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Pharaoh Legal Limited

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Chaldon House, 22 Middlemarsh Street, Poundbury, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 3GD

01305 819696

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Chaldon House, 22 Middlemarsh Street, Poundbury, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 3GD

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5.0
Excellent
25 Reviews
95%+
Value for
Money
95%+
Success
Rate
95%+
Would
Recommend
Communication 5.0/5
Initial Impressions 5.0/5
Approachability 5.0/5
Documentation Accuracy 4.9/5
Legal Knowledge 5.0/5
Value for money 4.9/5

Accreditations

Pharaoh Legal Limited are accredited by

Civil and Commercial Mediation accreditation awarded to Pharaoh Legal Limited
Family Law accreditation awarded to Pharaoh Legal Limited
Civil Mediation Council accreditation awarded to Pharaoh Legal Limited
Trading names:
• Pharaoh Law Solicitors

Description

Clients find us to be a professional, efficient and very friendly alternative to the traditional high street legal practice. We offer and provide an outstanding legal service to businesses and individuals in the Dorchester, Bridport, Weymouth and Portland areas, across Dorset, England and Wales. We advise wherever is most convenient to our clients whether that is face to face at our offices, at meeting rooms in outlying towns, our clients' premises, by telephone, by email and remotely by zoom and other platforms. We advise out of hours for clients who, for whatever reason, find the provision of legal advice during office hours is inconvenient. Pharaoh Law has particular expertise at advising clients in matters where their career is threatened by the loss of their registration with a regulatory body. We advise officers in the disciplined services such as the Police Service and Fire Service. We advise clients where they are alleged to have breached regulations or are defending claims that they are not fit to practice. Our discreet offices are situated in an extremely quiet environment in Pummery Square, opposite Brownsword Hall. We offer our clients a free parking facility. Our bright and sunny conference room provides ideal surroundings for us to listen carefully to your legal problems and to help you to resolve them. We also offer a Mediation service Lisa is an accredited and registered mediator with the Civil Mediation Council in both Workplace & Employment and Civil & Commercial disputes. Lisa has to make sure that she meets certain criteria set by the Civil Mediation Council before her annual registration. Civil and commercial mediation is effective at resolving disputes involving debt, contentious probate, contract, boundaries, property and those disputes between landlords and tenants. Workplace and Employment mediation is effective at resolving disputes such as employee/employee disagreements and indeed any employment issue.

Rankings by area of expertise

Local 3 / 19
National 613 / 11,165
5.0
Excellent
165 Reviews
95%+
Value for
Money
16% above
national average
95%+
Success
Rate
18% above
national average
95%+
Would
Recommend
19% above
national average
Communication 5.0/5
Initial Impressions 5.0/5
Approachability 5.0/5
Documentation Accuracy 5.0/5
Legal Knowledge 5.0/5
Value for money 5.0/5

Accreditations

Pharaoh Legal Limited are accredited by

Civil and Commercial Mediation accreditation awarded to Pharaoh Legal Limited
Family Law accreditation awarded to Pharaoh Legal Limited
Civil Mediation Council accreditation awarded to Pharaoh Legal Limited
Trading names:
• Pharaoh Law Solicitors

Description

Clients find us to be a professional, efficient and very friendly alternative to the traditional high street legal practice. We offer and provide an outstanding legal service to businesses and individuals in the Dorchester, Bridport, Weymouth and Portland areas, across Dorset, England and Wales. We advise wherever is most convenient to our clients whether that is face to face at our offices, at meeting rooms in outlying towns, our clients' premises, by telephone, by email and remotely by zoom and other platforms. We advise out of hours for clients who, for whatever reason, find the provision of legal advice during office hours is inconvenient. Pharaoh Law has particular expertise at advising clients in matters where their career is threatened by the loss of their registration with a regulatory body. We advise officers in the disciplined services such as the Police Service and Fire Service. We advise clients where they are alleged to have breached regulations or are defending claims that they are not fit to practice. Our discreet offices are situated in an extremely quiet environment in Pummery Square, opposite Brownsword Hall. We offer our clients a free parking facility. Our bright and sunny conference room provides ideal surroundings for us to listen carefully to your legal problems and to help you to resolve them. We also offer a Mediation service Lisa is an accredited and registered mediator with the Civil Mediation Council in both Workplace & Employment and Civil & Commercial disputes. Lisa has to make sure that she meets certain criteria set by the Civil Mediation Council before her annual registration. Civil and commercial mediation is effective at resolving disputes involving debt, contentious probate, contract, boundaries, property and those disputes between landlords and tenants. Workplace and Employment mediation is effective at resolving disputes such as employee/employee disagreements and indeed any employment issue.

Rankings by area of expertise

Meet the team of Pharaoh Legal Limited

Deborah Schmieder

Deborah Schmieder

Consultant Solicitor

5.0 9
Sharon Edelstyn

Sharon Edelstyn

Solicitor

5.0 2
Lisa Pharaoh

Lisa Pharaoh

Director and Solicitor

5.0 124

Meet the team of Pharaoh Legal Limited

Lisa Pharaoh

Lisa Pharaoh

Director and Solicitor

5.0 124
Deborah Schmieder

Deborah Schmieder

Consultant Solicitor

5.0 9
Sharon Edelstyn

Sharon Edelstyn

Solicitor

5.0 2

Contact details

01305 819696
lisa@pharaohlaw.co.uk
www.pharaohlaw.co.uk

Opening hours

Monday 08:30–17:30
Tuesday 08:30–17:30
Wednesday 08:30–17:30
Thursday 08:30–17:30
Friday 09:00–16:00
Saturday (Closed)
Sunday (Closed)

Chaldon House, 22 Middlemarsh Street, Poundbury, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 3GD

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5.0 /5 25 Reviews
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    The firm specialises in employment law, probate and document certification, with strengths in settlements, grievance processes and practical, cost‑effective legal solutions. Clients praise clear, expert advice, prompt, reliable service and successful outcomes. Valued soft skills include professionalism, approachability, empathy, active listening, calmness under pressure, friendliness and responsiveness (including short‑notice and after‑hours support). The refurbished, welcoming offices and reasonable billing are also highlighted.

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    Ian Winsor

    Probate work

    I was attempting to do Probate myself but got in to a bit of a mess and not sure what to do next. Bit of panic set in so sought advice from Pharaoh Law and was introduced to Rachel. A breath of fresh air she was to be. Calm and clear in her approach she took a huge weight of me. She clearly had a lot of experience in probates because it all seemed so much simpler when she explained what needed to be done. No surprise that in the end Probate was obtained without any fuss. Highly recommend Rachel and Pharaoh Law

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    A representative from Pharaoh Legal Limited responded to this review

    Thank you so much for your kind words. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. We’re really glad Rachel was able to help you and it’s great to hear that this made the process feel much more manageable for you. We’ll be sure to pass your feedback on to her. Thank you again for your recommendation, and please don’t hesitate to get in touch if we can help in the future.

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    Steve

    Wills, Trusts & Probate

    Will Drafting and Advice

    Lisa was very helpful with this process - thorough advice, prompt service and very reasonable terms. Highly recommended

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    Lisa Pharaoh

    Dear Steve. Many thanks for taking the time to leave a five star review of our service and for your recommendation to others. Sharon, our STEP (Society of Trusts and Estates Practitioner) accredited solicitor, very ably turned this matter around quickly and drafted a will that was clear and easy to understand. We look forward to working with you again in the future should we have the opportunity to do so. Best wishes Lisa

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    Dan

    Amazing service, Most helpful and friendly would recommend

    After looking for some legal advice, I finally found Lisa at Pharaoh Legal. Lisa was a great help; she managed to see me a day after contacting her. The service I received was 100 percent and I would recommend anyone who is looking for some expert Legal advice to contact this firm. Dan Edwards The Post Office, Piddletrenthide, Dorchester, DT27QF.

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    Lisa Pharaoh

    Dear Dan, Thank you for your time providing this fantastic five star review and for your recommendation. We are a small legal firm and providing an outstanding legal service and advice is important to us. I was delighted to have been able to help you and look forward to working with you again should you need any more legal advice. With best wishes, Lisa

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    Steve Souhami

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    Wills, Trusts & Probate

    Outstanding service from start to finish

    My wife and I briefed Pharaoh Law to update our wills. Whereas many law firms would have treated this as a matter of routine process, we received a level of care and attention that exceeded our expectations. Lisa Pharaoh took the brief, made sure that we had thought carefully about the options available to us and answered all our questions. Sharon Edelstyn produced clear drafts of the wills that reflected our wishes exactly. Richard and Molly handled the administration with speed and courtesy. There was a slight hitch in producing electronic copies which required the original wills to be returned. The problem was sorted out within 24 hours and Lisa brought the wills back to our house in person. Over the years, we have dealt with a variety of law firms. Many of them have been slow, putting their own convenience first, or creating the impression that our affairs were less important than others. It is a refreshing change to deal with such an outstanding company.

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    Lisa Pharaoh

    Dear Stephen, Thank you. We are delighted that our service exceeded your expectations and we thank you for taking the time to leave such a comprehensive five star review of our service to you and your wife. We look forward to seeing you again should you ever need us. With our best wishes Lisa, Sharon and team.

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    Ian Wolff

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    Efficient friendly service

    I recently contacted Lisa Pharaoh after she was recommended to us by a friend. I was able to get through to Liza on my first call and discussed the problem we had with a will dispute. After a short discussion we arranged a meeting for a few days later. Luckily the will dispute was sorted before the meeting happened. I found that my contact with Lisa and others at Pharaoh Law was very friendly and efficient. If I ever have any other similar problem I will certainly be going back to Pharaoh Law.

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    Lisa Pharaoh

    Dear Ian, I am delighted that you gave us a ring and I was pleased that the short advice provided in that initial call was able to progress matters to a successful resolution of your dispute. I am grateful to you for the time that you have taken posting this positive five star review of our servicers and for your recommendation to others. Best wishes and hope to see you again, should you require legal advice ! Best wishes, Lisa and Team.

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    Ben Pinnock

    Ben

    If you're looking for a professional, approachable and friendly legal service then I would not hesitate to recommend Lisa at Pharaoh law. I was struggling to find a solicitor that would return my queries or give me a quote for some legal advice. I popped into Pharaoh law and after a short chat with Lisa to explain the circumstances, I had a quote I was more than happy with and an appointment to complete the paperwork. I found Lisa to be highly professional, friendly and prompt in her work. Within a single appointment Lisa had helped me to complete some paperwork that I'd been struggling to find a solicitor for over a month. Thank you for all your help.

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    Thomas

    Wills, Trusts & Probate

    Thomas

    Thank you to Lisa and her team for dealing with the estate of my mother following her death. They were not only professional and 'on it' but caring and empathetic. Highly recommended.

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    Lisa Pharaoh

    Dear Tom, thank you for your kind words, five star review and recommendation. We greatly appreciated returning to us to ask for our assistance and that we were able to help you. Best wishes from all of us.

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    Clare

    Wills, Trusts & Probate

    Clare

    We were getting nowhere with previous solicitors and we approached Lisa after reading the good reviews. Lisa immediately reassured us that she could help. Her friendly professional manner was impeccable and within weeks our long outstanding matter was resolved. Lisa and Debbie provided easy communication by phone, email or WhatsApp and were always very quick with a response. The fees were very reasonable and would definitely highly recommend Lisa and the girls at Pharaoh Law.

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    A representative from Pharaoh Legal Limited responded to this review

    Dear Clare, Thank your for your recommendation and five star review. We were absolutely delighted to have been given the opportunity to resolve your issue and within the challenging time frame set by your circumstances. Looking forward to working with you again should you ever need our help. We greatly appreciate such positive feedback. Thank you so much. Best wishes, Lisa

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    Nikki

    Wills, Trusts & Probate

    Nikki

    My family and I approached Pharoah Law when we had exhausted all options, we had discussed our problem with many solicitors for over 15 years without resolution. Lisa and Elizabeth were not put off and put a warm embrace of assurance around us and were on our side from the off. They offered a solid plan of what was achievable and clear advice on how to attain our goal. Within 6 months of my first opening conversation, our problem that has drained my family for over 15 years has been resolved. If you want honesty, support and empathy and a clear plan of action I would highly recommend this firm, who put heart in to a business which sometimes can seem heartless. I am so glad I did not give up on what seemed a hopeless situation, there is help out there, and these are the solicitors who can help.

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    A representative from Pharaoh Legal Limited responded to this review

    Dear Nikki, we are absolutely delighted that your family's goal has finally been achieved and that we helped you to attain it. Our holistic approach of being present, compassionate, willing and strong helps to guide clients through often emotional, confusing and complex legal experiences. We thoroughly enjoyed working with you to tie the "heart stuff" to the "brain stuff" to obtain positive results and life changing opportunities for you and your family. We practice law WITH our clients. Thanks Nikki for letting us help you to resolve this. Warmest wishes Lisa

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    5.0 /5 165 Reviews
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      The firm specialises in employment law, probate and document certification, with strengths in settlements, grievance processes and practical, cost‑effective legal solutions. Clients praise clear, expert advice, prompt, reliable service and successful outcomes. Valued soft skills include professionalism, approachability, empathy, active listening, calmness under pressure, friendliness and responsiveness (including short‑notice and after‑hours support). The refurbished, welcoming offices and reasonable billing are also highlighted.

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      Mark

      New kid on the block Weymouth practice

      Lisa has helped me in the past with an employment matter She got me more or less a very good settlement and a clean bill of health which resulted in that I could move on with working life. Please make sure you visit Pharaoh Law newly refurbished offices in King Street as your first port of call for all your legal requirements. Lisa has taken a near derelict building and transformed it into a fabulous inviting, calm and relaxing environment to conduct her expansion into her 9th year of business.. Thank you Lisa, you are fab.

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      Emma Stoodley

      Highly recommend

      I cannot recommend Lisa highly enough. I was provided with amazing support and navigated through a complicated process, at very short notice. Lisa is polite, professional, and a very good listener. I cannot recommend her highly enough and will definitely use Pharoah Law again.

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      Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a kind review. It’s genuinely appreciated. We’re really pleased Lisa was able to support you, especially given the time pressures and complexity involved. She’ll be very glad to hear your feedback. Thank you again for your recommendation, and we’d be more than happy to help you again in the future if you ever need us.

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      Ian Winsor

      Probate work

      I was attempting to do Probate myself but got in to a bit of a mess and not sure what to do next. Bit of panic set in so sought advice from Pharaoh Law and was introduced to Rachel. A breath of fresh air she was to be. Calm and clear in her approach she took a huge weight of me. She clearly had a lot of experience in probates because it all seemed so much simpler when she explained what needed to be done. No surprise that in the end Probate was obtained without any fuss. Highly recommend Rachel and Pharaoh Law

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      legal expert Rachel Oaten Rachel Oaten

      A representative from Pharaoh Legal Limited responded to this review

      Thank you so much for your kind words. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. We’re really glad Rachel was able to help you and it’s great to hear that this made the process feel much more manageable for you. We’ll be sure to pass your feedback on to her. Thank you again for your recommendation, and please don’t hesitate to get in touch if we can help in the future.

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      Claire H

      Employment

      Employment dispute

      Lisa provided incredible support through an employment matter. Her advice was clear and caveated across the various options I could take at any stage, so that I felt confident about each decision I made. Her guidance for writing various submissions to navigate the grievance process was worth every penny. Lisa was readily available even after hours, empathetic and assuring. She found cost effective ways forward and her billing was very reasonable indeed. I could not have managed this process without her and I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone needing legal advice.

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      Lisa Pharaoh

      Hi Claire, thank you for sharing your experience. We are delighted that we were able to assist you navigate such complex procedures and provide you with the confidence to undertake matters yourself. We provide our clients with the opportunity to obtain legal advice outside of the 9 to 5 working day to accomodate our client's working hours. Thanks again for your kind comments and I do hope to see you again soon. Best wishes for the future, Lisa

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      Samuel

      Employment

      Amazing Experience

      Lisa at Pharaoh is great. She helped me resolve an issue with my employer, which resulted in a settlement. My outcome would have been much worse without Lisa’s help. Couldn’t recommend more.

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      Lisa Pharaoh

      Dear Samuel, thank you for acting upon a recommendation to contact me for employment advice. I was grateful to have been provided with the opportunity to advise you and was delighted to have been able to work with you to achieve a better outcome than you had originally expected. Thanks too for taking the time to leave a five star review, for your recommendation and such kind public feedback. Best wishes from us all, Lisa and team.

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      Ben Pinnock

      Ben

      If you're looking for a professional, approachable and friendly legal service then I would not hesitate to recommend Lisa at Pharaoh law. I was struggling to find a solicitor that would return my queries or give me a quote for some legal advice. I popped into Pharaoh law and after a short chat with Lisa to explain the circumstances, I had a quote I was more than happy with and an appointment to complete the paperwork. I found Lisa to be highly professional, friendly and prompt in her work. Within a single appointment Lisa had helped me to complete some paperwork that I'd been struggling to find a solicitor for over a month. Thank you for all your help.

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      Mark Ovens

      Mark

      Lisa helped with getting some documents certified quickly and efficiently. I spoke to her Friday morning (unusual in this modern world) and the documents were certified in her office by 4pm on the following Monday. House sale completed on 18/3/26.Thank you Lisa and Richard.

      Hi Mark, Thank you so much your 5 star review and recommendation. We enjoyed meeting you and helping you on your way to a speedy completion. Congratulations from Lisa and Richard.

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      Rohan Hennessy

      Rohan

      I highly recommend Lisa very professional and gives very helpful advise, cannot thank her enough!

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      Lisa Pharaoh

      Hi Rohan, thank you very much for your kind review and recommentaion for which I greatly appreciate. I am delighted that we will remain in contact and look forward to working with you again in the near future. Best wishes Lisa

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      Claire Hammond

      Claire

      Lisa provided incredible support through an employment matter. Her advice was clear and caveated across the various options I could take at any stage, so that I felt confident about each decision I made. Her guidance for writing various submissions to navigate the grievance process was worth every penny. Lisa was readily available even after hours, empathetic and assuring. She found cost effective ways forward and her billing was very reasonable indeed. I could not have managed this process without her and I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone needing legal advice.

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      Lisa Pharaoh

      Hi Claire, thank you for sharing your experience. We are delighted that we were able to assist you navigate such complex procedures and provide you with the confidence to undertake matters yourself. We provide our clients with the opportunity to obtain legal advice outside of the 9 to 5 working day to accomodate our client's working hours. Thanks again for your kind comments and I do hope to see you again soon. Best wishes for the future, Lisa

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      Alison Gunter

      Alison

      Excellent support and advice from Pharoah Law . Thanks for making a difficult time manageable . Alison

      Dear Alison, thank you so much for the time you have taken leaving us a five star review and for your kind comments about the service that we have provided during such a profoundly challenging period. We greatly appreciate your feedback and look forward to working with you again in the future. Best wishes Lisa and all at Pharaoh Law.

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