Porter Dodson Solicitors & Advisors Reviews 

514
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 being professional, helpful, and understanding throughout their interactions. The service provided is frequently described as efficient and thorough, with many appreciating the quick progress and attention to detail in their matters. Reviewers highlight excellent communication, noting that staff kept them well-informed and responded promptly to inquiries, making processes smoother. People often mention feeling supported and reassured, especially during complex or stressful situations, due to the team's compassionate approach. The user experience is consistently smooth, with customers appreciating the clear explanations and ease of interaction. Many express strong recommendations and a clear intention to use the company's services again in the future, reflecting high satisfaction.

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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

I used Porter Dodson Yeovil when I was selling my house and buying another property. Tanya and her team were so patient with me when there were things I didn’t understand. Tanya provided a first class... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We dealt with Reena Raval at Porter Dodson in Sherborne when selling our house and found her and all other members of staff, without exception, to be friendly and most helpful. We were very impressed... 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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TrustScore 5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service, exceptionally professional.

Reena R at Porter Dobson has been amazing. She has replied speedily when I've asked a question. Her support and guidance has been amazing. I cannot rate Porter Dobson, especially Reeva highly enough. I highly recommend this company. Thank you.

17 October 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The whole team at porter Dobson were…

The whole team at porter Dobson were very supportive with selling and buying my properties.
Reena Raval had the tricky task of picking up the purchase of my house at the ninth hour and was so helpful and kind during this period ,this made it all so much easier for me and I can’t thank her enough .

1 September 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The Bridport Office

My most recent experience relates to the Bridport office and the need to make a will.
The service all round was very good including reception, documentation and the professional advice itself.
The atmosphere is more welcoming than in the Poundbury office which has a much more commercial. impersonal almost industrial atmosphere which, though quite professional, is colder,

10 October 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Efficient and highly professional

We were highly impressed by the efficiency and professionalism shown by Reena Raval and her assistant Beckie in our recent sale transaction. It made for a very smooth and stress free transaction. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them for a property transaction.

8 October 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Please avoid this firm totally imcompantent …

And once again I have been another victim of porter dobson I wished I had read reviews before employing them but as I was griving and not not myself at the time I failed to read reviews

They seem very good in property cases but in Wills and Probate cases it's a big No

I have been overcharged for unnecessary work conducted and to no conclusion on my contested will case to the fact I had to resort to employing another solicitor's firm who got the probate lifted in half the time and a fraction of the cost I would like to stress anyone who has been in a similar situation to take them to the Legal Ombudsman which is what stage im at at the moment

6 August 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Friendly and professional


We used Porter Dodson solicitors for a property inheritance and transfer of deeds, mainly dealing with Reena Raval she was absolutely brilliant,friendly, professional, and always kept us informed and answering any queries, often out of "office hours"— she made the whole process so much easier and stress free

9 October 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Would definitely recommend!

Katie and Shannon from the Taunton Branch were both great! Super helpful and thorough. kept us updated and informed at all times and made the process enjoyable and smooth! Would definitely use them again for any sales or purchases in the future!

29 August 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great support & advice from Reena Ravel

I was supported and advised by Reena Ravel throughout the recent sale of my property in Bridport. Reena was very helpful and efficient, always keeping me informed about the process and answering my questions clearly and promptly.

20 June 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thank you

We cannot recommend Abigail Davis at Porter Dodson in Taunton high enough. This isn’t the first time I have used Abigail - she first helped me with buying a house, and she was fantastic. So much so that I knew exactly who to ask when I went on to sale that house and purchase our dream home. She’s is very knowledgeable and professional, but also just a super lovely, and understanding person and really works with you to help make the process as easy and stress free as possible. We are very thankful to her and her team for their help and would absolutely use them over and over again. Thank you.

10 September 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Bethany was fantastic

Bethany was fantastic , first time selling a property so was unsure of all the processes, she was fast to reply to my questions and emails I would definitely recommend and use again

26 June 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Making The Difficult Easy

I had a complex sale involving cladding remediation, the Building Safety Act 2022, and much more. I tried local solicitors who turned down the work as being too complicated, beyond their PI insurance, etc. Then I found a blog post, by H.H. of Porter Dodson down in sunny Somerset, which claimed she could do it . . . and, ably assisted by S.R., she did!

I have the utmost respect for H.H.'s and S.R.'s knowledge, professionalism and determination to get things done, and I'm pleased to publicly thank H.H. for sorting out all the complexities, dealing with a somewhat sleepy solicitor at the other end, keeping at it and making the sale so much easier for me than I thought it ever could be . . . and after many months of work, not charging any more than her initial quote!

Thank you, H.H. and S.R. :-)

17 September 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very professional.

We dealt with Reena Raval at Porter Dodson in Sherborne when selling our house and found her and all other members of staff, without exception, to be friendly and most helpful. We were very impressed with the way that they kept us informed of every move as the sale progressed. They are now dealing with the purchase of our new property and I have every confidence that we will receive the same professional services.
I have no hesitation in recommending these people to act on your behalf.

15 September 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Louise Wootten was just FANTASTIC!

Louise Wootten was just FANTASTIC with the selling of an inherited property and then, in turn, the purchase of our first ever home. We were incredibly nervous as first time buyers and at times with wording that we were unfamiliar with it felt very overwhelming, Louise was brilliant, she explained everything in terms that we could easily digest, she was always and easily contactable both by phone and email. We really can't thank her enough.

1 September 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Avoid them!!

Absolutely shocking experience from the solicitors I was dealing with. Wacked on a massive sum for a re-mortgage when I only ever instructed them on a transfer of equity. Cost me thousands extra in fees and handled it all so poorly.

2 October 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I can not praise the team highly…

I can not praise the team highly enough. Kirby, Joe and Jodi were excellent. All there to answer an email and explain everything detail. Made a very hard and difficult time go with ease. Thank you all so much. I highly recommend. Thank you

26 March 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Professional and friendly

As executors we instructed Zara and Ellice to act for us in the sale of a bungalow; we were impressed by their professionalism throughout and were kept up to date at every stage. Their friendly approach and knowledge made the process much easier.

15 August 2025
Unprompted review

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