Rutters Solicitors

Rutters Solicitors, a well-established law firm in North Dorset, has been providing legal services of the highest quality for over 180 years. With a rich history and a strong reputation within the local community and beyond, we have been able to assist both individual and business clients with our extensive experience and expertise. Our longevity is testament to the successful relationships we have built and maintained over the years.

At Rutters, we take pride in our traditional values and personal touch, ensuring that our clients receive the specialist legal help they require with a focus on solutions rather than problems. Our team of experienced professionals is dedicated to providing a high level of service, and we are committed to offering competitive prices.

Our Services

At Rutters, we offer a wide range of legal services to meet the needs of our clients. Here are some of the services we provide:

Agricultural Matters

We have a strong reputation for our expertise in agricultural law, and we have been assisting farmers and landowners for many years. Our services include advice on tenancies, farm business tenancies, farm sales and purchases, and agricultural holdings.

Civil Litigation & Dispute Resolution

Our team of experienced litigators can assist with a wide range of disputes, including contract disputes, property disputes, and professional negligence claims. We are committed to resolving disputes efficiently and effectively, and we will always explore alternative dispute resolution methods before resorting to litigation.

Cohabitation & Property Rights

We can assist cohabiting couples with the legal aspects of their relationship, including the preparation of cohabitation agreements and advice on property rights.

Commercial Property

Our commercial property team can assist with all aspects of commercial property transactions, including sales and purchases, leases, and property development.

Employment

We provide advice and representation to both employers and employees on all aspects of employment law, including contracts of employment, discrimination, and redundancy.

Family Law Matters

Our family law team can assist with all aspects of family law, including divorce, financial settlements, and children matters. We are committed to resolving family disputes in a constructive and non-confrontational manner.

Powers of Attorney & Elderly Client Matters

We can assist with the preparation of powers of attorney and the administration of elderly client matters, including the management of financial affairs and the provision of personal care.

Residential Property

Our residential property team can assist with all aspects of residential property transactions, including sales and purchases, remortgages, and transfers of equity.

Wills, Probate, Trusts & Inheritance Tax

Our private client team can assist with the preparation of wills, the administration of estates, and the creation and management of trusts. We can also provide advice on inheritance tax planning.

Our team of experienced professionals is dedicated to providing a high level of service, and we are committed to offering competitive prices. Whether you are an individual or a business, we are here to help you with your legal needs.