Practising Law Since The 1800s

Our commitment is to you!

Nantes Solicitors is a leading law firm based in Dorset with a long established reputation for legal expertise and excellent customer care. The firm has been practising since the 1800s and our heritage has helped us to develop considerable business and local knowledge that benefits our clients.

We have offices in Bridport, Dorchester, Weymouth and Portland and deal with most areas of legal work. Each of our departments is led by one of our directors who brings significant experience and knowledge to your matter. We pride ourselves on being forward-thinking and for providing advice that is as straightforward as possible.

Our commitment to our clients is to provide a high quality, cost effective service that delivers the best outcome possible. We will listen to your objectives and help you to resolve any problems that may arise along the way. To discuss your needs with no obligation please call one of our offices or email us.

Individual & Family Services

At Nantes we take the time to understand our clients and their individual needs. Our friendly, straightforward approach delivers high-quality, cost-effective services. Whether you have a problem or an opportunity, we can discuss your situation with no initial fee or obligation. We will explain how we can help you so that you can make an informed decision about how to proceed.

Buying & Selling Homes
No Exchange, No Fee!

Conveyancing Services

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Wills, LPA, Probates & Estates

Private Client Services

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Separation, Divorce
& Family Services

Separation, Divorce
& Family Services

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Business Services

At Nantes we offer a full range of legal services for businesses. We provide legal help and practical advice for small to medium sized business clients.

We take the time to understand our clients and their business needs. Our straightforward approach delivers high quality, cost effective services. Whether you have a problem or an opportunity, we can discuss your situation with no initial fee or obligation. We will explain how we can help you so that you can make an informed decision about how to proceed.

We can also help with employment issues – please see Employment Law if you have staff issues.

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Unhappy couple reviewing pension documents during divorce, representing Cherise’s reflection on 25 years of pension sharing reform in family law at Nantes.
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Cherise Luke-Bennett

Pensions on Divorce: 25 Years of Legal Change

In the third of her anniversary reflections, Cherise explores how pension sharing has transformed divorce settlements over the past 25 years, highlighting her experience advising clients across Dorset and the importance of expert guidance in achieving fair outcomes.

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Unhappy couple signing divorce papers, representing the history of divorce law and the introduction of no fault divorce in Cherise’s 25th anniversary reflections at Nantes
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Cherise Luke-Bennett

From Fault to Fairness: Reflections on Divorce Law

In the second of her anniversary reflections, Cherise looks back at the evolution of divorce law, from early fault-based systems to the long-awaited introduction of no fault divorce in 2022, and how it has shaped her work in family law and mediation.

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Happy female solicitor on the phone in her office, representing Cherise reflecting on 25 years in family law and dispute resolution at Nantes
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Cherise Luke-Bennett

25 Years in Family Law: Cherise’s Journey at Nantes

Marking 25 years since qualifying as a Solicitor, Cherise reflects on the life events that inspired her to specialise in family law and dispute resolution, her passion for helping clients, and her role supporting the next generation at Nantes.

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Reviews & Testimonials

Our clients’ experiences reflect the quality of our legal services across all four of our offices – Bridport, Dorchester, Weymouth, and Portland. Explore their testimonials to see how we’ve supported individuals, families, and businesses across Dorset and beyond.