Porter Dodson Solicitors & Advisors Reviews 

Having researched specialist intestate solicitors, I contacted PDS and explained my role as administrator and that I needed legal advice as well as assistance. I was immediately put through to a senior solicitor whom , after lengthy discussions and negotiated fee, was instructed to represent our unknown relative and all that it entailed.
I asked how long this business would take and it was carefully explained in layman’s terms how heir hunters play a major part and this can take years.
Contracts were signed, and within days of having received all the paperwork, they were back with a rough calculation of time scales, disbursement costs (included in the fixed fee); important immediate tasks that needed to be done such as insuring the empty property; protecting the property; valuing the property and assets, etc etc . Of course I questioned everything and indeed was permitted to gather quotes and discuss best price and practise, making my role feel respected; listened to and valued.
I cannot fault their attention to detail; their communication skills and professionalism. Furthermore the “don’t hold me to this but could be 18 months “ was exactly that and all beneficiaries have received their windfalls with a bitter sweet gratitude from an aunt whom,sadly, few of us had ever known
With much gratitude to all who contributed at PDS

Used for house conveyance, Reena Raval was fast, efficient and professional throughout, despite various setbacks she worked hard to get the sale through to completion.

My wife and i were recommenced to instruct Porter Dodson to act as solicitors for the sale of our property
in Horley Surrey.
From the outset we found Reena Ravel most helpful at every point of the sale.
Reena kept us up to date with any problems that we encountered and solved them promptly.
Any time that we visited the office all staff were very helpful.
Finally we shall be using Porter Dodson again for another matter, and we would not hesitate to recommend them.

Regards

Mick and Gill Sibert.

Amy and Reena were great, very efficient and kept us informed of progress through a difficult chain. I know that there was an incredible amount of work going on in the background. I would happily recommend Porter Dodson based on our experience

Took on my case at very short notice and did a fantastic job. Thank you to Sam and the team.

Michelle and Reena were fantastic! What has been an incredibly long and drawn out process has been handled with calm professionalism throughout. I think we all celebrated as it came to fruition. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend.

Robert Coppard took me through a property purchase. As far as I'm concerned the company did what it was paid to do and did it well. What more can one say? Everyone was courteous and friendly and, human nature being what it is, that inspires confidence.
I have one beef, and that is regarding communication. On two or three occasions, having sent material information, I found myself waiting, wondering, "did they receive that last email I sent?" Years ago, solicitors would acknowledge every incoming communication, to excess sometimes, but now, perhaps to keep fees down, acknowledgement has swung the other way. Surely the modern computer system can be triggered to electronically acknowledge communications at almost no additional cost to the practice?
Apart from that (which at the time is quite unnerving) all was good.

Excellent communication, prompt and proactive in dealing with the sale of my mothers house.
Reena Raval was our main contact for the process but I have always found all of the team at Porter Dodson to be approachable and helpful.

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 them. Thankfully not on a windy or wet day! Just recently Stephanie helped us draw up Lasting Powers of Attorney and arranged for them to be registered. We were pleased with the professional and friendly way these matters were handled and we would certainly use Porter Dodson again.

Our house sale was handled with both efficiency and personal engagement which made it much easire than is often the case. Bethany O'Hare kept us fully informed of all details and offered helpful advice where necessary.

Have just sold a property with Reena Raval acting on our behalf. She has been a very efficient Solicitor and got the transaction completed very quickly. I have not had to chase up at all. She communicates effectively and responds quickly and just gets on with it.
The whole process has been handled very professionally. I thoroughly recommend Reena to anyone buying or selling a property. She is also a very pleasant person to deal with.

Found that the experience, from start to finish, was excellent. Very professional, and would recommend them to friends.

I have been using Porter Dodson for nearly a year now. They helped me through PLO process and also helped me through a long residency fight. They communicated everything as soon as they possibly could and were there to answer any questions I had. I’ve had multiple solicitors throughout, and I can’t fault any of them. Charlotte, Kirby and Jodi… thank you so much for everything!

Very pleased with the service received in the conveyancing of our family home. Bethany and team steered us through the many challenges with reassuring advice and a prompt response to our enquiries.
We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend or use this firm again

We are a small charity and the fast and efficient resolution of a contentious estate by Chris led to the release of the bequest within one day. Highly recommended.

Zara and her team did an excellent job of carrying out the conveyancing of our small cottage and were always available when we needed them.

Fantastic service from Zara and her team, everything handled so professionally and very quickly. Would highly recommend.

Louise was brilliant whilst acting on our company purchase of a residential property. Throughout the purchase process Louise was patient, communicated with all parties promptly and did all that she could to progress matters for us. We would highly recommend Louise for conveyancing .

I recently sold my house and had the pleasure of working with Reena from Porter Dobson. From start to finish, the process was handled with professionalism, efficiency, and clear communication. Reena did a great job in assisting me with all the bits I didn’t understand and really helped me through each stage of the sale. I cannot recommend her and Porter Dobson enough. Thank you.

Customer.
We found Porter Dodson’s (Sherborne based) services for setting up LPA’s and property law to be excellent. Both Beckie Old and Tom Mottram were prompt, professional and courteous and took the time to explain the processes involved. We will definitely use this firm again!