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Christmas Clothing Day 2017

We are so proud that all the staff working today chose to support out Christmas Clothing Day. We are holding a second day on Tuesday 19 December, if you are visiting the office please join in. Donations will be split between ParkinsonsUK, Dorset Blind Association and Hope for Food.  Charities which were suggested by staff [...]

By |2020-01-13T10:00:38+00:00December 15th, 2017|Uncategorized|Comments Off on Christmas Clothing Day 2017

Separated: You may need a new Will

      We are all aware that going through a divorce or separation can be stressful and unsettling.  During a breakdown in any relationship, your house, assets and family circumstances are all affected. However, it’s also important to be aware that you are still legally married even if you live separately.  Nothing has changed [...]

By |2020-01-13T10:00:39+00:00October 3rd, 2017|Uncategorized|Comments Off on Separated: You may need a new Will

Margaret Lloyds Retires

Margaret Lloyds retired at the end of June following a long career of almost 40 years as a Private Client Solicitor dealing with Wills, Probate, Trusts and Powers of Attorney. Margaret entered the legal profession in 1979, after completing her degree in Law at Hull University and her Solicitors Final Examinations at Chester.  She completed [...]

By |2020-01-13T10:00:39+00:00July 30th, 2017|Uncategorized|Comments Off on Margaret Lloyds Retires

Will Aid Success

    Druitts Solicitors would like to publicly thank their Will Aid clients from 2017.  Their generous donations led to the firm raising an amazing total of £705 for Will Aid charities during the November 2016 Will Aid campaign. Will Aid is the UK's leading charity will-writing scheme.  Solicitors who join offer their time and [...]

By |2020-01-13T10:00:39+00:00May 15th, 2017|Uncategorized|Comments Off on Will Aid Success

Druitts Support Bournemouth North Rotary Donkey Derby & Dog Show

    The Bournemouth North Rotary Club’s Donkey Derby and Dog Show, held annually in aid of good causes across Dorset, saw thousands visit Pelhams Park in Kinson on May Bank Holiday 2017. And with stalls, games, snacks and a series of donkey races around the field, there was something for all the family to enjoy. [...]

By |2020-01-13T10:00:39+00:00May 5th, 2017|Recent News|Comments Off on Druitts Support Bournemouth North Rotary Donkey Derby & Dog Show

Social Media and Divorce

  Social media websites have recently become a widely used medium, and an important part of how people interact in today’s modern culture. We love to tell others when something happens in our lives and often post about it. We  update our profiles and professional communications with all manner of triumphs and tragedies. However, many [...]

By |2020-01-13T10:00:41+00:00November 4th, 2016|Recent News|Comments Off on Social Media and Divorce

Lacey raises over £5000 for Parkinson ’s UK in Iceland

  Congratulations to Lacey Griggs from the family department as she flies home following the August Iceland Challenge 2016. Lacey tackled 37 miles over 2 days over the toughest terrain in Iceland to raise vital funds for Parkinson’s UK. We are very proud of her achievements and inspired by her determination to complete [...]

By |2020-01-13T10:00:41+00:00September 7th, 2016|Recent News|Comments Off on Lacey raises over £5000 for Parkinson ’s UK in Iceland

Lewis Manning Make a Will Fortnight 2016

It is important that you have a current will, regardless of how simple or complex your circumstances.   A will enables you to control how your property, investments and possessions are distributed after your death. Without a will, your property and assets will be divided according to what the law says and not your wishes. This [...]

By |2020-01-13T10:00:44+00:00June 17th, 2016|Recent News|Comments Off on Lewis Manning Make a Will Fortnight 2016

A little of Druitts Solicitors history

Back in 1939, Bruce Brewer joined Druitts Solicitors in Bournemouth as an Office Boy, you can read a little of his working day below:   Recollections of 'J & W H Druitt' Solicitors by Bruce Brewer: Office Boy, Junior Clerk from 1939 to 1943   I joined the well-known firm of Solicitors on February 8th [...]

By |2020-01-13T10:00:51+00:00June 9th, 2016|Recent News|Comments Off on A little of Druitts Solicitors history