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Rutters

01747822005
5.0/5
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Established for longer than any other firm in North Dorset, with offices in Shaftesbury, Gillingham and Sturminster Newton, Rutters has been using its extensive experience to get results for both its individual and business clients for over 180 years. The longevity of the firm is evidence of its successful relationship and reputation within the local community and wider afield. Read more...

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Rutters
have 2 other locations

2 Bimport
Shaftesbury
SP7 8AY

Market Square House
Sturminster Newton
DT10 1FG

2 Bimport
Shaftesbury
SP7 8AY

Market Square House
Sturminster Newton
DT10 1FG

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Available lawyers at Rutters

Duncan Weir

4.9 out of 5
(89)
Solicitor

Matthew Billingsley

5.0 out of 5
(85)
Solicitor

Catharine Morrison

5.0 out of 5
(43)
Solicitor

Julia Izzard

5.0 out of 5
(32)
Solicitor

Claire Coffin

5.0 out of 5
(23)
Solicitor

Stephanie Foster

5.0 out of 5
(23)
Private Client Executive

Natasha Evans

4.9 out of 5
(20)
Solicitor

Rachel Barlow

5.0 out of 5
(17)
Solicitor

Bridie Green

5.0 out of 5
(14)
Solicitor

Genette Gale

5.0 out of 5
(9)
Solicitor

Amy Hennicker

5.0 out of 5
(7)
Conveyancer

Holly Morgan

5.0 out of 5
(7)
Solicitor

Kylie Bourne

5.0 out of 5
(2)
Conveyancing Executive

James Wood

0.0 out of 5
(0)
Solicitor

How Rutters Compares

Value for money

This firm - 98%
National Average
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Excellent does not necessarily mean ‘cheap’. It means that clients thought that the level of service received was Excellent for what they paid.

This score has been calculated using up to the last 300 reviews left by clients of Rutters on ReviewSolicitors.

As part of our review questionnaire we ask reviewer questions about the value for money they felt they received by using Rutters. These questions include:

  • Value for money (a rating of 1-5)
  • How much were you initially quoted or how much did you expect to pay?
  • Approximately how much did you end up spending for the legal services provided (ignoring disbursements and court fees)
  • Did you think this was underpriced, overpriced or about right?
  • Overall experience

We use data science to amalgamate the answers to these questions and create a ‘ReviewSolicitors score’ out of 100. The above chart representation score is a simple percentage representation of the averaged score across those who have reviewed this law firm.

Underpriced 0%
Overpriced 16%
About Right 83%

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Would recommend to
friends and family

This firm - 100%
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You can use this data to see how Rutters performs against other law firms nationally. A score close to 100% indicates that this firm is highly valued by their clients.

As part of our review questionnaire we ask the question:

"Would you recommend this firm to somebody else?"

The reviewer can select either “Yes” or “No”.

The above score is a simple percentage representation of the total amount of clients who selected the “Yes” option:

Yes 100%
No 0%

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outcome of matter

This firm - 100%
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ReviewSolicitors uses our community data to show you how many clients used Rutters and were satisfied with the outcome of their matter. Being satisfied with the outcome of your matter is an important consideration to have in mind.

You can use this data to see how Rutters compares to the national average of clients being satisfied with the outcome of their matter after instructing a solicitor.

As part of our review questionnaire we ask the question:

"Were you satisfied with the outcome of your case?"

The reviewer can select either “Yes” or “No”.

The above score is a simple percentage representation of the total amount of clients who selected the “Yes” option:

Yes 100%
No 0%

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Rankings by area of expertise

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

Locally

Nationally

Consumer
2nd / 2
144th / 4549
Company & Commercial
2nd / 2
168th / 4334
Housing & Property
2nd / 2
95th / 4225
Family Law
1st / 2
109th / 3834
Wills, Trusts & Probate
1st / 2
40th / 3484
Commercial Property
2nd / 2
160th / 3293
Employment
2nd / 2
220th / 3083
Money & Tax
2nd / 2
84th / 1837
Agriculture
2nd / 2
81st / 609

Data shown above is based on the reviews and client feedback collected by ReviewSolicitors over the last 12 months.

Review Sources

Client Reviews

5.0/5

Reviews summary

  • Excellent

    382

  • Very Good

    10

  • Average

    1

  • Poor

    0

  • Awful

    0

Overall experience

  • Value For Money
  • Communication
  • Initial Impressions
  • Approachability
  • Documentation Accuracy
  • Legal knowledge
Henry
Wills, Trusts & Probate

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This review has been left by a verified client who used Rutters.

Matter Type:

Wills

Henry

April 22, 2025

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Update Mirror Wills

Recommended to Rutters by Royal British Legion Free Will Service. Efficient and painless with support and explanation of many considerations.

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Mark
Housing & Property

Matter Type:

Residential Conveyancing

Mark

March 26, 2025

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Superb conveyancer

Kylie Bourne combines efficiency, precision, value for money and excellent communication skills. She handled the conveyance with superb authority. An extraordinary talent who swung into action immediately upon receiving my instruction. She should be your first choice.

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Ken & Vi
Wills, Trusts & Probate

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Matter Type:

Wills

Ken & Vi

March 21, 2025

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Solicitors of Outstanding Merit

Over a number of years, Rutters Solicitors have acted for us both in conveyancing and in the preparation of our wills. They have always been approachable and readily available to discuss and advise in a most competent manner on any queries we may have had. We unreservedly recommend their services.

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Tom Woolford
Wills, Trusts & Probate

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Matter Type:

Wills

Tom Woolford

March 15, 2025

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Fantastic and patient service

I worked with Duncan to have a Will drafted, and during this process I had a fairly major operation and then forgot to go back and complete the process for a long time. Duncan was extremely patient, and the end to end initial meetings through to finalising was very easy for me as a customer.
I would highly recommend to anyone.

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Georgie Cadwell
Wills, Trusts & Probate

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Matter Type:

Probate

Georgie Cadwell

March 14, 2025

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Estate closure and accounts

Stephanie and Aaron made everything so simple and communicated every step of the way. I would not hesitate to recommend them to others due to their professionalism and proactiveness in solving problems. Thank you both

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A and J Taylor
Wills, Trusts & Probate

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Wills

A and J Taylor

March 01, 2025

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Wills service

We found Steph to be friendly, reassuring, knowledgable and professional. We had plenty of opportunity to discuss the sensitive aspects of creating our wills. Steph worked at our pace and gave us time to digest all the information given regarding our wishes. We are extremely happy with the outcome and truly grateful for her kind and caring support throughout.

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Nikki
Wills, Trusts & Probate

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Wills

Nikki

February 09, 2025

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Update will

Very efficient and friendly team will be happy to use again and recommend to others

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Mr Hobbs

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Mr Hobbs

February 08, 2025

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renewal of a will

Stephanie was very easy to talk to and very understanding of my needs.Very profesional.I would recomend her and use her services again.

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Richard Johnston
Wills, Trusts & Probate

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Matter Type:

Wills

Richard Johnston

January 28, 2025

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Making a Last Will & Testament

Stephanie was very helpful and clear in her advice which was and is much appreciated. Thankyou.

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Ian Warren
Wills, Trusts & Probate

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Matter Type:

Wills

Ian Warren

January 27, 2025

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Ian Warren

I am very happy with the service I have received at Rutters in Gillingham, the reception staff have allways been exceptionally nice and very helpfull. Stephanie has been so professional. I have little understanding of Law or the making of Wills & Power of Atourney etc. Stephanie has taken me through everything step by step, explaining everything as we progressed without using legal jargon. I would recommend Stephanie and Rutters to anyone who needs any legaal advice or service.

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Housing & Property

Matter Type:

Purchase and Sale

anon

January 25, 2025

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anon

A1 service. Quicker than the competition to resolve.

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Anne
Wills, Trusts & Probate

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Wills

Anne

February 25, 2025

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Anne

Great place for sorting out a Will

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Description

Established for longer than any other firm in North Dorset, with offices in Shaftesbury, Gillingham and Sturminster Newton, Rutters has been using its extensive experience to get results for both its individual and business clients for over 180 years. The longevity of the firm is evidence of its successful relationship and reputation within the local community and wider afield. We offer a wide range of services for you and your business. Take a look at our services and see how we can assist you. You can be comfortable in the knowledge that everyone who deals with your work is an experienced professional giving you specialist legal help when required with traditional values and a personal touch and all for a very competitive price.

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Legal services

Personal areas of law

  • Consumer
    • Consumer Disputes
    • Consumer Rights
    • Litigation - Breach of contract
    • Litigation - Insurance disputes
    • Litigation - M&A and warranty disputes
    • Litigation - Product liability claims
    • Litigation - Property litigation claims
    • Litigation - Trust and pension issues
    • Litigation Law
  • Employment
    • Agency Staff / Temp Workers
    • Constructive/Unfair Dismissal
    • Disciplinary Hearings
    • Discrimination at Work
    • Employee Team Moves
    • Employment Contracts
    • Employment Law
    • Equal Pay Disputes
    • Family Leave
    • Flexible Working
    • Gardening Leave
    • Harassment/Bullying at Work
    • Holiday Pay Issues
    • Maternity and Paternity
    • Part Time Workers
    • Professional Discipline
    • Redundancy
    • Restrictive Covenants
    • Senior Executives
    • Settlement Agreements
    • Stress at Work
    • TUPE
    • Tribunal Claims
    • UK Employment Laws
    • Unfair Dismissal Claims
    • Whistleblower Protection
  • Family Law
    • Annulment
    • Change of name
    • Child Access
    • Child Arrangements Following Divorce
    • Child Custody
    • Child Law
    • Child contact
    • Children
    • Children Act proceedings
    • Civil Partnership Dissolution
    • Civil partnerships
    • Cohabitation agreements and disputes
    • Cohabitation and Unmarried Relationships
    • Collaborative Law
    • Divorce
    • Domestic Abuse
    • Family law
    • Financial Matters
    • Grandparents' Rights
    • Inheritance Act claims
    • Injunctions
    • Lasting power of attorney
    • Marriage and civil partnerships
    • Matrimonial finance
    • Out Of Court Divorce
    • Parental responsibility, paternity disputes, surrogacy
    • Pension and property advice
    • Pre and Post Nuptial Agreements
    • Separation
    • Separation Agreement
    • Unmarried Couples' Rights
  • Housing & Property
    • Boundary Disputes
    • Buying at auction
    • Declarations of trusts
    • Deeds of Gifts
    • Deeds of easements, variation, deeds of rectifications
    • Extending your Lease
    • Freehold Enfranchisement
    • Investment and buy to let properties
    • Landlord and Tenant
    • Lease Extensions
    • Leasehold properties
    • Matrimonial transfers
    • Neighbour Disputes
    • New home purchases and sales
    • Possession and repossession proceedings
    • Property Disputes
    • Purchase and Sale
    • Remortgaging
    • Renting and Tenancy Agreements
    • Residential Conveyancing
    • Restrictive Covenants, Easements and Wayleaves
    • Right of Way and Rights to Light
    • Second charges
    • Tenancy Breaches, Injunctions and Forfeiture Claims
    • Tenant Eviction
    • Transfer of title
    • Transfers of equity
    • Transfers of parts of land
    • Unpaid Rent, Service or Ground Charges
  • Money & Tax
    • Inheritance Tax
    • Trusts
  • Wills, Trusts & Probate
    • Disputed Probate
    • Disputed Wills
    • Probate
    • Trusts
    • Wills

Business areas of law

  • Agriculture
    • Agricultural land for sale or development
    • Buying and selling a farm
    • Employment of farm workers
    • Farm partnerships and corporate structures
  • Commercial Property
    • Commercial Leases
    • Commercial mortgages
    • Investment purchases and Buy to Let
    • Landlord and tenant
    • Purchase and Sale Of Commercial Property
    • Purchase of development land
    • Rights of way issues
    • Sales or purchases of shops, factories, warehouses, offices and licensed premises
  • Company & Commercial
    • Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
    • Commercial Litigation Matters
    • Contract law
    • Contractual Disputes
    • Employment - business
    • Partnership and LLP law
    • Sales and Purchases
    • Shareholder and Partnership Disputes
    • Statutory Demands
    • Summary Judgment