Business Details
Trusted Solicitors in Bournemouth Since 1837
Established in 1837, Druitts Solicitors has built an enduring reputation as Bournemouth's oldest legal practice. Our team combines traditional personal service with modern efficiency, prioritising client needs through tailored legal solutions. With over 185 years of continuous operation, we maintain a client-centric approach, evidenced by our high rate of repeat business and personal recommendations. Our solicitors and legal professionals deliver expert advice across family law, property transactions, and commercial legal matters. We maintain rigorous professional standards through regulation by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, ensuring compliance with the highest legal and ethical benchmarks.Our commitment to transparency and clear communication has earned us consistent positive client testimonials, particularly in conveyancing and family law services. The firm's longevity reflects our ability to adapt to legal sector changes while preserving core values of integrity and client advocacy. We operate from purpose-built offices in Bournemouth, serving both local and national clients with cost-effective legal representation. Our team's collective experience spans multiple legal specialisms, enabling comprehensive service delivery across diverse client requirements. This heritage of service excellence continues to position Druitts as a trusted legal partner in the region.
Services
Family Law
Conveyancing
Commercial Legal Services
Wills and Probate
Dispute Resolution
Highlights and features
- We offer 185+ years of continuous legal expertise in Bournemouth
- Our firm is regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority
- We provide tailored legal solutions with personal service
- We maintain competitive pricing with transparent billing
- Our client testimonials demonstrate consistent service excellence
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
What people say
Fantastic service
Professionalism and attention
Quick response times
Competitive pricing
Seamless transactions
Services
Family Law
Our family law services cover divorce proceedings, financial settlements, and child custody arrangements. We provide sensitive, expert guidance through emotionally challenging legal matters. Our solicitors specialise in pre-nuptial agreements and civil partnership dissolutions, ensuring client interests are protected throughout the legal process.
Conveyancing
We handle residential and commercial property transactions with efficiency and precision. Our conveyancing team manages leasehold and freehold purchases, remortgages, and new build acquisitions. Clients benefit from dedicated case management and transparent communication throughout the property transfer process.
Wills and Probate
Our wills and probate services include inheritance tax planning, power of attorney arrangements, and trust management. We assist executors with estate administration and probate applications. The team provides clear guidance on court of protection matters and complex inheritance scenarios.
Dispute Resolution
We resolve commercial and personal legal disputes through negotiation, mediation, and litigation. Our expertise covers contract disputes, property conflicts, and debt recovery. The team prioritises amicable solutions while maintaining readiness for court proceedings when necessary.
Commercial Legal Services
Our commercial services support businesses with contract drafting, employment law compliance, and corporate transactions. We advise on commercial property leases and partnership agreements. Clients receive tailored legal support for business operations and growth strategies.
People
Chris Clifford
Director/Solicitor
With over 20 years' experience, Chris Clifford leads commercial legal services at Druitts. He specialises in business law and property transactions, maintaining the firm's tradition of excellence since joining in 2002.
Clare Cherry
Solicitor
Clare Cherry provides expert legal advice in family law and conveyancing. Her client-focused approach ensures clear communication and effective representation, continuing Druitts' legacy of professional legal service in Bournemouth.
Kay Donalson
Director/Solicitor
Kay Donalson co-leads the firm's family law department. With specialist expertise in divorce proceedings and financial settlements, she has been a partner at Druitts since 2010, maintaining high service standards.
Alison Clifford
Administration Manager
Alison Clifford oversees office operations and client services at Druitts. Her administrative leadership ensures smooth practice management, supporting solicitors in delivering quality legal services efficiently.
Shinade
Conveyancing Solicitor
Shinade specialises in residential property transactions, earning client praise for responsiveness and professionalism. Her conveyancing expertise has made her a key representative of Druitts' commitment to excellent service delivery.
Questions
What legal services does Druitts offer?
We provide family law, conveyancing, wills and probate, commercial legal services, and dispute resolution. Our solicitors cover all major legal areas with specialist expertise.
How long has Druitts been operating?
Druitts Solicitors has operated continuously since 1837, making us Bournemouth's oldest legal practice with over 185 years' experience.
Are Druitts regulated by legal authorities?
Yes, we are authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority under number 000544215, ensuring compliance with professional standards.
Can I get conveyancing services outside Bournemouth?
While based in Bournemouth, we handle property transactions across Dorset and nationally through our experienced conveyancing team.
Do you offer legal advice for businesses?
Yes, our commercial legal services support businesses with contracts, employment law, property leases, and corporate transactions from our Bournemouth office.
