Porter Dodson > Sturminster Newton, England > Firm Profile

‘Fast and efficient service, very sensitive with difficult situations, and advice that protected our business exactly as we would have wished.’

‘The staff at Porter Dodson are all professional, friendly and helpful. Solicitors can be contacted on direct telephone lines and email addresses – no jumping through hoops to try and get to speak to them which saves a considerable amount of time. I have worked with Porter Dodson for over 12 years and built a great relationship with staff over this time.’

‘Laura Roper is experienced, professional and always happy to support – no matter the situation. She understands the issues within the educational sector and always talks things through clearly and with the ability to make something complicated seem more simple and straightforward.’

‘Personable. Through appropriate questioning, they quickly get to the heart of the issue and also establish what the business would ideally wish the outcome to be.’

‘Laura Roper has a logical mind and is clear in her communication and guidance.’

‘The team at Porter Dodson always go above and beyond with our queries.’

‘Evelyn Adfield is a superb communicator and brilliant at making complex matters outside our expertise simple and concise. Willing to listen and put in time and effort to help us articulate what we need when we do not know the terminology or language involved.’’

‘Porter Dodson’s USP is combining corporate ability with commercial common sense and an ability to relate to the client’s needs whilst charging a fair rate.’

‘David Culshaw is an outstanding corporate lawyer, quickly gets the issues, is responsive and communicates effectively.’

‘A good regional firm.’

‘They talk the right language to a wide range of clients.’

‘David Culshaw has been excellent since the start.’

‘David has the ability to listen, sympathize and has a can-do attitude.’

‘Prompt and professional service, backed by excellent communication and ability to set the legal advice in a commercial context.’

‘Supportive but challenging approach, backed by good technical knowledge and excellent communication skills. Evelyn Adfield is exceptional.’

‘Fantastic commercially minded advice, the business is of a size where you are given a personal service, and not bounced from one person to the next. I felt they were acting in my and the company’s best interest at all times.’

‘I dealt with the same person throughout, David Culshaw, who was excellent. Very friendly, level-headed, and professional.’

‘Good regional practice.’

‘Talk the right language to a wide range of clients.’

‘The family law team have been extremely professional, thorough, communicative and sensitive where at times in these sorts of cases facts need to be handled with care. They strike a good balance and always remain realistic regarding expectations and fees.’

‘Porter Dodson have an excellent local reputation and are well-regarded for their client-focused approach, with service levels setting them apart from the competition.’

‘Zoe Gaitskell is a class act; able to provide insightful advice at an early stage, saving clients huge amounts in costs and resolving conflicts that seemed intractable. In the financial remedies space Zoe is diligent, accurate and persistent, working effectively to secure outcomes for her clients that achieve their goals. She is known for her keen eye for detail and client-friendly manner. A local superstar.’

‘Rebecca Marshall is an extremely able advocate, she has vast experience and is always aware of new case law and factors that in to her advice. She is thorough and very professional. She gives advice and responds proactively to instructions given’.

‘The practice has an extremely strong family team with a wealth of experience covering the whole of Somerset. Both Julia Perrins and Amanda Jones are respective experts in Matrimonial and Children Act matters to include international issues.’

‘Amanda Jones has been a family practitioner specialising in Divorce and Children matters for over 20 years and has a wealth of knowledge (both practical and legal) which she brings to all matters. She has substantial experience with high net worth cases and individuals and regularly undertakes work involving business and international aspects.’

‘Julia Perrins is a partner predominantly operating out of the Taunton Office. She is extremely calm and quick to grasp even the most complex financial matters with ease. Her demeanor provides client’s reassurance that they are in good hands at every stage of their case.’

‘A deservedly well respected large regional firm with an excellent family law team. The numerous fee earners in this large team all have many years of experience in every aspect of family law that could arise. The team is equally experienced in both private and public law children cases and financial remedy cases.’

‘I have always found the practice very professional and helpful with all my requirements.’

‘Ben Hingley has helped me with advice on land transfers and land sales and personal legalities over many years and has always had a very professional and understanding manner.’

‘The team always go above and beyond to help. Everything is dealt with promptly, and we are always kept updated throughout any process.’

‘We mainly deal with Gemma Lindegaard for all our enquiries. Gemma is absolutely fantastic, always available to help, whether it’s via phone or email.’

‘Considerable experience of roll-outs in England and Wales and of the trade counter sector in general.’

‘Louise Sanders and Victoria Walker work well as a team, both are prepared to discuss issues with the other side’s advisor. Able to focus early on key requirements.’

‘Very personal and all have a good knowledge of my business requirements.’

‘Porter Dodson have a thriving personal tax, trusts and probate practice which is supported by a quality contentious probate team.’

‘Sharon Collier’s combination of ability and excellent bedside manner make her a stand-out in the firm.’

‘Chris Green is a quietly very able and intelligent contentious probate lawyer.’

‘It is evident that the team have a mountain of experience. They give good advice and are very responsive to clients.’

‘Jenni Porteous should be praised for her work ethic. She always puts the client first and ensures she gives good, succinct advice.’

‘The private client team at Porter Dodson have always provided a high level of service to our mutual clients. We feel confident recommending them. The team is led well by Sharon Collier and do seem to function very well as a team, which is important.’

‘Sharon Collier is very knowledgeable and hard-working. She gives excellent customer service despite her high workloads.’

‘Sarah Stone is the stand-out partner for me. She’s excellent, no hesitation in recommending to her. Tom Mottram is also excellent.’