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The Saxon Centre, 11 The Saxon Centre, Bargates, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH23 1PZ

01202 280475

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The Saxon Centre, 11 The Saxon Centre, Bargates, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH23 1PZ

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4.9
Excellent
812 Reviews
95%
Value for
Money
95%+
Success
Rate
95%+
Would
Recommend
Communication 4.8/5
Initial Impressions 4.8/5
Approachability 4.9/5
Documentation Accuracy 4.8/5
Legal Knowledge 4.8/5
Value for money 4.7/5

Accreditations

Frettens LLP are accredited by

Conveyancing Quality Scheme accreditation awarded to Frettens LLP
Trading names:
• Frettens Solicitors

Description

We are a leading law firm based in the south of England, with offices in Christchurch, Ringwood and Wimborne. We are bright, modern and accessible, offering a full range of services for businesses and individuals across the country based on these key principles. The firm is CQS accredited, has been recommended by The Legal 500 legal directory, and is recognised as an 'outstanding' place to work by Best Companies.

Rankings by area of expertise

Local 1 / 26
National 37 / 11,243
4.8
Excellent
2,320 Reviews
93%
Value for
Money
10% above
national average
95%+
Success
Rate
16% above
national average
95%+
Would
Recommend
17% above
national average
Communication 4.8/5
Initial Impressions 4.8/5
Approachability 4.8/5
Documentation Accuracy 4.8/5
Legal Knowledge 4.8/5
Value for money 4.7/5

Accreditations

Frettens LLP are accredited by

Conveyancing Quality Scheme accreditation awarded to Frettens LLP
Trading names:
• Frettens Solicitors

Description

We are a leading law firm based in the south of England, with offices in Christchurch, Ringwood and Wimborne. We are bright, modern and accessible, offering a full range of services for businesses and individuals across the country based on these key principles. The firm is CQS accredited, has been recommended by The Legal 500 legal directory, and is recognised as an 'outstanding' place to work by Best Companies.

Rankings by area of expertise

Wills, Trusts & Probate 1 / 16
Housing & Property 1 / 17
Family Law 1 / 11
Commercial Property 1 / 14
Employment 1 / 16
Dispute Resolution 1 / 101
Company & Commercial 1 / 74
Consumer 1 / 18
Litigation 1 / 5
Banking 1 / 37
Money & Tax 1 / 51
Corporate Law 1 / 2
Land Law 1 / 7
Contract Law 1 / 4
Company Law 1 / 4
Legal Aid 1 / 1
Mergers and Acquisitions Law 1 / 1
Business Law 1 / 4
Child Law 1 / 17
Equity Law 1 / 20
IT & Intellectual Property 1 / 73
Court of Protection and Deputyship 1 / 6
Criminal Law 1 / 17
Intellectual Property Law 1 / 41
Nuisance Law 1 / 14
Social Law 1 / 20
Administrative Law 1 / 13
Appeals Law 1 / 27
Asset Management 1 / 30
Auction Law 1 / 2
Care Law 1 / 41
Civil Rights Law 1 / 7
Copyright Law 1 / 495
Cybersecurity and Data Protection Law 1 / 54
Debt and Tax Law 1 / 48
Defamation Law 1 / 21
Disability Law 1 / 42
Discrimination Law 1 / 33
Elder Law 1 / 23
Energy Law 1 / 24
Enforcement Law 1 / 39
Equality Law 1 / 53
Fraud Law 1 / 26
Government Investigations 1 / 24
Health and Safety Law 1 / 36
Healthcare Law 1 / 27
Information Law 1 / 325
Inheritance Law 1 / 23
Injunctions Law 1 / 9
Insurance Law 1 / 16
National Insurance Law 1 / 32
Occupational Health Law 1 / 31
Planning Law 1 / 42
Surveillance Law 1 / 156
White Collar Crime 1 / 16
Local 1 / 26

Meet the team of Frettens LLP

Malcolm Niekirk

Malcolm Niekirk

Insolvency and Restructuring Partner

0.0 0
Andrew Stynes

Andrew Stynes

Family Partner

4.9 17
Anthony Eaton

Anthony Eaton

Dispute Resolution Solicitor

5.0 1
Kate Fretten

Kate Fretten

Consultant Employment Solicitor

5.0 3
Katelyn Webster

Katelyn Webster

Family Solicitor

5.0 3
Holly Munro

Holly Munro

Wills & Tax Solicitor

4.9 25
James Hammersley

James Hammersley

Wills & Tax Partner

4.8 108
Laura Mabin

Laura Mabin

Conveyancing Associate

5.0 67
Michelle Kemp

Michelle Kemp

Partner & Head of Employment

5.0 7
Natalie Neil

Natalie Neil

Conveyancing Associate

4.8 29
Simone Bayly

Simone Bayly

Conveyancing Paralegal

4.9 56
Rhiannon Stevinson

Rhiannon Stevinson

Wills & Tax Chartered Legal Executive

4.9 142
Cheryl Phimster

Cheryl Phimster

Conveyancing Executive

5.0 61
Shelley Dancer

Shelley Dancer

Conveyancing Paralegal

4.9 64
Justine Mears

Justine Mears

Employment Solicitor

5.0 5
Tayla Carlsson

Tayla Carlsson

Wills & Tax Paralegal

0.0 0
Nathan Andrews

Nathan Andrews

Head of HR Services

5.0 6
Becky Shale

Becky Shale

Solicitor

5.0 21
Chris Dobbs

Chris Dobbs

Employment Associate

5.0 83
Francesca Dixon

Francesca Dixon

Trainee HR Advisor

5.0 7
Julie Frampton

Julie Frampton

Wills & Tax Executive

4.9 172

Meet the team of Frettens LLP

Julie Frampton

Julie Frampton

Wills & Tax Executive

4.9 172
Rhiannon Stevinson

Rhiannon Stevinson

Wills & Tax Chartered Legal Executive

4.9 142
James Hammersley

James Hammersley

Wills & Tax Partner

4.8 108
Chris Dobbs

Chris Dobbs

Employment Associate

5.0 83
Laura Mabin

Laura Mabin

Conveyancing Associate

5.0 67
Shelley Dancer

Shelley Dancer

Conveyancing Paralegal

4.9 64
Cheryl Phimster

Cheryl Phimster

Conveyancing Executive

5.0 61
Simone Bayly

Simone Bayly

Conveyancing Paralegal

4.9 56
Natalie Neil

Natalie Neil

Conveyancing Associate

4.8 29
Holly Munro

Holly Munro

Wills & Tax Solicitor

4.9 25
Becky Shale

Becky Shale

Solicitor

5.0 21
Andrew Stynes

Andrew Stynes

Family Partner

4.9 17
Hannah Martin

Hannah Martin

Commercial Property Solicitor

5.0 9
Anna Curtis

Anna Curtis

Dispute Resolution Partner

4.4 9
Michelle Kemp

Michelle Kemp

Partner & Head of Employment

5.0 7
Francesca Dixon

Francesca Dixon

Trainee HR Advisor

5.0 7
Nathan Andrews

Nathan Andrews

Head of HR Services

5.0 6
Matthew Fretten

Matthew Fretten

Managing Partner

5.0 6
Jack Phillips

Jack Phillips

Employment Solicitor

5.0 5
Justine Mears

Justine Mears

Employment Solicitor

5.0 5
Kate Fretten

Kate Fretten

Consultant Employment Solicitor

5.0 3
Katelyn Webster

Katelyn Webster

Family Solicitor

5.0 3
Hannah Peasland

Hannah Peasland

Insolvency Trainee Solicitor

5.0 2
Anthony Eaton

Anthony Eaton

Dispute Resolution Solicitor

5.0 1
Rachel Lam

Rachel Lam

Trainee Solicitor

0.0 0
Antoinette Ogungbe

Antoinette Ogungbe

Trainee Solicitor

0.0 0
Rhys Saidi

Rhys Saidi

Trainee Solicitor

0.0 0
Tayla Carlsson

Tayla Carlsson

Wills & Tax Paralegal

0.0 0
Malcolm Niekirk

Malcolm Niekirk

Insolvency and Restructuring Partner

0.0 0

Contact details

01202 280475
askus@frettens.co.uk
https://www.frettens.co.uk

Opening hours

Monday 09:00–17:15
Tuesday 09:00–17:15 (Open)
Wednesday 09:00–17:15
Thursday 09:00–17:15
Friday 09:00–17:15
Saturday (Closed)
Sunday (Closed)

The Saxon Centre, 11 The Saxon Centre, Bargates, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH23 1PZ

Reviews

4.9 /5 812 Reviews
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    Clients say

    Frettens is praised for conveyancing, property sales and purchases, lease extensions, wills, probate, powers of attorney, commercial property, employment matters and settlement agreements. Clients value their clear legal advice, strong expertise, efficiency and ability to manage complex or time-sensitive matters smoothly. Soft skills highlighted include professionalism, friendliness, empathy, patience, approachability and excellent communication. The firm is repeatedly commended for being proactive, responsive, transparent on costs, attentive to detail and reassuring throughout, helping to make often stressful legal processes feel straightforward and well supported.

    Professional service
    Quick responses
    Clear communication
    Kept informed
    Efficient process
    Friendly approach
    Knowledgeable advice
    Proactive support
    Attention to detail
    Good value

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    Sarah Whittaker

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    Commercial Property

    First Class Service

    I used Charlie Stickland, Frettens LLP for my recent beach hut purchase. She was very professional, quick to answer questions, and kept me updated at every step. The whole process went smoothly. I highly recommend and would use again.

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    legal expert Charlie Stickland Charlie Stickland

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    Hi Sarah, thank you for your feedback about Charlie - we will pass this onto her. We hope to work with you again soon!

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    Norma Filippini

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    Frettons Solicitors

    My experience has been on the receiving end of high level of efficiency, transparency, communication, attention to detail and feeling safe and secure in their hands. Their charges have not been excessive and they have actually endeavoured to keep costs down where possible with compromising the quality of the standard of work. Without hesitation I would use their skills again and recommend them to others. They have been brilliant and allayed my fears about dealing with solicitors.

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    legal expert Niki Adkins Niki Adkins

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    Hi Norma, thank you for leaving us a 5-star review! We will pass this onto Niki and her team.

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    Sean Q

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    Housing & Property

    Excellent for buying a Freehold

    I have used Frettens before to handle Probate and a house sale / purchase. I have always found them good. This time I decided to use them to buy a Freehold on a London based property while I was living abroad. Niki Adkins and her team were 1st rate with clear advice, guidance and fair transparent pricing. It was a pleasure to use them and I also received super positive feedback from the other people involved in the purchase.

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    legal expert Niki Adkins Niki Adkins

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    Hi Sean, thank you for leaving your positive feedback - we look forward to working with you again soon!

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    Katie Newman

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    Housing & Property

    5* Service

    A refreshingly efficient and highly professional approach from start to finish. Clear advice, excellent communication, always contactable, and a genuine pleasure to deal with. Second to none service, would definitely use again. I cannot recommend Clare and her team more highly.

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    legal expert Clare Hallett Clare Hallett

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    Hi Katie, thank you for leaving us a 5-star review, we have passed this onto Clare and her team!

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    anonymous

    Housing & Property

    It all went though quickly and professionally

    Cheryl was super quick to facilitate our transfer of equity. It all went through much quicker than I expected. Very quick to respond to emails. I would highly recommend Cheryl for any conveyancing work.

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    legal expert Cheryl Phimster Cheryl Phimster

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    Thank you for leaving us a Review, we appreciate the feedback. We look forward to working closely with you again in the future.

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    Jane Hales

    Housing & Property

    Jane

    Julia was very helpful in answering all of my questions and helping from start to finish with my house move, would highly recommend.

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    legal expert Julia Gaunt Julia Gaunt

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    Hi Jane, thank you for leaving us a positive review. We are pleased you would recommend Fretten to others!

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    Harriet White

    Housing & Property

    Harriet

    Julia was excellent throughout the entire process of us buying and selling our old and new houses, respectively. She was efficient, professional, and dealt with all and matters promptly. Thank you, Julia!

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    legal expert Julia Gaunt Julia Gaunt

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    Thank you for leaving Julia a review Harriet, we appreciate the feedback and have passed it onto Julia and the team.

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    Sean Quirke

    Housing & Property

    Sean

    I have used Frettens before to handle Probate and a house sale / purchase. I have always found them good. This time I decided to use them to buy a Freehold on a London based property while I was living abroad. Niki Adkins and her team were 1st rate with clear advice, guidance and fair transparent pricing. It was a pleasure to use them and I also received super positive feedback from the other people involved in the purchase.

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    legal expert Niki Adkins Niki Adkins

    We really appreciate your 5-star review. Thank you for your kind feedback - we look forward to helping you again in the future!

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    Paul Laird

    Housing & Property

    Paul

    Edward Carter of Frettens dealt with my Mother’s sale and purchase. He has been absolutely brilliant in dealing with a difficult chain, keeping us fully informed and acting in a proactive and practical manner throughout. I highly recommend him.

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    legal expert Edward Carter Edward Carter

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    Hello Paul, thank you for leaving us your 5-star feedback, we will be sure to pass on your words to Eddie!

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    Stefan T

    Housing & Property

    Stefan

    Thank you Laura Bowie for your overall approach, your professionalism and focus. It's been a pleasure to work with you! We will both continue to recommend Frettons.

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    legal expert Laura Bowie Laura Bowie

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    We’re so pleased to hear you had a positive experience with Laura. Thank you for the 5-star review - we look forward to working with you again in the future!

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    Reviews

    4.8 /5 2320 Reviews
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      Frettens is praised for conveyancing, property sales and purchases, lease extensions, wills, probate, powers of attorney, commercial property, employment matters and settlement agreements. Clients value their clear legal advice, strong expertise, efficiency and ability to manage complex or time-sensitive matters smoothly. Soft skills highlighted include professionalism, friendliness, empathy, patience, approachability and excellent communication. The firm is repeatedly commended for being proactive, responsive, transparent on costs, attentive to detail and reassuring throughout, helping to make often stressful legal processes feel straightforward and well supported.

      Professional service
      Quick responses
      Clear communication
      Kept informed
      Efficient process
      Friendly approach
      Knowledgeable advice
      Proactive support
      Attention to detail
      Good value

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      anonymous

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      Wills, Trusts & Probate

      Grant of Probate

      The process was very smooth and Julie was very efficient. I would recommend Frettens to others and use again.

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      legal expert Julie Frampton Julie Frampton

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      Thank you for leaving your positive feedback. We hope to work with you again in the future!

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      Mrs Linda Fisk

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      Wills, Trusts & Probate

      Excellent

      Rhiannon was excellent at explaining everything. Very impressed with the service.

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      Thank you for your feedback, Linda. We are delighted you were happy with our service.

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      John Priest

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      Wills, Trusts & Probate

      New will

      A very professional and caring service in dealing with a sensitive subject.

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      legal expert Julie Frampton Julie Frampton

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      Hi John, thank you for your feedback about Julie, we will be sure to pass this onto her!

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      Ruth Tyer

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      Wills, Trusts & Probate

      Excellent

      Very quick will writing service - all explained in plain English.

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      Hi Ruth, thank you for your feedback. We look forward to working with you again in the future!

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      anonymous

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      Wills, Trusts & Probate

      Wills

      I am grateful for home visits, everything went very smoothly.

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      legal expert Julie Frampton Julie Frampton

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      Thank you for your feedback. We’re pleased to hear that you were satisfied with your experience with us!

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      Jane Hales

      Housing & Property

      Jane

      Julia was very helpful in answering all of my questions and helping from start to finish with my house move, would highly recommend.

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      legal expert Julia Gaunt Julia Gaunt

      A representative from Frettens LLP responded to this review

      Hi Jane, thank you for leaving us a positive review. We are pleased you would recommend Fretten to others!

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      Stuart Knight

      Commercial Property

      Stuart

      I am so grateful to Ben Cobb at Frettens Solicitors for his expert guidance and professionalism dealing with our recent commercial property sale. He covered everything very promptly and attentively. Moreover, he answered questions and replied to emails almost instantly, which was greatly reassuring. I would most certainly recommend him to anyone looking for a commercial solicitor.

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      legal expert Ben Cobb Ben Cobb

      A representative from Frettens LLP responded to this review

      Hi Stuart, thank you for your 5-star review, we are pleased you would recommend us to others. We look forward to working with you again in the future!

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      Nick Mondo

      Nick

      Absolutely first class. From my initial enquiry, they responded very fast and the level of service from all of the staff that assisted me at different stages, I cannot give enough praise. I am currently overseas and needed to do all business online. Frettens were able to help me, when other firms did not want to know. Highly recommended, and extremely fairly priced.

      A representative from Frettens LLP responded to this review

      Hi Nick, thank you for leaving us a 5-star review, we really appreciate your feedback and look forward to working with you again soon!

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      Harriet White

      Housing & Property

      Harriet

      Julia was excellent throughout the entire process of us buying and selling our old and new houses, respectively. She was efficient, professional, and dealt with all and matters promptly. Thank you, Julia!

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      legal expert Julia Gaunt Julia Gaunt

      A representative from Frettens LLP responded to this review

      Thank you for leaving Julia a review Harriet, we appreciate the feedback and have passed it onto Julia and the team.

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      Sean Quirke

      Housing & Property

      Sean

      I have used Frettens before to handle Probate and a house sale / purchase. I have always found them good. This time I decided to use them to buy a Freehold on a London based property while I was living abroad. Niki Adkins and her team were 1st rate with clear advice, guidance and fair transparent pricing. It was a pleasure to use them and I also received super positive feedback from the other people involved in the purchase.

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      legal expert Niki Adkins Niki Adkins

      We really appreciate your 5-star review. Thank you for your kind feedback - we look forward to helping you again in the future!

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