any questions! I felt I was treated as a valued client.

Client: Mr G
Team: dispute resolution
Lawyer: melanie stewart

Hannah was an absolute pleasure in our face to face meetings, taking time to fully explain details and preparation of our respective Wills.

Client: Anonymous
Team: probate tax tusts wills
Lawyer: hannah coton lines

Laura and Jessica were exemplary in their service. I was kept informed every step of the way, getting 1st class advice in a matter that was very difficult for me. I was dealt with with such care and kindness along with advice that was absolutely perfect.

Client: Anonymous
Team: employment
Lawyer: laura roper

I am very impressed with Cathryn Smith. She's very approachable, she listens and understands the situation and explains clearly how to progress. Her advice was sound and the outcome of my divorce and finances was good and fair.

Client: Anonymous
Team: family
Lawyer: cathryn smith

Peter was excellent at explaining all options available to me and what outcomes my decisions would have. I am very grateful for all his hard work.

Client: Mrs Lanfranchi
Team: probate tax tusts wills
Lawyer: peter cooke

Very helpful, kept me informed as the process unfolded. Friendly, efficient, knowledgeable and ready to advise.

Client: Mr Evans
Team: residential property
Lawyer: amy mowlam

An efficient service conducted in a friendly manner. A job well done. Thank you.

Client: Mr & Mrs Arnold
Team: residential property
Lawyer: michelle wilson

Very good team of solicitors. Very friendly and helpful. I would recommend them to family and friends.

Client: Anonymous
Team: dispute resolution
Lawyer: cara hough

Porter Dodson dealt with my case very well and professionally. I would say it was good value for money and David Beatson was very good and helpful throughout.

Client: Anonymous
Team: family
Lawyer: david beatson

Everyone was fantastic, working long hours, including weekends and evenings, in order to ensure our commercial sale went through prior to the deadline. Evelyn and her team went above and beyond and we would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone.

Client: Anonymous
Team: corporate commercial
Lawyer: evelyn adfield

Very pleased with the professional, friendly and approachable service I received. Thank you.

Client: Anonymous
Team: probate tax tusts wills
Lawyer: stephanie mcCulloch

Professional, straightforward and accurate execution of the brief. The company's new premises, having been fitted out to a high standard, reflect what the company is capable of achieving and a high bar for other firms to aspire to.

Client: Mrs Coulthard
Team: residential property
Lawyer: dominic savage

The overall problem of moving seemed to be taken from us by the way you handled the legal work.

Client: Anonymous
Team: residential property
Lawyer: dominic savage

The whole engagement process was well explained and Adrian made me feel at ease in what was an unfamiliar situation for myself. I would certainly recommend Porter Dodson's services to anyone else who needed employment law advice.

Client: Anonymous
Team: employment
Lawyer: adrian poole

Amy Mowlam is a wonderful asset to your company. Nothing was too much trouble and her attention to detail, perfect. Thank you.

Client: Anonymous
Team: residential property
Lawyer: amy mowlam

We received world class service, timely answers and personal advice from Amy and her team. We felt valued as customers and that our case mattered to our solicitor, who was always available and courteous.

Client: Anonymous
Team: residential property
Lawyer: amy mowlam

The standard of efficiency, helpfulness and keeping me up to date with progress provided me with the reassurance my needs were being met. I do feel I have spent my money well!

Client: Anonymous
Team: probate tax tusts wills
Lawyer: kerensa cooper

Exceptionally professional service with genuine empathy for a difficult situation but with strong legal advice to support a pragmatic solution.

Client: Mr & Mrs Cupper
Team: probate tax tusts wills
Lawyer: lesley hamilton

Lisa was very good and understanding. I would use you again.

Client: Mr Griffee
Team: family
Lawyer: lisa payne

Thank you for an extremely friendly and efficient service. The invaluable help and advice given by Meggie, along with her dedication and personal approach, made everything a lot easier and smoother.

Client: Mrs Peverley
Team: probate tax tusts wills
Lawyer: meggie crane

The support and advice I received from Claire helped enormously in reducing my stress levels about the whole purchase

Client: Anonymous
Team: residential property
Lawyer: claire hannaford

I found Jennie very efficient, punctual and helpful in all respects and felt she was really on my side.

Client: Anonymous
Team: residential property
Lawyer: jennie vaughan jackson

Evelyn was excellent in her understanding of the situation and always available either by email or phone. A first class service by all and would strongly recommend to anyone.

Client: Anonymous
Team: corporate commercial
Lawyer: evelyn adfield

Wonderful service. Prompt and efficient at all times.

Client: Anonymous
Team: residential property
Lawyer: debbie osborne

I would like to thank Lucy for the care and patience she showed when there were some aspects of making my LPA which I didn't always understand. I am confident that my future affairs are in safe hands.

Client: Mrs P A Smith
Team: probate tax tusts wills
Lawyer: lucy horsington

Exceptional service and value for money - I guess that selling a business is never going to be straightforward but the feeling of reassurance that came from Evelyn's calm approach and obvious experience made the whole process much easier than it could have been.

Client: Anonymous
Team: corporate commercial
Lawyer: evelyn adfield

Sharon was professional whilst also providing a very personal service. We felt that she listened attentively to our requests and provided clear and helpful advice. The service Sharon and Lyndsey provided was second to none.

Client: Mr & Mrs Derrick
Team: probate tax tusts wills
Lawyer: sharon collier

An excellent, efficient and friendly team, always willing to listen and advise. Definite value for money, providing a better service than previous experience has offered. It is with sincere thanks and appreciation for everything you have done for me that I would highly recommend your services.

Client: Anonymous
Team: residential property
Lawyer: michelle wilson

This is the second time this year we have had dealings with Porter Dodson. We have received both good service and advice through various members of staff. This has been provided in a friendly, professional and sympathetic manner.

Client: Mr & Mrs Porter
Team: probate tax tusts wills
Lawyer: vicki thyer

Courteous, understanding, punctilious and professional in all respects. Extremely satisfied with service and outcome.

Client: Anonymous
Team: residential property
Lawyer: lucy horsington

A fantastic service, great outcome and it has been a pleasure to work with Jennie and Carol.

Client: Anonymous
Team: residential property
Lawyer: jennie vaughan jackson

We were treated with efficient professionalism moderated with a human touch. It is a pleasure to be looked after so well and Lisa went out of her way to help us more than once.

Client: Anonymous
Team: probate tax tusts wills
Lawyer: lisa parsons

We were both really pleased with the service provided to us by Porter Dodson. We have recommended Kerensa to several of our friends who are looking for a similar service.

Client: Anonymous
Team: probate tax tusts wills
Lawyer: kerensa cooper

Very pleased with the way everything was dealt with and especially that Robert Coppard came out to see us with all the paperwork - very much appreciated.

Client: Anonymous
Team: residential property
Lawyer: robert coppard

Very helpful, friendly and efficient.

Client: Anonymous
Team: residential property
Lawyer: kirsty green

A very comforting and highly professional service provided by Jennifer and Verity. Having been with Batt Sanders & Bennett since 1972, it is very reassuring that the new, larger organisation that has taken over the old, familiar firm has given us the confidence to know that our interests in both property and Wills are being looked after so well.

Client: Mr & Mrs Hunter-Inglis
Team: residential property
Lawyer: jennifer wallbridge

Very professional, very understanding, friendly and easy to work with. Offered very helpful advice and quick to respond. I would be happy to recommend the services of Porter Dodson going forwards. Thank you, Meggie, for making some of this awkward scenario so easy to deal with.

Client: Anonymous
Team: probate tax tusts wills
Lawyer: meggie crane

David Beatson has been an absolute godsend through my recent guardianship case. He has always been there when needed and I never felt that anything was too much trouble. A great person with a down to earth attitude and great humour. Thank you.

Client: Anonymous
Team: family
Lawyer: david beatson

A very friendly team that put me at ease and got to know me so that they could understand my needs and guide me to make decisions on my Will.

Client: Anonymous
Team: probate tax tusts wills
Lawyer: peter cooke

Professional, thoughtful and efficient.

Client: Anonymous
Team: probate tax tusts wills
Lawyer: kate james

Available when required and informative at all times. If required, would use your services again.

Client: Mr Burton
Team: commercial property
Lawyer: laura chamberlain

Absolutely first class service. Money well spent, nothing could be done better.

Client: Mrs Chambers
Team: residential property
Lawyer: michelle wilson

Really good advice. Things explained properly. Would definitely use Julia Perrins again in the future if needed.

Client: Anonymous
Team: family
Lawyer: julia perrins

‘Excellent problem solver’ Stephen Wray is ‘an experienced commercial and private client litigator’ who ‘understands the law but also appreciates the client’s needs’, ‘bringing a commercial eye to complicated trusts and probate disputes’.

Client: Legal 500 2017b
Team: dispute resolution
Lawyer: stephen wray

The ‘established and capable’ practice group is headed by Stephen Wray, a ‘heavyweight litigator with long experience of providing a sterling service to clients’.

Client: Legal 500 2017a
Team: dispute resolution
Lawyer: stephen wray

‘Knowledgeable, professional and friendly’ Richard Baker.

Client: Legal 500 2017
Team: family
Lawyer: richard baker

‘Immensely capable and pragmatic’ associate Cathryn Smith ‘puts her clients first’ and ‘always ensures they are given solid advice’.

Client: Legal 500 2017
Team: family
Lawyer: cathryn smith

Sharon Collier impresses with her ‘knowledge, common sense and manner’.

Client: Legal 500 2017
Team: probate tax tusts wills
Lawyer: sharon collier

‘Thorough and trustworthy’ practice head Bruce Weir.

Client: Legal 500 2017
Team: commercial property
Lawyer: bruce weir

Louise Sanders, a ‘commercially minded’ partner in the firm’s Yeovil office.

Client: Legal 500 2017
Team: family
Lawyer: louise sanders

Cara Hough is ‘an extremely thorough, competent and practical practitioner’ who ‘goes the extra mile to achieve the best result’.

Client: Legal 500 2017
Team: dispute resolution
Lawyer: cara hough

Rebecca Marshall and Meriel Corrigan are ‘dedicated to achieving the right outcome for children’.

Client: Legal 500 2017
Team: family
Lawyer: rebecca marshall

The 'industrious' Ben Hingley.

Client: Legal 500 2017
Team: commercial property
Lawyer: ben hingley

I found everyone very pleasant and helpful. The whole procedure was explained to me and what I wanted was done. Thank you.

Client: Anonymous
Team: probate tax tusts wills
Lawyer: robyn greenway

We have used Porter Dodson for many years and have found them highly professional in all work they have taken on for us. Steve Farnham and Laura Chamberlain have dealt with both the sale and purchase with efficiency and compassion. I would highly recommend this firm to anyone seeking complete satisfaction without hesitation.

Client: Mrs Jerfferies
Team: residential property
Lawyer: steve farnham

The service we received from Merlin Lewis and staff at Porter Dodson was exemplary. Treatment of clients is very professional and friendly. Thank you for your superb service.

Client: Mr & Mrs Winfield
Team: probate tax tusts wills
Lawyer: merlin lewis

Both Jennie and Carol are always a pleasure to deal with. Jennie listens well and advises clearly.

Client: Mrs Tulley
Team: residential property
Lawyer: jennie vaughan jackson

I have been totally delighted with all the services and help I have received. A very friendly, professional manner at a time of great stress. Thank you all involved.

Client: Mrs Stainer
Team: probate tax tusts wills
Lawyer: ian sankey

Making my Will was daunting for me but it was made a lot easier with Lucy's patience. I would recommend your practice to anybody. Thanks once again.

Client: Anonymous
Team: probate tax tusts wills
Lawyer: lucy horsington

We were very impressed with the service we received from Porter Dodson, Yeovil. Everything was explained fully and the whole process of making our Wills, and later on updating them, was done with efficiency and compassion. We would definitely recommend Porter Dodson to others who need legal advice and services.

Client: Mr & Mrs Toms
Team: probate tax tusts wills
Lawyer: kerensa cooper

Louise Ward was excellent at keeping me informed and very easy to deal with.

Client: Anonymous
Team: residential property
Lawyer: louise ward

Polite, friendly service. Efficient and professional. Thank you.

Client: Anonymous (NJPCFW)
Team: residential property
Lawyer: debbie osborne

I felt very confident that the information and advice given was sound, well deserved and knowledgeable. I am pleased with the outcome and would certainly call on Lucy's services should the occasion arise.

Client: Anonymous
Team: probate tax tusts wills
Lawyer: lucy horsington

Michelle was friendly and very helpful in explaining legal terms in a simplified way. Communications were always prompt and I felt confident she was acting in my best interests. Excellent, professional service.

Client: Anonymous
Team: residential property
Lawyer: michelle wilson

You were always friendly and I felt you were there for me. Thanks to you all. I am very happy in my new home.

Client: Mrs Broomer
Team: residential property
Lawyer: robert coppard

Our overall experience was very good. The subject of our Wills was explained clearly and carried out quickly. The service provided was excellent and the whole experience was very positive.

Client: Anonymous
Team: probate tax tusts wills
Lawyer: sharon collier

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