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Your Trusted Legal Partner in Dorset
Coles Miller Solicitors is a trusted legal partner with deep roots in Dorset's coastal communities. Established in 2006 as a Limited Liability Partnership, our history traces back to the late 1920s, combining tradition with modern legal expertise. We offer jargon-free advice across personal and business law, with specialist teams in employment law, family law, medical negligence, and property conveyancing.

Our 90+ years of collective experience ensures clients receive efficient solutions at sensible prices, supported by clear communication and a commitment to lasting relationships. With offices in Bournemouth, Poole, and surrounding areas, we serve both local and national clients, prioritising client well-being and success.
Services
Employment Law Family Law Medical Negligence Personal Injury Commercial Property Residential Conveyancing Debt Recovery Disputes & Litigation Leasehold Services Wills & Estates
Details
  • Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
  • We offer 90+ years of combined legal experience across specialist practice areas.
  • Our team provides jargon-free legal advice with regular, transparent updates.
  • We are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority for professional standards.
  • Our conveyancing department is accredited by the Law Society's Quality Scheme.
  • We serve clients from six offices across Dorset with local market knowledge.
Associations and certifications
  • Solicitors Regulation Authority
  • Law Society's Conveyancing Quality Scheme
  • Association of Leasehold Enfranchisement Practitioners (ALEP)
What people say
Stress-free transaction Proactive communication Exceptional professionalism Efficient service Knowledgeable team
Services
Employment Law
Our employment law specialists provide expert guidance for businesses and individuals. We handle redundancy rights, employment settlements, and workplace disputes with a focus on resolving matters efficiently. Clients benefit from our in-depth knowledge of evolving employment legislation and our commitment to achieving fair outcomes through negotiation or litigation when necessary.
Family Law
We offer compassionate support for family law issues including divorce, child arrangements, and financial settlements. Our Resolution-accredited team prioritises amicable solutions while protecting clients' interests. Services cover prenuptial agreements, surrogacy arrangements, and domestic abuse injunctions with sensitivity to emotional circumstances.
Medical Negligence
Specialist solicitors handle complex medical negligence cases on a No Win No Fee basis. We pursue compensation for misdiagnosis, birth injuries, and surgical errors, working with medical experts to prove liability. Our team supports clients through NHS Resolution processes and court proceedings to secure funding for ongoing care needs.
Personal Injury
We represent clients in personal injury claims resulting from workplace accidents, road collisions, and medical incidents. Our Law Society-accredited team secures compensation for spinal injuries, brain trauma, and other serious conditions. No Win No Fee arrangements ensure access to justice without financial risk to claimants.
Residential Conveyancing
Award-winning conveyancing services for property purchases and sales across Dorset. Our ALEP-accredited leasehold specialists handle lease extensions, freehold purchases, and shared ownership schemes. Clients receive proactive updates throughout the process, supported by our Conveyancing Quality Scheme accreditation.
People
Neil Andrews
Partner, Head of Commercial Department
Specialising in commercial property law with over 25 years' experience. Leads the commercial department, providing strategic legal solutions for businesses and property developers across Dorset and nationally.
Richard Perrins
Partner, Head of Family Department
Family law specialist with 20+ years' experience handling complex divorces and child arrangement disputes. Known for empathetic client support and successful outcomes in high-conflict cases across southern England.
David Simpson
Partner, Head of Medical Negligence
Leading medical negligence lawyer with expertise in clinical error claims. Secured multi-million pound settlements for clients with catastrophic injuries, including birth trauma and surgical complications.
Adrian Cormack
Partner, Head of Personal Injury
Personal injury expert specialising in serious accident claims. Successfully represented clients in high-value spinal injury and brain trauma cases, with a focus on securing long-term care funding.
Roger Leedham
Senior Partner, Residential Conveyancing
Conveyancing specialist with 35+ years' experience. Leads the residential property team, known for efficient transaction management and expertise in leasehold enfranchisement matters.
Questions
What areas of law does Coles Miller specialise in?
We specialise in employment law, family law, medical negligence, personal injury claims, commercial property, and residential conveyancing, with award-winning expertise in leasehold enfranchisement.
Do you offer free initial consultations?
Yes, we provide free no-obligation initial consultations for most legal services, including personal injury claims and family law matters.
Are your conveyancing fees competitive?
Our conveyancing services combine competitive pricing with exceptional client care, including regular progress updates and transparent cost structures.
Can you handle complex medical negligence cases?
Yes, our specialist team handles complex cases including birth injuries, surgical errors, and misdiagnosis claims with proven success in securing substantial compensation.
Do you operate outside Dorset?
While based in Dorset, we handle legal cases nationwide, particularly in medical negligence, personal injury, and commercial property transactions.
How quickly can I get legal advice?
We prioritise urgent matters and typically offer same-day appointments for critical issues like employment disputes and family law emergencies.
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Reviews (6)
Mary Ahearne
May 17, 2022 Report
Very professional and helpful service from all involved at Coles Miller with our transactions. Special mention to Kate Samuel who was so approachable and accessible. They responded very promptly to our queries and eased what was a stressful time for us. I have no hesitation in recommending Kate and Laura Hall
Helen McHugh
May 12, 2022 Report
My family have been clients of Coles Miller in Poole for over 60 years and yet again, the service has been excellent, both for dealing with the estate of my late mother and also the sale of her property. It made the situation so much easier for me
Tamsin Whipp
Apr 12, 2022 Report
Roger and his team were amazing; responsive and helpful through the nightmare process of selling one property and buying another. They made the process so easy for me - proactive and calming :-. I would highly recommend.
Beatrice Iacob
Mar 24, 2022 Report
Very efficient service. I was regularly updated about the progress. Rapid responses to any questions I had. I would definitely use Coles Miller again. Thank you Lianne Clenton Bray!
John Constable
Jan 08, 2022 Report
When this conveyancing process unexpectedly reached a critical point in early December 2021, the Coles Miller solicitor Ruth Elkins moved heaven and earth to complete the transaction. Which enabled a move in before Christmas. A very reasonable charge for the conveyance too. In the end, all good.
Karrie Ferguson
Nov 21, 2021 Report
Coles Miller Poole and in particular Roger Leedham came highly recommended to us by family. Ours should have been a straight-forward house move but in the end it was anything but. Coles Miller successfully handled everything that was thrown at them and we finally completed at the end of Oct, after 9 months+. The lengthy duration being due to two chain collapses and a probate situation. We were kept informed throughout, both on progress and setbacks and despite the pressure the company must have been under with unprecedented volumes of conveyancing during the stamp duty break, we did not feel neglected and were kept abreast of the process every step of the way.

I think one of the things we really appreciated was to have a straight talking, no nonsense solicitor who did not confuse by using Legal jargon. A nice surprise on conclusion was that the fees were extremely reasonable and lower than expected. Definitely worth every penny. My partner and I would recommend them to our friends/family.