My first 6 months as a placement student at Kiteleys

My legal placement has been an eye-opening journey for me. At the beginning of my enrolment at Bournemouth University, I was unsure whether a placement would be for me. However, I soon came to realise the benefits of a legal placement year such as having first-hand experience with working in a law firm which can benefit your future greatly. Kiteleys have shown me how beneficial a placement year can be and have provided me with a great experience so far.

I am currently based in the litigation department focusing mainly on personal injury matters, however, from time-to-time I will assist in other matters such as disputes. I have the liberty of working on a variety of cases, conducting legal research, drafting pleadings and preparing for court hearings. It is interesting to see that each case requires a unique approach.

As a placement student, I have had the chance to work closely with experienced solicitors who have allowed me to shadow them and have also guided me through the litigation processes. Working in a law firm has enabled me to develop my legal skills such as legal research and effective communication.

One of my favourite experiences was the opportunity to attend a court hearing. It was fascinating to see first-hand each party presenting their arguments and advocating for their clients.

I feel honoured to have been given the opportunity to undertake my legal placement year with Kiteleys and to become a part of their team. I would highly recommend to anyone thinking of pursuing a legal career to consider Kiteleys for a legal placement/ work experience.

West Moors Office Closure

Closure of West Moors Office with Continued Presence and Home Visits

At Kiteleys Solicitors, we have made the difficult decision to close our West Moors office. However, we want to assure our valued clients that this closure does not mean the end of our commitment to serving the community. While our physical presence may no longer be in West Moors, we are dedicated to maintaining our connection and providing accessible legal services.

To compensate for the closure, we are excited to announce that we will continue to offer home visits to those who find it challenging to travel to our other offices. We understand that some clients may have mobility issues, time constraints, or simply prefer the convenience of consulting with us from the comfort of their homes. Our team of experienced solicitors will be glad to schedule appointments and deliver personalized legal advice directly to your doorstep.

By offering home visits, we can ensure that the high standard of service we are known for remains accessible to all, regardless of their location. Whether you need assistance with family law matters, conveyancing, wills, or any other legal issues, our dedicated professionals will be there to guide you through the process, taking the time to understand your unique circumstances and tailor our services accordingly.

Although we appreciate the convenience of a physical office, we believe that evolving to meet the needs of our clients is essential. We are confident that our decision to close the West Moors office and provide home visits will allow us to offer even more personalized and customer-focused services, further strengthening our commitment to the community.
The closure of our West Moors office is not the end, but rather a new beginning. Our commitment to providing reliable legal advice and support remains steadfast, and we are excited to embark on this new chapter, bringing our expertise to your doorstep. We sincerely thank you for your continued trust and support and look forward to serving you in your home and beyond.

Kiteleys Charity of the year 2023

Kiteleys Solicitors Selects Dorset Mind as Charity of the Year

Kiteleys Solicitors, a law firm known for its commitment to community engagement, is proud to announce its selection of Dorset Mind as its Charity of the Year for 2023/2024. As a local legal practice with a focus on social responsibility, Kiteleys Solicitors has a longstanding tradition of supporting charities in their effort to make a positive impact on society.

Dorset Mind, a highly regarded mental health charity, was chosen by Kiteleys Solicitors due to its outstanding work in promoting mental well-being within the Dorset community. With a mission to educate, support, and raise awareness about mental health issues, Dorset Mind's objectives align closely with Kiteleys Solicitors' core values. This partnership aims to drive forward positive change and reduce the stigma surrounding mental health.
Throughout the year, Kiteleys Solicitors will work closely with Dorset Mind to raise funds and increase awareness for mental health initiatives across Dorset. The law firm plans to organize a variety of exciting events and activities.

Kiteleys Gains Cyber Essentials Plus Accreditation

Kiteleys is pleased to announce that this month it has passed the cyber essentials plus accreditation. This proves that as a firm we are dedicated to protecting our clients data. Kiteleys is dedicated to invesiting in the security of our IT systems and are always keeping upto date with the ever changing cyber security world to make sure that we are protecting your data as best as we can.

Cyber Essentials is an official UK Government backed scheme that encourages organisations to adopt best practice in information security and ensures they take sufficient measures to prevent against the risks of possible cyber attacks. Threats to cyber security come in many shapes and sizes and Cyber Essentials Plus is a certification that acknowledges protection against these attacks as well as our our strong security management ethos and procedural framework.  The Cyber Essentials Plus Certification is the highest level of accreditation and is awarded by means of an independent assessment of the business security controls and processes.

Kiteleys Celebrates Living Wage Commitment

The Living Wage Foundation is pleased to announce that Kiteleys, has today accredited as a Living Wage employer.

The Living Wage commitment will see everyone working at Kiteleys, regardless of whether they are permanent employees or third-party contractors; receive a minimum hourly wage of £8.45 – significantly higher than the national minimum wage of £6.95 and the new minimum wage premium for over 25s of £7.20 per hour introduced this April.

The Living Wage is an hourly rate set independently and updated annually. The Living Wage is calculated according to the basic cost of living using the ‘Minimum Income Standard’ for the UK. Decisions about what to include in this standard are set by the public; it is a social consensus about what people need to make ends meet.

Employers choose to pay the Living Wage on a voluntary basis. The Living Wage enjoys cross party support, with public backing from the Prime Minister and the Leader of the Opposition.

Living Wage Foundation Director, Katherine Chapman said: “We are delighted to welcome Kiteleys to the Living Wage movement as an accredited employer.

 “The best employers are voluntarily signing up to pay the Living Wage now. The Living Wage is a robust calculation that reflects the real cost of living, rewarding a hard day’s work with a fair day’s pay.

“We have accredited nearly 3,000 leading employers, including Kiteleys, ranging from independent printers, bookshops and breweries, to well-known companies such as Nationwide, Aviva and SSE. These businesses recognise that clinging to the National Living Wage is not good for business. Customers expect better than that.”

Exciting New Acquisition for Kiteleys

Kiteleys Solicitors are delighted to announce their acquisition of Morris, Scott & Co Solicitors.  Ian Richards and Andrea Rohr have been retained by Kiteleys as Consultant Solicitors, with Ian commenting “This is a hugely positive move for the Highcliffe office and will, for the benefit of all of our clients, add strength in depth to the resources at Highcliffe in the increasingly regulated environment that law firms now operate.” Kiteleys now have 9 offices across Dorset and Hampshire, but retain an ongoing appetite for discussions with likeminded, profitable firms who may wish to become part of a larger commercial organisation.  Mark Kiteley, announcing the merger, said “Our agreement with Morris, Scott and Co is an exciting step forwards for Kiteleys.  We are an ambitious company committed to offering a network of accessible branch offices, where clients may expect to receive expert legal advice from an experienced and professional team.  This new acquisition reflects that commitment.  Ian, Andrea and their team enjoy a superb reputation for client service, and we look forward to working with them to realise the opportunities that our agreement presents.

Offices now open in Canford Cliffs and Boscombe!

We are delighted to announce that our offices in Canford Cliffs and Boscombe are now open!  The property, commercial, private client and litigation teams of D’Angibau LLP have transferred to Kiteleys, with D’Angibau ceasing to practice as solicitors on 5th July 2013. We will be profiling the members of each team in in the coming weeks, but for now to arrange an appointment in Haven Road, Canford Cliffs please call 01202 708634 or in Sea Road, Boscombe please call 01202 393506.

Kiteleys Speedy legals

In an age when spare time is limited, weekends are tied up, the diary dates don’t finish until well after dinner, it’s difficult to think when there is the chance to catch up on important legal matters.

Whether business or personal- related issues they are often pushed on the back-burner. However maybe it is simpler than you think, computerised technology takes pride of place in the home, making the more straight-forward and modern legalities just a short form away from completion.

So on that rainy winter day indoors, consider clearing the decks and those legal issues that have been praying on your mind.

Kiteleys would like nothing more than to see you face-to-face because they genuinely enjoy meeting people and resolving legal problems as well as winning the claims that you deserve. Kiteleys recognise also that time is the essence of most claims getting the go ahead or not but still want to help you find a quick and easy way ahead.

This is why the Kiteleys website is the first in the area to provide a fully equipped service with easy to follow guidelines on ‘do it yourself’ documents at reduced fees. There are also areas to provide advice on each subject and interactive sections for you to ask your need-to-know questions whereby we will contact you directly as soon as possible.

The range of legal documents available includes the following:
•    Wills
•    Powers of attorney
•    Cohabitation agreements
•    Divorce petitions
•    Employment contracts
•    Compromise agreements
•    Health and safety documents
•    Landlord and tenant documents
•    Residential tenancy
•    Commercial tenancy

Why not take a look today and see what issues you’ve put to the back of your mind but could be resolved in minutes…