Porter Dodson Solicitors & Advisors Reviews 488

TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.9

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Considering 112 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the staff for their efficiency, professionalism, and helpfulness, often highlighting their ability to keep clients well-informed and reassured during complex processes. The service provided is frequently described as excellent, with many people appreciating the thoroughness, clear communication, and quick response times, making potentially difficult situations much more straightforward. Reviewers often note the personalized and understanding approach of the customer service team, which instills confidence and ensures a smooth experience from start to finish. However, some customers also noted that while communication was generally excellent, they would have appreciated face-to-face interactions in certain instances. Additionally, one reviewer expressed dissatisfaction with the time taken to process a simple eviction notice and the subsequent billing, feeling it was not in line with the work carried out.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We had to get a flat purchase in Exeter done very quickly. Nicola Hughes and her team at PD pulled out all the stops to get the purchase over the line in an amazingly short time - 2 months from first... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Reena and Jennifer worked hard to keep us updated and explain in every detail the procedure of selling and buying. Reena replied by return any enquiries we came up against and was always polite and u... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It has been a long and drawn out sale of my late mothers property, but made so much easier by the efficiency of Porter Dodson and especially Reena. Everything was done efficiently, professionally and... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We have had very good service from Porter Dodson, Bridport. Ms Stephanie McCulloch helped us redraft our Wills during Covid and met us outside in a car park with her assistant to witness us signing th... See more


Company details

  1. Law Firm
  2. Elder Law Attorney
  3. Employment Attorney
  4. Estate Planning Attorney
  5. Family Law Attorney
  6. Real Estate Attorney

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Sometimes you get a level of service and understanding from an advisor who really stands out from the rest. Our people are committed to achieving that benchmark. We also aim to approach even the most challenging legal issue with a no-nonsense, straightforward approach. Life’s complicated - instructing a solicitor shouldn’t be.


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4.9

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TrustScore 5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Porter Dodson's 5 star service

The Yeovil office of Porter Dodson came recommended to me by a friend and I can only do the same.

From start to finish, the whole team, particularly my assigned Legal Executive (TH), were absolutely fabulous.

I couldn't have asked for a more friendly and efficient service and wouldn't hesitate in recommending them.

March 31, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Porter Dodson - Conveyancing

Reena Raval has just completed the conveyancing, on behalf of the executors, of a house in a probate sale. She is a great person to work with. Reena is an excellent communicator, highly organised and efficient. The same must be said for Amy Bishop. We knew at every point in the process that Reena and Amy were doing all that was possible, and we were given excellent advice when it was needed. Thank you to all at Porter Dodson for your support.

For reasons of an outstanding prior experience (working with Stephanie McCulloch), we did not shop around for a solicitor to carry out this conveyancing work. We found the price to be reasonable in the light of the work required, and the experience of working with Reena was excellent.

April 11, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Support

Clare was fantastic to work with throughout the whole process of dealing with a family trust. From our first engagement through to completion she was always available to answer any of our queries and provided guidance each step of the way during what was a very challenging time.

April 7, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

1st class service over 9 years

Porter Dodson LLp have provided myself and my wife with 1st class service since we contacted them in 2016.
They have acted for us on a wide range of matters including Wills, Power of Attorney, Probate, application for Care Order & Parental Responsibility and specialist Trusts. Dealing with staff in their Bridport, Dorchester and Wellington offices.

February 1, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent, Responsive and Professional Legal Services

An excellent, thoroughly professional and efficient conveyancing service provided by friendly, diligent, knowledgable and responsive staff. Caron Abbott of the Sherborne office initiated the work then Bethany O’Hare of the Poundbury branch, ably assisted by James Morris, assumed responsibility. Despite heavy work loading and a substantial number of queries Bethany resolutely drove the process forward to achieve completion within the financial year. I have no hesitation of strongly recommending Porter Dodson and Bethany O’Hare in particular. However, perhaps the most compelling endorsement is that I have already decided to request Bethany to act for me on other matters.

March 28, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Reena

Reena, and all at Porter Dodson were friendly, and very reassuring after i instructed them at very late notice, that they could complete on a house that I bought at auction in just 5 working days, which they did, very efficiently. All the stress was taken away from me.
Highly recommend.

March 25, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent support throughout a very stressful time

As a family, we have used Porter Dodson in Bridport for many aspects of legal advice and representation over several years. We have received consistently professional and supportive services for Wills, Trusts, Deeds, Conveyancing - the list goes on!

Two years ago, our mum was admitted to a Care Home and we have not only had to cope with the stress and anxiety that this brings, but we have also had to endure a fraught house clearance and sale over this 2 year period. We were unlucky with fallen sales and other complications, but we were supported by Porter Dodson every step of the way.

I would particularly like to thank Reena Raval who has been involved with the house sale since the beginning. She is a very professional and competent conveyancing expert. She is kind and empathetic and easily accessible by phone when you need to discuss and share a frustration, rather than send an email!

I would highly recommend Porter Dodson for anyone looking for expert legal advice.

March 6, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

Reena Raval managed the whole process of selling my late mother’s property with diligence, sensitivity and efficiency.
Communication was excellent throughout and Reena was both professional and empathic, enabling my siblings and I to manage a difficult process with dignity.

March 27, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Jenny Shepherd and Emma Bottomley from…

Jenny Shepherd and Emma Bottomley from the Wellington branch went above and beyond the pale to accelerate our move into our new home. They managed to get us from accepted offer to completion in a little over three weeks. Their attention to detail, professional pragmatic due diligence and communication were all superb, very much the best conveyancing experience we have had, period. thanks so so much!

March 28, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A pleasant and professional service.

The receptionist that we met first was extremely welcoming and pleasant. We waited for a short time in a comfortable room and our solicitor, Emily Simpson, was very pleasant and professional.
We could not have asked for a better service. Excellent in all respects.

March 24, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Exemplary Service

Porter Dodson have consistently provided a professional, supportive and efficient service whilst obtaining grant of probate and being joint executors to my late father's estate. Their expertise and all round service has been exemplary and I will definitely continue to employ their services, as our choice of family solicitors.

March 27, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Efficient expertise with laudable clarity.

Thanks to Porter Dodson, my wife & I have recently completed both reviews of our respective Wills, and established Lasting Powers of Attorney. Throughout both processes on our behalf, Porter Dodson has efficiently applied its expertise, and with laudable clarity.

March 14, 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly recommend Porter Dodson…

Highly recommend Porter Dodson Solicitors. Great communication and clarity throughout. Very informative and supporting throughout the whole process of buying my first house. Honest and clear with the whole process. Will use again in the future.

January 31, 2025
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