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Farnfields LLP

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4 Church Lane, Shaftesbury, Shaftesbury, Dorset, SP7 8JT

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4 Church Lane, Shaftesbury, Shaftesbury, Dorset, SP7 8JT

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Farnfields LLP Review Scores & Client Satisfaction Overview

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

Accreditations

Farnfields LLP are accredited by

Family Mediation accreditation awarded to Farnfields LLP
Family Law accreditation awarded to Farnfields LLP
The Law Society accreditation awarded to Farnfields LLP

Description

• Our Vision is to be the leading legal practice for individuals, families, businesses and communities across North Dorset, West Wiltshire and South Somerset • Farnfields Solicitors is a very well-established law firm providing a comprehensive range of services for business and individual clients • Farnfields is LEXCEL and CQS accredited and several of our solicitors are members of STEP and Association of Lifetime Lawyers. • Farnfields has three offices in Gillingham, Shaftesbury and Warminster • We have been in existence for over 80 years and have a team of over 100 people, including twelve partners

Rankings by area of expertise

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

Farnfields LLP Review Scores & Client Satisfaction Overview

4.9
Excellent
95%+
Value for
Money
15% above
national average
95%+
Success
Rate
17% above
national average
95%+
Would
Recommend
18% above
national average
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 4.9/5

Accreditations

Farnfields LLP are accredited by

Family Mediation accreditation awarded to Farnfields LLP
Family Law accreditation awarded to Farnfields LLP
The Law Society accreditation awarded to Farnfields LLP

Description

• Our Vision is to be the leading legal practice for individuals, families, businesses and communities across North Dorset, West Wiltshire and South Somerset • Farnfields Solicitors is a very well-established law firm providing a comprehensive range of services for business and individual clients • Farnfields is LEXCEL and CQS accredited and several of our solicitors are members of STEP and Association of Lifetime Lawyers. • Farnfields has three offices in Gillingham, Shaftesbury and Warminster • We have been in existence for over 80 years and have a team of over 100 people, including twelve partners

Rankings by area of expertise

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

Contact & Locations - Farnfields LLP

Opening hours

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

4 Church Lane, Shaftesbury, Shaftesbury, Dorset, SP7 8JT

Reviews

4.9 /5 50 Reviews
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What clients say about Farnfields LLP

The firm specialises in conveyancing, residential and commercial property work, wills, probate, trusts and family law, with clear expertise in complex transactions and lease/title matters. Clients praise prompt, clear communication, thoroughness, efficiency and professional knowledge. Valued soft skills include friendliness, patience, empathy, calm reassurance, responsiveness and a supportive, client‑focused approach that reduces stress and keeps matters well managed from start to finish.

professional service
prompt communication
efficient handling
friendly staff
clear explanations
kept updated
stress‑free process
knowledgeable team
responsive support
highly recommended

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Amanda Jacques

Housing & Property

Excellent service

We have had an excellent experience using this solicitors company mainly with Emily Walker and Rosie Perry. They have always been prompt, courteous keeping us updated and informed at every stage.

A representative from Farnfields LLP responded to this review

Thank you for your kind review. We’re delighted to hear that you had an excellent experience with Farnfields and that Emily Walker and Rosie Perry provided such prompt, courteous and supportive service throughout. We’ll be sure to pass your lovely feedback on to Emily and Rosie.

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Darren

Family Law

Knowledgeable and passionate

A huge thank you to the team in Gillingham, who worked together to support me and my family, and to help us get the best outcome for my daughter. I felt heard, listened to, and a surge of confidence. No question was deemed silly. We were supported, advised, and part of the journey. Thank you, Meril, for your compassion and being the driving force!

A representative from Farnfields LLP responded to this review

Many thanks for your kind and positive review. We are extremely pleased to hear you received excellent service. We will ensure we pass on a copy of your review for Meril.

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gingerfencer

Family Law

Family Matters

The team at Farnfields have been supportive and direct in their advice and representation with regard a family matter that my son and I have been dealing with over the last seven years. I would have no hesitation in recommending Farnfields for legal advice.

A representative from Farnfields LLP responded to this review

Many thanks for your kind and positive review. We are extremely pleased to hear you received excellent service. We will ensure we pass on a copy of your review for Sarah and her team.

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James

Family Law

Children matter

I had the pleasure of working with Meril, and I cannot speak highly enough of her. From the very beginning, she demonstrated the highest level of professionalism and dedication. Meril is incredibly knowledgeable in her field, always well-prepared, and confident in her guidance, which instantly put me at ease. What truly sets her apart is how genuinely understanding and caring she is. She takes the time to listen, understand your needs, and respond with compassion and clarity. It’s rare to find someone who blends expertise with such warmth and empathy. Meril’s commitment goes above and beyond—she doesn't just do her job, she truly invests in the people she helps. I’m deeply grateful for her support and would recommend her without hesitation to anyone seeking a trustworthy and exceptional professional. I cannot thank her enough for saving my life!

A representative from Farnfields LLP responded to this review

Many thanks for your kind and positive review. We are extremely pleased to hear you received excellent service. We will ensure we pass on a copy of your review for Meril.

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Hilary

Utter rubbish

We sought advice from this firm about our rights as grandparents to see our granddaughter. It’s clear that the solicitor we asked did not know what she was doing. It cost us thousands of pounds and she quickly changed her opinion to, we can sort this you’ll have to go to court, to well, they are the parents and Judge xyz is a bit of a maverick you never know which way he is going. The mediator they recommend is also poor. We paid hundreds of pounds for what turned out to be a set of rules she advised us to agree to rather than a helpful way forward.

A representative from Farnfields LLP responded to this review

Hello Hilary, we make every effort to ensure that we provide a helpful professional service so it is disappointing to read that you have not had a good experience with us. We receive 97% customer satisfaction results which are always above benchmark when compared to other law firms. We absolutely welcome the opportunity to discuss your experience further with you. Please do get in touch by contacting us on 01747 825432 or email: info@farnfields.com and we would be very happy to discuss your concerns.

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Helen

Helen

Fantastic service, exceptional communication and advice. Would highly recommend this solicitors for all legal aspects

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Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a nice review.

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Lucy Bryant

Lucy

I can’t recommend Sarah Clarke highly enough. Over the course of two very trying property sales, she was consistently supportive, kind, and understanding. I always felt that she genuinely had my best interests at heart, guiding me through every challenge with patience and professionalism. Her communication and care went far beyond what I expected — by the end, she felt more like a trusted friend than a solicitor. I would not hesitate to use her again and wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for an exceptional conveyancer.

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Lucy

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Lucy

I had an excellent experience working with Louise Cook. She was consistently responsive, approachable, and highly knowledgeable. Her guidance and support made the process much smoother, and her expertise proved invaluable. I felt reassured throughout, knowing I was in capable hands. I would not hesitate to recommend Louise to anyone seeking professional and reliable legal support.

A representative from Farnfields LLP responded to this review

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us this amazing review. We will ensure we pass on a copy of your review for Louise.

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Maisy

Housing & Property

Maisy

Sarah & Callum were communicative and helpful, I felt informed and comfortable to ask any questions when I didn't understand parts of the process

A representative from Farnfields LLP responded to this review

Thank you for the wonderful review and for taking the time to share your feedback. We will ensure we pass on a copy of your review for Sarah and Callum.

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Diliya

Family Law

Diliya

I contacted farnfield for change of name. As I didn't have a surname in my Indian passport but I have full name in my given name space and when I got my british passport I have surname but no first name. So I wanted to sort this out by seperating my first name and surname. When I explained everything Meril George helped me with my whole process. She explained everything very well. Now I got my new passport with first name and surname separately.I'm happy with the service they provided. Thanks Meril for your help.

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Many thanks for your kind and positive review. We are extremely pleased to hear you received excellent service. We will ensure we pass on a copy of your review for Meril.

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4.9 /5 1425 Reviews
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What clients say about Farnfields LLP

The firm specialises in conveyancing, residential and commercial property work, wills, probate, trusts and family law, with clear expertise in complex transactions and lease/title matters. Clients praise prompt, clear communication, thoroughness, efficiency and professional knowledge. Valued soft skills include friendliness, patience, empathy, calm reassurance, responsiveness and a supportive, client‑focused approach that reduces stress and keeps matters well managed from start to finish.

professional service
prompt communication
efficient handling
friendly staff
clear explanations
kept updated
stress‑free process
knowledgeable team
responsive support
highly recommended

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Victoria Hurley

Wills, Trusts & Probate

Rewriting of Wills post marriage

We had principle dealings with Jessica Johnston who was very friendly, well informed, helpful and professional

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Sam Thorp

Housing & Property

Great conveyancing experience

Thank you so much Emily Walker and Rosie Perry for your professional, efficient and friendly approach. You have made the conveyancing process so much easier and have been such a pleasure to deal with.

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anonymous

Family Law

Excellent Service dealing with completing Divorce

I had a positive experience while negotiating finances And completing my divorce. I was made to feel at ease during a very stressful time. I felt Meril was very professional, had great knowledge of the process and the law. Everything was explained in an understandable manner. I feel we had a good rapport and kept me well informed and updated. I feel I was represented well and delivered a satisfactory outcome.

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Eloise Gullis

Housing & Property

Best Solicitor I've EVER used!

This is my third time moving house, and having used other solicitors in the past, I can honestly say that none compare to the service provided by Farnfields. I first used them for my second house purchase and didn’t hesitate to return for my third. A special thank you to Daniella Flintan and Joanna Shortland – they truly are everything you could hope for. They respond promptly to every query and handle each request efficiently, which makes such a difference during what can be a stressful process. Their dedication and professionalism ensure everything runs as smoothly as possible from start to finish. I will continue to highly recommend Farnfields to anyone looking for outstanding service. Thank you so much for all your help over the years!

A representative from Farnfields LLP responded to this review

Thank you so much for your fantastic review and for choosing Farnfields again. It means a great deal to us that you have returned to us for your third move and that we've continued to provide the level of service you expect. Daniella and Joanna will be delighted to hear your kind words. Thank you also for your continued recommendations.

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anonymous

Total Lack of Knowledge

It would appear that I know more about the law with regards to my situation than they do! Incorrect information was provided to me and I became sick to death answering the same question over and over again. It reminded me of the quote: 'The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting a different result'. Also, in this day and age there is no excuse for issuing documents containing spelling errors. Obviously they do not use a spell checker.

A representative from Farnfields LLP responded to this review

Thank you for your feedback. We are sorry to hear that you were dissatisfied with your experience. We take concerns regarding the accuracy of information provided and the quality of our communications seriously. However, based on the information available to us, we are unable to identify the specific issues you have raised. We would welcome the opportunity to discuss your concerns further and gain a better understanding of your experience. Please contact us directly at info@farnfields.com with additional details so that we can review the matter thoroughly. Thank you for bringing your concerns to our attention.

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kelly tollington

kelly

Just completed on a complicated and long house purchase. Caron Abbott @ Gillingham has been patient, supportive and understanding. She put me at ease and made me feel comfortable when I didn’t understand something and never made me feel stupid for asking what could have been silly questions. Having never needed a solicitor before I was was nervous, I am so glad it was Caron that took my case . I would highly recommend her and this firm if they can support your needs.

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Andrew Holt

Andrew

Having just completed our sale with help of Leah Lambert and Nikki Owens, we have experienced exemplary service from start to finish! They were always ready to answer any questions we had in a prompt and considered manner. We would highly recommend them, and we be using them again when purchasing our retirement home later this year.

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Sam Thorp

Sam

I have had a brilliant experience with Emily and Rosie. They are incredibly efficient as well as being friendly and very easy to work with. They offer an excellent conveyancing service.

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Nicole Cox

Nicole

Emily in the Warminster office has acted promptly and professionally throughout our conveyancing process, keeping us up to date on progress and explaining clearly the relevant stages in the process. She has been ably assisted throughout by her associate Rosie. Would definitely recommend their services and be happy to use Farnfields for any future conveyancing. A big thank you.

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Bethany Griffiths

Bethany

I can’t thank Leah at Farnfields enough for her services for our home. We used Leah to complete our first ever home purchase and she was incredible. Nothing was ever too much, and everything was dealt with so quickly and efficiently. I can’t recommend her enough!

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