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Ansbury Annexe, Pendruffle Lane, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 3WJ

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Ansbury Annexe, Pendruffle Lane, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 3WJ

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Battens Solicitors Limited Review Scores & Client Satisfaction Overview

4.8
Excellent
95%
Value for
Money
95%+
Success
Rate
95%+
Would
Recommend
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

Battens Solicitors Limited are accredited by

Children Law accreditation awarded to Battens Solicitors Limited
Family Law accreditation awarded to Battens Solicitors Limited
The Law Society accreditation awarded to Battens Solicitors Limited

Description

At Battens, we understand everyone faces unique challenges, whether protecting family, interests, or business assets. We take the time to listen and guide you through life's milestones with wisdom and collaboration. Our clients rely on our renowned legal expertise, fresh thinking, and clear, jargon-free advice. Proud of our award-winning firm, we uphold 300 years of hard work, commitment, and timeless values in a complex, modern world.

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Battens Solicitors Limited Review Scores & Client Satisfaction Overview

4.8
Excellent
94%
Value for
Money
11% above
national average
95%
Success
Rate
13% above
national average
95%
Would
Recommend
14% 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

Battens Solicitors Limited are accredited by

Children Law accreditation awarded to Battens Solicitors Limited
Family Law accreditation awarded to Battens Solicitors Limited
The Law Society accreditation awarded to Battens Solicitors Limited

Description

At Battens, we understand everyone faces unique challenges, whether protecting family, interests, or business assets. We take the time to listen and guide you through life's milestones with wisdom and collaboration. Our clients rely on our renowned legal expertise, fresh thinking, and clear, jargon-free advice. Proud of our award-winning firm, we uphold 300 years of hard work, commitment, and timeless values in a complex, modern world.

Rankings by area of expertise

The rankings below show the areas of expertise that Battens Solicitors Limited 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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anonymous

Family Law

Excellent legal guidance and advice to parents of children in pre-proceedings

"All the solicitors at Battens have been responsive to parents and to me as the parent's advocate. But I would commend Georgina Bacon in particular for her professional compassion, clear advice and her excellent easier to read summaries after meetings or court hearings."

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Gina Westbrook

Housing & Property

Gina

"The whole conveyancing process was smooth, efficient, friendly and polite. Thank you very much to Cate Barnes and Deborah Frazer who were brilliant!"

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Opening hours

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

Ansbury Annexe, Pendruffle Lane, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 3WJ

Reviews

4.8 /5 207 Reviews
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What clients say about Battens Solicitors Limited

The firm specialises in conveyancing, wills, probate, family and civil litigation, with strong technical expertise and clear, practical legal advice. Clients praise efficient, well-organised handling of transactions, timely communication and transparent fees. Valued soft skills include compassion, professionalism, approachability, patience and responsiveness; staff are described as friendly, calming and supportive during stressful or sensitive matters. Reviewers highlight proactive problem-solving, attention to detail and consistent reliability, making processes smoother and less stressful for clients.

friendly staff
professional service
clear communication
efficient conveyancing
compassionate support
knowledgeable advice
prompt responses
helpful guidance
proactive problem‑solving
stress‑free process

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Jane Alexander

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Wills, Trusts & Probate

My appointment at Battens

I have recently moved to this area of Dorset and needed to make a new will. I went online to see a list of solicitors in the Bridport area. The reviews for Battens encouraged me to make an appointment. The whole experience was made very easy by the friendly, helpful and professional staff. Every point was discussed and I was given good, solid and honest advice. At no point was I made to feel that I had made the wrong choice of solicitors, if I ever need legal advice in the future I will have no hesitation in going back to Battens.

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Thank you for your review and positive comments about Rosanna from our Wills, Trusts, Probate and Estate Administration team based in our Bridport office. If we can be of further assistance, please don't hesitate to contact us. Kind Regards, Battens Solicitors

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Gillian Michell

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Personal experience

Had to deal with so many different staff members after an excellent legal assisrant became ill. All rather impersonal. Hoped for a solicitor in town but found I was apportioned one some miles away.

A representative from Battens Solicitors Limited responded to this review

We are sorry to hear that you were unhappy with some aspects of our service, as we pride ourselves on our high levels of customer care and satisfaction. We note from your file that when your original adviser left the firm, your file passed to a new adviser to assist you, who was based in a different office. You were then enabled to meet in person with an additional adviser to sign the documents at an office location more convenient to you. We had hoped that this would be advantageous to you but are sorry to hear you have concerns around these arrangements. We always work hard to resolve any issues that our clients may have and have a rigorous complaints procedure in place to enable clients to raise their concerns with us so that we can address them. If you would like to follow this further, please contact the firm’s Complaints Officer, Katherine Gilmour at katherine.gilmour@battens.co.uk. Kind regards, Battens Solicitors

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M & A Boyd

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Housing & Property

Excellent communication!

Sarah recently managed a very tricky house sale for us. Always professional, always calm - even when we were tearing our hair out in frustration! Sarah and her team have helped us on many occasions and she is always there to pick up the phone when you need help, advice or reassurance. Communication is key and she doesn’t disappoint.

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Thank you for your review and positive comments about Sarah from our Residential Conveyancing team based in our Wareham office. If we can be of further assistance, please don't hesitate to contact us. Kind Regards, Battens Solicitors

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Jennifer Northway

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Wills, Trusts & Probate

A professional and reliable service

A professional and reliable service throughout. The team at the firm was knowledgeable and approachable and provided helpful advice and support throughout the process which was much appreciated.

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Thank you for your review and positive comments about Rosanna from our Wills, Trusts, Probate and Estate Administration team based in our Yeovil office. If we can be of further assistance, please don't hesitate to contact us. Kind Regards, Battens Solicitors

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rik elvidge

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Housing & Property

House sale

A refreshing change to a number of solicitors that I have previously encountered. During an extremely protracted sale, Jen Haynor always kept me informed as to the many obstacles put in the way of progressing the sale. She responded to my many communications in a timely way, and offered clear advice throughout the process. A breath of fresh air! Great work Jen.

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Thank you for your review and positive comments about Jen from our Residential Conveyancing team based in our Yeovil office. If we can be of further assistance, please don't hesitate to contact us. Kind Regards, Battens Solicitors

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Dawn Tiso

Dawn

EMILY Davis outstanding solicitor with compassion professionalism and accuracy thank you .Dawn Tiso

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Susan Peckham

Wills, Trusts & Probate

Susan

I have used Battens as my solicitors for over 25 years and have always found them to be professional and knowledgeable. They always convey a helpful and professionally sociable manner.

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Thank you for your review and positive comments about our Sherborne legal team. If we can be of further assistance, please don't hesitate to contact us. Kind Regards, Battens Solicitors

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Susanne du Parc Braham

Susanne

Moving is such an ordeal, and to have a suportive solicitor is nothing but good!

Thank you for your review and positive comments. If we can be of further assistance, please don't hesitate to contact us. Kind Regards, Battens Solicitors

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Ben Beach

Ben

Samantha and the team worked unbelievably hard to rectify a poor conveyancing situation through no fault of their own. All communication was fast and straight forward, as well as being helpful and friendly throughout the process. I couldn't recommend them enough!

Thank you for your review and positive comments about Samantha from our Residential Conveyancing team. If we can be of further assistance, please don't hesitate to contact us. Kind Regards, Battens Solicitors

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Rye

Well I have too gush!....... This Solicitors is just so efficient... Nicola & her team are brilliant! They get the job done fast, they are super approachable with any query & the whole process is stress free. I would highly recommend this solicitors in Bridport. Many Thanks......

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Thank you for your review and positive comments about Nicola and the Residential Conveyancing team from our Bridport office. If we can be of further assistance, please don't hesitate to contact us. Kind Regards, Battens Solicitors

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4.8 /5 848 Reviews
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What clients say about Battens Solicitors Limited

The firm specialises in conveyancing, wills, probate, family and civil litigation, with strong technical expertise and clear, practical legal advice. Clients praise efficient, well-organised handling of transactions, timely communication and transparent fees. Valued soft skills include compassion, professionalism, approachability, patience and responsiveness; staff are described as friendly, calming and supportive during stressful or sensitive matters. Reviewers highlight proactive problem-solving, attention to detail and consistent reliability, making processes smoother and less stressful for clients.

friendly staff
professional service
clear communication
efficient conveyancing
compassionate support
knowledgeable advice
prompt responses
helpful guidance
proactive problem‑solving
stress‑free process

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Sylvia Bool

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Wills, Trusts & Probate

Excellent

Very professional gave us all the advice that we required. First class service. All completed and sorted. Would definitely recommend Christine Greengrow

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Thank you for your review and positive comments about Christine from our Wills, Trusts, Probate and Estate Administration team based in our Yeovil office. If we can be of further assistance, please don't hesitate to contact us. Kind Regards, Battens Solicitors

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Jennifer Cragg

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Personal Injury

Claim

Very helpful explained all of the process guided through kept up to date

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Thank you for your review and positive comments about Michelle from our Personal Injury team based in our Bridport office. If we can be of further assistance, please don't hesitate to contact us. Kind Regards, Battens Solicitors

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Jane Alexander

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Wills, Trusts & Probate

My appointment at Battens

I have recently moved to this area of Dorset and needed to make a new will. I went online to see a list of solicitors in the Bridport area. The reviews for Battens encouraged me to make an appointment. The whole experience was made very easy by the friendly, helpful and professional staff. Every point was discussed and I was given good, solid and honest advice. At no point was I made to feel that I had made the wrong choice of solicitors, if I ever need legal advice in the future I will have no hesitation in going back to Battens.

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A representative from Battens Solicitors Limited responded to this review

Thank you for your review and positive comments about Rosanna from our Wills, Trusts, Probate and Estate Administration team based in our Bridport office. If we can be of further assistance, please don't hesitate to contact us. Kind Regards, Battens Solicitors

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John Spurdle

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Personal Injury

Personal Injury Claim

Whilst the claim was contested by the defendant and lasted just short of four years, throughout Kate was confident of a successful outcome.

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Thank you for your review and positive comments about Kate from our Personal Injury team based in our Yeovil office. If we can be of further assistance, please don't hesitate to contact us. Kind Regards, Battens Solicitors

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Georgina Falbo

Housing & Property

Housing and property

Rachel Perry-Masterman was absolutely fabulous, she went above and beyond to make sure the whole process of our sale and purchase went through quick and efficiently. I would highly recommend her. Thank you Rachel.

A representative from Battens Solicitors Limited responded to this review

Thank you for your review and positive comments about Rachel from our Residential Conveyancing team based in our Sherborne office. If we can be of further assistance, please don't hesitate to contact us. Kind Regards, Battens Solicitors

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Dawn Tiso

Dawn

EMILY Davis outstanding solicitor with compassion professionalism and accuracy thank you .Dawn Tiso

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Anthony Dakin

Anthony

Needed a document signing witnessed at short notice and Battens were happy to help and fitted me in quickly. Thank you!

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Prano Bailey-Bond

Prano

Jason and the Battens team have been brilliant during our recent house purchase. Jason is really personable and was always on the other end of the phone if we had any questions. The whole process was really smooth and communication was great. We would 100% recommend them and use them again.

Thank you for your review and positive comments about Jason from our Residential Conveyancing team based in our Sherborne office. If we can be of further assistance, please don't hesitate to contact us. Kind Regards, Battens Solicitors

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Malcolm Lofts

Housing & Property

Malcolm

Cate and Deborah were very efficient and made the legal side of the sale of the property very easy.

Thank you for your review and positive comments about Cate and Deborah from our Residential Conveyancing team based in our Poundbury, Dorchester office. If we can be of further assistance, please don't hesitate to contact us. Kind Regards, Battens Solicitors

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Ralph Harwood-Penn

Ralph

Really poor service. Reactive rather than proactive. Lethargic and unenthusiastic. Wasted 2 years with Battens.

We are sorry to hear that you were unhappy with some aspects of our service as we pride ourselves on our high levels of customer care and satisfaction. We always work hard to resolve any issues that our clients may have and have a rigorous complaints procedure in place enable clients to raise their concerns with us so that we can address them. If you would like to follow this, please contact the firm’s Complaints Officer, Katherine Gilmour at katherine.gilmour@battens.co.uk. Kind regards, Battens Solicitors

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