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Lester Aldridge LLP

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Russell House, Oxford Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 8EX

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Russell House, Oxford Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 8EX

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Lester Aldridge LLP Review Scores & Client Satisfaction Overview

4.8
Excellent
95%+
Value for
Money
95%+
Success
Rate
95%+
Would
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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 4.8/5

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Lester Aldridge LLP are accredited by

Clinical Negligence accreditation awarded to Lester Aldridge LLP
Lexcel - excellence in legal practice management and client care accreditation awarded to Lester Aldridge LLP
The Law Society accreditation awarded to Lester Aldridge LLP

Description

Lester Aldridge advises businesses and private individuals on a regional, national and international scale. The firm has grown to be one of the largest law firms in the South, employing more than 400 staff. We are known for our ability to offer top-quality advice in a straightforward way, making us accessible and easy to deal with. Our clients are at the heart of everything we do. We believe that every client has their own unique requirements, and we tailor our ways of working by thoroughly understanding their business or personal circumstances. We understand the importance of giving our clients a high-quality service and are proud to be recognised for this via our Law Society Lexcel accreditation since 2007 and ISO 27001 for information security management.

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Lester Aldridge LLP Review Scores & Client Satisfaction Overview

4.7
Excellent
94%
Value for
Money
11% above
national average
94%
Success
Rate
12% above
national average
94%
Would
Recommend
13% above
national average
Communication 4.7/5
Initial Impressions 4.7/5
Approachability 4.7/5
Documentation Accuracy 4.7/5
Legal Knowledge 4.7/5
Value for money 4.7/5

Accreditations

Lester Aldridge LLP are accredited by

Clinical Negligence accreditation awarded to Lester Aldridge LLP
Lexcel - excellence in legal practice management and client care accreditation awarded to Lester Aldridge LLP
The Law Society accreditation awarded to Lester Aldridge LLP

Description

Lester Aldridge advises businesses and private individuals on a regional, national and international scale. The firm has grown to be one of the largest law firms in the South, employing more than 400 staff. We are known for our ability to offer top-quality advice in a straightforward way, making us accessible and easy to deal with. Our clients are at the heart of everything we do. We believe that every client has their own unique requirements, and we tailor our ways of working by thoroughly understanding their business or personal circumstances. We understand the importance of giving our clients a high-quality service and are proud to be recognised for this via our Law Society Lexcel accreditation since 2007 and ISO 27001 for information security management.

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The rankings below show the areas of expertise that Lester Aldridge LLP offers to clients. You can see how good the service offered is in comparison to all other law firms nationally / locally.

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Opening hours

Monday 09:00–05:30
Tuesday 09:00–05:30
Wednesday 09:00–05:30
Thursday 09:00–05:30
Friday 09:00–05:30
Saturday (Closed)
Sunday (Closed)

Russell House, Oxford Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 8EX

Reviews

4.8 /5 29 Reviews
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What clients say about Lester Aldridge LLP

The firm specialises in property work (sales, purchases, remortgages, lease extensions, probate-related conveyancing), trusts and wills, and commercial matters, with particular expertise handling complex cases (overseas funds, charity sales, regulatory/legislative issues and multi-party chains). Clients value clear, practical legal knowledge, attention to detail, proactive problem‑spotting, efficient case management and strong negotiation skills. Soft skills praised include responsiveness, communication in plain English, empathy, patience, reliability, professionalism and a supportive, friendly manner that reduces stress and builds client confidence.

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Clear communication
Attention to detail
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Practical solutions
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Tom Wilson-Leonard

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Housing & Property

Outstanding Property Solicitor! Professional, Strategic and Exceptionally Reliable

Doug Irvine is without question the best property solicitor I have ever worked with. From start to finish, his professionalism, communication and depth of knowledge were exceptional. Property transactions can be incredibly stressful, but Doug remained calm, strategic and completely in control throughout the entire process. What really sets Doug apart is his attention to detail and ability to anticipate issues before they become problems. He genuinely leaves no stone unturned. Every document, clause and stage of the process was handled thoroughly and with absolute precision, which gave me a huge amount of confidence throughout. Doug is also an outstanding negotiator. He knows exactly when to push, when to hold firm and how to protect his client’s interests without creating unnecessary conflict. His experience and understanding of property law are obvious from the moment you speak with him. Communication was another area where he stood out massively. He always answered the phone or came back quickly, explained everything clearly in plain English, kept me updated at every stage and moved things forward at an impressive speed. In an industry where delays and poor communication are common, Doug was the complete opposite, proactive, responsive and highly organised. Beyond his technical expertise, Doug is someone you genuinely feel you can trust. He is honest, composed under pressure and clearly takes pride in achieving the best outcome possible for his clients. You never feel like just another case file with him. If you are buying, selling or dealing with any property matter and want someone who is highly experienced, meticulous, commercially sharp and genuinely cares about doing the job properly, I could not recommend Doug Irvine highly enough. An absolutely first-class solicitor.

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Thank you for such an outstanding and detailed review. We’re delighted to hear that Doug’s professionalism, strategic approach and attention to detail made such a positive impact on your experience. His commitment to clear communication and achieving the best outcomes for his clients is something we’re very proud of. Your recommendation is greatly appreciated, and we’re pleased we could support you throughout your property matter.

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Stevie Harris

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Housing & Property

Our go to Solicitors

Lester Aldridge LLP is our go to Solicitors. We use them every single time. They are very friendly and super helpful. No question is too silly to ask and they have great communication. Always a pleasure to deal with. Thank you.

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Thank you for your lovely feedback. We’re delighted to be your go to solicitors and really appreciate your continued trust in Lester Aldridge. It’s great to hear that our friendly approach, clear communication and willingness to help make a difference. We look forward to working with you again.

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Barbara

Housing & Property

Amazing service

I had a very difficult case, and Oliver and George were incredibly helpful throughout the whole process. Professional, knowledgeable, and always clear in communication. They handled everything with great care, kept me informed throughout and made a stressful situation much easier to deal with. I’m very grateful for their support. I would highly recommend their services to anyone looking for a reliable, professional, and supportive solicitor.

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Thank you for your kind review. We’re so pleased to hear that Oliver and George were able to support you through a difficult situation and keep everything clear and stress free.

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Emily Hall

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Housing & Property

Sale and purchase

Rebecca helped us with a sale and subsequent purchase of a new home. This was a challenging process with a number of bumps in the road, but Rebecca was fantastic. She was responsive, thorough and pragmatic. She is everything you need when going through a time consuming and stressful process! Thank you for all your help.

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Hi Emily, thank you for the review it's much appreciated! So happy to hear that Rebecca was able to assist you with your sale and purchase, especially as it was a challenging process. It's so nice to hear your positive experience and we will share your kind words with Rebecca. Wishing you all the best in your new home.

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Julian Saunders

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Welfare & Benefits

The Most Professional Solicitor’s Firm, I Have Ever Dealt With

Right from my 1st contact with Philippa Davies, I knew that I was with a true industry professional. Everything about how Philippa conducted business, was 1st Class… * Keeping me updated, sometimes even at weekends. * Returning phone calls, or answering emails, never had to chase for anything. If you need a Solicitor in Philippa’s field you will not find better!

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Thank you for your kind feedback. We’re pleased to hear you had such a positive experience with Philippa and appreciate you taking the time to share your comments - we will pass along your kind words to her.

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Stian

Housing & Property

Stian

Max and Aaminah were really wonderful to work with. They made every complicated situation simple, and were reassuring, proactive, responsive and speedy throughout. Very flexible and happy to meet me in person too which meant a lot. Thanks both!

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Thank you so much for your kind words, Stian. We're delighted to hear that Max and Aaminah made the process smooth and reassuring for you. Your feedback means a lot, and we're so pleased that their flexibility and responsiveness made a positive difference. It was a pleasure working with you!

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Paul

Family Law

Paul

I worked with Alice Robertson and Giuseppe Pingerna and I couldn't rate them more highly. Pragmatic, practical advice with a very human approach.

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Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to leave a review. Your feedback means a great deal to us and we’re so pleased we could support you effectively.

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Kelly

Family Law

Kelly

Giuseppe in the family team was very helpful & kind. He gave me the confidence to seek a divorce. And he suggested mediation which helped with the financial order. And Giuseppe explained the process in simple terms. I would recommend the team & I would use them again. Although one divorce is enough for me. So I hope to not need their particular service again.

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Thank you for your kind review. We're so glad Giuseppe could support you through such a difficult time and help make the process more manageable. We will pass along your kind words.

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Emma

Family Law

Emma

Giuseppe , helped by Mia, did a great job of helping me through a difficult period. Their advice on the best approach, their support and responsiveness were invaluable to making sure the matter was swiftly concluded. I would recommend them.

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Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and will pass on your kind words to Giuseppe and Mia.

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Philip

Housing & Property

Philip

I was very happy with the quick and efficient service provided by Lester Aldridge. My solicitor Max went above and beyond to help us complete dealing with a few complexities on our side very professionally and always kept us well informed about the progress of the case. I would recommend to use their services and if I need to buy again in the future I will be in touch . A big thank you to the Max and LA solicitors.

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The firm specialises in property work (sales, purchases, remortgages, lease extensions, probate-related conveyancing), trusts and wills, and commercial matters, with particular expertise handling complex cases (overseas funds, charity sales, regulatory/legislative issues and multi-party chains). Clients value clear, practical legal knowledge, attention to detail, proactive problem‑spotting, efficient case management and strong negotiation skills. Soft skills praised include responsiveness, communication in plain English, empathy, patience, reliability, professionalism and a supportive, friendly manner that reduces stress and builds client confidence.

Highly responsive
Professional service
Clear communication
Attention to detail
Knowledgeable team
Supportive staff
Practical solutions
Efficient process
Trustworthy solicitors
Competitively priced

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Thamar yepez

Housing & Property

Excellent Service for a Complex Property Transfer and Remortgage

I would highly recommend Max, Britney and the team. My case involved a divorce-related transfer of property together with a remortgage, which was more complex than a standard transaction. Before finding this firm, I spoke with several solicitors and often felt that my situation was not fully understood or that I was being given generic answers without clear guidance. From our very first conversation, Max listened carefully, understood the circumstances and gave me straightforward, honest advice. Rather than creating uncertainty, he clearly explained the available options and what could realistically be achieved. This gave me confidence to proceed. Throughout the process, both Max and Britney were professional, responsive and supportive. They kept me informed, answered my questions clearly and made what could have been a very stressful process much easier to navigate. I am very pleased with the service I received and feel that choosing this firm was absolutely the right decision. Thank you to Max, Britney and the whole team for your hard work, professionalism and support.

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Ed

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Fantastic service

Helpfully, accommodating and very prompt.

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anonymous

Housing & Property

Excellent solicitor for property purchase

Max and his team have been utter professionals, and I was fortunate to have chosen them for my purchase of a flat in London as a first time buyer. Max's expertise in handling overseas source of funds from China was immensely helpful, especially after another solicitor declined to help with our purchase due to a lack of experience with such purchases. Moreover, he is responsive, pleasant to communicate with, and was very empathetic and helpful when it came to complications from our side. Thanks to Max and his team! I would highly recommend them for property purchases.

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Robert

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Housing & Property

Excellent - no other way to describe it

Natasha was brilliant from start to finish. Guided us through the process and played a big part in ensuring the transaction got done against difficult backdrop.

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David Brightman

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Housing & Property

Trusted, sharp, and always a step ahead.

Doug Irvine was outstanding. He handled both the sale of our leasehold flat in Haggerston, London, and the purchase of our first house in London Fields, navigating probate complications and slow counterparty solicitors without ever losing momentum. He was consistently a step ahead (anticipating issues before they became problems) and just as importantly, he was someone we genuinely trusted. He was there whenever we needed him and genuinely had our backs throughout. His wider team at Lester Aldridge were equally excellent throughout; responsive, organised, and a pleasure to deal with. We’d also been listening to Doug’s property podcast during our search, which made working with this practice feel like a natural fit.

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Anouk Jacob

Anouk

I had a great experience with Lester Aldridge during the purchase of my new home. The process felt smooth and well-managed from start to finish. A big thank you to Natasha Mallett and Thomas Rea, who were both excellent; professional, diligent, and always available to help. They took the time to explain anything I didn’t fully understand, which made the whole experience much less stressful. I felt supported and confident throughout, and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Lester Aldridge for anyone going through a property purchase.

Thank you for your kind review. We’re delighted to hear that your home purchase felt smooth and well managed from start to finish. Natasha and Thomas will be pleased to know their professionalism, clear explanations and support helped make the process less stressful. We really appreciate your recommendation and wish you all the best in your new home.

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Louise Dighton

Housing & Property

Louise

Great experience , no hesitation in recommending thank you Shelley, Oliver and George

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Thank you for your kind feedback. We’re delighted to hear you had a great experience, and Shelley, Oliver and George will be thrilled by your recommendation. We truly appreciate it and are glad to have been able to support you.

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Oliver

Housing & Property

Oliver

Oliver Jarvis and George Alcock have just acted for us on a sale and purchase. They were professional, knowledgeable, and friendly throughout the entire process. This is the third time I’ve used Lester Aldridge, and they have been fantastic every single time.

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Thank you for your positive feedback. We’re pleased to hear you had such a good experience with Lester Aldridge and that Oliver and George helped you with your sale and purchase. We look forward to working with you again in the future!

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Stian

Housing & Property

Stian

Max and Aaminah were really wonderful to work with. They made every complicated situation simple, and were reassuring, proactive, responsive and speedy throughout. Very flexible and happy to meet me in person too which meant a lot. Thanks both!

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Thank you so much for your kind words, Stian. We're delighted to hear that Max and Aaminah made the process smooth and reassuring for you. Your feedback means a lot, and we're so pleased that their flexibility and responsiveness made a positive difference. It was a pleasure working with you!

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Both Milly Wheeler and Tom Spencer were empathetic and astute in understanding our needs and concerns.

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Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future.

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