Anonymous
Wills, Trusts & Probate
Wills, Trusts and Probate
"Aldridge Brownlee have been our family solicitors for many years and their service has always been such that the question of seeking advice elsewhere has never arisen. "
Aldridge Brownlee Solicitors LLP
Commercial Property
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925 Total Company Reviews
Commercial Property
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925 Total Company Reviews
13 Christchurch Road, Lansdowne, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH1 3JY
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13 Christchurch Road, Lansdowne, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH1 3JY
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Regulator ID: 484890
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Aldridge Brownlee Solicitors LLP Review Scores & Client Satisfaction Overview
Excellent
Value for
Money
Money
Value for money
7%
above national average
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Satisfied with outcome
12%
above national average
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Would
Recommend
Recommend
Would recommend to friends and family
14%
above national average
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Communication
4.6/5
Initial Impressions
4.7/5
Approachability
4.7/5
Documentation Accuracy
4.7/5
Legal Knowledge
4.7/5
Value for money
4.5/5
Accreditations
Aldridge Brownlee Solicitors LLP are accredited by
Description
Aldridge Brownlee Solicitors LLP was founded in 1929 and is one of the largest law firms in Dorset with three offices in Bournemouth and one in Highcliffe. Employing over 70 people we offer a full range of legal services and have solicitors who are experts in personal and business law. We advise both private and commercial clients and can assist on Legal Services Publicly funded work where appropriate. Our membership of LawNet, a national association of independent solicitors' firms, denotes a commitment to quality and care for our clients.
Rankings by area of expertise
The rankings below show the areas of expertise that Aldridge Brownlee Solicitors LLP offers to clients. You can see how good the service offered is in comparison to all other law firms nationally / locally.
Aldridge Brownlee Solicitors LLP Review Scores & Client Satisfaction Overview
Excellent
Value for
Money
Money
Value for money
10%
above national average
About this score
This rating is based on verified client feedback and compares how this firm’s value for money is perceived against the national average. In legal services, value for money is not about being the cheapest option, but about whether clients feel the service, expertise, and outcome justified the cost. This comparison helps place client experiences in context when choosing a law firm.
10% above
national average
Success
Rate
Rate
Satisfied with outcome
15%
above national average
About this score
This rating is based on client feedback and compares how satisfied people were with the result of their legal matter against the national average for similar legal services. While every case is different and outcomes can depend on the law, the facts, and decisions made by courts or tribunals, this comparison is designed to be like for like.
When a firm has a large number of reviews, individual case differences tend to balance out over time. This makes the national average a useful benchmark for understanding how often clients feel the result achieved was fair and appropriate for their situation. Even small differences from the average can therefore reflect a meaningful difference in the overall standard of legal service provided.
15% above
national average
Would
Recommend
Recommend
Would recommend to friends and family
18%
above national average
About this score
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18% above
national average
Communication
4.8/5
Initial Impressions
4.9/5
Approachability
4.9/5
Documentation Accuracy
4.9/5
Legal Knowledge
4.9/5
Value for money
4.7/5
Accreditations
Aldridge Brownlee Solicitors LLP are accredited by
Description
Aldridge Brownlee Solicitors LLP was founded in 1929 and is one of the largest law firms in Dorset with three offices in Bournemouth and one in Highcliffe. Employing over 70 people we offer a full range of legal services and have solicitors who are experts in personal and business law. We advise both private and commercial clients and can assist on Legal Services Publicly funded work where appropriate. Our membership of LawNet, a national association of independent solicitors' firms, denotes a commitment to quality and care for our clients.
Rankings by area of expertise
The rankings below show the areas of expertise that Aldridge Brownlee Solicitors LLP offers to clients. You can see how good the service offered is in comparison to all other law firms nationally / locally.
Wills, Trusts & Probate
1 / 1
Housing & Property
1 / 1
Court of Protection and Deputyship
1 / 5
Family Law
1 / 7
Dispute Resolution
1 / 3
Land Law
1 / 2
Commercial Property
1 / 1
Debt and Tax Law
1 / 1
Employment
1 / 2
Child Law
1 / 5
Money & Tax
1 / 2
Consumer
1 / 1
Business Law
1 / 1
Company & Commercial
1 / 4
Copyright Law
1 / 1
Commercial and Business Law
1 / 1
Domestic Violence Law
1 / 4
Legal Aid
1 / 2
Patent Law
1 / 1
Regulations
1 / 4
Local
1 / 1
Wills, Trusts & Probate
54 / 3,760
Housing & Property
102 / 4,769
Court of Protection and Deputyship
33 / 575
Family Law
183 / 4,221
Dispute Resolution
83 / 1,801
Land Law
46 / 1,321
Commercial Property
138 / 3,667
Debt and Tax Law
29 / 785
Employment
211 / 3,621
Child Law
58 / 1,638
Money & Tax
107 / 1,951
Consumer
86 / 4,416
Business Law
26 / 459
Company & Commercial
138 / 4,185
Copyright Law
8 / 522
Commercial and Business Law
20 / 348
Domestic Violence Law
26 / 897
Legal Aid
9 / 106
Patent Law
2 / 92
Regulations
71 / 2,413
National
179 / 11,165
Pinned Reviews
Nicky
Family Law
Nicky
"Nicola was very helpful in sorting out my complicated divorce. I had previously been with a different solicitor but it was not working out. Nicola helped me find a good solution as divorce had been drawn out too long. I managed to keep the family home and get a pension sharing order in court."
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Meet the team of Aldridge Brownlee Solicitors LLP
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Andrew Carswell
Partner & Solicitor
4.9
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10 Reviews
Meet the team of Aldridge Brownlee Solicitors LLP
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Jo Bunton
Associate & Chartered Legal Executive
4.9
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70 Reviews
Nicola Bennetts
Partner
5.0
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10 Reviews
Andrew Carswell
Partner & Solicitor
4.9
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10 Reviews
Lloyd Michael Thomas
Consultant
5.0
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9 Reviews
Jane Pilcher
Legal Assistant
5.0
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8 Reviews
Lesley Curtis
Associate & Chartered Legal Executive
5.0
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1 Reviews
Tom Filleul
Associate Solicitor
0.0
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0 Reviews
Greg Shaw
Senior Solicitor
0.0
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0 Reviews
Contact & Locations - Aldridge Brownlee Solicitors LLP
Opening hours
| Monday | 09:00–17:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00–17:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00–17:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00–17:00 |
| Friday | 09:00–17:00 |
| Saturday | (Closed) |
| Sunday | (Closed) |
13 Christchurch Road, Lansdowne, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH1 3JY
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What clients say about Aldridge Brownlee Solicitors LLP
Clients praise the firm for specialist expertise in conveyancing, wills & probate, estate administration, family law and commercial leases, with prompt, efficient and clear legal guidance across matters. Reviewers value thoroughness, attention to detail and practical, cost-aware advice. The team is described as professional, knowledgeable and experienced, achieving timely outcomes. Highly appreciated soft skills include friendliness, approachability, calmness, patience, clear communication, empathy and support during stressful times; clients highlight responsiveness, openness, and a client‑focused, reassuring manner that makes complex processes straightforward.
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Sally Todd
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Housing & Property
Sale of my property
Was very happy with the service, they kept me updated every step of the way, was stress free, will definitely use them again
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Thank you for your lovely feedback. We’re so pleased to hear you were happy with the service and felt kept informed throughout. It’s great to know the process was stress free for you, and we’d be delighted to help you again in the future.
Anonymous
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Housing & Property
House sale and purchase
We found Lee responsive, helpful, clear and a good communicator.
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Thank you. We’re pleased to hear you were happy with the service.
Sharne Ferris
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Commercial Property
Sale of shop and house purchase
We cannot recommend highly enough the team at Aldridge Brownlee Solicitors. They are friendly, helpful and professional and have worked extremely hard to complete our sake and purchase in a very good time frame.
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Thank you so much for your kind recommendation, it really means a lot to the whole team. We’re delighted to hear you found everyone friendly, helpful and professional, and that your sale and purchase were completed smoothly.
John Churchill
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Housing & Property
Great Service
Always professional & informative. Felt supported through the not so smooth house sale & purchase
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Thank you so much. We’re really glad we could support you through the ups and downs and make the process a little easier.
Gordon
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Housing & Property
Top Class
I can’t speak highly enough of Lee Hooper and his assistant Tracy Their service was first class in all aspects of the convincing, both of the sale of our property and the purchase of a new property. My wife and I have used Aldridge & Brownlee for our legal affairs since the early 70s up until now ,and they have never let us down Many Thanks Gordon and Christine Lawson
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Thank you, Gordon and Christine, for your kind words and continued trust over so many years. We’re delighted to hear that Lee and Tracy provided first-class service with both your sale and purchase. Your long-standing support of us is truly appreciated.
Other Reviews
Anonymous
Housing & Property
Residential Property
I would recommend your firm, as new clients we were impressed by your calm efficiency and attention to detail. I would, however, point out that we did not think the semi-transparent wall from Reception to Meeting Room was adequate to maintain confidentiality as voices could be heard quite clearly through the semi-transparent thin partition.
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Thank you for your feedback. We’re delighted to hear that, as new clients, you were impressed by our calm efficiency and attention to detail. We also very much appreciate your comments regarding the meeting room privacy. Client confidentiality is extremely important to us, and we will certainly take your feedback on board and review this internally. Thank you again for taking the time to share your experience.
Anonymous
Housing & Property
Residential Property
Both Francesca and Mark were very professional throughout the whole process and made it as painless as possible.
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Thank you for your kind feedback. We’re delighted to hear Francesca and Mark made the process as smooth and straightforward as possible for you.
Danni
Housing & Property
Danni
Aldridge Brownlee have delt with the Sale of my old home and the Purchase of my new home. The whole team have been outstanding, a special thanks to Francesca Dyer and Mark Proctor for their clear communication, professionalism, and efficiency throughout. With moving being so stressful they have made the process a lot easier and kept me informed at all times. I highly recommend!!
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Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that Francesca, Mark, and the team made your move easier.
Anonymous
Housing & Property
Residential Property
We were both satisfied throughout the whole process of all your help and advice during the purchase of 8 Beachcroft. Many thanks.
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Thank you for your kind feedback. We’re very pleased to hear that both of you were satisfied throughout the process, and it was our pleasure to assist with the purchase.
quaerolumen king
quaerolumen
I should have known there is something fishy when there are no negative reviews of any kind. Let’s see if this one sticks around. Recommendation to potential customers— avoid this company unless you want to be duped into additional fees and hidden charges. I used them for conveyancing and the most communicative they’ve been is when they are asking me for more money. There are much better solicitors out there.
A representative from Aldridge Brownlee Solicitors LLP responded to this review
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are very sorry to hear that your experience with our conveyancing service did not meet your expectations. We take feedback like this seriously and would welcome the opportunity to better understand your concerns and address any issues raised. If you are willing to discuss this further, please contact Simon Matthews at simon.matthews@absolicitors.com, so we can look into this in more detail. We are also committed to being fully transparent about our fees from the outset. Full details of our fee structure can be found here: https://www.absolicitors.com/property-transactions
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Clients praise the firm for specialist expertise in conveyancing, wills & probate, estate administration, family law and commercial leases, with prompt, efficient and clear legal guidance across matters. Reviewers value thoroughness, attention to detail and practical, cost-aware advice. The team is described as professional, knowledgeable and experienced, achieving timely outcomes. Highly appreciated soft skills include friendliness, approachability, calmness, patience, clear communication, empathy and support during stressful times; clients highlight responsiveness, openness, and a client‑focused, reassuring manner that makes complex processes straightforward.
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helpful
clear communication
friendly
approachable
attention to detail
timely updates
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Paul Kennedy Magee
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Housing & Property
Pickford house sale
Both Louise and her assistant were impeccable during the whole process. We’ve used your firm a couple of times and both experiences have been amazing from start to finish. Thanks so much for all your help.
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Rosalind Maria Johnston
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Great service
I had the pleasure of Richard Hall preparing my will and Powers of Attorney. He was extremely helpful and explained everything very clearly and with great patience.
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Sally Todd
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Housing & Property
Sale of my property
Was very happy with the service, they kept me updated every step of the way, was stress free, will definitely use them again
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A representative from Aldridge Brownlee Solicitors LLP responded to this review
Thank you for your lovely feedback. We’re so pleased to hear you were happy with the service and felt kept informed throughout. It’s great to know the process was stress free for you, and we’d be delighted to help you again in the future.
Anonymous
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Housing & Property
House sale and purchase
We found Lee responsive, helpful, clear and a good communicator.
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Thank you. We’re pleased to hear you were happy with the service.
Elaine Wyatt
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Housing & Property
Fantastic Solicitor and team
Lee and the team were exceptional. I was a nervous mover with lots of questions and in need of lots of help and support, they were all only to happy to help. They were patient, kind and listened. I would recommend Lee and the team in a heartbeat.
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A representative from Aldridge Brownlee Solicitors LLP responded to this review
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. We’re so pleased to hear Lee and the team were able to support and reassure you throughout your move. It’s great to know you felt listened to and well looked after!
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Anonymous
Wills, Trusts & Probate
Wills, Trusts and Probate
I am sincerely grateful to all members of the firm who were involved with my late wife's estate and for the courteous and professional service I received.
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Thank you for your kind words. We’re grateful for your feedback and are pleased we could support you during such a difficult time. We’ll be sure to pass your thanks on to everyone involved, and we appreciate your recognition of the courteous and professional service provided.
Anonymous
Wills, Trusts & Probate
Wills, Trusts and Probate
Very satisfied with the service provided.
A representative from Aldridge Brownlee Solicitors LLP responded to this review
Thank you for your kind feedback. We’re delighted to hear you were very satisfied with the service provided.
Anonymous
Housing & Property
Residential Property
I would recommend your firm, as new clients we were impressed by your calm efficiency and attention to detail. I would, however, point out that we did not think the semi-transparent wall from Reception to Meeting Room was adequate to maintain confidentiality as voices could be heard quite clearly through the semi-transparent thin partition.
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A representative from Aldridge Brownlee Solicitors LLP responded to this review
Thank you for your feedback. We’re delighted to hear that, as new clients, you were impressed by our calm efficiency and attention to detail. We also very much appreciate your comments regarding the meeting room privacy. Client confidentiality is extremely important to us, and we will certainly take your feedback on board and review this internally. Thank you again for taking the time to share your experience.
Anonymous
Wills, Trusts & Probate
Wills, Trusts and Probate
I have been a private client now of Aldridge Brownlee Solicitors, for many, many years in fact I think, sine the 1970s! (The days of Mr Frampton). I have always been very pleased with the help, advice and guidance given over so many years.
A representative from Aldridge Brownlee Solicitors LLP responded to this review
Thank you so much for your continued trust and support over the years. We’re happy to have assisted you since the days of Mr Frampton, and we’re delighted to hear you’ve always been pleased with the help, advice, and guidance provided throughout the years.
Anonymous
Wills, Trusts & Probate
Wills, Trusts and Probate
The whole process from start to finish was quick, super efficient and faultless. All aspects were clearly explained, helpful advice given and the wills produced just as we wished. A firm I can most highly recommend. Well done for your excellent service, particularly Fern who dealt with us.
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A representative from Aldridge Brownlee Solicitors LLP responded to this review
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback. We’re delighted to hear the whole process was smooth, efficient, and clearly explained throughout. It’s great to know you were happy with the advice provided and with your wills. We will pass your kind comments on to Fern, who will really appreciate them.
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