Blanchards Bailey LLP > Blandford Forum (Shaftesbury), England > Firm Profile

‘The team at Blanchards Bailey is approachable, professional and proactive in helping clients with a range of matters that impact on rural businesses.’

‘Sarah Dunlop is always very helpful and is very good at supporting clients through difficult transactions. Sarah has a sound understanding of rural matters and builds rapport very quickly, putting clients’ minds at ease.’

‘Personable, professional and approachable.’

‘Ben Jones is knowledgeable and professional. A good communicator and adviser.’

‘I am very pleased with the service that Paul Dunlop and Blanchard Bailey have provided and will continue to use them and recommend the firm to others.’

‘The team works very well together. They take a collaborative and co-operative approach to dealing with disputes and come up with practical solutions to clients’ problems.’

‘Very enthusiastic and experienced team providing reassurance and professional guidance through difficult and stressful times. Ben Jones was always available at for key moments.’

‘Ben Jones is experienced and knowledgeable about the construction industry. He provided regular updates and support throughout a recent case.’

‘Blanchard Bailey team is great to work with. They are very professional, knowledgeable and have a friendly approach to ensure everything technical is understood and explained properly.’

‘Stephen Woodman has been incredibly supportive with my case and has been very understanding regarding my situation at a time when I have felt completely overwhelmed and vulnerable.’

‘We employ Blanchards Bailey on a consultancy basis for their HR advice. They have assisted us with putting together employment contracts for our small company, and have provided invaluable advice and documentation as situations have arisen. We find them to be diligent, responsive and professional.’

‘We are regularly in contact with Jane Cordner, who assists us with all our HR requirements. She is brilliantly knowledgeable, very helpful and will come back to us quickly in response to any questions we have.’

‘We deal mainly with Jane Cordner, and her professionalism and expertise have assisted us with a number of quite sensitive issues over the years and we have built up a very good rapport with her. She is always available to answer even the most trivial of questions where we are perhaps unsure of the exact legislation involved.’

‘Blanchards Bailey are always incredibly professional. They are well staffed, attentive, and always on hand.’

‘Jane Cordner is easily the most approachable, helpful, considerate HR solicitor I have ever come across. She is always there for us as a business and has helped us happily over several years of working. I never have any fear approaching her for any of my concerns, big or small. As a new manager, having Jane on hand to help me is invaluable.’

‘The team are always approachable and readily available by email or phone which is a key consideration as a business who rely on them for employment advice.’

‘Jane Cordner is our point of contact and is always able to understand our queries, regardless of how convoluted and complex they are, giving the right advice to make sure we are legally compliant and also fair for the member of staff. She has a good understanding of our context and provides bespoke solutions to our issues.’

‘This practice has simply worked well with me providing efficient service, prompt responses to questions, and excellent overall communication about ongoing matters.’

‘Pleasant and helpful at all times.’

‘I am very grateful for the help I receive from the team. The service always exceeds my expectations.’

‘Any time I need them, they are always available to help quickly and with a high level of professionalism.’

‘Lucy Mignot is always very professional and explains legal matters in terms that a layman can understand.’

‘I have worked on cases in which Lucy Mignot represented other parties. Lucy was positive and practical in negotiating and robust and strategic in putting her clients’ position. I have recommended her subsequently to clients where I cannot act because of a conflict of interest.’

‘A team of contentious trusts and probate lawyers who have genuine expertise and strength in depth.’

‘Lucy Mignot is a fantastic lawyer who is great with clients and attracts superb work.’

‘Blanchards are friendly and attentive from reception to head of department. They are empathetic and thorough, and I enjoy working with them.’

‘Impressively modern highly skilled diverse teams, with high achievement and goal oriented aims. Close, detailed, client collaboration. Open, efficient, sympathetic.’

‘Jerome Dodge’s expertise, ability to delegate to highly qualified and skilled individuals has been impressive over the years.’

‘The team is a regional leader in South Dorset and provides sound, professional advice proportionate to the scale of the individual and estate, without complication. They have been consistently accessible and helpful over a number of years, developing a deep understanding of the family’s requirements and engendering complete trust.’

‘Blanchards Bailey’s team cover a wide range of areas of expertise. They are very experienced with all areas of trusts and estate planning. They also have access to a financial planning department who can assist with probate cases, ensuring continuity of service and Blanchards Bailey relationship for generations.’

‘The individuals within the team are extremely knowledgeable and, above all else, are very approachable.’

‘Blanchards’ pricing is generally more competitive than other comparable firms we have used, and we consider them to be very good value.’

‘Robin Cole is a highly experienced lawyer.’

‘Good local practice with a team which understands what is required.’

‘Very user friendly. Exceptional understanding of a very difficult and emotional situation. Walked me through every stage in clear, layman’s terms.’

‘Julie Keogh has been excellent throughout the process. Very understanding.’

‘Laura Martin and her team have been so very honest and honorable throughout this. As a company I cannot find fault.’

‘Laura Martin and her team have been, and continue to be outstanding and brilliant on a professional level, but as important they’ve been so helpful on a personal level in helping one to process all of what is happening, which in return helps you cope with going through divorce, financial and children matters.’

‘Julie has a very caring and reassuring manner and responds efficiently and professionally to any concerns that I have put forward to her when it has come to providing guidance around my divorce proceedings.’

‘Julie Keogh was very professional and explained everything clearly at every stage. Responded very quickly to any questions I had.’

‘Blanchards Bailey have an extensive array of experienced and knowledgeable practitioners who are all able to advise clients reliably and cost-effectively.’

‘Laura Martin is a truly caring and very competent family lawyer and mediator.’