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Suite B, Ninth Floor, Avalon, 26-32 Oxford Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 8EZ

01202162042

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Suite B, Ninth Floor, Avalon, 26-32 Oxford Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 8EZ

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

Accreditations

Paris Smith Llp are accredited by

Family Mediation accreditation awarded to Paris Smith Llp
Lexcel - excellence in legal practice management and client care accreditation awarded to Paris Smith Llp
The Law Society accreditation awarded to Paris Smith Llp

Description

Paris Smith provides the full range of legal services to businesses, organisations and individuals. Our purpose is to help our clients thrive, and to navigate the challenges and opportunities life throws.

Rankings by area of expertise

Local 1 / 11
National 101 / 11,165
4.8
Excellent
594 Reviews
95%
Value for
Money
12% above
national average
95%+
Success
Rate
14% above
national average
95%+
Would
Recommend
15% 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 4.8/5

Accreditations

Paris Smith Llp are accredited by

Family Mediation accreditation awarded to Paris Smith Llp
Lexcel - excellence in legal practice management and client care accreditation awarded to Paris Smith Llp
The Law Society accreditation awarded to Paris Smith Llp

Description

Paris Smith provides the full range of legal services to businesses, organisations and individuals. Our purpose is to help our clients thrive, and to navigate the challenges and opportunities life throws.

Rankings by area of expertise

Housing & Property 2 / 7
Family Law 2 / 7
Commercial Property 1 / 6
Employment 1 / 7
Immigration Law 1 / 11
Commercial and Business Law 2 / 2
Dispute Resolution 1 / 6
Litigation 1 / 3
Company & Commercial 1 / 7
Wills, Trusts & Probate 2 / 6
Professional Negligence 1 / 14
Contract Law 1 / 3
Child Law 2 / 5
Construction 1 / 3
Corporate Law 1 / 2
Banking 1 / 4
Company Law 1 / 11
Mergers and Acquisitions Law 1 / 2
Money & Tax 1 / 6
Personal Injury 4 / 6
Auction Law 1 / 2
Intellectual Property Law 1 / 2
Immigration 1 / 18
Consumer 1 / 7
Notary 1 / 5
Business Law 2 / 2
Agriculture 1 / 4
Debt and Tax Law 2 / 9
Asset Management 1 / 2
Planning Law 1 / 3
IT & Intellectual Property 1 / 5
Land Law 2 / 4
Appeals Law 1 / 4
Clinical Negligence 2 / 5
Compliance Law 1 / 3
Education 1 / 2
Charities 1 / 4
Cybersecurity and Data Protection Law 1 / 3
Franchise Law 1 / 3
Licensing Law 1 / 13
National Insurance Law 1 / 6
Brexit Law 1 / 1
Disability Law 1 / 6
Governance Law 1 / 2
Human rights 1 / 2
Social Law 1 / 3
Welfare & Benefits 1 / 5
Bribery and Corruption Law 1 / 6
Court of Protection and Deputyship 2 / 5
Energy & Transport 1 / 3
Enforcement Law 1 / 4
Equality Law 1 / 4
Health and Safety Law 1 / 3
Infrastructure Law 1 / 1
International Enforcement of Judgments 1 / 2
Manufacturing Law 1 / 1
Occupational Health Law 1 / 4
Privacy Law 1 / 3
Regulations 1 / 7
Local 1 / 11
Housing & Property 96 / 4,769
Family Law 239 / 4,221
Commercial Property 64 / 3,667
Employment 14 / 3,621
Immigration Law 61 / 1,147
Commercial and Business Law 50 / 348
Dispute Resolution 17 / 1,801
Litigation 9 / 878
Company & Commercial 25 / 4,185
Wills, Trusts & Probate 269 / 3,760
Professional Negligence 48 / 1,297
Contract Law 100 / 1,427
Child Law 150 / 1,638
Construction 32 / 856
Corporate Law 79 / 842
Banking 25 / 1,031
Company Law 4 / 969
Mergers and Acquisitions Law 41 / 425
Money & Tax 69 / 1,951
Personal Injury 349 / 2,653
Auction Law 37 / 286
Intellectual Property Law 52 / 623
Immigration 100 / 2,281
Consumer 66 / 4,416
Notary 39 / 843
Business Law 59 / 459
Agriculture 74 / 819
Debt and Tax Law 72 / 785
Asset Management 31 / 392
Planning Law 56 / 585
IT & Intellectual Property 35 / 1,113
Land Law 114 / 1,321
Appeals Law 51 / 844
Clinical Negligence 218 / 1,246
Compliance Law 27 / 461
Education 19 / 424
Charities 14 / 770
Cybersecurity and Data Protection Law 54 / 894
Franchise Law 8 / 119
Licensing Law 38 / 500
National Insurance Law 46 / 423
Brexit Law 12 / 146
Disability Law 57 / 602
Governance Law 20 / 273
Human rights 71 / 963
Social Law 20 / 224
Welfare & Benefits 42 / 1,049
Bribery and Corruption Law 27 / 411
Court of Protection and Deputyship 87 / 575
Energy & Transport 10 / 511
Enforcement Law 51 / 574
Equality Law 80 / 1,097
Health and Safety Law 48 / 575
Infrastructure Law 14 / 188
International Enforcement of Judgments 15 / 152
Manufacturing Law 6 / 82
Occupational Health Law 47 / 428
Privacy Law 28 / 515
Regulations 38 / 2,413
National 101 / 11,165

Meet the team of Paris Smith Llp

Hatice Dommett

Hatice Dommett

Solicitor

5.0 1
Zoe Culverwell

Zoe Culverwell

Partner

5.0 4
Imogen Thomas

Imogen Thomas

Solicitor - Employment

5.0 9
Frank Prior

Frank Prior

Partner

5.0 4
Deborah Fenton

Deborah Fenton

Senior Associate Solicitor

4.5 2
Andrew Willshire

Andrew Willshire

Partner

5.0 7

Meet the team of Paris Smith Llp

Imogen Thomas

Imogen Thomas

Solicitor - Employment

5.0 9
Andrew Willshire

Andrew Willshire

Partner

5.0 7
Oliver Brady

Oliver Brady

Associate

5.0 5
Zoe Culverwell

Zoe Culverwell

Partner

5.0 4
Frank Prior

Frank Prior

Partner

5.0 4
Deborah Fenton

Deborah Fenton

Senior Associate Solicitor

4.5 2
Hatice Dommett

Hatice Dommett

Solicitor

5.0 1
Kerry Houston-Kypta

Kerry Houston-Kypta

Partner - Property

0.0 0
Kerry Bosher

Kerry Bosher

Solicitor

0.0 0

Contact details

01202162042
info@parissmith.co.uk
www.parissmith.co.uk

Suite B, Ninth Floor, Avalon, 26-32 Oxford Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 8EZ

Reviews

4.9 /5 139 Reviews
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    Clients praise the firm for expertise across conveyancing, commercial and corporate law, employment, wills, trusts, probate and dispute resolution, with strong transactional, due-diligence and litigation capability. Reviews highlight clear, practical legal advice, thoroughness and reliable technical knowledge. Valued soft skills include professionalism, prompt and empathetic communication, patience, approachability, calmness under pressure, commercial pragmatism and strong attention to detail — all delivered with responsiveness, clarity and client-focused support.

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    Ming

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    Compassionate and Professional

    I worked closely with Oliver for several years on a highly complex case. Oliver brings years of expertise and professional judgement to the table, and is deeply committed to bringing the best possible outcome for his clients. He brought clarity to a complex situation and provided thoughtful advice every step of the way. He is attentive to his clients and always made time to listen and answer my inquiries. I am truly grateful for his kindness. I am so happy I had the opportunity to work with Oliver, and I highly recommend him to anyone looking for knowledgeable and compassionate legal representation.

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    legal expert Oliver Brady Oliver Brady

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    Thank you for taking the time to share such thoughtful feedback. We are delighted to hear that Oliver Brady was able to provide clear, compassionate and expert support throughout such a complex matter.

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    Excellent service

    Paris Smith have advised us on various issues over the last year. We have found them professional, quick to respond, provide clear advice and excellent value for money.

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    legal expert Amanda Brockwell Amanda Brockwell

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    Thank you for your kind feedback. We are delighted to hear that our advice and service have been helpful over the last year.

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    Settlement Agreement

    Very professional approach and excellent communication. Helped by explaining the legal details of the contract. Would definitely recommend Grace.

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    legal expert Grace Dipper Grace Dipper

    A representative from Paris Smith LLP responded to this review

    We're so glad that Grace was able to help you through the process of finalising a settlement agreement by explaining everything so clearly. We will ensure that Grace sees the kind review you have left. Thank you.

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    Dispute Resolution

    Calm, professional and a huge help

    Nicola helped us with a tricky situation and did a superb job of balancing a legal process with a series of direct conversations possible due to a strong understanding of our legal options. Positive, professional, always felt under control and inflappable. Would highly reu

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    legal expert Nicola Davies Nicola Davies

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    We were delighted to see the lovely review you left for Nicola after the support she gave you recently. We will ensure that she and the team sees the feedback you have given. Thank you.

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    Great start to finish

    Sarah was professional throughout and methodical in her approach.

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    legal expert Sarah Passemard Sarah Passemard

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    Thank you for leaving such a lovely review for Sarah, which we will ensure she sees.

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    Sattar

    Awesome experience. Cliff Morris is such a professional solicitor. Would definitely recommend.

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    legal expert Cliff Morris Cliff Morris

    Paris Smith LLP

    Dear Sattar Thank you for taking the time to leave Cliff a lovely review. I will be sure to pass on your sentiments to him. Kind regards. Sandy (Business Development Manager)

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    I would like to record the sincere thanks from myself and my family for the very professional way that Delicia and Jay at Paris Smith handled the sale of our Mum's house in Southampton. Honestly, it was an absolute pleasure working with you both on this sale. This is the best ever experience working with a solicitor that I have had. At all times you were so responsive and handled all unexpected issues with ease. We would recommend your team to anyone selling their house.

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    legal expert Delicia Campbell Delicia Campbell

    Paris Smith LLP

    Hi Derek Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a glowing review for Delicia and Jay. I will be sure to pass on your sentiments to them. Kind regards. Sandy (Business Development Manager)

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    Sarkis

    Had another deal complete and Paris Smith were the active solicitors. Kirsty was fantastic. so helpful, communicative and really pushed to complete on time. this was a urgent, time sensitive matter and she got on board and delivered! Two for two now! would recommend to anyone who wants legal's to be delivered! Thank you

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    legal expert Kirsty Lowless Kirsty Lowless

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    Hi Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a glowing review of the service you received from Kirsty. I shall be sure to pass on your sentiments to her. Kind regards. Sandy (Business Development Manager)

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    James

    We really appreciated Patrick Brennan's clear and concise advice when putting our will together. I will happily put his name forward whenever friends and family ask me for a recommendation.

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    legal expert Patrick Brennan Patrick Brennan

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    Hi James Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review on your interaction with Patrick. I will be sure to pass on your sentiments to him. Kind regards. Sandy (Business Development Manager)

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    Fay

    I found Kate Marsh, very professional and easy to speak too. She is registering Power Of Attorney for me ,for my Brother; and drawing up both our Wills. This included her, visiting my Brother in hospital. Good service.

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    legal expert Kate Marsh Kate Marsh

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    Hi Fay Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this lovely review for Kate. I shall be sure to pass on your sentiments to her. Kind regards. Sandy (Business Development Manager)

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    4.8 /5 594 Reviews
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      Clients praise the firm for expertise across conveyancing, commercial and corporate law, employment, wills, trusts, probate and dispute resolution, with strong transactional, due-diligence and litigation capability. Reviews highlight clear, practical legal advice, thoroughness and reliable technical knowledge. Valued soft skills include professionalism, prompt and empathetic communication, patience, approachability, calmness under pressure, commercial pragmatism and strong attention to detail — all delivered with responsiveness, clarity and client-focused support.

      professional
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      approachable
      attention to detail
      efficient service
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      Ming

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      Compassionate and Professional

      I worked closely with Oliver for several years on a highly complex case. Oliver brings years of expertise and professional judgement to the table, and is deeply committed to bringing the best possible outcome for his clients. He brought clarity to a complex situation and provided thoughtful advice every step of the way. He is attentive to his clients and always made time to listen and answer my inquiries. I am truly grateful for his kindness. I am so happy I had the opportunity to work with Oliver, and I highly recommend him to anyone looking for knowledgeable and compassionate legal representation.

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      legal expert Oliver Brady Oliver Brady

      A representative from Paris Smith LLP responded to this review

      Thank you for taking the time to share such thoughtful feedback. We are delighted to hear that Oliver Brady was able to provide clear, compassionate and expert support throughout such a complex matter.

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      Excellent service

      Paris Smith have advised us on various issues over the last year. We have found them professional, quick to respond, provide clear advice and excellent value for money.

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      legal expert Amanda Brockwell Amanda Brockwell

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      Thank you for your kind feedback. We are delighted to hear that our advice and service have been helpful over the last year.

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      Excellent knowledge and service

      Always knew the answers to my questions and professional with her approach

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      legal expert Vicky Day Vicky Day

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      Thank you for the kind review you have left for Vicky, which we will share with her.

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      Settlement Agreement

      Very professional approach and excellent communication. Helped by explaining the legal details of the contract. Would definitely recommend Grace.

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      legal expert Grace Dipper Grace Dipper

      A representative from Paris Smith LLP responded to this review

      We're so glad that Grace was able to help you through the process of finalising a settlement agreement by explaining everything so clearly. We will ensure that Grace sees the kind review you have left. Thank you.

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      Calm, professional and a huge help

      Nicola helped us with a tricky situation and did a superb job of balancing a legal process with a series of direct conversations possible due to a strong understanding of our legal options. Positive, professional, always felt under control and inflappable. Would highly reu

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      legal expert Nicola Davies Nicola Davies

      A representative from Paris Smith LLP responded to this review

      We were delighted to see the lovely review you left for Nicola after the support she gave you recently. We will ensure that she and the team sees the feedback you have given. Thank you.

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      Matthew Davies

      Matthew

      Would highly recommend Paris Smith LLP. Grace Dipper was excellent with her advice, knowldege and clarity of the process I got assistance with. Not only were her skills top-notch, but she was also very approachable, professional and friendly, she also went the extra mile.

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      legal expert Grace Dipper Grace Dipper

      from Paris Smith LLP

      Thank you for your excellent review, Matthew. We’re delighted to hear you were so satisfied with the service, and that Grace provided clear, knowledgeable and approachable support throughout. If you need any further assistance in the future, please do not hesitate to contact us.

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      neil

      Same experience as S.E.S! They have been "administering" my late mother's estate for 6 years. She was 98, and her Will was written by them as a Trust, with themselves as Sole Trustees. So, on top of the £16K that they paid themselves for probate, they are into us for another £40K, as of 2025. It is a small cottage which has been the home for many years of the excellent lady who cared for my mother. She pays £5000 pa rent, not that we have ever seen it, and for administering it they have charged an average of £8000 pa over this period - a task we would have performed for nothing! We have no idea how much we currently owe, or why - they don't explain. 14 lawyers have been involved, most of whom we have never heard of. But they've told us clearly they're not going to step down as Trustees until we pay their bill, so they're threatening us as well. They even threatened to sell it, which would have put our tenant out onto the street in the middle of winter. Their behaviour may be legal; but it has been unpleasant - my mother intended it for the benefit of her grandchildren, one of whom has Downs Syndrome. No doubt, as with S.E.S, Paris Smith would also class these as mere "concerns"!

      from Paris Smith LLP

      Dear Neil, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We are very sorry to hear about your concerns regarding the administration of your late mother’s estate and the associated costs. Your feedback regarding fees, rent, and overall estate management has been noted and will be reviewed internally, as transparency, fairness, and client satisfaction are very important to us. We welcome you to reach out directly to discuss this matter further and address any outstanding concerns.

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      A client

      Good advice well delivered and efficient service.

      A representative from Paris Smith LLP responded to this review

      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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      Alex

      Housing & Property

      Alex

      Conveyancing for house purchase/sale - excellent communication and help to guide me through the process. Good attention to detail and keeping me up to date with progress.

      A representative from Paris Smith LLP responded to this review

      Hi Alex Thank you so much for taking the time to leave Delicia a review of the service she provided. I wish you all the happiness in your new home. Kind regards Sandy

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      Very helpful

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      legal expert Elinor Davis Elinor Davis

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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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