Porter Dodson

04/06/2026

The Employment Rights Act is bringing big changes to zero-hours contracts, including guaranteed hours and compensation for cancelled shifts. 📄

The government is looking for feedback from employers before finalising the details. This is your chance to shape the regulations and ensure your voice is heard before the 25 August deadline.

Read the full breakdown and find out how to have your say, or get in touch with our Employment Team for guidance: https://bit.ly/4xajk1d

03/06/2026

We’re growing our Private Client team and are looking for talented individuals to join us in supporting our clients across the region. 💼

We have three fantastic opportunities open right now:

- Solicitor or Legal Advisor – Flexible location (Trusts team)
- Paralegal – Wellington
- Legal Support Assistant – Taunton (Court of Protection team)

If you’re looking for a forward-thinking firm that values real collaboration and a supportive work culture, we’d love to hear from you.

🔗 Head over to our vacancies page to find out more and apply: https://bit.ly/46o31D5

15/05/2026

We’re pleased to have supported Nichola and Toby Gallagher in their recent acquisition of Heron Farm Vineyard in East Devon.

Our Corporate, Commercial Property, and Employment teams worked together to ensure a smooth transition for this fantastic local business. 🍷

Read the full story on our website:

Porter Dodson advises on the acquisition of Heron Farm Vineyard, enhancing its new owners' vision for this award-winning venue in East Devon.

14/05/2026

Deciding how to move forward after a relationship ends is a big step, and it’s one that should be based on facts rather than guesswork. Whether you are using mediation or another process, having a clear and honest picture of all finances is essential to making sure any agreement is fair and legally binding.

Lucy Brown from our family team explores the importance of "full and frank disclosure" and why being proactive with information helps protect everyone’s interests in the long run. 🏠

Read the full blog and find out more about how our team can help here:

Understand the importance of full and frank financial disclosure during relationship breakdowns and its implications in legal proceedings.

13/05/2026

Last week we visited the wonderful Porter Dodson in Taunton for a cheque presentation following their incredible fundraising efforts for 2025/26.✌🏻

We are so grateful for the tremendous amount raised and for the continued support shown to our work helping prevent young people from becoming involved in violence, keeping them safe and reducing violence in our communities. ❤️

A huge thank you to everyone involved ~ your support truly makes a difference.

06/05/2026

Farm succession planning is a big conversation to have, but starting early is the best way to protect your family’s future.

Our partner, Tom Mottram, recently joined the Farming Focus podcast from Cornish Mutual to discuss the practical side of succession, from tax changes to family agreements. It’s an honest, down-to-earth look at how to get your plans in place. 🚜🌾

Listen to the full episode (episode 58): https://bit.ly/4cSTCGx

Get in touch with our agricultural team for more information:
☎️ 0808 196 8200
📩 [email protected]
🔗 https://bit.ly/4dshwsw

04/05/2026

It’s a proud start to the week at Porter Dodson as we announce eight senior promotions. 📈

These milestones reflect the hard work and dedication these individuals show every day, from helping families in our Private Client and Court of Protection teams to supporting businesses in our Corporate and Property departments.

👏 Please join us in congratulating:

- Gemma Lindegaard – Partner, Commercial Property
- Charlotte Cole – Senior Associate, Court of Protection
- Matthew Jackson – Senior Associate, Corporate Commercial
- Michelle Mallon – Senior Associate, Commercial Property
- Emma Starr – Senior Associate, Commercial Property
- Emily Stott – Senior Associate, Private Client
- Ros Baston – Associate, Commercial Property
- Reena Raval – Associate, Residential Property

🌐 Head over to our new-look website to learn more about our growing team.

🔗 https://bit.ly/3hiNnBI

01/05/2026

Assisting the Friends of Longrun Meadow volunteering group, a few of our Taunton office staff spent a wonderfully sunny morning away from the office yesterday. 🌱

We assisted the team clearing pathways and access to all of permanent orienteering posts located all around Longrun Meadow, making them accessible to all visitors.

We also tried our hand at the skillful art of scything and checking out the recently completed bird hide the group have carefully constructed using willow from the meadow.

We will be back in a few weeks to assist with more tasks.

30/04/2026

Fresh new look, same great service. 💻

Our team has been working hard behind the scenes to build a digital space that better reflects who we are and how we help you. Our new website is officially live, designed to be simpler, faster, and more user-friendly.

Thank you to our web studio partners Somerset Design for bringing it to life. 🌱

Take a look and let us know what you think! 🌐

Check out the new site here: https://bit.ly/3hiNnBI