Solicitor at Rutters

Matthew Billingsley

Solicitor - Partner

SRA ID: 526771

Matthew is experienced in a wide range of private client work and has developed expertise in advising on estate administration, lasting powers of attorney, trusts, tax and wills. In particular, Matthew has a wide range of expertise in advising disabled persons and their families in relation to disabled person's trusts and deputyships, regularly attending SEN providers across Dorset to provide expert guidance to families and staff members. Matthew acts for a variety of clients, ranging from individuals to business owners, priding himself on his empathetic approach to each of them. The interaction with people is at the core of his approach to the job, which allows problems to be solved more efficiently. Matthew’s clients value his honest and open approach, as he treats each and every person with the respect that he too would expect to receive. Matthew is an accomplished violinist and regularly performs with various orchestras and theatre groups across Dorset. He enjoys all sports, in particular squash, badminton and football, and long walks in the countryside along with other family activities with his wife and two young daughters. Matthew qualified as a solicitor in 2014.

Market Square House, DT10 1FG

Licensed for 10 years

Practice Areas

Wills, Trusts & Probate

5.0/5 42 Client Reviews 42
  • Wills, Trusts & Probate 100%
42 Client Reviews

5.0/5

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  • Value For Money
  • Communication
  • Initial Impressions
  • Approachability
  • Documentation Accuracy
  • Legal knowledge

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Anonymous Added 2 months ago Report to admin
Collected whilst working at Rutters
August 12, 2024 20240812010000

Free will service

5

Total satisfaction thank you for your service. Much appreciated.

Lawyer named in this review: Matthew Billingsley

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Patricia
Patricia Added 2 months ago Report to admin
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August 08, 2024 20240808010000

My will and lpa

5

The firm seems efficient and has that personal touch

Lawyer named in this review: Matthew Billingsley

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David
David Added 2 months ago Report to admin
Collected whilst working at Rutters
August 01, 2024 20240801010000

The service was excellent

5

Appointment times adhered to- no waiting around. Telephone answered promptly and any queries were responded to quickly

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David
David Added 4 months ago Report to admin
Collected whilst working at Rutters
June 07, 2024 20240607010000

Very satisfied with the service received

5

Our thanks to Matthew and his colleagues at Shaftesbury for the service given to us at a very sad time. The pressure of sorting a difficult estate was very much appreciated

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Mary
Mary Added 5 months ago Report to admin
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May 07, 2024 20240507010000

A difficult situation made easy

5

When Matthew came to see me my husband had just passed away and his manner was so understanding but professional

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Jenny
Jenny Added 6 months ago Report to admin
Collected whilst working at Rutters
April 24, 2024 20240424010000

Friendly, efficient and approachable

5

The key to great service is communication and I felt throughout that I knew exactly what step the matter had reached.

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Janette
Janette Added 6 months ago Report to admin
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April 19, 2024 20240419010000

Very satisfied with the service we received

5

Everything was explained to us fully

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Christopher
Christopher Added 6 months ago Report to admin
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April 19, 2024 20240419010000

Excellent service

5

Matthew and his team were always happy to help with any queries we had. Ellie and Chloe were very helpful and always on hand when Matt was out of the office. An A* team!

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Karen
Karen Added 6 months ago Report to admin
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April 19, 2024 20240419010000

Thank you Matthew

5

You were very understanding of our situation and gave us a clear explination of the whole process

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Margaret
Margaret Added 6 months ago Report to admin
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April 16, 2024 20240416010000

Pleasant, respectful, professional service

5

All objectives were met promptly.

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About Matthew Billingsley

Matthew is experienced in a wide range of private client work and has developed expertise in advising on estate administration, lasting powers of attorney, trusts, tax and wills. In particular, Matthew has a wide range of expertise in advising disabled persons and their families in relation to disabled person's trusts and deputyships, regularly attending SEN providers across Dorset to provide expert guidance to families and staff members. Matthew acts for a variety of clients, ranging from individuals to business owners, priding himself on his empathetic approach to each of them. The interaction with people is at the core of his approach to the job, which allows problems to be solved more efficiently. Matthew’s clients value his honest and open approach, as he treats each and every person with the respect that he too would expect to receive. Matthew is an accomplished violinist and regularly performs with various orchestras and theatre groups across Dorset. He enjoys all sports, in particular squash, badminton and football, and long walks in the countryside along with other family activities with his wife and two young daughters. Matthew qualified as a solicitor in 2014.

Languages Spoken: English

Contact Matthew Billingsley

Address

Rutters

Market Square House

DT10 1FG



Phone 01258444481

Website

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Acquired

Updated

United Kingdom

Currently Registered

15/08/14

20/08/24

We found no instances of professional misconduct for this solicitor

WORK EXPERIENCE

Title

Name

Duration

Assistant

Moore Blatch

?-01-10-2019

Partner

Rutters

?-present